POWERGRID Infrastructure Investment Trust (PGINVIT)
Latest quarterly results (Q1 FY27)
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, POWERGRID Infrastructure's revenue was ₹311 Cr (-0.5% year on year, -75.2% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹185 Cr (-3.1% year on year); the operating margin was 93.1%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹311 | -0.5% | -75.2% |
| Operating profit | ₹290 | -0.7% | -77.6% |
| Net profit | ₹185 | -3.1% | -79.7% |
| EPS (₹) | 2.03 | -3.3% | -79.7% |
| Operating margin | 93.1% | — | — |
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
POWERGRID Infrastructure Investment Trust (PGInvIT) has announced the closure of its trading window for dealing in units of the Trust. The closure takes effect from Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The window will reopen 48 hours after the declaration of financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2026. This is a mandatory and standard compliance filing under SEBI Insider Trading regulations.
- Trading window closes from Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Window remains closed until 48 hours after financial results declaration
- Results pertain to the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2026
- Filing made pursuant to SEBI Prohibition of Insider Trading regulations
POWERGRID Infrastructure Investment Trust (PGInvIT) announced that its unitholders have approved the appointment of the Trust's Valuer for FY 2026-27 to FY 2027-28 via remote e-voting. Out of 90,99,99,200 total units, 30,85,88,509 votes (33.91% turnout) were polled. The resolution was passed with an overwhelming 99.97% of votes cast in favour, fulfilling requirements under SEBI InvIT regulations. The cut-off date record showed a total unitholder base of 3,09,090 as of July 31, 2026.
- Resolution passed to appoint Valuer for FY 2026-27 to FY 2027-28.
- 99.9721% of polled votes (30,85,02,382 votes) were cast in favour.
- Voting turnout stood at 33.9109% (30,85,88,509 votes out of 90,99,99,200 total units).
- Total registered unitholders stood at 3,09,090 as of the cut-off date (July 31, 2026).
PGINVIT has informed the exchanges regarding the publication of newspaper advertisements for a Notice of Postal Ballot and remote e-voting. This is a standard regulatory requirement to ensure unitholders are informed of upcoming voting procedures. The filing confirms that the Investment Manager, POWERGRID Unchahar Transmission Limited, has complied with disclosure norms. Specific resolutions to be voted upon were not detailed in this specific cover letter.
- Announcement made on August 4, 2026, regarding newspaper advertisements.
- The notice pertains to a Postal Ballot and remote e-voting for PGINVIT unitholders.
- The filing was issued by POWERGRID Unchahar Transmission Limited in its capacity as the Investment Manager.
- PGINVIT maintains a significant market presence with a market capitalization of ₹9046 Cr.
PGINVIT has initiated a postal ballot to appoint M/s. IndiaAppraisers.com Pvt. Ltd (IAPL) as its independent valuer for a two-year term (FY 2026-27 to FY 2027-28). This change is mandatory as the current valuer, INMACS, has completed the maximum four-year tenure permitted under SEBI InvIT Regulations. The proposed remuneration is set at ₹47,000 per SPV for full annual valuations, with quarterly and half-yearly valuations priced at 60% of the full rate. Unitholders as of the July 31, 2026, cut-off date are eligible to vote via electronic means.
- Proposed appointment of M/s. IndiaAppraisers.com Pvt. Ltd for a 2-year tenure starting FY 2026-27.
- Mandatory rotation required as previous valuer INMACS completed 4 consecutive years of service.
- Fixed remuneration of ₹47,000 per SPV for full year-end valuations and acquisitions.
- Remote e-voting period scheduled from August 4, 2026, to August 24, 2026.
- Results of the postal ballot to be announced on or before August 26, 2026.
PGINVIT has received regulatory relief from SEBI regarding specific corporate governance requirements for its Investment Manager, POWERGRID Unchahar Transmission Limited (PUTL). SEBI has extended the deadline for compliance with the requisite number of independent directors until December 31, 2026. Furthermore, the applicability of unitholder board nomination rights has been deferred until September 30, 2026. These extensions provide the trust additional time to align its board structure with SEBI's Infrastructure Investment Trusts Regulations without immediate compliance penalties.
- SEBI letter dated July 30, 2026, grants relaxation for independent director requirements under Regulation 26H(1)
- Compliance deadline for board composition norms extended to December 31, 2026
- Relaxation for unitholder nominee director rights extended until September 30, 2026
- Trust maintains a high TTM OPM of 103.9% and TTM PAT of ₹1,580 Cr despite these administrative adjustments
Unitholders of PGInvIT have overwhelmingly approved the audited financial statements for FY26 and the valuation report of its Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) with over 99.99% majority. The Fifth Annual Meeting, held on July 28, 2026, saw participation from 3,06,485 unitholders as of the record date. While institutional participation was high at 82.45% of their holdings, non-institutional (retail) participation remained low at approximately 0.49%. These approvals are standard regulatory requirements for the trust's ongoing operations and distribution cycles.
- Resolution to adopt FY26 Audited Financial Statements passed with 99.9932% votes in favour
- Resolution to adopt the SPV Valuation Report by M/s. INMACS Valuers passed with 99.9931% favour
- Total unitholders on the record date of July 21, 2026, stood at 3,06,485
- Institutional unitholders polled 16.87 crore votes, representing 82.45% of their total units
- Non-institutional unitholders polled 27.81 lakh votes, representing only 0.49% of their total units
POWERGRID Infrastructure Investment Trust (PGInvIT) held its 5th Annual Meeting on July 28, 2026, via video conferencing. A total of 27 unitholders representing 13.67 crore units participated in the proceedings. The meeting focused on two primary resolutions: the adoption of audited financial statements for FY26 and the approval of the valuation report for its Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) as of March 31, 2026. Final voting results are expected to be disclosed by July 30, 2026.
- 27 unitholders representing 13,66,99,660 units attended the meeting virtually.
- Remote e-voting was conducted between July 25, 2026, and July 27, 2026.
- Resolutions included the adoption of the valuation report issued by M/s. INMACS Valuers Private Limited.
- Consolidated voting results are scheduled to be announced on or before July 30, 2026.
POWERGRID Infrastructure Investment Trust (PGINVIT) has declared a distribution of ₹3.00 per unit for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The distribution includes an interest component of ₹1.72 and a capital repayment of ₹0.65 per unit. On a standalone basis, the Trust reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹200.46 Cr for Q1 FY27, a significant increase from ₹142.98 Cr in the preceding quarter. The board also approved the appointment of IndiaAppraisers.com Pvt. Ltd as the valuer for the next two financial years.
- Declared a total distribution of ₹3.00 per unit for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
- Standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) reached ₹200.46 Cr for Q1 FY27 vs ₹142.98 Cr in Q4 FY26.
- Record date for the distribution is set for July 31, 2026, with payment by August 7, 2026.
- Distribution breakdown: ₹1.72 Interest, ₹0.48 Taxable Dividend, ₹0.14 Exempt Dividend, ₹0.65 Capital Repayment, and ₹0.01 Treasury Income.
- Total standalone income for the quarter stood at ₹222.72 Cr.
POWERGRID Infrastructure Investment Trust (PGInvIT) has declared a distribution of Rs 3.00 per unit for Q1 FY27, maintaining its payout consistency. The trust reported a standalone profit after tax of Rs 200.46 Cr for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, on a total income of Rs 222.72 Cr. The distribution comprises Rs 1.72 as interest, Rs 0.62 as dividend (taxable and exempt), and Rs 0.65 as repayment of capital. The record date for this distribution is July 31, 2026, with payment scheduled by August 7, 2026.
- Declared a distribution of Rs 3.00 per unit for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
- Standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) reached Rs 200.46 Cr for Q1 FY27.
- Total Standalone Income for the quarter was reported at Rs 222.72 Cr.
- Record date for the distribution is set for July 31, 2026, with payment by August 7, 2026.
- Appointed IndiaAppraisers.com Pvt. Ltd as the valuer for FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated total income for H1 FY 2025-26 was ₹651.75 Cr. Segment-wise revenue for April-Sept 2025: VTL ₹109.51 Cr, KATL ₹32.60 Cr, PPTL ₹168.01 Cr, WTL ₹187.57 Cr, and JPTL ₹132.22 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
100% of revenue is generated within India across five SPVs: PVTL (Vizag), PKATL (Kala Amb), PPTL (Parli), PWTL (Warora), and PJTL (Jabalpur).
Profitability Margins
Consolidated EBITDA margin for H1 FY 2025-26 stood at 93.7% (EBITDA of ₹610.77 Cr on income of ₹651.75 Cr).
EBITDA Margin
93.7% for H1 FY 2025-26. Core profitability is driven by availability-linked tariffs, with all SPVs maintaining availability above 98%.
Capital Expenditure
Acquired balance 26% equity in PVTL for ₹330.79 Cr in March 2022. Acquired additional revenue rights for PPTL, PWTL, and PJTL for ₹304.15 Cr.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Maintains AAA credit rating from ICRA, CARE, and CRISIL. Net borrowing ratio is 4.88%. Interest rate on internal loans from InvIT to SPVs is 14.5% p.a.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Transmission infrastructure assets (towers, conductors, substations) represent the core asset base; O&M costs are the primary operational expense.
Import Sources
Not applicable as the company operates as a transmission utility; assets are domestically located in India.
Key Suppliers
POWERGRID Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) acts as the Project Manager and primary provider of O&M services.
Capacity Expansion
Current portfolio consists of 5 operational SPVs. Future expansion is targeted through the National Monetisation Pipeline, which identifies ₹45,200 Cr of power transmission assets for monetisation by FY2025.
Raw Material Costs
O&M costs are minimal relative to revenue; price escalations in O&M contracts are not expected to materially affect cash flows.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Maintains 98%+ availability across all SPVs since commercial operations, ensuring full recovery of transmission charges.
Logistics & Distribution
Not applicable; revenue is derived from availability-linked transmission charges collected via CTUIL.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
Acquisition-led growth model focusing on operational transmission assets from POWERGRID, state governments, and private providers, supported by a low-leverage structure (4.88% net borrowing) and a ₹45,200 Cr sector pipeline.
Products & Services
Power transmission services provided through high-voltage transmission lines and substations.
Brand Portfolio
PGInvIT, POWERGRID.
New Products/Services
Acquired rights for additional annual transmission charges at rates of 2.787% (PPTL), 3.445% (PWTL), and 5.226% (PJTL) due to 'Change in Law'.
Market Expansion
Actively engaging with state governments and private Transmission Service Providers to advocate for the monetisation of operational assets.
Strategic Alliances
Strategic relationship with Sponsor and Project Manager, POWERGRID, and centralized billing/collection through CTUIL.
External Factors
Industry Trends
Increasing use of InvITs as a preferred platform for transmission asset monetisation in India to meet power sector targets.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other infrastructure trusts and private players for the acquisition of operational transmission assets.
Competitive Moat
Durable moat derived from 35-year long-term TSAs, high-quality assets with 27+ years average remaining life, and sponsorship by POWERGRID.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Sensitive to the National Electricity Plan and government policies regarding power sector asset monetisation.
Geopolitical Risks
Low risk due to the domestic nature of power transmission infrastructure and long-term regulated contracts.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by CERC (Central Electricity Regulatory Commission) tariff determinations and SEBI InvIT Regulations requiring 90% distribution of NDCF.
Taxation Policy Impact
SPVs like JPTL pay taxes under the new regime at an effective rate of 25.17%.
Legal Contingencies
POWERGRID has undertaken to indemnify the Trust against claims arising from the period prior to May 13, 2021; no major contingent liabilities reported post-acquisition.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Operational risk of maintaining >98% availability and financial risk from interest rate resets on floating-rate debt.
Geographic Concentration Risk
100% of assets and revenue are concentrated in the Indian power transmission sector.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on POWERGRID for project management, O&M, and as a sponsor for future asset pipeline.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Low risk as power transmission technology is mature and assets have long useful lives (35+ years).
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Low counterparty risk due to centralized billing and collection through CTUIL.