Mumbai: NRB Bearings Limited, India’s leading manufacturer of cylindrical and needle roller bearings and a pioneer in friction solutions for the automotive sector, has reported strong financial results for the second quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025. The company posted a 30.2% year-on-year rise in standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q2FY26, reaching ₹36.5 crore, while consolidated EBITDA margin touched 20.9%, underscoring operational efficiency and strategic momentum.
Revenue from operations for Q2FY26 stood at ₹325.2 crore, up 7.9% from ₹301.5 crore in Q2FY25. Consolidated EBITDA rose to ₹67.9 crore, marking a 9.1% increase year-on-year. PAT for the quarter was ₹41.4 crore, up 15.2% from the previous year. On a half-year basis, consolidated revenue reached ₹635.3 crore, with EBITDA at ₹128.7 crore and PAT at ₹73.3 crore, reflecting year-on-year growth of 7.5%, 17.4%, and 19.0% respectively.
Standalone performance for H1FY26 was equally strong, with total income rising 9.9% to ₹595.2 crore and PAT surging 37.9% to ₹62.9 crore. EBITDA margin improved to 18.5%, up from 16.0% in H1FY25.
Commenting on the results, Managing Director Harshbeena Zaveri said, “We are pleased to report our Q2FY26 and H1FY26 results, reflecting steady growth and continued strong financial performance for three quarters in a row, in spite of the delay of the GST implementation that cast a shadow on the last quarter demand.”
NRB’s growth strategy is anchored in product innovation, deeper market penetration, and diversification into high-growth industrial segments. The company is expanding its product range to serve off-highway and construction equipment, industrial machinery, and agriculture, with strategic plans to enter aerospace, defence, and robotics.
In line with its sustainability goals, NRB completed the acquisition of an 8.5% stake in Ampere Private Limited to source up to 15 MWp of solar power in Maharashtra, enhancing its renewable energy footprint.
The company has embarked on a ₹200 crore expansion plan aimed at achieving a ₹2,500+ crore turnover by 2031. This roadmap includes forging global joint ventures, pursuing selective acquisitions, and modernizing its manufacturing ecosystem to boost automation, capacity, and mass-customization capabilities.
NRB continues to invest in R&D and emerging technologies to maintain its competitive edge and drive sustainable growth. With a focus on high-entry-barrier industries and global expansion, the company is positioning itself as a leader in next-generation friction solutions across mobility and industrial applications.
