GMR AIRPORTS LIMITED (GMRAIRPORT)
₹89.50 -1.07% last close, 16 Oct
Latest quarterly results (Q4 FY26)
In its latest reported quarter, Q4 FY26, GMR AIRPORTS's revenue was ₹3,938 Cr (+37.5% year on year, -1.4% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹400 Cr (against a loss a year earlier); the operating margin was 36.7%.
| Q4 FY26 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q4 FY25 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹3,938 | +37.5% | -1.4% |
| Operating profit | ₹1,445 | +43.2% | -15.0% |
| Net profit | ₹400 | from loss | +129.9% |
| EPS (₹) | 0.29 | from loss | +141.7% |
| Operating margin | 36.7% | — | — |
GMRAIRPORT delivery percentage and open interest
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On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 50.45% of the GMRAIRPORT shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 59.31%. That is close to its usual level. Volume was 0.4 times its average, well below normal. In GMRAIRPORT futures, open interest fell 2.87% while the futures price fell 1.01%: long unwinding (longs closing out).
Delivery in the last 5 sessions: 45.1% · 58.6% · 56.0% · 49.2% · 50.5%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
GMR Airports reported a flat monthly passenger traffic growth of 0.9% YoY to 9.24 million passengers in September 2026 across its portfolio (excluding Cebu). For H1 FY27, total passenger traffic reached a record 58.21 million passengers (up 0.5% YoY), led by steady domestic traffic growth at Delhi Airport (+5.0% in H1). However, significant traffic declines were observed at Hyderabad (-12.7% YoY in Sep) and Goa Mopa (-26.9% YoY in Sep), partly due to airline route rationalizations and geopolitical flight disruptions.
- September 2026 total passenger traffic (excl. Cebu) rose 0.9% YoY to 9,240,144 passengers.
- H1 FY27 total passenger traffic reached a record 58,212,317 passengers, up 0.5% YoY.
- Delhi Airport passenger traffic rose 2.7% YoY in Sep'26 to 5,993,880 and reached 38,502,558 in H1 FY27 (+5.0% YoY).
- Hyderabad Airport traffic fell 12.7% YoY in Sep'26 to 2,083,802 passengers, while Goa Mopa dropped 26.9% YoY to 286,656 passengers.
- Cargo throughput at Delhi hit 1.11 lakh MT in Sep'26 and 6.3 lakh MT in H1 FY27 (up 12.2% YoY).
GMR Airports Limited has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary named GMR Aero Realty Limited (GARL) on October 13, 2026. GARL has an initial subscribed and paid-up capital of ₹1 Crore, comprising 10,00,000 equity shares of ₹10 each. The new entity will focus on real estate, land development, and related opportunities across the group's land assets. Relative to GMR's net worth of ₹59,564 Cr and TTM revenue of ₹14,807 Cr, the initial investment is minor, but it aligns with the company's broader strategy to monetize its ~2,500 acres of real estate.
- Incorporated wholly owned subsidiary GMR Aero Realty Limited (GARL) on October 13, 2026
- Initial subscribed and paid-up share capital stands at ₹1 Crore
- Capital divided into 10,00,000 equity shares of ₹10 each
- Formed to undertake Real Estate, Land Development, and other related opportunities
GMR Airports Limited announced that Mr. Alexis Benjamin Riols has resigned as Executive Director and Deputy CEO effective October 08, 2026. This follows co-promoter Group ADP's withdrawal of his executive nomination due to internal organizational changes at Group ADP. Mr. Riols will continue on the board as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director. Group ADP has nominated a replacement, whose appointment will be submitted for approvals in due course.
- Resignation effective from October 08, 2026
- Co-promoter Group ADP withdrew nomination following internal organizational changes
- Continues on the Board as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director
- Replacement nominated by Group ADP, pending regulatory/board approvals
GMR Airports Limited has approved the allotment of 10,20,00,000 equity shares of Re. 1/- each following the conversion of 25,50,000 Optionally Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (OCRPS) held by GMR Infra Services Private Limited (GISPL, an Aeroports de Paris subsidiary). The OCRPS of Rs. 40/- each were convertible into 40 equity shares of Re. 1/- each under the Composite Scheme effective July 25, 2024. The newly allotted shares represent 0.96% of the company's post-allotment equity capital. Following this conversion, GISPL still retains a significant portion of its original 2,60,44,40,880 OCRPS.
- Allotment of 10,20,00,000 equity shares of Re. 1/- each upon conversion of 25,50,000 OCRPS
- Conversion ratio applied: 1 OCRPS (face value Rs. 40/-) converts into 40 equity shares of Re. 1/- each
- Allotted shares constitute 0.96% of the post-allotment equity share capital
- Part of the Scheme of Amalgamation effective July 25, 2024, where GISPL was originally issued 2,60,44,40,880 OCRPS
GMR Airports Limited announced the full voluntary prepayment of two tranches of Non-Convertible Bonds (NCBs) totaling ₹1,500 crore in principal value ahead of their 2028 maturity dates. The redemptions include ₹1,100 crore (ISIN INE776C08059) settled on September 25, 2026, and ₹400 crore (ISIN INE776C08067) settled on September 28, 2026. Alongside principal, the company paid interest and redemption premiums totaling approximately ₹168.87 crore net of TDS. The total debt retired represents ~13.4% of the company's total reported debt of ₹11,153 crore, improving its leverage profile.
- Voluntary full prepayment of ₹1,100 crore NCBs due February 2028 and ₹400 crore NCBs due April 2028
- Paid ₹125.17 crore in accrued interest and redemption premium (net of TDS) on the ₹1,100 crore tranche
- Paid ₹43.70 crore in accrued interest and redemption premium (net of TDS) on the ₹400 crore tranche
- Outstanding balance under both bond ISINs reduced to Nil
GMR Airports Limited's subsidiary, GMR Hospitality Limited (GHL), has been selected to operate and manage F&B outlets at Delhi Airport Terminal 3 through May 2036, with an option to extend by 10 years. Under the license agreement with fellow subsidiary Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), GHL will pay estimated aggregate license fees of ~Rs 49 crore for FY27 and ~Rs 109 crore for FY28. The agreement operates on a revenue-share model with a Minimum Monthly Guarantee and advertisement fees, executed on an arms' length basis.
- License awarded to GHL for F&B operations at Delhi Airport Terminal 3 up to May 2036, extendable by 10 years
- Estimated license fee payable to DIAL is ~Rs 49 crore in FY27 and ~Rs 109 crore in FY28
- Model involves revenue share with a Minimum Monthly Guarantee (MMG) plus advertisement fees
- Transaction is an intra-group related party transaction between two Indian subsidiaries (GHL and DIAL)
GMR Airports Limited announced that all 8 resolutions presented at its 30th Annual General Meeting on September 21, 2026, were passed with requisite majority. Key approvals included an enabling special resolution to raise funds via Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) and/or FCCB, approved by 99.94% of votes cast. Shareholders also approved material related-party transactions with subsidiary Delhi International Airport Limited for FY27 with 99.83% approval. The meeting saw 9.75 billion valid votes cast across e-voting and AGM instapoll out of a shareholder base of 682,995 folios.
- Resolution 7 for fundraise via QIP/FCCB approved with 9,74,55,72,615 votes in favour (99.94%)
- Material related-party transactions with Delhi International Airport Limited passed with 99.83% votes in favour
- Adoption of FY26 financial statements and director re-appointments approved with overwhelming majorities
- Total number of registered shareholders stood at 682,995 as of the record date of September 14, 2026
GMR Airports Limited conducted its 30th Annual General Meeting on September 21, 2026, covering eight key ordinary and special resolutions. Key proposals tabled for shareholder approval included raising funds via QIP/FCCBs and approving material related-party transactions with Delhi International Airport Limited for FY 2026-27. Additionally, the AGM addressed the declaration of dividend on 6,51,11,022 unlisted non-cumulative preference shares of INR 40 each. Formal voting outcomes will be disclosed separately per SEBI regulations.
- 30th Annual General Meeting conducted virtually on Monday, September 21, 2026.
- Proposed dividend on 6,51,11,022 unlisted 0.001% non-cumulative optionally convertible redeemable preference shares of INR 40/- each.
- Enabling special resolution tabled for fund raising via Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) and/or FCCBs.
- Shareholder approval sought for material related party transactions with subsidiary DIAL for FY 2026-27.
- Remote e-voting took place between September 17, 2026 and September 20, 2026.
GMR Airports' subsidiary, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), received a favorable order from the Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT) regarding aeronautical tariff determination. The appeal contested the tariff order set by AERA for the Fourth Control Period (01.04.2024 to 31.03.2029) for Indira Gandhi International Airport. TDSAT ruled in favor of DIAL on all issues, including the non-implementation of a prior tribunal order. AERA must implement the ruling within three months, subject to any potential appeals.
- TDSAT issued judgment allowing all issues in favor of DIAL against AERA's CP4 tariff order.
- Fourth Control Period covers the 5-year timeframe from 01.04.2024 to 31.03.2029.
- AERA is directed to implement the decision within 3 months unless appealed.
- Includes favorable relief pertaining to the non-implementation of previous TDSAT orders.
GMR Airports Limited informed the stock exchanges that Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications (OPC) Private Limited has assigned the company an ESG Ratings Score of 74.41. The company clarified that it did not engage Niche for the rating or report, noting that it was independently prepared by the agency. This is an informational disclosure under SEBI LODR Regulations 30 and 51, with no direct financial impact on the company's ₹14,807 crore TTM revenue base.
- Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications assigned an ESG Ratings Score of 74.41
- GMR Airports clarified it did not engage or commission Niche for the rating or report
- Filing submitted under Regulations 30 & 51 of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015 on September 18, 2026
GMR Airports reported handling 9.44 million passengers across its portfolio in August 2026, representing a marginal 0.9% YoY increase. Delhi Airport continued to be the primary growth driver, serving 6.08 million passengers (+2.7% YoY) and handling a record 1.1 lakh MT of cargo. Conversely, passenger volumes saw steep declines at Hyderabad (-11.5% YoY to 2.19 million) and Mopa Goa (-22.8% YoY to 0.29 million). Operationally, the new greenfield Bhogapuram Airport commenced commercial operations on August 17, 2026, handling 1.05 lakh passengers in its first two weeks.
- Total passenger traffic reached 9.44 million in August 2026, up 0.9% YoY, while YTD FY27 traffic crossed 48.97 million (+0.4% YoY)
- Delhi Airport handled 6.08 million passengers (up 2.7% YoY) and record monthly cargo volume of ~1.1 lakh Metric Tonnes
- Hyderabad Airport traffic dropped 11.5% YoY to 2.19 million passengers, alongside a 14.2% drop in aircraft movements
- Mopa (Goa) traffic contracted 22.8% YoY to 0.29 million passengers, though rose 4.5% MoM
- Commercial operations at greenfield Bhogapuram Airport began on 17 August 2026, recording 105,171 passengers through month-end
GMR Airports Limited has notified the exchanges regarding its scheduled participation in the 2026 Jefferies India Forum. The conference will take place in Gurugram, Haryana from September 17 to September 18, 2026. Management is slated to conduct one-on-one and group meetings with institutional investors. The company affirmed that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared.
- Participation scheduled for September 17, 2026 to September 18, 2026
- Attending the 2026 Jefferies India Forum in Gurugram, Haryana
- Format includes both One-on-One and Group meetings with several investors
- Company confirmed no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be disclosed
GMR Airports Limited has allotted 1,50,000 listed, unsecured Non-Convertible Bonds (NCBs) of face value ₹1 Lakh each, aggregating to ₹1,500 crore. The bonds carry an interest rate of 9.56% with a tenure of up to 36 months on a private placement basis. The proceeds are designated to refinance existing NCBs that carry a higher interest rate of 10.75%, generating an interest rate savings of 119 basis points. Relative to the company's total debt of ₹11,153 crore, this refinancing covers approximately 13.4% of outstanding borrowings.
- Allotted 1,50,000 listed, unsecured, rated, redeemable Non-Convertible Bonds aggregating to ₹1,500 crore
- Bonds carry an interest rate of 9.56% (cash coupon and accumulated interest)
- Refinances existing debt yielding 10.75%, generating a 119 bps reduction in borrowing cost
- Tenure of the new bonds is up to 36 months from the date of allotment
GMR Airports Limited has issued notices for the voluntary redemption of non-convertible bonds totaling Rs 1,500 crore. The early redemptions cover two tranches: Rs 1,100 crore under ISIN INE776C08059 on September 26, 2026, and Rs 400 crore under ISIN INE776C08067 on September 28, 2026. This voluntary repayment represents approximately 13.4% of the company's total outstanding debt of Rs 11,153 crore. The move will help optimize the company's capital structure and reduce ongoing finance costs.
- Voluntary redemption of Non-Convertible Bonds totaling Rs 1,500 crore across two ISINs
- Rs 1,100 crore tranche (ISIN INE776C08059) redemption scheduled on or before September 26, 2026
- Rs 400 crore tranche (ISIN INE776C08067) redemption scheduled on or before September 28, 2026
- Total redemption value equals ~13.4% of total outstanding balance sheet debt of Rs 11,153 crore
GMR Airports Limited has approved the private placement issuance of up to 1,50,000 listed, unsecured, rated, redeemable Non-Convertible Bonds (NCBs) aggregating up to ₹1,500 crore. The bonds carry a coupon rate of 5% per annum, payable annually, with a tenure of up to 36 months. The entire proceeds are earmarked for refinancing existing NCBs of an equivalent amount of up to ₹1,500 crore. Relative to the company's total debt of ₹11,153 crore, this refinancing represents approximately 13.4% of total borrowings.
- Approved issuance of up to 1,50,000 listed, unsecured, rated NCBs aggregating up to ₹1,500 crore
- Coupon rate fixed at 5% per annum, payable annually, with maturity at a redemption premium
- Tenure of the instrument is up to 36 months
- Proceeds dedicated entirely to refinancing existing NCBs of up to ₹1,500 crore
- Face value per bond stands at ₹1 Lakh
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated Revenue from Operations grew 47% YoY to INR 36.7bn in Q2FY26. Standalone revenue grew 234% YoY to INR 9,451 mn, driven by new non-aero platforms: Delhi Duty Free (INR 3,702 mn), Delhi Cargo (INR 2,216 mn), and Hyderabad Duty Free (INR 641 mn).
Geographic Revenue Split
India operations dominate with a 25.8% domestic and 34.6% international market share. Major contributions come from Delhi (DIAL), Hyderabad (GHIAL), and Goa (GGIAL). International presence includes Medan (Indonesia) and under-construction projects in Crete (Greece).
Profitability Margins
Consolidated PAT turned positive at INR 351 mn in Q2FY26 compared to a loss of INR 4.3bn in Q2FY25. Standalone EBITDA margin declined from 53% in Q2FY25 to 37% in Q2FY26 due to increased revenue share and operating expenses.
EBITDA Margin
Consolidated EBITDA grew 59% YoY to INR 15.3bn in Q2FY26, with margins at 53% (calculated on net income). Standalone EBITDA was INR 2,414 mn, up from INR 1,150 mn YoY.
Capital Expenditure
Major ongoing capex includes Bhogapuram (GVIAL) at ~87.5% progress and Crete at ~60% progress. Hyderabad expansion to 34 mn passengers and Goa expansion to 7.7 mn passengers were completed in FY25.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CRISIL and CARE ratings monitor a target net debt/EBITDA of 5.5-6.0 times. The company raised INR 59bn in non-convertible bonds to repay INR 50bn of existing debt plus an INR 8.5bn redemption premium.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Revenue Share to partners (31.7% of standalone gross income), Personnel Costs (attrition at 12%), and Finance Charges (INR 3,840 mn standalone in Q2FY26).
Import Sources
Not disclosed in available documents as the company is a service provider.
Key Suppliers
AAI (Airports Authority of India) and Government of Telangana (partners in GHIAL), Travel Food Services (JV partner for GMR Hospitality).
Capacity Expansion
Hyderabad: Expanded from 12 mn to 34 mn passengers (+183%). Goa: Expanded from 4.4 mn to 7.7 mn passengers (+75%). Delhi: Capacity exceeds 100 mn passengers.
Raw Material Costs
Revenue share payments to AAI/partners reached INR 3,000 mn in Q2FY26 standalone, representing a 355% increase YoY from INR 659 mn.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Passenger traffic market share of 25.8% domestic and 34.6% international in India.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
47%
Growth Strategy
Achieved through the 'Airport Platform' strategy, taking over high-margin adjacency businesses like Delhi and Hyderabad Duty Free, expanding cargo operations, and completing organic expansions at Hyderabad and Goa airports.
Products & Services
Aeronautical services (landing/parking), Duty-free retail, Cargo handling, Car parking, Food & Beverage, and Real estate monetization (2,500 acres).
Brand Portfolio
GMR Airports, Delhi International Airport (DIAL), Hyderabad International Airport (GHIAL), Manohar International Airport (Goa).
New Products/Services
Duty-free operations at Delhi (started July 2025) and Hyderabad (started September 2025), and new Cargo city development at Delhi.
Market Expansion
Focusing on greenfield projects in Bhogapuram and Crete, and pursuing capex-light service opportunities in India, SE Asia, and the Middle East.
Market Share & Ranking
25.8% domestic market share in India; 34.6% international market share.
Strategic Alliances
Groupe ADP (32.3% stake), Travel Food Services (JV for F&B), and technical service agreements for Cebu Airport.
External Factors
Industry Trends
Transitioning from pure infrastructure to a consumer-led 'Airport Platform' model; Indian aviation is expected to grow at an accelerated pace.
Competitive Landscape
Primary competition from other major airport operators in India and regional hubs in Asia.
Competitive Moat
Monopolistic concessions in key hubs (Delhi, Hyderabad) with long-term durations and mature tariff regimes.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to Indian aviation sector growth and consumer spending trends.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing spend per passenger in retail and duty-free segments is a key growth lever.
Geopolitical Risks
Susceptibility to international travel restrictions and global aviation trends.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Regulated by AERA (Airports Economic Regulatory Authority) for aeronautical tariffs; SEBI and listing regulations for disclosures.
Environmental Compliance
ESG is core to strategy; focus on sustainable infrastructure and carbon emission reduction.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Regulatory risk in tariff resets (potential impact on aero revenue) and traffic volatility (Goa traffic was subdued in FY25).
Geographic Concentration Risk
High concentration in India, specifically Delhi and Hyderabad airports.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on AAI for revenue share agreements and regulatory bodies for tariff approvals.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Adopting AI and technology-based asset management platforms to mitigate operational risks.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Refinancing risk associated with elevated debt levels (INR 340bn net debt).