Shares of NTPC, India’s largest power generation company, saw a rise of up to 3% on Monday following the release of its financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25. The stock reached a high of ₹408.30 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and was trading 2.5% higher at ₹406.4 as of 9:31 am.
NTPC Q1 Financial Highlights
NTPC reported impressive financial results for Q1 FY25, with significant growth in both consolidated and standalone figures.
Consolidated Results
NTPC reported a consolidated net profit of ₹5,506 crore for Q1 FY25, marking a 12% increase from ₹4,907.1 crore in the same period last year. This growth was driven by a rise in total income, which stood at ₹48,981.6 crore, up 12.8% from ₹43,390.02 crore a year ago. The company’s expenses also increased to ₹41,844.1 crore, compared to ₹36,963.6 crore in the previous year.
| Metric | Q1 FY25 | Q1 FY24 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Profit | ₹5,506 crore | ₹4,907.1 crore | +12% |
| Total Income | ₹48,981.6 crore | ₹43,390.02 crore | +12.8% |
| Expenses | ₹41,844.1 crore | ₹36,963.6 crore | +13.2% |
Standalone Results
On a standalone basis, NTPC reported a net profit of ₹4,511 crore, an 11% increase from ₹4,066 crore in the previous year. Total income for this period was ₹45,053 crore, up from ₹39,681 crore in the same quarter last year.
| Metric | Q1 FY25 | Q1 FY24 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Profit | ₹4,511 crore | ₹4,066 crore | +11% |
| Total Income | ₹45,053 crore | ₹39,681 crore | +13.5% |
Operational Performance
NTPC’s consolidated power generation capacity grew to 114 billion units (BUs) in the first quarter, up from 104 BUs in Q1 FY24. The company’s standalone power generation also increased to 98 billion units, compared to 88 billion units a year ago.
NTPC’s coal stations achieved a plant load factor of 80.3% during Q1 FY25, surpassing the national average of 76.1%. This demonstrates the company’s operational efficiency and its critical role in meeting India’s power needs.
Company Overview
Under the Ministry of Power, NTPC continues to lead as India’s largest power generation company, with an installed capacity of 76 gigawatts (GW). The company’s strong performance in Q1 FY25 underscores its pivotal role in India’s energy sector and its ability to meet the growing power demands of the nation.
