Summary:
In Q1 FY26, BSNL reported an increase of ₹5,026.4 crore in the 14.51% year-to-year (YoY) operating revenue, while its net loss increased to ₹1,049 crore as compared to ₹1,049 crore. Despite the quarterly loss, falling expenses and increasing revenue indicate that BSNL is getting more efficient, strengthening its route towards profitability and preparing for its 4G and 5G rollout plans.
The state-run telecom operator of India, BSNL has released its Q1 FY26 financial results. The company posted a net loss of ₹1,049 crore, which is less than ₹1,542 crore reported in Q1 FY25. On the positive side, BSNL’s revenue from operations increased by 14.51% YoY to ₹5,026.4 crore, which shows an increase in its subscriber base and high average revenue per user (ARPU).
Key Highlights of BSNL Q1 FY26 Results
- Revenue from operations earnings of ₹5,026.4 crore (up 14.51% YoY)
- Net loss of ₹1,049 crore (vs ₹1,542 crore in Q1 FY25)
- EBITDA of ₹1,501.9 crore, showing strong operational performance
- Expenses fell 9.4% sequentially to ₹6,840 crore
This trend- increase in revenue and falling expenses suggests that BSNL is gradually getting more agitated and efficient in managing its operations.
“BSNL Q1 FY26: BSNL achieves 4x plus EBITDA YoY
— BSNL India (@BSNLCorporate) August 19, 2025
• BSNL achieved EBITDA up 335% YoY to ₹1,501.9 Cr (from ₹345.3 cr in Q1 FY25)
• Total income grew +23% YoY to ₹5,787 cr (from ₹4,720 in Q1 FY25)
• Employee expenses & OPEX decreased by -2% YoY ₹4,286 (From… pic.twitter.com/nSYYR1Ci9U
Focus on 4G Expansion and 5G Readiness
BSNL priority is the deployment of 1 lakh 4G sites across India, a project that has been delayed, but continuously moving forward. Meanwhile, the telco has also started 5G tests in major circles like New Delhi, which aims to launch services in select areas after completion of 4G expansion.
What This Means for BSNL
While profitability remains a challenge, the narrow disadvantages of BSNL, improvement in EBITDA, and low cost highlight a positive change in its financial health. With continuous government support, network modernization, and upcoming 4G/5G rollouts, BSNL itself is leading as a strong contestant against private players such as Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea.
