Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Limited (SUKHJITS)
₹142.45 -0.97% last close, 16 Oct
Q2 FY27 results
📅 Next results: 23 Oct 2026 (board meeting)Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Limited's board meets on 23 Oct 2026 to consider its Q2 FY27 results (July-September 2026).
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, Sukhjit Starch's revenue was ₹395 Cr (+7.6% year on year, -1.7% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹12.6 Cr (+164.4% year on year); the operating margin was 7.5%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹395 | +7.6% | -1.7% |
| Operating profit | ₹29.8 | +74.8% | +29.4% |
| Net profit | ₹12.6 | +164.4% | -3.4% |
| EPS (₹) | 4.02 | +164.5% | -5.0% |
| Operating margin | 7.5% | — | — |
SUKHJITS delivery percentage
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On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 80.26% of the SUKHJITS shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 69.7%. That is higher than usual for this stock. Turnover was only ₹6 lakh, so a handful of trades can move this figure. Volume was 0.2 times its average, well below normal.
Delivery in the last 5 sessions: 76.6% · 69.0% · 65.6% · 74.4% · 80.3%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra to set up a new maize processing unit in District Nashik. The project involves a planned capital expenditure of about Rs 500 Crores and a maize grind capacity of 1,200 TPD for producing maize starch and derivatives. Relative to the company's financials, this capex represents ~98% of its current market cap of Rs 509 Cr and ~85% of net worth (Rs 591 Cr). Concrete project implementation remains contingent on the state government providing the required infrastructure timelines.
- Proposed capital expenditure of about Rs 500 Crores
- Planned maize grind capacity of 1,200 TPD
- Unit to produce Maize Starch and its derivatives in District Nashik, Maharashtra
- Effective steps depend on receiving infrastructure timelines from the Government of Maharashtra
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Limited submitted the scrutinizer's report for its Annual General Meeting held on August 26, 2026. Shareholders approved all 8 resolutions with over 99.99% majority. Key approvals included the adoption of FY26 financial results, a dividend of ₹1 per equity share (20% on face value of ₹5), and the re-appointment of Managing Director Kuldip Krishan Sardana. Additionally, shareholders confirmed the re-appointment of Executive Director M.G. Sharma for 5 years and the appointment of two independent directors.
- Dividend of ₹1 per share (20% on face value ₹5) approved for FY26 with 16,237,525 assenting votes (99.999%).
- Adoption of FY26 audited accounts approved with 16,237,561 valid assenting votes.
- Re-appointment of Sh. M.G. Sharma as Executive Director approved for a 5-year term from June 1, 2026 to May 31, 2031.
- Appointments of Sh. Anil Sikka and Sh. Sanjeev Kumar as Non-Executive Independent Directors approved for 5-year terms ending August 25, 2031.
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Limited has announced the voting results of its 82nd Annual General Meeting held on August 26, 2026. Shareholders approved all agenda items with over 99.99% voting assent. Key resolutions passed include the declaration of a dividend of ₹1 per equity share (20% on face value of ₹5) for FY26 and the re-appointment of Managing Director Kuldip Krishan Sardana. Additionally, the re-appointment of Executive Director M.G. Sharma for 5 years and the appointments of Anil Sikka and Sanjeev Kumar as Independent Directors were approved.
- Dividend of ₹1 per equity share of face value ₹5 (20%) approved for FY26 with 99.999% assent (16,237,525 votes).
- Adoption of audited financial results for FY26 passed with 16,237,561 assenting votes (99.999%).
- Re-appointment of Sh. Kuldip Krishan Sardana as Managing Director passed with 8,771,939 assenting votes.
- Appointment of two Non-Executive Independent Directors, Anil Sikka and Sanjeev Kumar, approved for 5-year terms ending August 25, 2031.
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals has issued a notice for its 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on August 26, 2026. The agenda includes the adoption of FY26 financial statements, declaration of a dividend, and the re-appointment of Sh. M.G. Sharma as Executive Director for a 5-year term at a monthly remuneration of Rs 3.66 Lacs. Additionally, the company is seeking approval for two new Independent Directors, Sh. Anil Sikka and Sh. Sanjeev Kumar, both bringing over 35 years of technical and operational experience. This comes after a challenging FY26 where PAT dropped to Rs 27.18 Cr from Rs 40.13 Cr in FY25.
- 82nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026, at the Phagwara registered office.
- Proposed re-appointment of Executive Director M.G. Sharma for a 5-year term until May 31, 2031.
- Appointment of two new Independent Directors, including a Senior Advisor to McKinsey & Co (Anil Sikka).
- Remote e-voting period set from August 23, 2026 (9:00 AM) to August 25, 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Cut-off date for determining shareholder e-voting eligibility is August 20, 2026.
Sukhjit Starch reported a strong start to FY27 with consolidated revenue growing 7.2% YoY to ₹396.65 Cr. Net profit saw a significant surge of 142.5% YoY, reaching ₹12.15 Cr compared to ₹5.01 Cr in the same quarter last year. This growth was primarily driven by the Maize Processing Division, which contributed ₹395.47 Cr to segment revenue. While revenue dipped slightly on a sequential basis from Q4 FY26 (₹401.69 Cr), the year-on-year margin recovery is notable.
- Consolidated Net Profit increased 142.5% YoY to ₹12.15 Cr from ₹5.01 Cr
- Consolidated Revenue from Operations grew 7.2% YoY to ₹395.65 Cr
- Maize Processing Division segment results stood at ₹23.01 Cr for the quarter
- Consolidated EPS rose to ₹3.89 from ₹1.60 in the corresponding previous quarter
- Finance costs remained stable at ₹6.70 Cr compared to ₹7.27 Cr YoY
Sukhjit Starch reported a robust Q1 FY27 with Profit After Tax (PAT) surging 164.4% YoY to ₹12.56 crore, compared to ₹4.75 crore in the same quarter last year. Revenue grew by 7.6% to ₹395.12 crore, while EBITDA margins expanded significantly by 220 basis points to 7.62%. This single quarter's PAT represents approximately 46% of the total TTM PAT (₹27 crore), indicating a sharp recovery in profitability. Management attributed the performance to stable raw material prices, resilient demand in end-user industries like FMCG, and improved operating leverage.
- Net Profit (PAT) increased by 164.42% YoY to ₹12.56 crore in Q1 FY27.
- EBITDA margins improved to 7.62% from 5.42% in the previous year's corresponding quarter.
- Revenue from operations grew 7.60% YoY to ₹395.12 crore.
- Profit Before Tax (PBT) saw a substantial rise of 190.30% YoY to ₹16.46 crore.
- EBITDA grew by 51.38% YoY to ₹30.11 crore, driven by cost optimization and stable input costs.
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals approved its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, in a board meeting held on July 29, 2026. While the specific quarterly revenue and profit figures were not detailed in the provided cover letter, the company enters the new fiscal year with a TTM revenue of Rs 1,437 Cr and a PAT of Rs 27 Cr. The company is currently operating with a low TTM margin of 5.6%, significantly down from 9.25% in FY24, primarily due to maize price volatility. Investors should monitor the full results for signs of margin recovery and progress on the stated 30-40% volume growth target.
- Board meeting held on July 29, 2026, between 11:30 A.M. and 1:10 P.M. to approve Q1 FY27 results.
- TTM Revenue of Rs 1,437 Cr as of FY26, showing a slight decline from FY25's Rs 1,505 Cr.
- TTM PAT of Rs 27 Cr, which is a 46% decrease compared to FY24's PAT of Rs 49.96 Cr.
- Promoter holding remains stable at 66.15% as of June 2026.
- Company maintains a debt of Rs 329 Cr against a net worth of Rs 591 Cr (D/E of 0.56).
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals has announced a board refresh, appointing two new Independent Directors and re-appointing its Managing Director and a Non-Executive Director. Mr. Anil Sikka, a Senior Advisor at McKinsey with 40 years of experience, and Mr. Sanjeev Kumar, a former Chief Engineer with 34 years in the power sector, join for 5-year terms starting August 26, 2026. Managing Director Kuldip Krishan Sardana is being re-appointed due to retirement by rotation, while Mrs. Shalini Umesh Chablani is re-appointed for a 3-year term. These appointments aim to strengthen board oversight as the company pursues its 30-40% volume growth target.
- Appointment of Mr. Anil Sikka as Independent Director for a 5-year term until August 25, 2031.
- Appointment of Mr. Sanjeev Kumar as Independent Director for a 5-year term until August 25, 2031.
- Re-appointment of Mrs. Shalini Umesh Chablani for a 3-year term from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2029.
- Re-appointment of MD Kuldip Krishan Sardana effective August 26, 2026, following retirement by rotation.
- Mr. Anil Sikka brings 40 years of experience in operations management and digital transformation.
Sukhjit Starch has scheduled its 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) for August 26, 2026, with a record date of August 20, 2026, for dividend eligibility and e-voting. The board has recommended the re-appointment of the Managing Director and a Non-Executive Director for a 3-year term. Additionally, two new Independent Directors, Anil Sikka and Sanjeev Kumar, have been proposed for 5-year terms to strengthen board governance. These administrative and leadership updates come as the company manages a TTM revenue of Rs 1,437 Cr with a 5.6% operating margin.
- 82nd Annual General Meeting fixed for August 26, 2026, at Phagwara.
- Record date for dividend payment and e-voting set for August 20, 2026.
- Proposed appointment of two new Independent Directors for 5-year terms until August 2031.
- Re-appointment of Non-Executive Director Smt. Shalini Umesh Chablani for a 3-year term starting September 1, 2026.
- Book closure period confirmed from August 21 to August 26, 2026.
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals has announced board changes including the re-appointment of Managing Director Kuldip Krishan Sardana and Non-Executive Director Shalini Umesh Chablani. The company is also inducting two new Independent Directors, Anil Sikka and Sanjeev Kumar, for 5-year terms starting August 26, 2026. These appointments are subject to shareholder approval at the 82nd AGM scheduled for August 26, 2026. The record date for dividend and e-voting is set for August 20, 2026.
- 82nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026
- Record date for dividend and e-voting fixed as August 20, 2026
- Re-appointment of Smt. Shalini Umesh Chablani for a 3-year term until August 31, 2029
- Appointment of 2 new Independent Directors for 5-year terms ending August 25, 2031
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals has fixed August 20, 2026, as the record date for determining dividend eligibility and the 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for August 26, 2026. The Board has recommended the re-appointment of Managing Director Sh. Kuldip Krishan Sardana and Non-Executive Director Smt. Shalini Umesh Chablani. Additionally, two new Independent Directors, Sh. Anil Sikka and Sh. Sanjeev Kumar, have been proposed for five-year terms. These governance and administrative updates follow a TTM revenue performance of ₹1,437 Cr.
- Record date for dividend payment and e-voting eligibility set for August 20, 2026.
- 82nd Annual General Meeting to be held on August 26, 2026, at Phagwara.
- Proposed appointment of two Independent Directors for a 5-year term until August 2031.
- Re-appointment of Smt. Shalini Umesh Chablani as Non-Executive Director for a 3-year term starting September 1, 2026.
- Company reported TTM PAT of ₹27 Cr on a revenue base of ₹1,437 Cr.
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals has scheduled its 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) for August 26, 2026. The company has fixed August 20, 2026, as the record date for determining dividend eligibility and e-voting rights. Additionally, the board has recommended the re-appointment of the Managing Director and a Non-Executive Director, while proposing the appointment of two new Independent Directors for five-year terms. These governance updates come as the company maintains a TTM revenue of ₹1,437 Cr with a 5.6% operating margin.
- 82nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026, at Phagwara.
- Record date for dividend payment and e-voting fixed as August 20, 2026.
- Two new Independent Directors, Sh. Anil Sikka and Sh. Sanjeev Kumar, proposed for 5-year terms starting August 26, 2026.
- Re-appointment of Smt. Shalini Umesh Chablani as Non-Executive Director for a 3-year term until August 31, 2029.
- Book closure period set from August 21, 2026, to August 26, 2026.
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The document, issued by Skyline Financial Services, confirms that physical share certificates received for dematerialization during the quarter ended June 30, 2026, were processed correctly. Specifically, the registrar confirmed that certificates were mutilated and cancelled, and the depository's name was substituted in the records within the mandated 15-day period. This is a standard administrative filing with no impact on the company's financial performance or business operations.
- Compliance certificate for the quarter ended June 30, 2026
- Dematerialization requests processed within the 15-day regulatory timeline
- Registrar and Share Transfer Agent identified as Skyline Financial Services Pvt. Ltd.
- Confirmation that securities are listed on the Stock Exchanges where earlier securities were listed
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for all designated persons starting July 1, 2026. This is a standard regulatory requirement under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, ahead of the declaration of unaudited financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the results are officially announced. Investors should note that the company recently reported a revenue of Rs 402.0 Cr for the quarter ended March 2026.
- Trading window closure effective from July 1, 2026
- Closure pertains to the unaudited financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026
- Window to reopen 48 hours after the results are declared to the Stock Exchanges
- Company reported TTM revenue of Rs 1437 Cr and TTM PAT of Rs 27 Cr
Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Limited has received official approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to change its registered office location. The new office is situated in Rehana Jattan, Tehsil Phagwara, within the Kapurthala district of Punjab. According to the updated master data, the company maintains a paid-up capital of Rs 15.62 crore and an authorized capital of Rs 20.00 crore. This relocation is a routine administrative procedure and is not expected to have any material impact on the company's business operations or financial performance.
- MCA approved the registered office shift to Rehana Jattan, Tehsil Phagwara, Punjab.
- The company's paid-up capital is confirmed at Rs 15.62 crore.
- Authorized capital is maintained at Rs 20.00 crore.
- The company remains compliant and listed on both BSE and NSE with an 'Active' status.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Revenue from operations for H1 FY26 stood at INR 679.88 Cr, a decrease of 9.79% compared to INR 753.7 Cr in the previous period. Standalone revenue for Q2 FY26 was INR 312.68 Cr, down 14.85% from INR 367.20 Cr in Q1 FY26. Segment-specific percentage growth is not disclosed.
Profitability Margins
Operating profit margin ratio moderated to 5.48% in FY25 from 7.85% in FY24, a 30.19% decline. Net profit margin ratio fell to 2.66% in FY25 from 4.06% in FY24, a 34.48% decrease. The moderation was primarily due to fluctuations in maize prices and elevated raw material costs.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin moderated to 6.93% in FY25 compared to 9.20% in FY24. For Q2 FY26, EBITDA stood at INR 20.05 Cr, a marginal increase of 0.8% from INR 19.89 Cr in Q1 FY26. CRISIL expects margins to recover to 8-8.5% during fiscal 2026.
Capital Expenditure
The company is undertaking capacity expansion in existing locations to optimize operations. While specific INR Cr figures for planned capex are not disclosed, CRISIL notes that sizeable debt-funded capex could adversely affect the financial risk profile.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Long-term rating reaffirmed at 'CRISIL A+' but outlook revised to 'Negative' from 'Stable' due to expected moderation in operating efficiency. Short-term rating reaffirmed at 'CRISIL A1'. Debt to equity ratio is comfortable at 0.19 with almost nil long-term bank borrowings.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Maize is the primary raw material, representing approximately 79.3% of total revenue in Q2 FY26 (INR 248.02 Cr cost on INR 312.68 Cr revenue).
Import Sources
Sourced domestically from strategic locations benefiting from three harvest seasons: Spring, Kharif, and Rabi, which minimizes long-term storage needs.
Capacity Expansion
The company aims for sustained volume growth of over 30-40% through the timely commencement of new capacities in the maize processing industry.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs (maize) fluctuated significantly, leading to a margin drop from 9.20% in FY24 to 6.93% in FY25. Procurement strategies focus on conserving adequate supply at optimum costs to hedge against natural vagaries and increased demand from ethanol manufacturing.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Maintained healthy capacity utilization across all plants. Debottlenecking efforts are underway to enhance production capability and operational flexibility.
Logistics & Distribution
Strategic location of units reduces the need for long-term storage and optimizes distribution to FMCG, pharma, paper, and textile clients.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
30-40%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through capacity expansion at existing locations, debottlenecking to enhance production capability, and leveraging long-term partnerships with leading FMCG brands to align expansions with future supply requirements. The company is also targeting resurgence in demand from the paper and textile segments.
Products & Services
Starch and its derivatives, liquid glucose, dextrose, sorbitol, maize oil, poultry feed, and cattle feed.
Brand Portfolio
Sukhjit.
Market Expansion
Focusing on capacity expansion in existing locations and increasing market share in the domestic maize processing industry.
Market Share & Ranking
Leading manufacturer of starch and its derivatives in the domestic maize processing industry.
Strategic Alliances
Maintains long-term collaborative relationships with reputed FMCG brands like Dabur India Ltd, Heinz India Pvt Ltd, Nestle India Ltd, and Marico Ltd.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The maize processing industry is seeing increased demand from FMCG and pharma, alongside a resurgence in the paper and textile sectors. Future direction is growth-oriented, driven by volumetric expansion.
Competitive Landscape
Leading domestic player competing in a fragmented market where scale and raw material procurement efficiency are key differentiators.
Competitive Moat
Durable advantages include an 80-year operational track record (est. 1943), extensive promoter experience, and deep-rooted relationships with global FMCG giants, which are sustainable due to high switching costs and quality standards.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to agricultural output and maize pricing, which is influenced by ethanol blending policies and climatic conditions.
Consumer Behavior
Shift towards starch-based derivatives in food processing and industrial applications is driving steady demand.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to agricultural produce regulations and manufacturing standards (ISO 9001:200 and FSSC:22000 certified).
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate is approximately 30% based on H1 FY26 standalone PBT of INR 12.63 Cr and PAT of INR 8.82 Cr.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Volatility in maize prices (raw material) is the primary uncertainty, with a potential impact of 2-3% on operating margins if not managed efficiently.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Manufacturing units are strategically located to benefit from multiple harvest seasons, reducing regional supply risk.
Third Party Dependencies
Low dependency on single customers (Top 5 = 16% revenue).
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Not disclosed; company is focused on debottlenecking and operational excellence.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables quality is stable, though the debtors turnover ratio decreased slightly from 16.91 to 15.23 in FY25.