New Delhi, 31 January 2026: The state owned Maharatna, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) announced its financial results for the nine months period ended 31st December, 2025 (9M FY’26), showcasing resilient operational performance and improved profitability.
Key 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 ₹73,162 Cr to ₹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.
Performance of 9M FY 26 (Standalone) at a glance:
| Unit | 9M 24-25 | 9M 25-26 | |
| Crude Steel Production | Million Tonne | 14.08 | 14.35 |
| Sales Volume | Million Tonne | 12.56 | 14.61 |
| Revenue from Operations | Rs. Crore | 73,162 | 79,997 |
| Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation (EBITDA) | Rs. Crore | 7,983 | 8384 |
| Profit Before Exceptional Items and Tax | Rs. Crore | 1,728 | 2,349 |
| Exceptional Items | Rs. Crore | (283) | (338) |
| Profit Before Tax (PBT) | Rs. Crore | 1,445 | 2,010 |
| Profit After Tax (PAT) | Rs. Crore | 970 | 1,554 |
Speaking on this occasion,CMD, SAIL Shri Amarendu Prakashsaid:
We have delivered an improvement in profitability, with profit after tax rising 60% year‑on‑year for 9M FY’2025-26, 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.
