New Delhi: Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDI), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has reported a 23% year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹311.11 crore for the first half of the financial year 2026-27 (H1 FY27). The company’s revenue from operations also registered double-digit growth during the April-September period, supported by higher activity across its Exploration and Planning & Design segments.
CMPDI reported a net profit of ₹252.69 crore in H1 FY26. Its revenue from operations increased by 12% to ₹1,074.68 crore, compared with ₹961.12 crore in the corresponding period of the previous financial year.
The company’s profit before tax (PBT) rose 24% to ₹419.65 crore in H1 FY27, against ₹338.56 crore a year earlier. Its EBITDA margin on net sales improved to 40.54% from 36.97%, indicating stronger operating performance during the six-month period.
Alongside its financial results, the company’s Board of Directors declared a second interim dividend of ₹1.05 per equity share for FY27, with October 29, 2026, fixed as the record date.
CMPDI Q2 FY27 Results: Net Profit Rises 10% to ₹194.84 Crore
CMPDI reported a standalone net profit of ₹194.84 crore for the second quarter of FY27 (Q2 FY27), compared with ₹177.13 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year, marking a year-on-year increase of approximately 10%.
Revenue from operations grew 7.5% to ₹593.31 crore during the quarter, against ₹551.87 crore in Q2 FY26.
The company’s reported financial figures also showed an increase in EBITDA to ₹259.49 crore from ₹221.56 crore in the year-ago quarter. However, the supplied figures require clarification regarding the EBITDA calculation and margin basis before a definitive comparison can be made.
CMPDI Q2 FY27 Financial Performance
- Revenue from Operations: ₹593.31 crore in Q2 FY27, up 7.5% from ₹551.87 crore in Q2 FY26.
- Standalone Net Profit: ₹194.84 crore, an increase of 10% from ₹177.13 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.
- EBITDA: ₹259.49 crore, up 17.1% from ₹221.56 crore in Q2 FY26.
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CMPDI H1 FY27 Financial Performance
The company maintained growth in revenue and profitability during the first six months of FY27. Its net profit increased faster than revenue, while the EBITDA margin improved compared with the previous financial year.
The key financial indicators for H1 FY27 are as follows:
- Revenue from Operations: ₹1,074.68 crore in H1 FY27, up 12% from ₹961.12 crore in H1 FY26.
- Profit After Tax (PAT): ₹311.11 crore, an increase of 23% from ₹252.69 crore.
- Profit Before Tax (PBT): ₹419.65 crore, up 24% from ₹338.56 crore.
- EBITDA Margin on Net Sales: Improved to 40.54% from 36.97%, an increase of 357 basis points.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): ₹4.36, compared with ₹3.54 in H1 FY26, registering 23% growth.
The improvement in the EBITDA margin suggests better operating profitability over the six-month period, while growth in earnings per share reflects the increase in profit available to shareholders.
Planning & Design Segment Records Strong Growth
CMPDI’s Planning & Design segment recorded significant growth during H1 FY27, with sales increasing 23% to ₹219.47 crore.
The segment’s profit rose sharply to ₹51.83 crore from ₹12.05 crore in the corresponding period of the previous year. The growth was supported by increased activity in Engineering Design (ED)-based assignments and research and development (R&D) work.
The performance highlights the contribution of technical consultancy, engineering design and research activities to the company’s overall business.
Exploration Remains CMPDI’s Largest Revenue Contributor
The Exploration segment continued to be CMPDI’s largest revenue contributor during the first half of FY27. Sales from the segment increased 13% to ₹498 crore.
The company’s Geomatics and Environment segments also contributed to its business performance.
The Geomatics segment generated sales of ₹175.40 crore and reported a profit of ₹143.69 crore, according to the figures provided. These segment-level results underline the importance of specialised technical services in CMPDI’s consultancy operations.
CMPDI’s exploration, mine planning, geological assessment and environmental services support coal and mineral resource development across the country.
CMPDI Declares Second Interim Dividend of ₹1.05 Per Share
CMPDI’s Board of Directors has approved a second interim dividend of ₹1.05 per equity share for FY27. The dividend will be paid on shares with a face value of ₹2 each.
October 29, 2026, has been fixed as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility for the dividend. The company is scheduled to make the payment on or before November 22, 2026.
The second interim dividend follows the first interim dividend distributed earlier in the current financial year. The declaration reflects the company’s decision to provide an additional return to eligible shareholders.
About Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDI)
Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited is a subsidiary of Coal India Limited and a leading consultancy organisation serving the coal and mineral industries. Headquartered in Ranchi, Jharkhand, CMPDI provides services in mine planning and design, coal and mineral exploration, geological studies, environmental management, geomatics and mining-related research. The company supports the development of mining projects through technical consultancy, resource assessment and specialised engineering services.
