Radar system order value
₹700 crore
New
L1 bid for complete radar system for a helicopter platform; execution over 5-7 years.
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10 Feb 2026
Centum Electronics Ltd — Q3 FY26
Centum Electronics delivered a strong standalone Q3 FY26 with revenue of ₹238 crore (+27% YoY) and EBITDA of ₹26 crore (+27% YoY), driven by robust execution in defense and space programs.
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Centum Electronics delivered a strong standalone Q3 FY26 with revenue of ₹238 crore (+27% YoY) and EBITDA of ₹26 crore (+27% YoY), driven by robust execution in defense and space programs. The company decisively restructured overseas subsidiaries: discontinued Canadian operations and initiated divestment/judicial reorganization for French subsidiaries, booking one-time impairments of ₹153.8 crore (standalone) and ₹57 crore (consolidated). Key wins include a L1 bid for a ₹700 crore radar system for a helicopter platform and a strategic partnership with GRSC for air navigation systems (₹500 crore opportunity). The order book strengthened, with Q4 expected to see further inflows. Risks include potential further operating losses from French subsidiaries until deconsolidation and lumpy execution in the BTS segment.
Key Numbers
Air navigation system opportunity
₹500 crore
New
Partnership with GRSC; first order of ₹30 crore received; 3-5 year horizon.
Semiconductor equipment customer revenue run-rate
$10 million
New
FY26 expected revenue from new customer; target $30 million annual run-rate in 2 years.
Standalone EBITDA margin 9M FY26
12.1%
+200 bps YoY
Improved scale, better program mix, and operating leverage in India ESDM business.
Management Guidance
Radar system order expected in Q4 FY26
Management expects to receive the order for the ₹700 crore radar system in Q4 FY26.
Management guidance revenueSemiconductor equipment customer to reach $30 million annual run-rate in 2 years
Revenue from the new semiconductor equipment customer is expected to grow from $10 million in FY26 to $30 million annual run-rate within two years.
Management guidance growthQ4 FY26 standalone margins to improve
Management expects to maintain or improve standalone EBITDA margins in Q4 FY26, driven by operating leverage and higher revenue.
Management guidance marginsFrench subsidiary restructuring timeline
Clarity on French subsidiary divestment or judicial reorganization expected by Q4 FY26 reporting.
Management guidance otherKey Risks
Further operating losses from French subsidiary
Until deconsolidation, operating losses from French subsidiary will continue to impact consolidated financials.
medium · analyst_questionLumpy execution in BTS segment
BTS revenues are tied to major program deliveries, leading to quarter-on-quarter volatility.
low · management_commentaryLow recovery from Canadian subsidiary
Management expects minimal cash recovery from Canadian subsidiary after winding up.
low · analyst_questionGeopolitical risks impacting European operations
Prolonged weak macro environment in Europe and subdued demand in R&D services market affected turnaround efforts.
medium · management_commentaryNotable Quotes
This quarter clearly represents an important inflection point for Centum with few critical announcements.
We have discontinued operations in our Canada based subsidiaries and initiated closure related actions.
We were declared L1 bidder for the development and production of a complete radar system for a major airborne platform of a defense PSU.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Centum Electronics's revenue in Q3 FY26?
Centum Electronics reported revenue of ₹331 Cr in Q3 FY26, representing a +27% change compared to the same quarter last year.
What guidance did Centum Electronics management give for FY27?
Radar system order expected in Q4 FY26: Management expects to receive the order for the ₹700 crore radar system in Q4 FY26. Semiconductor equipment customer to reach $30 million annual run-rate in 2 years: Revenue from the new semiconductor equipment customer is expected to grow from $10 million in FY26 to $30 million annual run-rate within two years. Q4 FY26 standalone margins to improve: Management expects to maintain or improve standalone EBITDA margins in Q4 FY26, driven by operating leverage and higher revenue. French subsidiary restructuring timeline: Clarity on French subsidiary divestment or judicial reorganization expected by Q4 FY26 reporting.
What are the key risks for Centum Electronics in FY27?
Key risks include Further operating losses from French subsidiary — Until deconsolidation, operating losses from French subsidiary will continue to impact consolidated financials.; Lumpy execution in BTS segment — BTS revenues are tied to major program deliveries, leading to quarter-on-quarter volatility.; Low recovery from Canadian subsidiary — Management expects minimal cash recovery from Canadian subsidiary after winding up.; Geopolitical risks impacting European operations — Prolonged weak macro environment in Europe and subdued demand in R&D services market affected turnaround efforts..
Did Centum Electronics meet its previous quarter's guidance?
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Where can I read the full Centum Electronics Q3 FY26 concall transcript?
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