Castrol India posted Q1 FY2026 profit after tax of ₹2.42 bn, up 3.7% YoY from ₹2.33 bn.
Revenue rose ~9% to ₹15.45 bn, driven by double‑digit rural portfolio growth and stronger premium‑segment sales.
Total expenses also increased 9% due to higher raw‑material and packing costs, limiting margin expansion.
Despite earnings rise, the stock slipped nearly 1% on the Indian exchange after the results announcement.