Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Posts Record Revenue of ₹32,250 Cr in FY 2025-26

Bengaluru, March 31, 2026: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), India’s premier aerospace and defence public sector undertaking, has reported a record revenue of ₹32,250 crore (provisional and unaudited) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Maharatna CPSE achieved this milestone despite facing supply chain disruptions and geopolitical challenges that impacted deliveries of key platforms like the LCA Mk1A and HTT-40.

The revenue marks a steady growth from ₹30,981 crore recorded in the previous fiscal year, underscoring the company’s operational resilience and execution capabilities.

Robust Order Book Provides Long-Term Visibility

HAL’s order book position as of March 31, 2026, stood at an impressive ₹2.54 lakh crore, a significant increase from the opening order book of ₹1.89 lakh crore after adjusting for current-year liquidations.

The surge in orders was driven by major contracts signed with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), including:

97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A aircraft – ₹62,370 crore
Six ALH CG helicopters – ₹2,704 crore
Eight Dornier CG aircraft – ₹2,186 crore

The outstanding manufacturing orders for helicopters, aircraft, and engines provide long-term revenue visibility over the next 7-8 years. Additionally, the overhaul (ROH), spares, and other order books remain healthy and are expected to stay robust in the coming years.

Generous Dividend Payout to Shareholders

During the financial year, HAL rewarded its shareholders with substantial dividend payouts:

Interim Dividend: ₹35 per equity share (face value ₹5 each), totaling ₹2,341 crore
Final Dividend for FY 2024-25: ₹15 per equity share (face value ₹5 each), totaling ₹1,003 crore

The total cash outflow for dividend payments during the year amounted to ₹3,344 crore, reflecting the company’s strong profitability and commitment to shareholder returns.

Capacity Expansion and Strategic Initiatives

HAL made significant progress in capacity augmentation during the year:

Operationalization of the third LCA Tejas production line and second HTT-40 production line at its Nasik Division.
Signed an MoU with Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) to establish a Strategic Metal Bank for critical raw materials, bolstering self-reliance in strategic materials.

Entry into Civil Aviation and Diversification

HAL strengthened its foothold in the civil aviation sector with:

The inaugural flight of the Dhruv NG helicopter.
The maiden flight of the first series-production Hindustan Turbo Trainer-40 (HTT-40) aircraft.

Key partnerships and contracts signed during the year include:

MoU with PJSC-UAC (Russia) for production of the SJ-100 civil commuter aircraft.
Contracts with Pawan Hans Ltd for supply of 10 Dhruv NG helicopters.
Contracts with Jags Aviation, Guyana, for supply of two Hindustan-228 aircraft, delivered ahead of schedule.

Space Sector Expansion

In a significant move, HAL signed the SSLV Technology Transfer Agreement with ISRO, IN-SPACe, and NSIL, marking its transition from a component supplier to a full launch service provider and positioning itself as a key player in the fast-growing small satellite market.

Digital Transformation and Sustainability

HAL advanced its digital transformation journey with:

Rollout of Robotics Process Automation (RPA)
Integration of AI-enabled systems such as Flight Snag Intelligence
Deployment of Daily Digital Inspection for enhanced efficiency
Centralization of IT infrastructure, including a Tier-3 Data Centre and Private Cloud

On the sustainability front, HAL established a cumulative renewable energy capacity of 50.15 MW, meeting around 40% of its electricity requirements from renewable sources.

CSR and Leadership Development

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, HAL launched the HAL Endowment Scholarship Scheme in partnership with IIT Madras to support meritorious students from economically weaker sections for a period of 15 years. The company also sponsored a mountaineering expedition to South America.

To strengthen its leadership pipeline, HAL rolled out the seventh edition of its flagship Leadership Development Program (LDP) , designed to prepare high-potential officers for top management roles.

Outlook

With new orders in hand, enhanced manufacturing capabilities, and a stabilizing supply chain, HAL is well-positioned to deliver strong financial performance in FY 2026-27 and beyond.