SAIL showcases resilient performance, improved profitability in financial results for 9M FY26

New Delhi, February 1, 2026: The state owned Maharatna, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), has announced its financial results for the nine months period ended 31st December, 2025 (9M FY’26), showcasing resilient operational performance and improved profitability.

Highlights

• Crude steel production grew 2% from 14.08 to 14.35 million tonnes, showing stable operations of crude steel.
• Sales Volume grows by 16.3% as the company increases outreach to retail and other consumers, inventory drawdown, or improved dispatch and market reach.
• Revenue increased ~9–10% from INR 73,162 Cr to INR 79,997 Cr, broadly in line with volume growth.
• Profit After Tax (PAT) soars by ~ 60%, highlighting operational efficiency, liquidation of inventory and cost optimization.
• Reduction in Debt close to Rs. 5000 Crore during 9M FY’26.

Speaking on this occasion, SAIL CMD Amarendu Prakash said: “We have delivered an improvement in profitability, with profit after tax rising 60 per cent year‑on‑year for 9M FY2025-26, driven by higher volumes, operating leverage and prudent financial management. The strong sales traction was supported by robust domestic demand and improved market penetration.

“Despite volatility on the input cost front and competitive pricing environment, we sustained operating profitability, supported by higher volumes, product mix optimization, and continued cost discipline.”