Coal India Limited Announces Interim Dividend Following Unaudited Q1 Results

Coal India Limited Announces Interim Dividend Following Unaudited Q1 Results​

Coal India Limited (CIL) announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026. Concurrently, the company’s Board of Directors declared an interim dividend for the Financial Year 2026-27. The results cover both standalone and consolidated operations, while the board meeting recommending the dividend was held on July 27, 2026.

The Board of Directors recommended and subsequently announced an interim dividend of Rs 5.50 per equity share. This dividend is based on a face value of Rs 10/- per equity share. CIL set Friday, July 31, 2026, as the ‘Record Date’ to determine shareholder eligibility for the payment. The interim dividend is scheduled for payment on or before August 25, 2026.

Financial Performance Highlights (Consolidated)​

CIL released a detailed statement of consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. A key operational note highlights the accounting policy regarding stripping activity. The provision related to stripping activities for the quarter amounted to [1,830.30] crore, compared to previous years' figures, demonstrating systematic adjustments in reporting.

The company reported that a balance of Rs 55,728.17 crores as of June 30, 2026 is being carried forward regarding the stripping activity provision and other equity matters, which will be adjusted and recognized in subsequent periods.

Operational Updates from Subsidiaries​

The review reports provided by independent statutory auditors for some subsidiaries included important operational details:

• SECL Mining Closure: The Independent Statutory Auditor of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) reported that the company closed mining activities at Pelma IV/2 and IV/3 (Custodian coal mines) on April 21, 2023.
• MoC Liability: Regarding GSE Palma IV/1, IV/2, and IV/3 mines operated by SECL as a designated custodian, the company crystallized an amount payable to MoC at Rs 513.75 crores against their demand of Rs 2,880.89 crores, with the remaining amount shown as Contingent Liability amounting to Rs 2,367.14 crores.

Consolidated and Standalone Financial Data Snapshot (in crore)​

The financial results for both consolidated and standalone operations demonstrate performance across the reporting period.

Consolidated Financial Results (Q1 ended 30.06.2026)​

Standalone Financial Results (Q1 ended 30.06.2026)​

Associated Entities and Joint Ventures​

The consolidated results reflect the performance of several subsidiaries and joint ventures. Key affiliated entities include:

• Subsidiaries: Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), and CMPDIL.
• Joint Ventures: Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL), CIL NTPC Urja Private Limited (CNUPL), Talcher Fertilizers Limited (TFL), International Coal Venture Private Limited (ICVPL), DVC CIL Power Private Limited (DCPPL), and Coal Lignite Urja Vikash Private Limited (CLUVPL).

The unaudited interim financial results for eight subsidiaries—including step-down entities like Jharkhand Central Railway Limited, Chhattisgarh East Railway Limited, Chhattisgarh East West Railway Limited, Mahanadi Coal Railway Limited, and MNH Shakti Limited—reflect a total income of Rs 48,468.69 crores, with a net profit after tax of Rs 8,517.80 crores for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.

COALINDIA Stock Price Movement​

Shares of Coal India Limited settled down today, shedding 0.09% to close at ₹427.5. The stock recorded a traded volume of 5.24 million shares during the session.