Quarterly Financial Results
CMPDI Q1 FY27 Results: Revenue Rises 17.6%; PAT Jumps 53.9% on Strong Consulting & Exploration Business
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- Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDI) reported a strong start to FY27, driven by robust growth across its consulting and exploration businesses.
- Revenue from operations increased 17.6% YoY to ₹481.37 crore, while EBITDA grew 61.9% and Profit After Tax (PAT) surged 53.9% YoY to ₹116.27 crore.
- During the quarter, the company expanded its domestic and international project pipeline through multiple strategic MoUs and secured an exploration licence for a Rare Earth Elements (REE) block in Rajasthan.Â
PRICE-SENSITIVE TRIGGER
Event: CMPDI announced its Q1 FY27 financial results along with key operational and business developments for the quarter ended 30 June 2026.
Type: Quarterly Financial Results
Impact: Positive
Immediate Effect: The company delivered double-digit revenue growth, significant margin expansion, and strong profit growth supported by higher consulting revenue, exploration activities, and improved operating leverage.Â
Metrics:
Key Financial Metrics:
- Revenue from Operations (Net of Levies): ₹481.37 crore (+17.6% YoY)
- Total Income: ₹504.02 crore (+19.1% YoY)
- EBITDA: ₹168.10 crore (+61.9% YoY)
- EBITDA Margin: 34.92% (vs 25.38% in Q1 FY26)
- Profit Before Tax (PBT): ₹160.14 crore (+67.9% YoY)
- Profit After Tax (PAT): ₹116.27 crore (+53.9% YoY)
- PAT Margin (on Total Income): 23.07% (vs 17.85%)
- EPS: ₹1.63 (vs ₹1.06)
- Net Worth: ₹2,395.51 crore (+13.45% YoY)
Segment Performance:
- Exploration: Revenue ₹254.92 crore (+18% YoY)
- Planning & Design: Revenue ₹100.48 crore (+26% YoY)
- Environment: Revenue ₹86.81 crore (+24% YoY)
- Geomatics: Revenue ₹39.16 crore (-9% YoY)
Highlight:
- Strong EBITDA margin expansion to 34.92% and a 53.9% increase in PAT highlight improved operating efficiency alongside higher consulting and exploration revenues.
What Happened ?
CMPDI reported a robust Q1 FY27 performance with strong growth in both revenue and profitability. Higher business volumes across planning & design, exploration, and environmental consulting drove revenue growth, while operating leverage and higher other income supported a sharp increase in earnings.
The quarter also witnessed multiple strategic business developments, including domestic and international consultancy agreements, collaboration for mineral exploration, and the grant of an exploration licence for a Rare Earth Elements (REE) block in Rajasthan.
key details
Business & Operational Updates:
- Executed an MoU with NML for consultancy services related to the development and operation of NTPC Mining Ltd. mines.
- Signed an agreement with International Coal Ventures Limited (ICVL) to prepare the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Tete East Coal Project in Mozambique.
- Entered into an MoU with MECL for coal and non-coal mineral exploration activities.
- Received an Exploration Licence from the Government of Rajasthan for the Nawatala Dewigarh Rare Earth Elements (REE) block in Barmer.
- Planning & Design revenue increased primarily due to higher ED-based projects, PMC assignments, and e-auction services.
- Exploration revenue benefited from increased departmental and outsourced drilling activities.
- Environmental services recorded healthy growth due to higher environmental assignments and sample-based revenues.
- Geomatics revenue declined because of lower survey and OBR-related work.Â
Note:
- The company’s diversified consultancy portfolio across mining, exploration, environmental services, and international assignments continues to support sustainable business growth beyond traditional coal-sector projects.
Risk Analysis
Summary:
- CMPDI delivered a strong operational quarter with broad-based business growth. However, execution risks on consultancy projects, dependence on government and mining sector spending, and slower performance in specific business segments remain key monitoring factors.
Key Risks:
- Geomatics segment revenue declined by 9% YoY.
- Exploration expenses increased due to higher outsourced drilling activity.
- Employee costs and material costs recorded modest increases during the quarter.
- International consultancy projects remain subject to execution and geopolitical risks.
- Growth remains linked to capital expenditure in mining and infrastructure sectors.Â
Worst Case:
- Delays in execution of consultancy assignments, reduced exploration spending, or slower project awards from government and mining companies could moderate revenue growth and profitability in future quarters.
Risk Level: Low
Company Commentary
- Management highlighted strong financial performance led by higher consulting revenues and improved operational efficiency.
- Revenue growth was supported by Planning & Design, Exploration, and Environmental consulting businesses.
- Strategic MoUs and international consultancy assignments expanded the company’s project pipeline.
- The Rajasthan REE exploration licence strengthens CMPDI’s presence in critical mineral exploration.
- Continued investment in exploration and consultancy capabilities positions the company for long-term growth.Â
Official Exchange Filing: CMPDI Limited
