Castrol India Limited reported its third-quarter (July–September 2025) results, posting steady growth in revenue and profitability. The lubricant maker recorded a 6% year-on-year rise in revenue to Rs 1,363 crore, supported by firm demand in both industrial and rural categories. Profit after tax for the quarter stood at Rs 228 crore, up 10% YoY.
The company maintained its growth trajectory during the nine-month period as well, with revenue increasing 7% to Rs 4,282 crore and PAT rising 8% to Rs 705 crore.
Q3 2025 Performance
- Revenue: Rs 1,363 crore
- +6% YoY
- -9% QoQ (vs Rs 1,497 crore in Q2)
- Profit Before Tax: Rs 308 crore
- +10% YoY
- -7% QoQ (vs Rs 330 crore in Q2)
- Profit After Tax: Rs 228 crore
- +10% YoY
- -7% QoQ (vs Rs 244 crore in Q2)
9M 2025 Performance
- Revenue: Rs 4,282 crore | +7% YoY
- Profit Before Tax: Rs 950 crore | +7% YoY
- Profit After Tax: Rs 705 crore | +8% YoY
Management commentary
Kedar Lele, Managing Director of Castrol India, said the company delivered consistent performance driven by a diverse portfolio and agile execution. Industrial and rural demand played a key role in supporting volume growth.
Castrol India — Financial comparison snapshot (Rs crore)
| Particulars | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q3 2024 | 9M 2025 | 9M 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 1,363 | 1,497 | 1,288 | 4,282 | 4,011 |
| PBT | 308 | 330 | 280 | 950 | 887 |
| PAT | 228 | 244 | 207 | 705 | 656 |
The company continues to look toward strengthening market share and expanding category offerings as it heads into the final quarter of its calendar year reporting cycle.
“We delivered yet another quarter of consistent growth, while maintaining profitability through our diverse portfolio and agile channel mix. Both rural and industrial segments continue to build strong momentum, contributing significantly to our growth story. As we look ahead, our focus will stay firmly on driving volume growth, delivering market share gains, and expanding the portfolio in consumer-relevant adjacent categories,” said, Kedar Lele, Managing Director, Castrol India Limited.
Mrinalini Srinivasan, Chief Financial Officer, Castrol India Limited, said, “While the external environment continues to shift, we have remained nimble, adapting quickly to changing market dynamics through innovation, operational excellence, and deeper customer connections. With factors such as forex volatility and base oil price fluctuations at play, our disciplined financial management keeps us well-positioned to respond effectively. By continuing to invest in our brands and innovation, we are building long-term resilience and creating sustainable value for the business.”
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