NTPC Achieves 22% Increase in Q4 FY25 Profit to Rs 7,897 Crore Driven by Revenue Growth

NTPC, India's largest power generation company, reported a significant increase in its consolidated net profit for the March quarter of FY25. The profit rose by nearly 22% to Rs 7,897.14 crore, driven by higher revenue from its generation business. In comparison, the net profit for the same period in FY24 was Rs 6,490.05 crore.

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The company's total income for the March quarter reached Rs 51,085.05 crore, up from Rs 48,816.55 crore in Q4 FY24. Revenue from the generation segment alone was Rs 49,352.99 crore, an increase from Rs 47,088.70 crore in the previous year’s fourth quarter. For the entire fiscal year FY25, NTPC's net profit climbed to Rs 23,953.15 crore compared to Rs 21,332.45 crore in FY24.

NTPC's Financial Growth and Dividend Plans

NTPC's total income for FY25 rose to Rs 1,90,862.45 crore from Rs 1,81,165.86 crore in FY24. Profits from subsidiaries increased to Rs 4,139 crore in FY25 from Rs 3,897 crore in FY24. Additionally, profits from joint ventures grew to Rs 2,214 crore in FY25 from Rs 1,636 crore in FY24.

The board of directors has proposed a final dividend of 33.50%, equating to Rs 3.35 per share for FY25. This is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming annual general meeting. This final dividend is on top of two interim dividends of Rs 2.50 per share each paid earlier in November and February.

Capacity Expansion and Power Generation

During FY25, NTPC's capacity expanded by 3,972 MW to reach a total of 79,930 MW by March 2025. Standalone capacity also increased by 335 MW to 59,413 MW as of March 2025. The gross power generation for the year was recorded at 372.825 billion units (BUs), marking a rise of 3.07% from the previous year's figure of 361.703 BUs.

The average tariff for electricity during FY25 was set at Rs 4.70 per kilowatt-hour (kWh). Coal supply to power plants from captive mines increased to 253.26 million metric tonnes (MMT) compared to 231.64 MMT in FY24.

Future Energy Projects and Nuclear Ambitions

NTPC is actively working on expanding its energy portfolio with around 80 GW currently operational and another 34 GW under construction. The company is focusing on green energy through its subsidiary NTPC Green Energy Ltd (NGEL), with plans for an additional 18 GW contracted and awarded and another 9 GW under development.

In alignment with India's net-zero carbon emission goals by 2070 and a national target of achieving a nuclear capacity of 100 GW by 2047, NTPC aims to develop 30 GW of nuclear power. The government approved ASHVINI for building and operating nuclear plants in FY24-25.

NTPC has initiated the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project with four reactors of 700 MW each and established NTPC Parmanu Urja Nigam Limited in January 2025 as a wholly-owned subsidiary to explore advanced nuclear technologies.

Pumped Storage Projects and Renewable Transition

NTPC is strategically positioned with a robust pumped storage portfolio totaling an impressive capacity of 21,240 MW—10,200 MW under NTPC and another 11,040 MW through THDC and NEEPCO partnerships.

The first project with a capacity of 1,000 MW will soon be commissioned through Tehri PSP. Preliminary Feasibility Reports have been completed for eighteen projects while Detailed Project Reports for four are nearing completion.

These pumped storage assets offer over four decades of operational life with regulated returns that are attractive financially. They play a crucial role as infrastructure supporting India's renewable transition while ensuring long-term stability and advancing energy security alongside climate goals.

NTPC continues its commitment to sustainable growth through strategic expansions across various energy sectors while aligning with national objectives for cleaner energy solutions.

With inputs from PTI