IREDA - Indian Renewable
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
IREDA has scheduled a board meeting on March 19, 2026, to discuss significant fundraising and borrowing strategies. The board will consider enhancing the borrowing plan for the current financial year 2025-26 and setting the market borrowing programme for FY 2026-27. These funds are expected to be raised through bonds, term loans, and commercial papers from both domestic and international markets. As per SEBI regulations, the trading window for the company's securities is closed with immediate effect until 48 hours after the meeting.
- Board meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026, to approve capital raising initiatives.
- Proposal to enhance the existing borrowing plan for the current financial year 2025-26.
- Discussion on the Market Borrowing Programme for FY 2026-27 involving domestic and international markets.
- Fundraising instruments to include bonds, term loans, and Commercial Papers (CP).
- Trading window for insiders closed immediately until 48 hours post-board meeting.
IREDA has implemented a significant organizational restructuring effective March 02, 2026. Shri Tusar Kant Parida, an Executive Director with over 24 years of experience, has been designated as a Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) replacing Shri Amit Goel. While Mr. Goel transitions to lead the Business Development & Corporate Strategy Group, six other General Managers have ceased to be Senior Management Personnel (SMP) as part of the structural change. This realignment aims to streamline leadership roles within the state-owned renewable energy financier.
- Shri Tusar Kant Parida designated as Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) effective March 02, 2026
- Shri Amit Goel transitions from KMP to Head of Business Development & Corporate Strategy Group
- Six General Managers ceased to be Senior Management Personnel (SMP) due to organizational restructuring
- New KMP Tusar Kant Parida brings over 24 years of professional experience and is a Chartered Accountant
IREDA has issued a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for raising capital up to ₹2,994 crore through the issuance of equity shares. The fundraising is proposed via the Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) route in one or more tranches. This capital infusion is designed to strengthen the company's capital base and support its growing lending operations in the renewable energy sector. The remote e-voting period for shareholders is scheduled to run from February 13, 2026, to March 14, 2026.
- Proposed fundraise of up to ₹2,994 crore through equity share issuance.
- Capital to be raised via Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) in one or more tranches.
- Remote e-voting period for the special resolution starts Feb 13 and ends March 14, 2026.
- The cut-off date for determining shareholder voting eligibility was February 06, 2026.
- Proceeds are intended to bolster the company's Tier-1 capital and lending capacity.
The Board of IREDA has approved a significant capital infusion of up to ₹2,994 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP). This fundraise is intended to bolster the company's capital adequacy and support its expanding loan book in the renewable energy sector. A key condition of the issue is that the Government of India's shareholding will not be diluted by more than 3.76% post-issue. The proposal is now subject to shareholder approval via a postal ballot process.
- Approved raising of funds up to ₹2,994 crore through issuance of equity shares via QIP.
- Government of India's stake dilution capped at 3.76% of the post-issue paid-up equity capital.
- Board approved a Postal Ballot to seek necessary shareholder approvals for the fundraise.
- The cut-off date for determining e-voting rights for the Postal Ballot is February 06, 2026.
- The capital will likely be used to fuel the company's growth in green energy financing.
The Board of Directors of IREDA has approved a significant capital raising plan of up to ₹2,994 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP). This capital infusion is intended to strengthen the company's balance sheet and support its expanding lending operations in the renewable energy sector. A specific condition of the issue is that the Government of India's shareholding will not be diluted by more than 3.76% on a post-issue basis. The proposal is now subject to shareholder approval via a postal ballot process.
- Approved fundraise of up to ₹2,994 crore through issuance of equity shares via QIP.
- Government of India's stake dilution capped at a maximum of 3.76% post-issue.
- Shareholder approval to be sought through a Postal Ballot with a cut-off date of February 06, 2026.
- The capital raise is aimed at bolstering Tier-1 capital to fuel future loan book growth in green energy projects.
IREDA has scheduled a board meeting for February 6, 2026, to consider raising up to ₹2,994 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP). The capital infusion is aimed at strengthening the company's equity base to support its expanding renewable energy lending portfolio. The proposal will require shareholder approval via a postal ballot and necessary regulatory clearances. Consequently, the trading window for IREDA securities has been closed with immediate effect until 48 hours after the board meeting.
- Board meeting on February 6, 2026, to approve fundraising of up to ₹2,994 crore
- Fundraising proposed via Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) in one or more tranches
- Company to seek shareholder approval through a postal ballot process
- Trading window closed from February 3, 2026, until 48 hours after the board meeting
- Capital intended to fuel growth in the renewable energy financing sector
IREDA's wholly-owned subsidiary, IGGEFIL, has officially sanctioned its first international green energy loan amounting to USD 22.5 million. The financing is directed toward Swarna Solar Limited for the development of a 100 MW solar power plant in Zambia. This marks a strategic milestone for IREDA as it expands its financing footprint beyond India via its GIFT City unit. The move demonstrates the company's ability to leverage international capital for global renewable energy projects.
- First international loan sanction of USD 22.5 million by subsidiary IGGEFIL
- Funding supports a 100 MW Photovoltaic Solar Power Plant in Zambia
- Loan sanctioned to Swarna Solar Limited (SSL) for project in Serenje District
- Strategic use of GIFT City presence to access and deploy international capital
- Signals IREDA's transition into a global catalyst for clean energy financing
IREDA has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations for the period ended December 31, 2025. The report confirms that the company and its registrars have adhered to the timelines for processing dematerialization and rematerialization requests for equity shares and bonds. For equity shares, no requests were received during the quarter, while for bonds handled by KFin Technologies, 3 out of 4 demat requests were successfully processed.
- Zero dematerialization or rematerialization requests received for equity shares during the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- KFin Technologies received 4 demat requests for bonds/debentures, processing 3 and rejecting 1 within prescribed timelines.
- RCMC Share Registry reported no demat or remat requests for bonds during the October-December 2025 period.
- Registrars confirmed that all processed security certificates were mutilated and cancelled as per regulatory requirements.
IREDA has filed its quarterly reconciliation of share capital audit report for the period ending December 31, 2025. This submission is a mandatory compliance requirement under Regulation 76 of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The report confirms that the total issued capital matches the shares held in dematerialized form with NSDL and CDSL, as well as physical shares. This is a standard procedural update and does not reflect any change in the company's financial health or operations.
- Compliance with Regulation 76 of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018
- Covers the audit for the quarter ended December 31, 2025
- Filed with both National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE Limited on January 12, 2026
- Ensures reconciliation of total issued capital with depository records
IREDA reported a strong financial performance for Q3 FY26, with Profit After Tax (PAT) rising 38% YoY to ₹585 crore. The loan book expanded by 28% YoY to reach ₹87,975 crore, supported by a 44% surge in disbursements during the first nine months of the fiscal year. Net Interest Margins (NIM) improved significantly to 3.74% from 3.33% YoY, driven by a reduction in the cost of borrowings. While Gross NPA increased YoY to 3.75%, it showed a healthy sequential recovery from 3.97% in the previous quarter.
- Profit After Tax (PAT) grew 38% YoY to ₹585 crore for Q3 FY26, while Revenue from Operations rose 25% to ₹2,130 crore.
- Outstanding loan book reached ₹87,975 crore, with 9M FY26 disbursements growing 44% YoY to ₹24,903 crore.
- Net Interest Margin (NIM) expanded to 3.74% from 3.33% YoY, aided by the cost of borrowings falling to 7.07%.
- Asset quality improved sequentially with Net NPA declining to 1.68% from 1.97% in Q2 FY26.
- Net worth increased by 38% YoY to ₹13,537 crore, bolstered by successful QIP and Tier-II bond issuances.
IREDA delivered a robust performance for Q3 FY26, with Profit After Tax (PAT) rising 38% YoY to ₹585 crore. The company's loan book expanded significantly by 28% YoY to reach ₹87,975 crore, supported by a 44% surge in 9-month disbursements. While Gross NPAs increased year-on-year to 3.75%, they showed a healthy sequential recovery from 3.97% in the previous quarter. Profitability was further bolstered by an improved Net Interest Margin (NIM) of 3.74% and a reduction in borrowing costs to 7.07%.
- Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q3 FY26 increased by 38% YoY to ₹585 crore.
- Outstanding loan book grew 28% YoY to ₹87,975 crore, with 9M disbursements rising 44% to ₹24,903 crore.
- Net Interest Margin (NIM) improved to 3.74% from 3.33% YoY, driven by lower borrowing costs of 7.07%.
- Asset quality showed sequential improvement with Net NPA declining to 1.68% from 1.97% in Q2 FY26.
- Net worth surged 38% YoY to ₹13,537 crore, reflecting strong capital position and recent QIP success.
IREDA reported a robust performance for Q3 FY26, with Profit After Tax (PAT) increasing 38% YoY to ₹585 crore. The company's loan book expanded by 28% YoY to reach ₹87,975 crore, supported by a 44% surge in 9-month disbursements. Asset quality showed sequential improvement, with Net NPA declining to 1.68% from 1.97% in the previous quarter. Net Interest Margins (NIM) also improved significantly to 3.74% from 3.33% YoY, reflecting efficient cost of borrowing management.
- Net Profit (PAT) grew by 38% YoY to ₹585 crore in Q3 FY26 compared to ₹425 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Outstanding loan book reached ₹87,975 crore, marking a 28% YoY growth from ₹68,960 crore.
- Net Interest Margin (NIM) improved to 3.74% from 3.33% YoY, while cost of borrowings fell to 7.07%.
- Asset quality improved sequentially with Net NPA at 1.68% vs 1.97% in Q2 FY26, though higher than 1.50% YoY.
- Successfully raised ₹2,005.90 crore through a QIP and ₹1,247 crore via perpetual bonds during the year.
IREDA reported a strong performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with revenue from operations rising to ₹2,129.87 Crores from ₹1,654.45 Crores in the year-ago period. The company's net profit for the quarter stood at ₹584.91 Crores. For the nine-month period, total revenue reached ₹6,040.86 Crores, marking significant growth over the ₹4,714.25 Crores recorded in the previous year. Investors should note the restatement of historical CRAR figures due to updated RBI risk weight guidelines.
- Quarterly Revenue from Operations increased 28.7% YoY to ₹2,129.87 Crores
- Net Profit for Q3 FY26 reported at ₹584.91 Crores
- Nine-month revenue (Apr-Dec 2025) grew to ₹6,040.86 Crores vs ₹4,714.25 Crores YoY
- CRAR for Dec 2024 restated from 19.63% to 15.52% following RBI risk weight adjustments
- ₹400.24 Crores in assets classified as Stage II/Standard per High Court interim orders
IREDA reported a robust performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with net profit rising 27.8% YoY to ₹584.91 crore. Total revenue from operations grew to ₹2,129.87 crore, driven by strong interest income from renewable energy financing. While the financial growth is healthy, the auditor highlighted ₹400.24 crore in assets classified as Standard/Stage II due to court orders, which would otherwise be NPAs. Additionally, historical CRAR figures were restated lower following RBI's revised risk-weighting guidelines for commissioned projects.
- Net Profit for Q3 FY26 reached ₹584.91 crore, up from ₹457.65 crore in the same quarter last year.
- Total Revenue from Operations increased by 28.7% YoY to ₹2,129.87 crore from ₹1,654.45 crore.
- Interest Income, the primary revenue driver, stood at ₹2,101.97 crore for the quarter.
- ₹400.24 crore in loan assets are currently classified as Stage II (Standard) instead of NPA due to interim court orders.
- CRAR for December 2024 was restated from 19.63% to 15.52% due to a shift from 50% to 100% risk weight on certain assets.
IREDA reported a robust set of numbers for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with standalone net profit rising to ₹584.91 crore from ₹457.65 crore in the previous year. Total revenue from operations saw a significant jump of 27.4% YoY, reaching ₹2,129.87 crore. For the nine-month period, the company's profit reached ₹1,625.59 crore, showcasing strong momentum in renewable energy financing. However, the auditor highlighted that ₹400.24 crore in assets are classified as Stage II instead of NPA due to court orders, and capital adequacy ratios have been restated following RBI risk-weighting changes.
- Standalone Net Profit for Q3 FY26 increased by 27.8% YoY to ₹584.91 crore.
- Total Revenue from Operations grew to ₹2,129.87 crore in Q3 FY26 compared to ₹1,671.21 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Nine-month (9M FY26) Net Profit surged to ₹1,625.59 crore from ₹1,143.91 crore in the corresponding period last year.
- CRAR for Dec 2024 was restated from 19.63% to 15.52% due to RBI's mandate of 100% risk weight on commissioned RE projects.
- ₹400.24 crore of loan assets are maintained as Stage II/Standard under interim High Court orders, despite meeting NPA criteria.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total income grew 35.8% YoY to INR 6,754.78 Cr in FY25 from INR 4,965.29 Cr in FY24. Interest income, the primary driver, increased 36.3% to INR 6,575.39 Cr. Fees and commission income grew 59.5% to INR 95.71 Cr, while other operating income stood at INR 58.18 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
The loan book is diversified across India with significant exposure in Telangana (INR 8,207 Cr or 9.7% of H1 FY26 AUM), followed by Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Odisha (INR 1,796 Cr), Sikkim (INR 1,834 Cr), and Uttar Pradesh (INR 1,409 Cr).
Profitability Margins
Net Interest Margin (NIM) remained stable between 3.0% and 3.3% over the last four years. Profit After Tax (PAT) margin for FY25 was 25.1% (INR 1,698.60 Cr PAT on INR 6,754.78 Cr income). Return on Assets (RoA) improved to 2.3% in 9M FY25 from 2.2% in FY24, while Return on Equity (RoE) held steady at 17.3%.
EBITDA Margin
Core operating profitability (Profit Before Tax) grew 24.8% YoY to INR 2,103.80 Cr in FY25. However, Q1 FY26 PAT moderated to INR 246.67 Cr due to high impairment costs of INR 362.61 Cr, representing a significant quarterly deviation.
Capital Expenditure
As a financial institution, capital is deployed via equity infusions: INR 1,500 Cr was infused by GoI in March 2022, and INR 2,005.90 Cr was raised through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) in June 2025 to support loan book expansion.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Maintains a credit rating of [ICRA]AAA (Stable). The average cost of funds was 7.61% in FY25. Borrowings are well-diversified: Bonds (37%), Bank/FI loans (44%), and Foreign Currency loans (19%).
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Capital is the primary 'raw material' for lending operations, with the cost of funds at 7.61% in FY25. Finance costs reached INR 4,141.03 Cr in FY25, up 30.9% YoY.
Import Sources
Foreign currency funding is sourced from international multilateral agencies located in Japan (JICA), Germany (KfW), and other global regions via the World Bank, ADB, EIB, and NIB.
Key Suppliers
Key capital providers include Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Kreditanstalt fur Weideraufbau (KfW), Asian Development Bank (ADB), World Bank, and European Investment Bank (EIB).
Capacity Expansion
Gross Loan Portfolio (GLP) grew 27.8% YoY to INR 76,282 Cr in FY25 and further expanded to INR 84,477 Cr by H1 FY26, representing a 41.5% increase over 18 months.
Raw Material Costs
Finance costs as a percentage of total income stood at 61.3% in FY25. Procurement strategy focuses on long-term multilateral debt (up to 40-year tenures) to match the long-term nature of renewable energy assets.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Capital-to-Risk Weighted Assets Ratio (CRAR) stood at 19.52% as of June 30, 2025, well above regulatory requirements, following the INR 2,005.90 Cr QIP.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
31%
Growth Strategy
Achieving growth through expansion into emerging segments like Green Hydrogen, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and Pumped Storage Hydro. The company is leveraging its 'Navratna' status (granted April 2024) to take higher exposures and utilizing the INR 2,005.90 Cr QIP proceeds to support a 31% YoY growth in the loan book.
Products & Services
Financial assistance, term loans, and project financing for Solar (26% of book), Wind (16%), Small Hydro (12%), Ethanol (10% of FY25 disbursements), and Energy Efficiency projects.
Brand Portfolio
IREDA (Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited).
New Products/Services
New focus on Green Hydrogen, Electrolyzers, and RE equipment manufacturing (Solar Modules/Cells/Wafers) to capture the evolving energy transition market.
Market Expansion
Targeting the pan-India renewable energy installation target of 500 GW by 2030, with a focus on state utility loan facilities which comprised 31% of FY25 disbursements.
Market Share & Ranking
Leading specialized RE financier in India; GLP growth of 31% in H1 FY26 significantly outpaced peers REC (13%) and PFC (13%).
Strategic Alliances
Nodal agency for Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for routing government subsidies and grants.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward integrated RE solutions (BESS/Pumped Hydro). IREDA is positioned as the nodal agency for India's 2030 RE targets, benefiting from a 31% growth trend in the sector.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with larger power sector financiers like PFC and REC, but maintains faster growth (31% vs 13% for peers) due to specialized RE focus.
Competitive Moat
Durable advantage through Sovereign Ownership (71.76% GoI stake) and Navratna status, providing lower borrowing costs and higher credit limits. This moat is sustainable as long as GoI maintains a majority stake and strategic focus on RE.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to interest rate cycles; a 1% increase in borrowing costs could impact finance costs by approximately INR 400-500 Cr based on the current debt profile.
Consumer Behavior
Shift in state discom behavior toward increasing RE procurement to meet Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPO).
Geopolitical Risks
Indirect exposure to global supply chain disruptions for RE components (solar cells/modules) which could delay project execution and loan disbursements.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Regulated as an NBFC-Infrastructure Finance Company (IFC) by the RBI; must comply with Stage 3 asset provisioning (currently 58.8% PCR as of FY25).
Environmental Compliance
Indirectly exposed to environmental risks through its portfolio; mitigated by adequate diversification across solar, wind, and hydro segments.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate includes current tax of INR 471.31 Cr and deferred tax credit of INR 66.11 Cr for FY25.
Legal Contingencies
Ongoing litigations with Gensol Engineering and Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation Limited (APCPDCL) are critical, as they contributed to the GNPA spike to 4.13% and NNPA to 2.06% in Q1 FY26.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Asset quality vulnerability due to wholesale loan concentration; lumpy slippages could impact profitability by 20-30% in a single quarter.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Significant exposure to Andhra Pradesh discoms (INR 874 Cr in assets) where judicial dispensation was previously required for non-classification as Stage 3.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on GoI for strategic role and credit rating support; any dilution in GoI stake below 51% would be a key rating sensitivity.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk of technology shifts in RE (e.g., new battery chemistries) affecting the viability of long-term (20-40 year) project loans.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Stage 2 assets stood at 2.6% as of December 2024; Stage 3 assets increased to 2.7% in Dec 2024 and further to 3.97% by H1 FY26.