GSPL - Guj.St.Petronet
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has been fined a total of ₹1,06,200 (₹53,100 each by BSE and NSE) for non-compliance with SEBI LODR Regulation 17(1) regarding Board composition during the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The Board of Directors reviewed the notices on March 11, 2026, and has advised the company to file for a waiver of these fines. The fine was calculated based on a 9-day delay at a rate of ₹5,000 per day plus GST. While the financial impact is immaterial, the notice highlights a temporary lapse in corporate governance requirements.
- BSE and NSE imposed fines of ₹53,100 each, totaling ₹1,06,200 including 18% GST.
- The penalty pertains to non-compliance with Board composition requirements under Regulation 17(1) for Q3 FY26.
- The fine was based on 9 days of non-compliance at a rate of ₹5,000 per day.
- The Board has officially recorded the notices and directed the management to apply for a waiver.
- A non-refundable processing fee of ₹10,000 plus GST is required for the waiver application.
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has informed the stock exchanges regarding the closure of its trading window for dealing in the company's equity shares. The closure period is scheduled from March 8, 2026, to March 14, 2026, covering a total of 7 days. This measure is a standard compliance requirement under the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. The restriction applies specifically to designated persons and their immediate relatives as defined by the company's internal code of conduct.
- Trading window closed from Sunday, March 8, 2026, to Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015
- Applicable to all designated persons and their immediate relatives
- Notification issued to both BSE and National Stock Exchange of India Ltd
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has been fined a total of ₹1,06,200 (including GST) by BSE and NSE for non-compliance with SEBI Regulation 17(1) regarding Board composition during the December 2025 quarter. The issue arose following the resignation of an Independent Director in October 2025, which the company argues was unforeseen. GSPL, a government-controlled entity, intends to seek a waiver, noting that director appointments are managed by the Government of Gujarat. The company stated that this development has no material impact on its financial or operational performance.
- BSE and NSE each imposed a basic fine of ₹45,000 plus 18% GST (₹8,100) for the quarter ended December 2025.
- The fine pertains to non-compliance with SEBI LODR Regulation 17(1) regarding the required number of Independent Directors.
- A vacancy was created on October 15, 2025, due to the resignation of Independent Director Shri Tapan Ray.
- GSPL is seeking a waiver under SEBI's Standard Operating Procedure, citing its status as a Government Company where the state appoints directors.
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has received a notice from BSE imposing a fine of ₹45,000 plus GST for non-compliance with Board composition requirements during the quarter ended December 2025. The issue stems from a vacancy in the Independent Director position following the resignation of Shri Tapan Ray on October 1, 2025. GSPL, a Government Company, argues that director appointments are managed by the Government of Gujarat and that they are within the three-month grace period allowed under SEBI regulations. The company is currently seeking a waiver of this fine from the exchange.
- BSE imposed a basic fine of ₹45,000 plus ₹8,100 GST for non-compliance with Regulation 17(1) of SEBI LODR.
- The non-compliance pertains to the composition of the Board of Directors during the quarter ended December 2025.
- GSPL cites that as a Government Company, the power to appoint directors rests with the Energy & Petrochemicals Department, Government of Gujarat.
- The company claims it is eligible for a waiver as the vacancy arose on October 1, 2025, and regulations allow 3 months to fill such positions.
- The financial impact of the fine is negligible relative to the company's size and operations.
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has been notified by BSE regarding a fine of ₹45,000 plus GST for non-compliance with SEBI Regulation 17(1) concerning board composition during the December 2025 quarter. The company explained that the vacancy arose unexpectedly on October 15, 2025, following the resignation of an independent director. GSPL, a government-controlled entity, argues that it is entitled to a three-month window to fill such vacancies under Regulation 17(1E). The company is currently seeking a waiver of the fine, noting that director appointments are mandated by the Government of Gujarat.
- BSE imposed a basic fine of ₹45,000 and GST of ₹8,100 for non-compliance with board composition norms.
- The vacancy was triggered by the resignation of Independent Director Shri Tapan Ray on October 15, 2025.
- GSPL maintains it is within the 3-month grace period allowed under SEBI Regulation 17(1E) to fill the vacancy.
- As a PSU, director appointments are handled by the Energy & Petrochemicals Department, Government of Gujarat.
- The company is formally applying for a waiver of the penalty based on SEBI's Standard Operating Procedure circulars.
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has been assigned an ESG rating of "65 Aspiring" by NSE Sustainability Ratings & Analytics Ltd. This rating evaluates the company's performance across Environmental, Social, and Governance parameters. The assessment was conducted independently by the rating agency using publicly available information, without direct engagement from GSPL. This score provides a baseline for institutional investors who incorporate sustainability metrics into their investment frameworks.
- Assigned an ESG rating of "65" with the status of "Aspiring".
- Rating issued by NSE Sustainability Ratings & Analytics Ltd independently.
- Evaluation was based solely on publicly available data without company engagement.
- The disclosure was officially recorded on February 21, 2026.
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has appointed Shri Sandeep Kumar, IAS, as an Additional Director effective January 28, 2026. Shri Kumar is a senior administrative officer with over 20 years of experience and currently serves as Secretary (Economic Affairs) in the Finance Department of the Government of Gujarat. His background includes significant leadership roles in the energy and power sectors, which is highly relevant to GSPL's business. This appointment is a nomination by the promoter, Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Limited (GSPC).
- Shri Sandeep Kumar, IAS, appointed as Additional Director effective January 28, 2026
- Appointee has over 20 years of experience in public administration and the energy sector
- Currently holds the position of Secretary (Economic Affairs) in the Finance Department of Gujarat
- Appointment follows a nomination by the promoter entity, Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Limited
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has submitted a revised Composite Scheme of Amalgamation and Arrangement to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). The revisions address technical observations regarding the reallocation of authorized share capital from Gujarat Gas Limited (GGL) to the resulting company, GSPL Transmission Limited (GTL). The overall scheme involves merging GSPC, GSPL, and GEL into GGL, followed by a demerger of the gas transmission business. The company maintains that these changes are technical and do not affect shareholder entitlements or the material essence of the restructuring.
- Revised Clauses 60 and 63 of the scheme to comply with MCA directions regarding authorized share capital reallocation
- Scheme involves merging GSPL (which holds 54.17% of GGL) and GSPC into Gujarat Gas Limited
- Gas Transmission Business will be demerged from GGL into a new entity, GSPL Transmission Limited (GTL)
- Management confirms revisions are technical in nature with no impact on the rights of public shareholders
- Restructuring aims to simplify the GSPC Group's layered holding structure and unlock stakeholder value
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) reported a strong financial performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Standalone total income grew to ₹504 crore compared to ₹488 crore in the previous year's corresponding quarter. The standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) saw a significant increase of 30%, reaching ₹208 crore. On a consolidated basis, the company maintained a large scale with total income for the quarter at approximately ₹4,400 crore.
- Standalone Total Income increased to ₹504 crore in Q3 FY26 from ₹488 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) grew by 30% YoY to ₹208 crore.
- Standalone Profit Before Tax (PBT) for the quarter stood at ₹280 crore.
- Consolidated Total Income for the quarter reached approximately ₹4,400 crore.
- The board approved these un-audited financial results in a meeting held on January 22, 2026.
GSPL reported a mixed performance for Q3 FY26, with consolidated net profit growing 13% YoY to ₹379 crore despite a 10% decline in revenue. Standalone performance was significantly impacted by the PNGRB tariff revision, which slashed levelized tariffs from ₹34 to ₹18.10 per MMBTU, leading to a 15.7% YoY drop in standalone PAT to ₹114.3 crore. The company is progressing with its major corporate restructuring involving the merger of GSPC and GSPL into Gujarat Gas, followed by a demerger of the transmission business, which has already received shareholder approval.
- Consolidated Revenue from Operations decreased 9.8% YoY to ₹4,091.7 crore.
- Consolidated Net Profit (PAT) increased 13% YoY to ₹379 crore from ₹335.4 crore.
- Standalone Net Profit fell 15.7% YoY to ₹114.3 crore due to lower PNGRB transmission tariffs.
- Standalone Gas Transmission Expenses surged to ₹53.4 crore from ₹24.3 crore in the year-ago quarter.
- The composite scheme of amalgamation and demerger was approved by shareholders on October 17, 2025, and awaits MCA sanction.
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has filed its quarterly compliance certificate for the period ending December 31, 2025. The certificate, issued by KFin Technologies, confirms adherence to Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations. It verifies that dematerialization requests were processed and security certificates were cancelled within the required 15-day window. This is a standard administrative filing required for all listed entities to maintain regulatory transparency.
- Compliance confirmed for the quarter ended December 31, 2025
- KFin Technologies Limited confirmed processing demat requests within 15 days
- Certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due verification
- Depositories substituted in the register of members for approved requests
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has appointed Smt. Avantika Singh Aulakh, a 2003 batch IAS officer, as its new Joint Managing Director effective December 24, 2025. She brings over 20 years of administrative experience, including roles as Additional Principal Secretary to the Gujarat Chief Minister and CEO of the Gujarat Maritime Board. Her appointment follows a nomination by the parent entity, Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Limited. Given her extensive background in infrastructure and energy, her leadership is expected to provide strong administrative oversight to the company.
- Smt. Avantika Singh Aulakh appointed as Joint Managing Director effective December 24, 2025
- She is a 2003 batch IAS officer with an MPA from Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government
- Previously served in high-level roles including Additional Principal Secretary to the CM of Gujarat and MD of Gujarat Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation
- Currently holds directorial positions in other group entities including Gujarat Gas Limited and GSPC LNG Limited
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has announced the resignation of Ms. Arti Kanwar, IAS, from its Board of Directors effective December 29, 2025. This change is a result of her administrative transfer and appointment as the Chief Commissioner of State Tax, Ahmedabad, by the Government of Gujarat. As GSPL is a state-promoted entity, such rotations of IAS officers on the board are routine administrative procedures. The company and the director have confirmed there are no material reasons for the resignation other than the government transfer.
- Ms. Arti Kanwar, IAS (DIN: 03535973), resigned as Non-Executive Director effective December 29, 2025.
- The resignation follows her appointment as Chief Commissioner of State Tax, Ahmedabad, per a government notification dated December 23, 2025.
- The director confirmed in her resignation letter that there are no material reasons for her exit other than the administrative transfer.
- GSPL is a state-run entity where board compositions frequently change based on government administrative shifts.
Gujarat State Petronet Limited (GSPL) has announced the resignation of Mr. Milind Torawane, IAS, from his position as Joint Managing Director effective December 24, 2025. This departure is due to his transfer and appointment as Principal Secretary to the Government of Gujarat's Education Department. As GSPL is a state-controlled entity, such leadership changes are routine administrative procedures involving IAS officers. The resignation also extends to his roles in several group companies, including Gujarat Gas and Petronet LNG.
- Resignation of Shri Milind Torawane, IAS, as Joint Managing Director effective December 24, 2025.
- Departure triggered by government transfer to the Education Department (Primary & Secondary Education).
- Mr. Torawane also resigned from 9 other group entities including Gujarat Gas and Petronet LNG.
- The change is a standard administrative movement for a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) official.
CARE Ratings has placed the long-term rating of GSPL's bank facilities on 'Rating Watch with Developing Implications' following the proposed amalgamation of GSPL into Gujarat Gas Limited (GGL) and the subsequent demerger of the gas transmission business into GSPL Transmission Limited (GTL). The long-term bank facilities are rated CARE AA+ (RWD) and the long-term/short-term bank facilities are rated CARE AA+ (RWD) / CARE A1+. The total facilities amount to ₹300.00 crore. Shareholders of GSPL will receive shares of GGL and subsequently shares of GTL based on an approved swap ratio.
- Long-term bank facilities rated CARE AA+ (RWD) for ₹50.00 crore.
- Long-term/Short-term bank facilities rated CARE AA+ (RWD) / CARE A1+ for ₹250.00 crore.
- GSPL's high pressure (HP) gas grid tariff revised from ₹34/MMBTU to ₹18.10/MMBTU effective May 01, 2024.
- Total operating income (TOI) declined to ₹1,111 crore in FY25 from ₹2,032 crore in FY24.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total Operating Income (TOI) declined 45.3% YoY to INR 1,111 Cr in FY25 from INR 2,032 Cr in FY24, primarily due to a 46.7% reduction in the levelized tariff for the High Pressure gas grid. Natural gas transmission volumes remained stable at 11,032 MMSCM in FY25 compared to 11,159 MMSCM in FY24.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company operates a ~2,795 km statewide gas grid exclusively in Gujarat, which is the largest natural gas-consuming state in India, contributing approximately 100% of its transmission revenue.
Profitability Margins
Profitability remained healthy with a PAT margin of 72% in FY25, an improvement from 63.23% in FY24, despite the significant revenue drop. This was supported by the absence of interest costs and strong operational control.
EBITDA Margin
PBILDT margin stood at 73% in FY25, a slight decrease from 74.05% in FY24. The margin remains robust due to the low-cost nature of the transmission business once infrastructure is established.
Capital Expenditure
GSPL has planned a capital expenditure of INR 3,380 Cr through FY29 for network expansion, new spur lines, and capacity augmentation. Additionally, INR 200 Cr in equity support is estimated for the GIGL JV in FY26.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
The company maintains a CARE AAA (Stable) / CARE A1+ rating. Borrowing costs are effectively zero as the company repaid its entire outstanding term loan in FY23 and remains debt-free with unutilized fund-based limits of INR 25 Cr.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
The primary 'raw material' for operations is Natural Gas (Transmission Volumes), while Steel Pipes and related infrastructure components represent the bulk of capital expenditure costs (INR 3,380 Cr plan).
Import Sources
Natural gas is sourced from domestic fields and imported LNG terminals across the Indian coast, particularly in Gujarat.
Key Suppliers
Promoter GSPC is a key partner in the value chain, engaged in gas trading. Other suppliers include domestic E&P companies and international LNG providers through regasification terminals.
Capacity Expansion
Current network spans ~2,795 kms of natural gas transmission pipeline as of September 2025. Expansion plans include new spur lines and capacity augmentation funded by internal accruals.
Raw Material Costs
As a transmission utility, direct raw material costs are minimal; however, the company faces project implementation risks for its INR 3,380 Cr capex plan, which could be impacted by steel price volatility.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Transmission volumes stood at 11,032 MMSCM in FY25. Efficiency is maintained through an open-access operating model and connectivity to major supply sources.
Logistics & Distribution
The company owns the logistics infrastructure (2,795 km pipeline), serving as the primary distributor for the GSPC group and other third-party users.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through a restructuring scheme expected by August 2025, involving the amalgamation of GSPC's trading business with GGL and the demerger of GSPL's transmission business into GSPL Transmission Ltd (GTL) to unlock shareholder value and improve business synergies.
Products & Services
Natural gas transmission services via high-pressure pipelines and electricity generated from 52.50-MW windmills.
Brand Portfolio
GSPL, GSPC (Parent), Gujarat Gas Limited (Subsidiary), Sabarmati Gas Limited (Associate).
New Products/Services
Consolidation of gas trading with the distribution business of GGL is expected to improve margins and sourcing expertise.
Market Expansion
Expansion of the statewide gas grid in Gujarat and operationalizing JV pipelines (GIGL achieved COD for 1,417.80 km in August 2024).
Market Share & Ranking
GSPL is the leader in natural gas transmission in Gujarat and the second-largest player in India.
Strategic Alliances
Joint Ventures include GSPL India Gasnet Limited (GIGL) and GSPL India Transco Limited (GITL), with GSPL holding a 52% stake in each.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward a unified tariff regime. There is an increased government thrust on expanding the City Gas Distribution (CGD) network across India.
Competitive Landscape
GSPL maintains a dominant position in Gujarat, competing primarily with national players like GAIL on a pan-India basis.
Competitive Moat
Moat is sustained by a 2,795 km critical infrastructure network, strategic location in a high-demand state, and an open-access model that makes it a preferred carrier.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to global natural gas prices; high prices in FY23 led to a 25% decline in transmission volumes (from 12,369 to 9,253 MMSCM).
Consumer Behavior
Increasing demand for cleaner fuels is driving industrial and domestic segments to switch to natural gas, supporting long-term volume growth.
Geopolitical Risks
Global supply chain disruptions affecting LNG prices directly impact the volume of gas transmitted through GSPL's network.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are strictly governed by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), which determines transmission tariffs and approves pipeline expansions.
Environmental Compliance
GSPL operates 52.50 MW of wind power and integrates ESG into its operational strategy to minimize environmental hazards.
Legal Contingencies
GSPL has filed an appeal before the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) against the PNGRB tariff order dated April 19, 2024, which reduced tariffs from INR 34 to INR 18.10/MMBTU.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Regulatory risk regarding tariff resets (potential 45% revenue impact) and project implementation risks for JVs (GIGL/GITL) involving potential cost overruns.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High concentration in Gujarat, with 100% of the 2,795 km pipeline network located within the state.
Third Party Dependencies
Heavy dependency on PNGRB for regulatory approvals and GSPC for promoter-level synergies.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Low risk for physical pipeline assets, though the company is monitoring the shift toward sustainable energy practices.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Strong counterparty profile with major clients like GGL; debtors stood at INR 144 Cr in March 2023.