Gajanand International Limited (GAJANAND)
Latest quarterly results (H2 FY26)
In its latest reported quarter, H2 FY26, Gajanand International's revenue was ₹57.2 Cr (+10.9% year on year, +218.0% on the previous half-year), and net profit ₹-0.1 Cr (a smaller loss than a year earlier); the operating margin was 0.6%.
| H2 FY26 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs H2 FY25 | vs prev. half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹57.2 | +10.9% | +218.0% |
| Operating profit | ₹0.4 | from loss | -29.4% |
| Net profit | ₹-0.1 | loss narrowed | to loss |
| EPS (₹) | -0.03 | loss narrowed | to loss |
| Operating margin | 0.6% | — | — |
GAJANAND delivery percentage
NSE end-of-day data for
On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 100.0% of the GAJANAND shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 86.67%. That is close to its usual level. Turnover was under ₹1 lakh, so a handful of trades can move this figure.
Delivery in the last 4 sessions: 100.0% · 66.7% · 100.0% · 100.0%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Gajanand International Limited announced the voting results of its 17th Annual General Meeting held on September 12, 2026. All six ordinary and special resolutions were passed unanimously with 100% of the 12,997,024 valid votes cast in favour. Notable resolutions included the appointment of M/s. Rushabh R. Shah & Co. as statutory auditors for a 5-year term replacing M/s. H.B. Kalaria & Associates, and alterations to the main object clause of the Memorandum of Association. Additionally, directors Mrs. Truptiben Ashokbhai Monsara, Mr. Mitesh Rasiklal Jasani, and Mr. Ashokkumar Haribhai Koyani were re-appointed.
- All 6 resolutions passed with 100% approval representing 12,997,024 votes
- M/s. Rushabh R. Shah & Co. appointed as statutory auditors for a five-year term
- Approved alteration and addition to the Main Object clause of the Memorandum of Association
- Cut-off date for eligibility to vote was September 04, 2026
Gajanand International Limited has released the Scrutinizer's Report for its 17th Annual General Meeting held on September 12, 2026. All six ordinary and special resolutions were passed unanimously with 100% of the 12,997,024 valid votes cast in favor via remote e-voting. Key approvals include the adoption of FY26 financial statements, the appointment of M/s. Rushabh R. Shah & Co. as statutory auditors for a 5-year term, and alterations to the Main Object clause of the Memorandum of Association.
- 100% of 12,997,024 valid votes cast in favor across all 6 resolutions
- Appointed M/s. Rushabh R. Shah & Co. as statutory auditors for a 5-year term replacing M/s. H.B. Kalaria & Associates
- Approved alteration to the Main Object clause of the Memorandum of Association
- Re-appointed independent directors Mr. Mitesh Rasiklal Jasani and Mr. Ashokkumar Haribhai Koyani
Gajanand International held its 17th Annual General Meeting on September 12, 2026. Shareholders approved all agenda items, including the adoption of FY26 financial statements and the re-appointment of director Truptiben Ashokbhai Monsara. Key approvals included the appointment of M/s. Rushabh R. Shah & Co. as statutory auditors for a 5-year term replacing M/s. H.B. Kalaria & Associates, along with an alteration to the company's Main Object clause in its Memorandum of Association.
- 17th Annual General Meeting successfully concluded on September 12, 2026, within 15 minutes (3:30 PM to 3:45 PM)
- Appointment of M/s. Rushabh R. Shah & Co., Chartered Accountants, as statutory auditors for a term of 5 consecutive years
- Special resolution passed approving additions/alterations to the Main Object clause of the Memorandum of Association
- Re-appointment of two Independent Directors, Mr. Mitesh Rasiklal Jasani and Mr. Ashokkumar Haribhai Koyani
Gajanand International Limited has issued the notice for its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on September 12, 2026. Key agenda items include the appointment of M/s. Rushabh R Shah & Co as Statutory Auditors for a 5-year term, succeeding M/s H.B. Kalaria & Associates whose tenure expired. The company is also seeking shareholder approval to amend its Memorandum of Association (MOA) to diversify beyond cotton ginning into solar PV modules/renewable energy, precision agricultural machinery, and packaged foods/snacks.
- 17th Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 12, 2026, at 03:30 PM IST via VC/OAVM
- Proposed appointment of M/s. Rushabh R Shah & Co as Statutory Auditors for 5 consecutive years from the 17th to 22nd AGM
- Special Resolution proposed to alter MOA Main Objects to enter solar PV/renewable energy, farm machinery, and food & snack processing
- Re-appointment of Independent Directors Mr. Mitesh Rasiklal Jasani and Mr. Ashokkumar Haribhai Koyani for a 5-year term
- Re-appointment of Director Mrs. Truptiben Ashokbhai Monsara retiring by rotation (holding 4,89,600 shares)
Gajanand International's Board of Directors has approved the appointment of M/s. Rushabh R Shah & Co., Chartered Accountants, as the company's Statutory Auditor for a 5-year term. The new auditor will serve from the conclusion of the 17th Annual General Meeting (2026) until the 22nd AGM in 2031. The change is due to the mandatory completion of the 5-year tenure of the existing auditor, M/s. H. B. Kalaria & Associates. The appointment is subject to approval by shareholders at the upcoming 17th AGM.
- Appointment of M/s. Rushabh R Shah & Co. (FRN: 156419W) approved for a 5-year term.
- Term spans from the conclusion of the 17th AGM (2026) to the 22nd AGM (2031).
- Existing auditor M/s. H. B. Kalaria & Associates retires after completing 5 consecutive years.
- Appointment is subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing 17th Annual General Meeting.
Gajanand International's Board has approved the appointment of M/s. Rushabh R Shah & Co., Chartered Accountants, as the company's Statutory Auditors for a 5-year term spanning from the 17th AGM in 2026 to the 22nd AGM in 2031. The appointment comes following the completion of the mandatory 5-year tenure of existing auditor M/s. H. B. Kalaria & Associates. The transition is standard statutory rotation and is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.
- Appointment of M/s. Rushabh R Shah & Co. (FRN: 156419W) as Statutory Auditor for a 5-year tenure
- Term commences from the conclusion of the 17th AGM (2026) until the 22nd AGM (2031)
- Existing auditor M/s. H. B. Kalaria & Associates retires upon completion of their prescribed 5-year term
- Appointment is subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing 17th Annual General Meeting
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
The company operates in a single segment: Ginning & Pressing and Trading of Cotton. Revenue for the half-year ended September 30, 2025, was INR 18.84 Cr (1,883.56 Lacs). This represents approximately 28.8% of the total revenue of INR 65.29 Cr reported for the full year ended March 31, 2025.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not disclosed in available documents, though the company is registered and operates in Jasdan, Rajkot, Gujarat.
Profitability Margins
Profit before tax (PBT) margin for H1 FY26 was 0.58% (INR 10.86 Lacs). Net profit margin was 6.00% (INR 113.05 Lacs), significantly higher than PBT due to a tax credit of approximately INR 1.02 Cr.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA for H1 FY26 was INR 52.93 Lacs, representing an EBITDA margin of 2.81%. This is calculated from PBT (INR 10.86 Lacs) plus finance costs (INR 37.97 Lacs) and depreciation (INR 4.10 Lacs).
Capital Expenditure
The company incurred a capital expenditure of INR 0.09 Lacs for the purchase of tangible assets during the half-year ended September 30, 2025.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Credit rating not disclosed. Borrowing costs for H1 FY26 were INR 37.97 Lacs in finance costs, compared to INR 101.93 Lacs for the full year ended March 31, 2025.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Raw cotton (Kapas) is the primary raw material, representing the bulk of the cost of goods sold in the ginning and pressing operations.
Import Sources
Not disclosed in available documents; likely sourced from the Gujarat cotton belt given the company's location in Rajkot.
Capacity Expansion
Current installed capacity and planned expansion details are not disclosed in the available documents.
Raw Material Costs
Purchase of stock-in-trade for H1 FY26 was INR 7.62 Cr. Changes in inventories of finished goods and work-in-progress accounted for a cost of INR 6.17 Cr.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Capacity utilization metrics are not disclosed.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
The company focuses on the ginning, pressing, and trading of cotton. Growth is driven by the volume of cotton processed and traded, leveraging its location in the Gujarat cotton-producing region.
Products & Services
Ginned cotton and pressed cotton bales.
Brand Portfolio
Gajanand.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The cotton ginning industry is seeing a shift toward more automated pressing and higher quality standards to meet export requirements.
Competitive Landscape
The industry is highly fragmented with numerous small to medium-sized ginning and pressing units in Gujarat.
Competitive Moat
The company's moat is primarily its location in the heart of the Gujarat cotton belt (Jasdan/Rajkot), providing a logistical advantage for procurement. However, this is a common industry advantage and not a unique durable moat.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to monsoon patterns affecting cotton crop yields and global textile demand which influences cotton prices.
Consumer Behavior
Demand is driven by the textile industry's requirement for high-quality ginned cotton for spinning.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
The company is monitoring the impact of the Code on Social Security, 2020, which may affect employee-related contributions once the effective date is notified.
Taxation Policy Impact
The company benefited from a significant tax adjustment in H1 FY26, resulting in a PAT of INR 1.13 Cr despite a PBT of only INR 0.11 Cr.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Volatility in cotton prices and seasonal crop failures are the primary business risks, potentially impacting margins by 5-10% in a bad harvest year.
Geographic Concentration Risk
100% of operations and procurement are concentrated in Gujarat, India.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependent on local farmers and agricultural intermediaries for raw cotton supply.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Low risk, though failure to upgrade ginning machinery could lead to lower quality output and reduced marketability.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables increased by INR 1.45 Cr during H1 FY26, indicating a potential increase in credit exposure to textile mill customers.