JYOTICNC - Jyoti CNC Auto.
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has appointed Mrs. Prafulla P. Shenoy as an Independent Director for a five-year term effective from January 19, 2026, to January 18, 2031. Mrs. Shenoy brings over 36 years of extensive experience in development banking, having served in senior roles at IDBI and SIDBI. Her expertise includes treasury operations, resource management, and corporate accounts, which is expected to strengthen the company's financial oversight. The appointment follows the scrutinizer's report dated April 13, 2026, ensuring compliance with SEBI regulations.
- Appointment of Mrs. Prafulla P. Shenoy as Independent Director for a 5-year tenure starting January 19, 2026.
- Appointee possesses over 36 years of experience in the banking sector with IDBI and SIDBI.
- Previously held the position of General Manager of Treasury and Institutional Finance.
- Expertise spans Resource Raising, Integrated Treasury Operations, and Corporate Accounts.
- The appointment is in compliance with SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has appointed Mrs. Prafulla P. Shenoy as an Independent Director for a five-year term effective from January 19, 2026. Mrs. Shenoy brings over 36 years of extensive experience in development banking from her tenure at IDBI and SIDBI. Her expertise spans treasury operations, resource management, and institutional finance, which is expected to strengthen the company's financial oversight and corporate governance. The appointment was finalized following a scrutinizer's report dated April 13, 2026.
- Appointment of Mrs. Prafulla P. Shenoy as Independent Director for a 5-year term until January 18, 2031.
- The appointee has over 36 years of professional experience in banking sectors including IDBI and SIDBI.
- Expertise includes Treasury Management, Resource Raising, Corporate Accounts, and Institutional Finance.
- The appointment is effective retrospectively from January 19, 2026, following the scrutinizer's report.
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has successfully passed a special resolution to appoint Mrs. Prafulla P. Shenoy as an Independent Director via postal ballot. The resolution received 93.39% of the total votes in favor, with a high overall turnout of 84.65% of outstanding shares. While the promoter group and retail investors were nearly unanimous in their support, institutional investors showed a notable dissent of 26.97%. This appointment is part of the company's ongoing efforts to maintain its board governance and independent oversight.
- Special resolution passed with 17.97 crore votes (93.39%) in favor.
- Total voter turnout was 84.65%, representing 19.25 crore total votes polled.
- Institutional investors cast 1.27 crore votes (26.97%) against the appointment.
- Promoter and Promoter Group voted 100% in favor with 14.22 crore shares.
- Public non-institutional (retail) support remained high at 99.88% in favor.
Jyoti CNC Automation's French subsidiary, Huron Graffenstaden SAS, is under investigation by French authorities for alleged export control violations related to dual-use machinery. As part of interim measures, authorities have seized bank accounts totaling approximately EUR 4.0 million and two residential properties, while restricting the subsidiary's Director General from his duties. A formal judicial investigation has been initiated, which the company intends to contest strongly. While the parent company notes that standalone operations contribute over 85% of group revenue and remain unaffected, the legal proceedings introduce regulatory risk.
- Formal judicial investigation initiated by French authorities against material subsidiary Huron Graffenstaden SAS.
- Interim seizure of bank accounts totaling ~EUR 4.0 million and two residential properties owned by Jyoti SAS.
- Director General of the subsidiary temporarily restricted from discharging any official duties.
- Allegations involve suspected violations of European Union laws regarding export controls of dual-use technology.
- Parent company Jyoti CNC maintains that standalone operations (85% of revenue) are currently unaffected.
Jyoti CNC's French subsidiary, Huron Graffenstaden SAS, is under investigation by French authorities for alleged export control violations regarding dual-use machinery. As interim measures, authorities have seized bank accounts worth approximately EUR 4.0 million and two residential properties, while also restricting the subsidiary's Director General from duties. The company maintains that standalone operations, which account for over 85% of group revenue, remain unaffected. However, the judicial investigation and asset seizures introduce significant legal risk and potential regulatory hurdles in the European market.
- French authorities seized ~EUR 4.0 million in bank accounts belonging to subsidiary Huron Graffenstaden SAS.
- Investigation involves alleged violations of EU export laws regarding dual-use technology machinery.
- The Director General of the French subsidiary has been temporarily restricted from discharging any duties.
- Jyoti CNC standalone operations contribute over 85% of group revenue and are reportedly not impacted.
- Two residential properties owned by Jyoti SAS have also been seized as part of the interim judicial measures.
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, the company and its Registrar, MUFG Intime India Private Limited, confirmed that no requests for dematerialization or rematerialization of equity shares were received. This filing is a standard regulatory requirement to ensure the accuracy of the company's share register. The document confirms that all existing equity shares remain listed on both the BSE and NSE.
- Zero requests received for dematerialization or rematerialization during the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
- Compliance certificate issued by MUFG Intime India Private Limited (formerly Link Intime India).
- The filing covers the company's only security class, which is Equity Shares.
- Confirmation that the company has adhered to SEBI's prescribed timelines for depository participant verification.
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for designated persons starting April 1, 2026. This action is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, ahead of the finalization of financial results for the quarter and financial year ending March 31, 2026. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the financial results are officially declared and submitted to the stock exchanges. This is a standard regulatory procedure to prevent insider trading during the earnings preparation period.
- Trading window closure for designated persons begins on April 1, 2026.
- Closure is related to the finalization of financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026.
- The window will reopen 48 hours after the board approves and declares the financial results.
- The filing is a mandatory compliance under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) issued a surveillance query to Jyoti CNC Automation Limited on March 17, 2026, regarding a significant increase in trading volume. The company responded on March 18, 2026, stating that all price-sensitive information has already been disclosed to the exchanges as per regulations. Management clarified that the volume spurt is purely market-driven and not due to any undisclosed material events. This exchange of information is a standard regulatory procedure intended to ensure transparency and protect investor interests.
- NSE issued surveillance letter Ref: NSE/CM/Surveillance/16584 on March 17, 2026
- Company submitted official response on March 18, 2026, denying undisclosed news
- Management attributes the increase in trading volume to market-driven factors
- Company confirms compliance with all disclosure requirements under SEBI regulations
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has announced a virtual group meeting with analysts and institutional investors scheduled for March 19, 2026. The session is organized by Kotak Securities and is set to commence at 11:00 AM. The company has explicitly stated that the discussions will be based on publicly available information and no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared. This is a routine engagement aimed at maintaining transparency with the investment community.
- Virtual group meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM
- Interaction organized by Kotak Securities for institutional investors and analysts
- Company confirms no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be disclosed
- Disclosure made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has issued a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of Mrs. Prafulla P. Shenoy as an Independent Director. The proposed appointment is for a five-year term effective from January 19, 2026, to January 18, 2031. Shareholders can cast their votes electronically through the NSDL platform between March 13, 2026, and April 11, 2026. This is a standard corporate governance procedure to formalize the board's composition.
- Proposed appointment of Mrs. Prafulla P. Shenoy as an Independent Director for a 5-year tenure.
- Remote e-voting period starts at 9:00 AM on March 13, 2026, and ends at 5:00 PM on April 11, 2026.
- The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility to vote is March 11, 2026.
- The resolution is being passed as a Special Resolution via the Postal Ballot process.
- Results of the voting will be declared on or before April 13, 2026.
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has announced its participation in an investor conference organized by Investec Group on March 9, 2026. The event will consist of 1-on-1 meetings with institutional investors in Mumbai from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The company has explicitly stated that discussions will be limited to publicly available information and no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared. Such meetings are standard practice for listed companies to engage with the institutional investment community.
- Meeting scheduled for March 9, 2026, in Mumbai
- Organized by Investec Group featuring 1-on-1 institutional interactions
- Interaction window set between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM
- Company confirms no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be discussed
Jyoti CNC reported a strong Q3 FY26 with consolidated revenue growing 28.1% YoY to ₹576 crores and EBITDA margins expanding to 26.8%. The company maintains a robust order book of ₹4,585 crores, heavily weighted towards the high-margin Aerospace and Defense sector at 41%. Management is executing a massive capacity expansion from 6,000 to 16,000 machines, expected to be completed by September 2026. While PAT grew by 10.3%, it was slightly tempered by increased finance costs related to these ongoing expansion projects.
- Consolidated revenue for Q3 FY26 rose 28.1% YoY to ₹576 crores, with 9M FY26 revenue reaching ₹1,494 crores.
- EBITDA margins improved by 180 basis points to 26.8% in Q3 FY26, driven by a favorable product mix.
- Total order book stands at ₹4,585 crores, with Aerospace and Defense contributing 41% of the total backlog.
- Manufacturing capacity is on track to expand from 6,000 to 16,000 machines by September 2026.
- Huron facility in France doubled its capacity in November 2025 to better serve global aerospace demand.
Jyoti CNC Automation Limited has officially submitted the audio recording of its earnings conference call held on February 11, 2026. This filing follows the company's disclosure of financial results for the quarter ending December 2025. The recording is now accessible to the public via the company's investor relations website. This is a standard regulatory procedure under SEBI (LODR) Regulations to ensure transparency for all stakeholders regarding management commentary.
- Earnings conference call successfully conducted on February 11, 2026.
- Recording link provided in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations.
- Follows the prior notification issued by the company on February 06, 2026.
- Management commentary on Q3 FY26 performance is now available for public review.
Jyoti CNC Automation reported strong financial performance for Q3 FY26, with revenue rising 28.1% YoY to ₹576 crore. Profitability saw a significant boost as EBITDA margins expanded to 26.8%, resulting in an EBITDA of ₹155 crore, up 37.3% YoY. The company maintains a massive order book of ₹4,585 crore, providing multi-year revenue visibility. Furthermore, the company successfully doubled its production capacity at its French subsidiary, Huron, to 240 machines to capitalize on global aerospace demand.
- Q3 FY26 Revenue increased 28.1% YoY to ₹576 crore, with 9M FY26 Revenue at ₹1,494 crore.
- EBITDA for Q3 FY26 grew 37.3% YoY to ₹155 crore with a healthy margin of 26.8%.
- Current order book stands at ₹4,585 crore, ensuring strong execution visibility for upcoming quarters.
- Capacity at the French subsidiary (Huron) doubled to 240 machines to cater to rising aerospace and global demand.
- PAT for Q3 FY26 stood at ₹89 crore with a 15.4% margin, reflecting a 10.3% YoY growth.
Infomerics Valuation and Rating Limited has reaffirmed the credit ratings for Jyoti CNC Automation Limited's bank facilities totaling ₹1,259.11 crores. The long-term facilities of ₹810.00 crores maintained an 'IVR A+/ Stable' rating, while combined long/short-term facilities of ₹449.11 crores were reaffirmed at 'IVR A+/ Stable' and 'IVR A1'. This reaffirmation reflects a consistent credit profile and stable financial outlook for the company. It provides assurance to investors regarding the company's ongoing ability to service its debt obligations.
- Infomerics reaffirmed the rating for ₹810.00 crores of Long Term Bank Facilities at IVR A+/ Stable.
- Ratings for ₹449.11 crores of Long Term / Short Term Bank Facilities were reaffirmed at IVR A+/ Stable and IVR A1.
- The total value of bank facilities covered under this rating update is ₹1,259.11 crores.
- The 'Stable' outlook indicates the rating agency's expectation of steady financial performance in the medium term.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue for Q2FY26 grew 17.9% YoY to INR 507.9 Cr, while H1FY26 revenue reached INR 918.1 Cr, a 15.8% increase. Segmental revenue for Q2FY26 was led by Aerospace & Defence at 36% (INR 182.8 Cr), followed by Auto & Auto Components at 26% (INR 132.1 Cr), and General Engineering at 21% (INR 106.7 Cr). The growth is driven by a robust order book and steady execution across high-growth verticals.
Geographic Revenue Split
While specific regional percentages are not fully disclosed, the company operates globally with a significant presence in India and Europe through its French subsidiary, Huron. The management noted that French customers are primarily in the defense sector, contributing to the 36% revenue share from Aerospace & Defence in Q2FY26.
Profitability Margins
Gross Profit Margin improved significantly to 56.0% in Q2FY26, up 540 bps from 50.6% in Q2FY25. However, PAT Margin for Q2FY26 slightly declined by 80 bps to 16.8% (INR 85.5 Cr) compared to 17.6% in Q2FY25, primarily due to increased employee and operational expenses. FY25 annual PAT margin stood at 17.4%, a sharp rise from 11.3% in FY24.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA Margin for Q2FY26 was 24.5%, a slight decrease of 20 bps from 24.7% in Q2FY25. For the full year FY25, EBITDA margin was 27.0%, up from 22.5% in FY24. The core profitability is supported by vertical integration, though short-term margins are impacted by higher employee costs and other expenses associated with capacity ramp-up.
Capital Expenditure
Capital work-in-progress (CWIP) increased to INR 167.7 Cr as of March 2025, compared to INR 47.8 Cr in March 2024. This reflects significant investment in manufacturing capacity. Property, Plant, and Equipment (PPE) stood at INR 456.4 Cr in FY25, up from INR 308.6 Cr in FY24.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Infomerics Ratings upgraded the long-term rating to IVR A+/Stable and short-term rating to IVR A1 in July 2025. Borrowing costs have been optimized following the repayment of INR 475 Cr of debt in FY24 using IPO proceeds, leading to a comfortable debt-to-equity ratio of 0.11x as of March 31, 2025.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
The company utilizes components for CNC machines, including castings, electronic controllers, and precision parts. Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) represented 44% of revenue in H1FY26 (INR 404.1 Cr). Specific raw material percentages like steel or specialized alloys are not disclosed, but vertical integration allows the company to manufacture many components in-house.
Import Sources
The company sources components globally, including from its subsidiary in France (Huron). Specific country-wise import percentages are not disclosed, but the company faces exposure to foreign currency risks due to these international procurement activities.
Capacity Expansion
Capacity utilization for Q2FY26 was 88%. A new capacity became operational in September 2025, with revenue conversion expected to kick in during Q4FY26 due to the 4-6 month assembly cycle for large machines. This expansion is critical to meeting the INR 4,546 Cr order book.
Raw Material Costs
COGS for FY25 was INR 868.8 Cr, representing 47.8% of revenue, an improvement from 50.3% in FY24. This reduction in relative cost is attributed to better product mix and increased in-house manufacturing of critical components.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Asset turnover improved to 0.7x in FY25 from 0.6x in FY24. The company is focusing on high-tech 3-axis and 5-axis machines which offer higher value-add per unit of manufacturing effort.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
15-20%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through the execution of the INR 4,546 Cr order book, particularly in the high-margin Aerospace & Defence sector (40% of order book). The company is also developing an in-house 'HUMA' controller (prototype expected in 12-18 months) which is anticipated to improve overall margins by 4-5% by replacing expensive third-party controllers.
Products & Services
CNC Turning Centers, CNC Turn Mill Centers, Vertical Machining Centers (VMC), Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC), and high-tech 3-axis and 5-axis machining centers.
Brand Portfolio
Jyoti, Huron.
New Products/Services
The company is focusing on the 'HUMA' CNC controller and expanding its range of large-scale 5-axis machines. These are expected to contribute to margin expansion rather than just volume growth.
Market Expansion
The company is strengthening its footprint in the global aerospace and defense markets, leveraging its French subsidiary Huron to capture European demand.
Market Share & Ranking
The company is a leading manufacturer of simultaneous 5-axis CNC machines in India, though specific market share percentage is not provided.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The global machine tool industry is shifting toward high-precision 5-axis machines and automation. Jyoti is positioned as an early mover in India for these technologies. The industry typically follows a 40:60 revenue split between the first and second halves of the fiscal year.
Competitive Landscape
The company competes with global CNC manufacturers from Japan and Germany, as well as domestic players, but differentiates through its 5-axis capabilities and integrated manufacturing.
Competitive Moat
The moat is built on vertical integration and the technical complexity of 5-axis CNC manufacturing, which has high entry barriers. The acquisition of Huron provides a technological edge in high-end machining that is difficult for domestic competitors to replicate.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
The company is sensitive to industrial CAPEX cycles in the automotive and aerospace sectors. A slowdown in global manufacturing would directly impact order intake.
Consumer Behavior
Increased focus on 'Make in India' and localizing defense production is shifting demand toward domestic high-tech manufacturers like Jyoti.
Geopolitical Risks
Geopolitical tensions in Europe impact the French subsidiary Huron, although currently, this has driven demand in the defense sector.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to manufacturing standards and export-import regulations for dual-use technology (aerospace/defense).
Taxation Policy Impact
The effective tax rate for FY25 was approximately 24.3% (INR 101.7 Cr tax on INR 417.7 Cr PBT).
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
The primary uncertainty is the high working capital requirement, with working capital days at 262 in FY25. Any disruption in the 4-6 month production cycle could lead to liquidity pressure.
Geographic Concentration Risk
A significant portion of high-end technology and European sales is concentrated in the French subsidiary, Huron.
Third Party Dependencies
Currently dependent on third-party CNC controllers (like Siemens or Fanuc) until the in-house HUMA controller is fully commercialized.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The rapid evolution of AI and automation in manufacturing requires continuous R&D investment to prevent technology obsolescence.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Debtor days stood at 99 in FY25, up from 72 in FY24, indicating a slight stretching of receivables that requires monitoring.