GAIL (India) Limited (GAIL)
₹168.10 -0.74% last close, 16 Oct
Q2 FY27 results
📅 Next results: 30 Oct 2026 (board meeting)GAIL (India) Limited's board meets on 30 Oct 2026 to consider its Q2 FY27 results (July-September 2026).
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, GAIL (India)'s revenue was ₹41,198 Cr (+16.7% year on year, +15.8% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹4,671 Cr (+96.1% year on year); the operating margin was 17.2%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹41,198 | +16.7% | +15.8% |
| Operating profit | ₹7,098 | +93.5% | +388.5% |
| Net profit | ₹4,671 | +96.1% | +215.4% |
| EPS (₹) | 7.10 | +97.2% | +214.2% |
| Operating margin | 17.2% | — | — |
GAIL delivery percentage and open interest
NSE end-of-day data for
On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 65.33% of the GAIL shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 63.2%. That is close to its usual level. In GAIL futures, open interest rose 0.52% while the futures price fell 0.58%: short buildup (new short positions).
Delivery in the last 5 sessions: 76.0% · 61.3% · 69.6% · 55.9% · 65.3%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
GAIL (India) Limited received an official communication dated September 29, 2026, from the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG) nominating Shri Rajeev Kumar as a Government Nominee Director. Shri Kumar, who serves as Deputy Director General at MoP&NG, has been nominated for a tenure of three years, on a co-terminus basis, or until further orders, whichever is earlier. GAIL is currently executing the necessary appointment formalities in compliance with SEBI listing regulations. This is a standard governance update for a Maharatna PSU and does not alter the company's financial profile.
- MoP&NG letter CA-31022/1/2021-CA-PNG (37493) issued on September 29, 2026
- Shri Rajeev Kumar, Deputy Director General, MoP&NG, nominated to the Board
- Tenure specified as 3 years, co-terminus basis, or until further orders
- Appointment formalities and subsequent disclosures to follow per SEBI LODR
GAIL (India) Limited has appointed Shri Manoj Kumar Sharma as Director (Projects) effective September 19, 2026. Shri Sharma brings over 30 years of hydrocarbon infrastructure experience, having previously served as Executive Director and Regional Head of Eastern Region Pipelines at IOCL, overseeing more than 5,700 km of pipeline networks across five states. His appointment is critical for executing GAIL's extensive capital expenditure plan, which includes an ongoing pipeline expansion across its 16,420 km network.
- Shri Manoj Kumar Sharma assumed charge as Director (Projects) on September 19, 2026
- Brings over three decades (30+ years) of hydrocarbon infrastructure experience across project execution, O&M, and CGD
- Previously managed a pipeline network of more than 5,700 km across five states at IOCL
- Previously served on the boards of GSPL India Transco, GSPL India Gasnet, and Kochi Salem Pipeline
GAIL (India) Limited has announced that Shri Manoj Kumar Sharma assumed charge as Director (Projects) effective September 19, 2026. This fills a board-level position critical to the company's multi-year ₹42,200 Cr capex plan. GAIL reported a TTM revenue of ₹147,485 Cr and net profit of ₹9,870 Cr as of the latest quarter. The leadership appointment supports continuity across ongoing pipeline and petrochemical expansion projects.
- Shri Manoj Kumar Sharma (DIN 08821234) assumed charge as Director (Projects) on September 19, 2026
- Appointment follows the company's prior regulatory intimation dated September 18, 2026
- GAIL holds a ₹114,198 Cr market cap with an ongoing ₹42,200 Cr planned capex pipeline
GAIL (India) Limited's Board has approved the appointment of Shri Manoj Kumar Sharma as Additional Director and Director (Projects), following a nomination letter dated September 17, 2026, from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. His tenure is slated until his superannuation on April 30, 2031, or until further orders. Shri Sharma joins from Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), where he served as Executive Director and managed pipeline infrastructure spanning over 5,700 km. He will oversee GAIL's massive capital deployment initiatives, including an ongoing capex plan targeting pipeline expansion and petrochemical projects.
- Nominated by MoP&NG via letter dated September 17, 2026; Board approved on September 18, 2026
- Appointed as Director (Projects) until his superannuation on April 30, 2031
- Brings over 30 years of hydrocarbon experience, previously overseeing over 5,700 km of pipelines at IOCL
- No inter-se relationship with any existing directors of GAIL
GAIL (India) Limited has scheduled a physical group meeting with investors under the 'Asia Energy Security Field Trip' on 21st September 2026 starting at 11:45 AM onwards. The meeting will take place at GAIL's Corporate Office in New Delhi. The company confirmed that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be discussed during the interaction.
- Meeting scheduled for 21st September 2026 from 11:45 AM onwards
- Event: Asia Energy Security Field Trip
- Format: Physical group meeting at GAIL Corporate Office, New Delhi
- Confirmation that no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be shared
The Comptroller & Auditor General of India (CAG) has appointed M/s Ravi Rajan & Co. LLP and M/s Arun K Agarwal & Associates as Joint Statutory Auditors of GAIL (India) Limited for FY 2026-27. The appointment was formalized via CAG's letter dated September 7, 2026, issued under Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013. The auditors will also audit GAIL's consolidated financial statements for the period. Supplementary and test audits remain entrusted to the Director General of Audit, Oil & Gas, Mumbai.
- CAG appointed two firms as Joint Statutory Auditors for FY 2026-27 under Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013
- Appointed auditors are M/s Ravi Rajan & Co. LLP and M/s Arun K Agarwal & Associates
- CAG order reference No./CA. V/ COY/CENTRAL GOVERNMENT,GAIL(2)/113 dated September 7, 2026
- Supplementary audit entrusted to Director General of Audit, Oil & Gas, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai under Sections 143(6) & (7)
GAIL (India) Limited, along with Petronet LNG and MC² Foundation, hosted the 'MC² Plus Hyderabad Connect' at IIT Hyderabad to accelerate energy sector innovation. The accelerator programme aims to support 30 early-stage start-ups across seven priority themes including Digital Asset Management and AI. Selected start-ups will receive convertible funding of up to ₹50 lakh and milestone-based funding of up to ₹1.5 crore. The event has negligible direct financial impact on GAIL, whose TTM revenue stands at ₹1,47,485 crore.
- Collaborated with Petronet LNG and IIT Hyderabad's iTIC Incubator on September 7, 2026
- Accelerator programme targets supporting 30 high-potential early-stage energy start-ups
- Eligible start-ups can access up to ₹50 lakh in convertible funding and up to ₹1.5 crore in milestone-based funding
- Initiative spans seven thematic tracks, focusing on Digital Asset Management and AI integration
GAIL (India) Limited has informed the exchanges of its participation in the UBS India Summit 2026 scheduled for September 10, 2026, in Mumbai. The event will involve physical one-on-one and group meetings with institutional investor groups starting at 10:00 AM. The company clarified that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during these interactions.
- Meeting Date: September 10, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. onwards
- Event: UBS India Summit 2026 in Mumbai
- Format: Physical one-on-one and group meetings with institutional investors
- Compliance: No Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) to be shared
GAIL (India) Limited has submitted the scrutinizer's report and voting results for its 42nd Annual General Meeting held on August 27, 2026. Shareholders approved all 11 resolutions with the requisite majority. Notable approvals include a final dividend of Re 0.50 per equity share (5%) for FY26, director appointments (including Director-Finance), and material related-party transactions with Petronet LNG, Indraprastha Gas, Mahanagar Gas, and Ramagundam Fertilizers.
- All 11 resolutions approved by shareholders with requisite majority at the 42nd AGM held on 27.08.2026.
- Approved final dividend of Re 0.50 per equity share (5% on face value) for FY2025-26 with 99.72% votes in favor.
- Approved material related-party transactions with entities including Petronet LNG (99.51% favor), Indraprastha Gas (99.53%), and Mahanagar Gas (99.53%).
- Ratified appointment of Shri Satish Kumar Sinha as Director (Finance) and Shri Rohit Mathur as Government Nominee Director.
GAIL (India) Limited concluded its 42nd Annual General Meeting, transacting standard business including adoption of FY26 financial statements and approval of a Re 0.50 per share (5%) final dividend. For FY26, the company reported standalone revenue of ₹1,38,697 crore, PBT of ₹8,964 crore, and PAT of ₹6,968 crore, transmitting an average 122 MMSCMD of natural gas. Operational updates highlighted its 18,690 km operational pipeline network (aiming for ~20,000 km), progress on the ₹11,256 crore Usar 500 KTA PDH-PP project, and doubling the Jamnagar-Loni LPG pipeline capacity to 6.5 MMTPA.
- Delivered FY26 revenue of ₹1,38,697 crore and PAT of ₹6,968 crore with 122 MMSCMD gas transmission volume.
- Pipeline network reached 18,690 km with ~1,500 km under construction to expand towards ~20,000 km.
- Advancing the 500 KTA PDH-PP project at Usar with an estimated investment of ₹11,256 crore.
- Declared final dividend of Re 0.50 per equity share (5% on paid-up capital) for FY26.
- LPG pipeline network expanding via Jamnagar-Loni capacity doubling from 3.25 to 6.5 MMTPA plus 1,775 km of new authorized pipelines.
GAIL (India) Limited received notices from NSE and BSE imposing a fine of ₹14,31,340 each (including GST) for non-compliance with SEBI LODR regulations regarding Board and Committee composition during the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company clarified that director appointments fall under the purview of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG). Following the appointment of two Independent Directors, GAIL has reconstituted the relevant board committees effective August 22, 2026. The financial impact of the fines is negligible relative to GAIL's TTM net profit of ₹9,870 crore.
- NSE and BSE imposed a penalty of ₹14,31,340 each (including GST) for the quarter ended 30.06.2026.
- Non-compliance pertained to SEBI LODR Regulations 17(1), 17(2A), 18(1), 19(1)/19(2), 20(2)/(2A), and 21(2) regarding Board and Committee composition.
- Audit, Nomination & Remuneration, Stakeholders' Relationship, and Risk Management Committees reconstituted on 22.08.2026.
- Company is pursuing waivers with the exchanges, citing director nominations are controlled by the Government of India.
GAIL (India) Limited has disclosed profile details regarding the appointment of Smt. Rupa Saikia (DIN 11908368) as an Independent Director, following up on its earlier intimation dated August 13, 2026. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and brings over 14 years of professional experience in education and human resource management, alongside community development work. GAIL confirmed that she holds no inter-se relationships with other directors and is not debarred from holding office by SEBI or the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
- Appointment of Smt. Rupa Saikia (DIN 11908368) as Independent Director
- Over 14 years of professional experience in education and human resource management
- Follow-up to the company's prior intimation dated August 13, 2026
- Confirmation of no inter-se relationship with existing directors and no SEBI/MCA debarment
GAIL (India) Limited has submitted additional profile details regarding the appointment of Dr. Banwari Lal (DIN 11897459) as an Independent Director, following its earlier intimation dated August 13, 2026. Dr. Lal brings over 33 years of professional experience across taxation, administration, and vigilance, including more than 10 years at the level of Joint Secretary and above. He holds no inter-se relations with other directors and is not debarred from holding office by SEBI or the MCA. This is a standard corporate governance addition to the board with no direct financial impact.
- Appointment of Dr. Banwari Lal (DIN 11897459) as Independent Director
- Professional experience spanning over 33 years in taxation, administration, and vigilance
- Over 10 years of service at the level of Joint Secretary and above
- Continuation of the company's previous intimation dated 13.08.2026
GAIL (India) Limited has disclosed that Shri Lalit Bhatt, Executive Director (Business Information System), has been relieved from the services of the company effective August 14, 2026. The departure is consequent upon him opting for voluntary retirement. Shri Bhatt held a Senior Management position one level below the Board of Directors. The change is routine and is not expected to have any material financial or operational impact on the company.
- Shri Lalit Bhatt, ex-ED (BIS), relieved from GAIL services w.e.f. August 14, 2026.
- Departure occurred on account of voluntary retirement.
- Role was designated as Senior Management personnel, one level below the Board of Directors.
GAIL (India) Limited has received a nomination from the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG) for the appointment of two Non-Official Independent Directors. Dr. Banwari Lal and Smt. Rupa Saikia have been nominated for a period of three years effective August 12, 2026. This is a routine administrative update to maintain the board composition of the PSU. The company is currently completing the formal appointment formalities as per SEBI regulations.
- Nomination of 2 Non-Official Independent Directors by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
- Tenure set for a period of 3 years or until further orders
- Nomination communication dated August 12, 2026, from the Corporate Affairs Desk of MoP&NG
- Appointment is in compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
In FY25, Natural Gas Marketing grew to 85% of total revenue, Transmission contributed 7%, Petrochemicals 5%, and City Gas Distribution (CGD) 4%. Total Operating Income (TOI) reached INR 1,43,171 Cr in FY25, a 7.5% increase from INR 1,33,228 Cr in FY24. Q2 FY26 turnover was INR 34,972 Cr, up 7% YoY from INR 32,810 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
Domestic operations across India contribute the vast majority of revenue, with 65% of transmission volumes concentrated in the Hazira-Vijaipur-Jagdishpur, Dahej-Vijaipur, and Vijaipur-Dadri networks. International presence is maintained through subsidiaries in Singapore and the US for LNG and petrochemical trading.
Profitability Margins
PAT margin improved to 8.7% in FY25 from 7.43% in FY24. Operating profit (PBILDT) margin rose to 11.66% in FY25 from 10.90% in FY24. However, H1 FY26 PAT margin showed a decline to 5.2% due to subdued petrochemical realisations and unplanned shutdowns.
EBITDA Margin
OPBDIT/OI margin was 10.9% in FY25, nearly flat compared to 10.8% in FY24. Core profitability was bolstered by a one-time settlement gain of ~INR 2,400 Cr from SEFE/SMTS for non-delivery of LNG cargoes.
Capital Expenditure
GAIL incurred INR 10,512 Cr in FY25 (down from INR 11,426 Cr in FY24). The company has a planned capex of INR 42,200 Cr over the next four years, averaging INR 10,000-11,000 Cr annually for pipeline infrastructure and petrochemical expansion.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Maintains 'CARE AAA; Stable' and 'ICRA AAA (Stable)' ratings. Borrowing costs are highly competitive due to sovereign ownership (51.88% GoI stake). Interest coverage ratio stood at 20.7x in FY25 and 15.9x in H1 FY26.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Natural Gas (LNG) represents the primary traded commodity (85% of revenue). Other inputs include crude oil and petroleum derivatives for the petrochemical segment (5% of revenue) and LPG/Liquid Hydrocarbons.
Import Sources
Sourced primarily from the USA (Sabine Pass and Cove Point terminals) and Qatar (Qatar Energy). Domestic gas is sourced from ONGC and other local producers for the LPG and LHC segments.
Key Suppliers
Key suppliers include Cheniere Energy (3.5 MMTPA contract), Qatar Energy, and various domestic producers. Historical supply issues with SMTS (SEFE) have been settled.
Capacity Expansion
Current pipeline network is 16,420 km with a handling capacity of 208 MMSCMD. Planned expansion includes adding 1.81 MPTA in petrochemical capacity and doubling the JLPL LPG pipeline capacity from 3.25 MMTPA to 6.5 MMTPA.
Raw Material Costs
Marketing margins are sensitive to the Henry Hub (HH) index for US LNG. In FY25, gas marketing profitability improved as supply levels normalized and global gas prices softened.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Transmission volumes reached 127 MMSCMD in FY25 (up from 120 MMSCMD). Petrochemical division faced a PBIT loss of INR 41 Cr in FY25 despite higher capacity utilization due to poor realisations.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is managed via a 16,420 km integrated pipeline network, accounting for ~70% of India's natural gas transmission market share.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
8-10%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by a INR 42,200 Cr capex plan focusing on pipeline connectivity to refineries, expanding the CGD network (targeting 85 new CNG stations and 150,000 DPNG connections in 2 years), and doubling LPG pipeline capacity to 6.5 MMTPA which is expected to add INR 700 Cr to annual revenue.
Products & Services
Natural gas transmission, LNG marketing, Petrochemicals (Polymers/Polyethylene), LPG, Liquid Hydrocarbons (Propane, Pentane), and City Gas Distribution (CNG/PNG).
Brand Portfolio
GAIL, GAIL Gas Limited, Mahanagar Gas (MGL), Indraprastha Gas (IGL).
New Products/Services
Expansion into Green Hydrogen (10-MW PEM electrolyser) and Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plants to meet net-zero goals. AI-driven 'Project Sanchay-2' (INR 146 Cr investment) aims to optimize profitability across segments.
Market Expansion
Expanding the national gas grid through projects like the Srikakulam-Angul pipeline and increasing penetration in the CGD sector across 6 authorized geographical areas.
Market Share & Ranking
Market leader in natural gas transmission with ~70% share in India.
Strategic Alliances
Joint ventures and stakes in Petronet LNG (PLL), Konkan LNG, Mahanagar Gas (MGL), and Indraprastha Gas (IGL).
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward a higher share of natural gas in the national energy mix. GAIL is positioning itself for the transition via a 1.7 GW renewable energy target by 2030 and green hydrogen initiatives.
Competitive Landscape
Dominant player in transmission; faces competition in the marketing and petrochemical segments from other PSU and private energy majors.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on high entry barriers due to the capital-intensive nature of pipeline laying and a dominant 70% market share. This is sustainable due to the 'Maharatna' status and strategic importance to the Government of India.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to global energy prices and India's GDP growth, which drives industrial demand for natural gas in the fertilizer and power sectors.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing consumer preference for PNG and CNG over traditional liquid fuels is driving volume growth in the CGD segment.
Geopolitical Risks
Vulnerable to global supply chain disruptions, as evidenced by the previous non-delivery of LNG cargoes from SMTS (Germany/Russia-linked entity).
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Regulated by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), which sets a 12% RoCE for transmission. Implementation of a unified tariff (INR 58.6/mmbtu) since April 2023.
Environmental Compliance
Spent INR 150 Cr on CSR in FY25. NSE Sustainability Environment score is 56, reflecting efforts in GHG emission management and renewable energy transition.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate is consistent with Indian corporate standards; PAT was INR 10,959.6 Cr against PBT of ~INR 13,000 Cr+ in FY25.
Legal Contingencies
Successfully secured an arbitration award of INR 2,440 Cr from SMTS for LNG non-delivery. Large contingent liabilities remain a monitorable risk factor for credit ratings.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Volatility in petrochemical and LPG prices could impact margins by 10-15% during commodity downcycles. Regulatory changes in pipeline tariffs by PNGRB pose a risk to stable cash flows.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High concentration in the Hazira-Vijaipur-Jagdishpur corridor, which accounts for the majority of transmission volumes.
Third Party Dependencies
Significant dependency on US-based LNG liquefaction terminals (Cheniere/Cove Point) for marketing volumes.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Low risk in transmission; however, GAIL is proactively adopting AI and data analytics via Project Sanchay-2 to maintain manufacturing efficiency.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Low risk; receivables are managed within a 24-day cycle and major clients are often other PSUs or regulated utilities.