ITI - ITI
π’ Recent Corporate Announcements
ITI Limited has announced that Shri Prasad Barre has resigned from his role as the Chief Financial Officer and General Manager of Corporate Finance. The resignation, cited for personal reasons, was effective as of the close of business hours on April 30, 2026. As a result, he has ceased to be a Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) of the company. The company will need to appoint a successor to manage its financial reporting and corporate finance functions.
- Shri Prasad Barre resigned as CFO and General Manager - Corporate Finance effective April 30, 2026.
- The resignation was submitted on personal grounds according to the regulatory filing.
- The official notification was sent to BSE and NSE on May 2, 2026, following the effective date.
- The company is now in the process of transitioning financial leadership responsibilities.
ITI Limited has informed the exchanges that Shri Arun Agarwal, a Government Nominee Director, has ceased to be on the company's board effective April 24, 2026. This change follows an official communication from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) indicating that he has been relieved from his duties at the department. As ITI is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU), such rotations of government officials on the board are standard administrative procedures. The cessation is not expected to impact the company's operational strategy or financial performance.
- Shri Arun Agarwal ceased to be a Non-Executive Director effective April 24, 2026
- The cessation is due to his relief from duties at the Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
- Notification was issued in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
- The official communication from the DoT was received on April 23, 2026
ITI Limited has responded to a clarification request from the National Stock Exchange regarding a significant spurt in trading volume. The company stated that it is in full compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Management confirmed there are no undisclosed material events or pending information that could impact the stock's price or volume behavior. The company attributed the recent fluctuations entirely to market conditions and not to any internal corporate developments.
- NSE issued a surveillance query regarding volume movement on April 22, 2026
- ITI Limited submitted a formal response on April 24, 2026, denying undisclosed material news
- The company confirmed adherence to all SEBI LODR 2015 disclosure requirements
- Management stated that price and volume movements are purely market-driven
ITI Limited has responded to a surveillance inquiry from the National Stock Exchange regarding a recent spurt in trading volume. The company stated that it is in full compliance with SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, and has disclosed all price-sensitive information. According to the management, there are no pending undisclosed events that could impact the stock's price or volume behavior. The company attributed the recent volume fluctuations entirely to prevailing market conditions rather than internal corporate developments.
- NSE issued a surveillance letter (Ref: NSE/CM/Surveillance/16719) on April 9, 2026, regarding volume movement.
- ITI Limited confirmed compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
- Management stated no undisclosed material events or information are pending as of April 10, 2026.
- The company clarified that volume and price changes are purely market-driven and beyond its control.
ITI Limited has filed its quarterly and annual compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018, for the period ended March 31, 2026. The company's Registrar and Transfer Agent, Integrated Registry Management Services, confirmed that all share dematerialization requests were processed within the mandatory 15-day window. The filing ensures that physical certificates were properly cancelled and the names of depositories were updated in the register of members. This is a standard administrative procedure required for all listed companies in India.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026.
- Registrar confirmed processing of dematerialization requests within the 15-day regulatory timeframe.
- Physical share certificates were mutilated and cancelled after verification by the RTA.
- Securities comprised in the certificates are listed on the BSE and NSE stock exchanges.
ITI Limited has officially announced the closure of its trading window for all designated persons and their immediate relatives starting April 1, 2026. This move is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, ahead of the company's upcoming financial disclosures. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the declaration of the Audited Financial Results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026. This is a standard regulatory procedure for listed companies to prevent insider trading during the sensitive period before earnings releases.
- Trading window closure effective from Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
- Applies to all Designated Persons and their immediate relatives as per company code.
- Window to remain shut until 48 hours post-declaration of Q4 and FY 2025-26 audited results.
- Complies with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
ITI Limited has received approval from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) to extend the additional charge of the Director (Finance) post. Shri Ramana Babu CV, the current Director (Marketing), will continue to oversee the finance portfolio for an additional six months starting April 15, 2026. This extension follows a previous six-month term that began in October 2025. The arrangement will continue until a regular incumbent is appointed or until further orders from the Ministry of Communications.
- Extension of additional charge for Director (Finance) for a period of 6 months.
- Extension is effective from April 15, 2026.
- Shri Ramana Babu CV, Director (Marketing), to continue holding the additional responsibility.
- Approval granted by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) and Ministry of Communications.
ITI Limited has confirmed the initiation of a tendering process for a solar PV module manufacturing line at its Naini Unit in Prayagraj, with potential capacities of 100 MW, 250 MW, or 500 MW. This move is part of the company's strategy to expand its presence in the renewable energy sector. The company noted that a previous attempt to float a similar tender in March 2025 was unsuccessful due to high bid rates. Currently, the project remains in the Request for Proposal (RFP) stage, and the company maintains that there is no immediate material impact on its operations.
- Tender initiated for solar PV module manufacturing line with capacity options of 100 MW, 250 MW, or 500 MW.
- Project is located at the Naini Unit in Prayagraj to bolster renewable energy presence.
- A previous tender for the same project in March 2025 failed due to excessively high bid rates.
- The project is currently in the Request for Proposal (RFP) stage with no finalized financial commitment.
- Company clarifies that no undisclosed price-sensitive information is currently pending regarding this development.
ITI Limited has announced that Smt. S Jeyanthi will cease to hold the additional charge of Director (HR) effective February 28, 2026. In her place, the current Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), Shri Rajesh Rai, has been entrusted with the additional charge of Director (HR). This appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) for a initial period of three months starting February 28, 2026. This is a routine administrative change within the PSU framework following orders from the Ministry of Communications.
- Smt. S Jeyanthi ceases to hold the additional charge of Director (HR) effective February 28, 2026.
- CMD Shri Rajesh Rai appointed as Director (HR) with additional charge for a period of 3 months.
- The change is based on Ministry of Communications Order No. E-14-4/2021-PSA dated February 18, 2026.
- Shri Rajesh Rai will not be entitled to any additional remuneration for holding this additional charge.
ITI Limited has announced that Smt S Jeyanthi will cease to hold the additional charge of Director (HR) effective February 28, 2026, though she remains Director (Production). The Ministry of Communications has appointed the current CMD, Shri Rajesh Rai, to take over the additional charge of Director (HR) for a period of three months. This transition is a routine administrative adjustment within the PSU framework and involves no additional remuneration for the CMD. The change follows an order from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) dated February 12, 2026.
- Smt S Jeyanthi to step down from additional charge as Director (HR) on February 28, 2026.
- CMD Shri Rajesh Rai appointed to hold additional charge of Director (HR) for 3 months.
- Appointment made as per Ministry of Communications Order No. E-14-4/2021-PSA.
- No additional remuneration will be provided to the CMD for this additional responsibility.
- Smt S Jeyanthi continues her primary role as Director (Production) of the company.
ITI Limited has announced that its current Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), Shri Rajesh Rai, has been entrusted with the additional charge of Director (HR). This appointment, approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, is effective from February 28, 2026, for a period of three months or until further orders. The move ensures continuity in leadership for the HR department while the government identifies a permanent appointee. Importantly, the CMD will not receive any additional remuneration for holding this extra portfolio.
- CMD Shri Rajesh Rai assigned additional charge as Director (HR) effective February 28, 2026
- The temporary appointment is for a duration of 3 months or until further government orders
- Approval received from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) and Ministry of Communications
- No additional remuneration will be paid to the CMD for this additional responsibility
ITI Limited reported a sharp 50.2% year-on-year decline in revenue from operations, falling to βΉ514.65 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Despite the revenue slump, the company managed to narrow its net loss to βΉ25.33 crore from a loss of βΉ48.88 crore in the previous year's quarter. The company continues to operate under a government-backed revival plan and maintains a substantial order book of approximately βΉ18,546 crore. However, the statutory auditors have issued a disclaimer of conclusion, indicating significant concerns regarding the financial statements.
- Revenue from operations crashed 50.2% YoY to βΉ514.65 crore from βΉ1,034.54 crore.
- Net loss for Q3 FY26 narrowed to βΉ25.33 crore compared to a loss of βΉ48.88 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Total order book stands at a robust βΉ18,546 crore, including the βΉ8,280 crore ASCON Phase IV project.
- The ASCON Phase IV project timeline has been revised and extended to December 2026.
- Statutory auditors issued a 'Disclaimer of Conclusion' on the financial results, and the board remains non-compliant with SEBI's independent director requirements.
ITI Limited has appointed Dr. Prasad Barre as the new Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel, effective February 13, 2026. He replaces Shri Rajeev Srivastava in this critical leadership role. Dr. Barre brings over 30 years of professional experience from prominent organizations such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and National Housing Bank (NHB). His expertise in stressed asset management and corporate credit is expected to strengthen the company's financial oversight.
- Dr. Prasad Barre appointed as CFO and Key Managerial Personnel effective February 13, 2026
- The new CFO replaces Shri Rajeev Srivastava following a Board Meeting decision
- Dr. Barre possesses over 30 years of experience across PSUs and financial institutions
- Expertise includes Corporate Credit, Stressed Asset Management, and Project Appraisal
- Educational background includes an MBA, Doctorate in Management, and certifications in IFRS and SAP
Infomerics Valuation and Ratings Ltd. has assigned credit ratings to ITI Limited's bank facilities totaling Rs 4,221.39 Crore. The long-term facilities of Rs 1,450.00 Crore received an 'IVR BBB-/Stable' rating, while short-term facilities of Rs 2,771.39 Crore were assigned 'IVR A3'. The rating process utilized a consolidated financial approach, including the profile of India Satcom Limited. These ratings indicate a moderate degree of safety regarding the company's financial obligations.
- Long-term rating of IVR BBB-/Stable assigned to facilities worth Rs 1,450.00 Crore
- Short-term rating of IVR A3 assigned to facilities worth Rs 2,771.39 Crore
- Total bank facilities rated amount to Rs 4,221.39 Crore across major lenders like SBI and Bank of Baroda
- Rating assessment includes the consolidated financials of ITI and India Satcom Limited (49.06% stake)
- The ratings are valid for one year until February 1, 2027
ITI Limited has received an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of Rs 16 crore from the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Department for the sale of a 21-acre land parcel in K.R. Puram, Bengaluru. This deposit represents 2% of the indicative land value, which is currently estimated at Rs 800 crore. The final valuation will be determined by the National Land Management Corporation (NLMC) before the transaction is finalized. The proceeds from this asset monetization are expected to be realized during the 2025-26 financial year, providing a significant liquidity boost to the company.
- Received Rs 16 crore as Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) from the CGST Department on January 28, 2026.
- The transaction involves a 21-acre land parcel located at K.R. Puram, Bengaluru.
- The indicative value of the land is estimated at Rs 800 crore, subject to final NLMC valuation.
- The EMD amount will be adjusted against the final transaction value upon completion.
- The procurement process is being conducted under DPE/NLMC norms for the FY 2025-26.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total sales turnover grew by 165.54% YoY, reaching INR 4,323 Cr in FY25 compared to INR 1,628 Cr in FY24. The BSNL 4G project was a primary driver, contributing approximately 50% of the total revenue in FY25.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not explicitly disclosed by percentage, but the company maintains a pan-India presence through 5 manufacturing units (Bengaluru, Naini, Rae Bareli, Mankapur, Palakkad) and 11 MSP centers serving national projects like BharatNet and ASCON.
Profitability Margins
Operating Profit Margin improved from -25.00% in FY24 to -0.78% in FY25. Net Profit Margin improved from -45.03% in FY24 to -6.45% in FY25, driven by higher revenue contribution and better control over fixed overheads.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin remained negative but showed significant recovery from -25% to -0.78% YoY. The company reported a net loss of INR 233.15 Cr for FY25 and a net loss of INR 117.54 Cr for the half-year ended September 30, 2025.
Capital Expenditure
Under the 2014 revival plan, GoI sanctioned a total capital grant of INR 2,264 Cr. As of April 2025, INR 1,191.56 Cr has been received. A further capex support of INR 105 Cr is sanctioned for FY26, with INR 200 Cr projected for FY27.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Long-term rating upgraded to [ICRA]BB (Stable) from [ICRA]BB- (Stable) in August 2025. Short-term rating reaffirmed at [ICRA]A4. AcuitΓ© assigned BB (Stable) and A4+. Interest coverage ratio stood at 1.08 in FY25, down from 2.17 in FY24 due to increased interest costs.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Electronic components, mechanical parts, and telecom hardware modules (specific % per material not disclosed, but manufacturing and trading of telecom equipment are the core cost drivers).
Capacity Expansion
Current operations span 5 manufacturing locations and 1 R&D center. Expansion is focused on technology upgrades for 4G/5G equipment and smart meters rather than physical footprint expansion.
Raw Material Costs
Not disclosed as a specific % of revenue, but the company is shifting toward subcontracting and outsourcing with technology partners to drive cost savings.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Inventory turnover ratio improved significantly to 16.26 in FY25 from 6.50 in FY24, indicating more efficient stock management and higher sales velocity.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
20-25%
Growth Strategy
Execution of a robust INR 19,000 Cr order book as of June 2025, including BharatNet Phase III and ASCON Phase IV. Strategy involves converting INR 2,034.80 Cr of unbilled revenue into billed revenue within 12 months and diversifying into smart energy meters and 4G/5G technology.
Products & Services
4G/5G telecom equipment, smart energy meters, encryption products for Defence, BharatNet networking equipment, and ICT turnkey solutions.
Brand Portfolio
ITI Limited (Public Sector Undertaking).
New Products/Services
Smart energy meters and 4G network equipment for BSNL; expected to significantly contribute to the INR 19,000 Cr order book execution.
Market Expansion
Targeting strategically important ICT projects under 'Make in India' and 'Digital India' initiatives, specifically focusing on Defence and Rural Development (BharatNet).
Market Share & Ranking
Not disclosed in available documents, but holds 'preferred supplier status' and a priority quota for major Government telecom tenders.
Strategic Alliances
Maintains a Joint Venture (ISL) where ITI holds 49.06% equity; partners with technology providers for subcontracting and outsourcing to reduce social overheads.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting from pure manufacturing to integrated technology solutions (ICT). ITI is positioning itself as a 'Telecom Technology Company' by upgrading infrastructure for 4G/5G and smart city projects.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with domestic and international telecom equipment vendors for Government tenders, but benefits from a priority quota and long-standing PSU relationships.
Competitive Moat
Moat is derived from ~90% Government ownership and strategic importance to national security (Defence projects). This ensures continued financial support and access to large-scale PSU contracts, though it is challenged by weak internal controls.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to Government fiscal policy and telecommunication sector regulations. Revival depends on continued GoI financial support and grants.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward digital connectivity and smart infrastructure in India is driving demand for ITI's BharatNet and smart meter offerings.
Geopolitical Risks
Exposure to global supply chain disruptions for electronic components; however, 'Make in India' status provides a buffer against import restrictions.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Subject to DoT regulations and SEBI listing requirements. Currently facing challenges with non-compliance regarding statutory and listing obligations as noted by auditors.
Environmental Compliance
No pending show cause or legal notices from CPCB/SPCB as of the end of FY25, indicating compliance with environmental regulations.
Legal Contingencies
Statutory audit for FY25 resulted in a 'Disclaimer of Opinion' due to inadequate internal controls and premature revenue recognition. The company has unresolved legal disputes and doubts regarding its status as a 'going concern' due to sustained losses.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Execution delays in large-scale turnkey projects could further stretch the working capital cycle (currently 740 days GCA) and impact liquidity.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Operations are entirely India-centric, with 95% of revenue tied to Indian Government entities.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on technology partners for subcontracting and outsourcing to manage manufacturing costs and technical requirements.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Rapid shifts in telecom technology (4G to 5G and beyond) require constant R&D investment to prevent manufacturing infrastructure from becoming obsolete.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
High receivable risk with debtor days at 414, primarily due to delayed payments from PSUs like BSNL and MTNL.