Comprehensive Financial Performance and Corporate Disclosure
Info Edge (India) Limited reported exceptional financial results for FY26, with standalone net profit surging 615% year-over-year to ₹55,357.08 million, primarily driven by a ₹51,675.06 million exceptional gain from the reclassification of investments following the amalgamation of Makesense Technologies Limited with PB Fintech Limited. Revenue from operations grew 15.01% to ₹30,520.29 million, with the Recruitment Solutions segment contributing 74% of total revenue and maintaining strong profitability of ₹12,771.84 million.
Dividend Declarations and Capital Actions
The company declared multiple dividends during FY26, including two interim dividends of ₹2.40 per share each (November 2025 and February 2026) totaling ₹5,439 million, and has recommended a final dividend of ₹3.60 per share subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM, bringing the total dividend payout to ₹5,444.93 million. The company also implemented a 5:1 stock split during the year, subdividing each equity share of ₹10 face value into five shares of ₹2 face value, with record date of May 7, 2025.
Annual General Meeting and Corporate Governance
The 31st Annual General Meeting is scheduled for August 25, 2026, to be held virtually via video conferencing. Key agenda items include adoption of financial statements, declaration of final dividend, re-appointment of director Mr. Kapil Kapoor, and appointment of two new independent directors - Ms. Radha Rajappa and Mr. Rajesh Magow - for five-year terms. The company confirmed full compliance with SEBI LODR regulations and received clean audit reports from S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP, though auditors reported a fraud involving ₹159.80 million in the 99acres business segment with no material financial impact expected.
Financial Position and Investments
The company's balance sheet strengthened significantly with total assets reaching ₹413,487.94 million, including non-current investments of ₹357,345.04 million primarily in listed entities such as Eternal Ltd. (formerly Zomato Ltd., 12.43% holding) and PB Fintech Ltd. (12.12% holding). Consolidated financials showed revenue of ₹32,847.32 million with Recruitment Solutions generating ₹23,432.17 million while 99acres reported a loss of ₹591.59 million.
Shareholding and Corporate Structure
Promoter holding stood at 37.50% as of March 31, 2026, with Mr. Sanjeev Bikhchandani holding 24.06%, Endeavour Holding Trust 6.22%, and Mr. Hitesh Oberoi 4.94%. Significant public shareholders included ICICI Prudential Large & Mid Cap Fund (6.23%) and Life Insurance Corporation of India (3.75%). The company maintained 99.99% dematerialization of shares and reported full compliance with all regulatory requirements including corporate governance norms.
Operational Segments and Future Outlook
The Group operates through four service verticals: Recruitment Solutions (Naukri.com), Real Estate (99acres.com), Matchmaking (Jeevansathi), and Education (Shiksha). Geographic revenue was predominantly domestic at ₹30,727.23 million with overseas contribution of ₹2,120.09 million. The company continues to maintain strong cash reserves and investments while expanding through strategic investments in joint ventures and subsidiaries, positioning for sustained growth in the digital services sector.