New Delhi: Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-owned telecom giant, has posted a net profit of Rs 280 crore for the fourth quarter (Q4) ending March 31, 2025, marking its second consecutive quarterly profit for the first time in 18 years. This is a remarkable turnaround from the Rs 849 crore loss the company incurred during the same period last year.
Union Minister for Civil Aviation and Steel, Mr Jyotiraditya Scindia, announced the achievement on Tuesday, highlighting the company’s consistent performance and the significant strides made under the current management. “For the first time in 18 years, BSNL has posted back-to-back quarterly profits. Not just operating profits, but net profits for two consecutive quarters, after 2007,” Scindia said while addressing the media.
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Key Highlights
- Profit Growth: BSNL’s profit after tax for Q3 FY25 stood at Rs 262 crore.
- Turnaround: The company reduced its net loss for FY24 from Rs 5,370 crore to Rs 2,247 crore, marking a 58% reduction.
- Revenue Growth: Operating revenue for FY25 rose by 7.8%, reaching Rs 20,841 crore, up from Rs 19,330 crore in FY24.
Core Business Segments Show Healthy Growth
Minister Scindia emphasized the performance of BSNL’s core business areas–
- FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home): Revenue grew by 10%, reaching Rs 2,923 crore.
- Mobility Revenue: BSNL’s mobility revenue increased by 6%, touching Rs 7,499 crore.
- Enterprise & Leased Line: The enterprise segment’s revenue grew by 3.5%, reaching Rs 4,096 crore.
4G Services and Tower Rollouts
BSNL’s 4G services have now been fully activated, with the company having rolled out 93,450 towers for 4G connectivity. The deployment of 4G/5G networks has been accelerated as part of the company’s plan to modernize and expand its services across India. BSNL’s asset monetization has also seen a significant rise, increasing by 77% to Rs 1,120 crore in FY25.
Record Capex Deployment
BSNL’s capital expenditure (Capex) for FY25 reached a record Rs 24,432 crore, the highest amount ever in any financial year. This investment is primarily aimed at further improving the telecom infrastructure and expanding the company’s 4G and 5G services.
Management’s Vision for the Future
BSNL’s Chairman and Managing Director, A. Robert J Ravi, attributed the turnaround to professional management, government support, and the company’s focus on both topline and bottom-line growth. He emphasized that BSNL is not merely being revived but is being redefined to meet the demands of modern telecom services.
“We are not just chasing profits. Our goal is to redefine telecom excellence in public service. By providing excellent service, reaching the unreached, and innovating for inclusivity, profits will naturally follow,” Ravi added.
Looking Ahead
BSNL’s resurgence, underpinned by disciplined cost control, robust 4G and 5G deployment, and a clear focus on public service, has set the company on a sustainable growth path. With ongoing improvements and strategic investments, BSNL aims to continue enhancing connectivity across India, offering affordable, high-quality telecom services to every corner of the country.
4G/5G Services
BSNL’s remarkable recovery, demonstrated by its back-to-back profits and increasing revenues, marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey. The company’s focus on infrastructure development, including the rapid deployment of 4G/5G services, along with its commitment to delivering excellent service, positions it for long-term success in the highly competitive telecom market.
About BSNL
BSNL, a central public sector undertaking under the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, is playing a key role in India’s digital transformation. With its headquarters in New Delhi, BSNL is focusing on accelerated 4G expansion, fiber-optic upgrades, and new digital offerings like National WiFi Roaming, BiTV for mobile users, and IFTV for FTTH customers. BSNL was established on October 1, 2000 by the Government of India.
