Nova Iron & Steel Ltd (513566)
Latest quarterly results (Q1 FY27)
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, Nova Iron's revenue was ₹67.5 Cr (-40.3% year on year, -50.3% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹0.9 Cr (-61.1% year on year); the operating margin was -2.9%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹67.5 | -40.3% | -50.3% |
| Operating profit | ₹-1.9 | to loss | to loss |
| Net profit | ₹0.9 | -61.1% | from loss |
| EPS (₹) | 0.24 | -60.7% | from loss |
| Operating margin | -2.9% | — | — |
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Nova Iron and Steel submitted its 34th Annual Report for FY 2025-26 along with the AGM notice. Gross revenue rose 11.93% to ₹46,666.07 lakhs (₹466.66 cr), but the company posted a net loss of ₹1,596.89 lakhs (₹15.97 cr) compared to a profit of ₹14,879.22 lakhs in FY25. The company disclosed that it is in the process of transferring charged assets to lenders following an arbitral award dated 24.11.2025 due to an inability to service debt. Consequently, Nova is seeking shareholder approval to amend its Memorandum of Association to pivot into trading ferrous and non-ferrous metals to sustain operations.
- Gross revenue increased 11.93% YoY to ₹46,666.07 lakhs in FY26
- Net loss of ₹1,596.89 lakhs reported in FY26 vs net profit of ₹14,879.22 lakhs in FY25
- Disposal and transfer of assets to lenders underway following an Award dated 24.11.2025
- Auditors issued qualifications regarding unconfirmed unsecured borrowings of ₹6,038.41 lakhs and unconfirmed receivables/payables
- Special resolution proposed to alter Object Clause to permit independent metals trading
Nova Iron and Steel submitted its 34th Annual Report for FY 2025-26 along with the AGM notice. Gross revenue rose 11.93% to ₹46,666.07 lakhs (₹466.66 cr), but the company posted a net loss of ₹1,596.89 lakhs (₹15.97 cr) compared to a profit of ₹14,879.22 lakhs in FY25. The company disclosed that it is in the process of transferring charged assets to lenders following an arbitral award dated 24.11.2025 due to an inability to service debt. Consequently, Nova is seeking shareholder approval to amend its Memorandum of Association to pivot into trading ferrous and non-ferrous metals to sustain operations.
- Gross revenue increased 11.93% YoY to ₹46,666.07 lakhs in FY26
- Net loss of ₹1,596.89 lakhs reported in FY26 vs net profit of ₹14,879.22 lakhs in FY25
- Disposal and transfer of assets to lenders underway following an Award dated 24.11.2025
- Auditors issued qualifications regarding unconfirmed unsecured borrowings of ₹6,038.41 lakhs and unconfirmed receivables/payables
- Special resolution proposed to alter Object Clause to permit independent metals trading
Nova Iron & Steel's Board approved an amendment to its Memorandum of Association (MOA) on September 28, 2026, subject to shareholder approval on October 30, 2026. The amendment inserts sub-clause 4 under Clause III(A) to allow the company to trade, deal, import, and export ferrous and non-ferrous metals and allied steel products. This move allows the company to expand from its primary manufacturing activities into commercial trading and distribution. The company reported TTM revenue of ₹383 Cr with a market capitalization of ₹54 Cr.
- Board approved MOA amendment at its meeting held on September 28, 2026
- Shareholder approval scheduled for the 34th Annual General Meeting on October 30, 2026
- Inserts sub-clause 4 under Clause III(A) enabling trading and dealing in ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- Allows acting as commission agents, brokers, warehouse keepers, and consignment agents
Nova Iron & Steel held a board meeting on September 28, 2026, approving the notice for its 34th Annual General Meeting scheduled for October 30, 2026. The board approved the re-appointment and directorship continuation of Mr. Hardev Chand Verma upon attaining 75 years of age. Additionally, the board approved an alteration to Clause III(A) of the Memorandum of Association via a new sub-clause, subject to shareholder approval. M/s J.K. Kabra & Company was also re-appointed as the Cost Auditor for FY 2026-27.
- 34th Annual General Meeting convened for Friday, October 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. via VC/OAVM
- Directorship continuation approved for Mr. Hardev Chand Verma upon attaining 75 years of age
- Alteration of Clause III(A) of the Memorandum of Association proposed via insertion of sub-clause 4
- Re-appointment of M/s J.K. Kabra & Company as Cost Auditor for FY 2026-27
Nova Iron & Steel Ltd has informed the exchanges that a meeting of its Board of Directors is scheduled for Friday, September 11, 2026. The board will consider and approve the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company holds a market capitalization of Rs 41 Cr and reported TTM revenue of Rs 413 Cr.
- Board meeting scheduled for Friday, September 11, 2026
- Agenda is to consider and approve unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026
- Intimation filed pursuant to Regulation 29 of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015
Nova Iron & Steel Ltd has informed the exchanges of a delay in submitting its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended 30th June, 2026, missing the SEBI LODR Regulation 33 deadline of 14th August, 2026. The delay is consequential to the company still not having finalised its audited financial results for the preceding financial year ended 31st March, 2026. The company stated it is working to finalise and submit both pending sets of financial statements at the earliest.
- Missed the statutory 45-day deadline of 14th August, 2026 for Q1 financial results submission
- Audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended 31st March, 2026 remain pending finalisation
- Delay in annual audited results has cascaded into delayed Q1 accounts finalisation under Regulation 33
- Company is operating with high debt of Rs 248 Cr and a negative net worth of Rs -11 Cr
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Cuttack Bench, has dismissed an insolvency application filed by Bhushan Power & Steel Limited (BPSL) against Nova Iron & Steel. BPSL had sought to initiate insolvency proceedings over a claimed default of Rs 306.52 crore, which included Rs 180.68 crore in interest. The tribunal ruled that no debt exists because the lender (BPSL) had written off the amount in its own books during FY 2019-20. This dismissal is a major relief for the company, as the claim amount was nearly 7x its current market capitalization of Rs 45 crore.
- NCLT dismissed the Section 7 IBC application filed by Bhushan Power & Steel Limited.
- The total claim amount was Rs 306.52 crore, representing approximately 681% of the company's market capitalization.
- The claim consisted of a principal amount of Rs 125.83 crore and interest of Rs 180.68 crore as of February 1, 2024.
- The tribunal noted the lender had written off the debt in FY 2019-20, meaning no legal debt existed at the time of filing.
- The original unsecured loan agreement dates back to July 20, 2011.
Nova Iron & Steel Ltd has appointed Mrs. Palak Jindal as an Additional Director in the Non-Executive Independent category effective August 8, 2026. The appointment is for a five-year tenure, subject to shareholder approval, fulfilling regulatory requirements for board diversity. This administrative change comes as the company manages a stressed balance sheet with a negative net worth of ₹-11 Cr and debt of ₹248 Cr. The appointee holds a B.Com degree and is not related to any existing directors.
- Appointment of Mrs. Palak Jindal as Additional Director effective August 8, 2026
- Tenure fixed for a period of 5 years, pending shareholder ratification
- Appointee holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Panjab University
- Company operates with a negative net worth of ₹-11 Cr and high debt of ₹248 Cr
- Confirmation provided that the appointee is not debarred by SEBI or any other authority
Nova Iron & Steel has officially acknowledged a delay in submitting its audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, which were due by May 30, 2026. The company cited a domino effect from previous delays in the September 2025 and December 2025 filings as the primary cause. Amidst these reporting lapses, the board has appointed Mrs. Palak Jindal as an Additional Independent Director effective August 8, 2026. Given the company's negative net worth of Rs -11 Cr and high debt of Rs 248 Cr, the lack of timely financial disclosure is a significant governance concern.
- Audited FY26 financial results are delayed by over 70 days beyond the statutory deadline of May 30, 2026
- Appointment of Mrs. Palak Jindal as a Non-Executive Independent Director effective August 8, 2026
- Company reports a negative net worth of Rs -11 Cr against a total debt of Rs 248 Cr
- Reporting delays attributed to unresolved financial finalization from the Sep 2025 and Dec 2025 quarters
- TTM Operating Profit Margin stands at a thin 0.8% despite a TTM Revenue of Rs 413 Cr
Nova Iron & Steel has received a third Provisional Attachment Order (No. 21/2026) from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) dated August 7, 2026. This order is linked to a massive ₹47,204 crore loan default case involving Bhushan Power & Steel Ltd (BPSL) and its promoters. The investigation alleges fraudulent diversion of ₹2,348 crore and clandestine removal of goods worth ₹705.39 crore. Given the company's negative net worth of -₹11 crore and high debt of ₹248 crore, these legal proceedings represent a significant risk to its asset base.
- Provisional Attachment Order No. 21/2026 received from ED on August 7, 2026
- Linked to CBI FIR involving ₹47,204 crore default by Bhushan Power & Steel Ltd
- Allegations include diversion of ₹2,348 crore into 200+ companies between 2007-2014
- Investigation cites clandestine removal of 58 consignments valued at ₹705.39 crore
- Company reports a negative net worth of -₹11 crore and total debt of ₹248 crore
Olympian Finvest Private Limited, a promoter group entity, has consolidated its holding by acquiring 45,73,675 shares (12.66% stake) from four other promoter entities. The acquisition was conducted at Rs 11 per share, which is a discount to the current market price of Rs 12.7. As this is an inter-se transfer among promoters under SEBI (SAST) exemptions, the total promoter holding remains unchanged at 44.17%, and there is no change in company control or management.
- Acquisition of 45,73,675 equity shares by Olympian Finvest Private Limited
- Transaction price of Rs 11 per share, representing a total value of approximately Rs 5.03 crore
- Olympian Finvest's individual stake increased from 0.26% to 12.92%
- Four promoter entities (Reward Capital, Aarti Iron, Rockland, Shivalikview) exited their positions entirely
- Total promoter group holding involved in the report remains at 44.16%
Aromatic Steel Private Limited has acquired 33,31,000 equity shares of Nova Iron & Steel Ltd, representing a 9.22% stake in the company. The transaction was an inter-se transfer from another promoter group entity, Nilanchal Investments Private Limited, at a price of Rs. 11 per share on July 15, 2026. This acquisition is part of an internal restructuring within the promoter group and is exempt from open offer requirements under SEBI (SAST) Regulations. Following this transfer, Aromatic Steel's total holding has increased to 18.67%, while Nilanchal Investments has exited its entire 9.22% position.
- Acquisition of 33,31,000 shares representing 9.22% of the total share capital
- Transaction executed at Rs. 11 per share, compared to the current market price of Rs. 12.5
- Acquirer's stake increased from 9.46% (34,18,000 shares) to 18.67% (67,49,000 shares)
- Seller (Nilanchal Investments) reduced its holding from 9.22% to 0%
- Transfer conducted under SEBI (SAST) Regulation 10(1)(a)(iv) for promoter group restructuring
Nova Iron & Steel Ltd has disclosed an inter-se transfer of 33,31,000 equity shares between two promoter group entities on July 15, 2026. Aromatic Steel Private Limited acquired the shares from Nilanchal Investments Private Limited for a total consideration of ₹3.66 crore. Consequently, Aromatic Steel's stake increased from 9.46% to 18.67%, while Nilanchal Investments exited its entire 9.22% holding. This transaction is a restructuring within the promoter group and does not change the aggregate promoter shareholding in the company.
- 33,31,000 equity shares were transferred between promoter group entities on July 15, 2026
- Transaction value totaled ₹3,66,41,000, implying a transfer price of approximately ₹11 per share
- Aromatic Steel Private Limited increased its holding from 34,18,000 shares (9.46%) to 67,49,000 shares (18.67%)
- Nilanchal Investments Private Limited reduced its holding from 33,31,000 shares (9.22%) to zero
Aromatic Steel Private Limited, a promoter group entity, acquired 33,31,000 equity shares of Nova Iron & Steel Ltd on July 15, 2026. This acquisition represents 9.22% of the company's total share capital, nearly doubling the entity's holding from 9.46% to 18.67%. The transaction was executed as an off-market inter-se transfer under SEBI (SAST) Regulations, meaning shares moved between existing promoters/promoter groups. The total equity base of the company remains unchanged at 3,61,39,488 shares.
- Acquisition of 33,31,000 equity shares representing 9.22% of the total voting capital
- Entity's stake increased from 34,18,000 shares (9.46%) to 67,49,000 shares (18.67%)
- Transaction conducted as an off-market inter-se transfer on July 15, 2026
- Total share capital of the company is confirmed at 3,61,39,488 equity shares
- Acquisition executed under Regulation 10(1)(a)(iv) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations
Aromatic Steel Private Limited, a promoter group entity, acquired 33,31,000 equity shares of Nova Iron & Steel Ltd on July 15, 2026. This acquisition represents 9.22% of the company's total share capital and was executed as an off-market inter-se transfer. Consequently, the entity's individual holding has increased from 9.46% to 18.67%. As an inter-se transfer among promoters, the aggregate promoter group holding remains unchanged.
- Acquisition of 33,31,000 equity shares representing 9.22% of the total voting capital
- Individual stake of Aromatic Steel Pvt Ltd increased from 9.46% to 18.67%
- Transaction completed via off-market inter-se transfer under Regulation 10(1)(a)(iv) of SEBI SAST
- Total equity share capital of the company remains at 3,61,39,488 shares
- The transaction date was July 15, 2026, with disclosure filed on July 17, 2026
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