HUDCO - H U D C O
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Housing & Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) has been assigned an ESG rating of 58, which falls under the 'Adequate' category. This rating was provided by ESG Risk Assessments and Insights Limited based on information available in the public domain. The company clarified that it did not formally engage the provider for this rating. This disclosure provides a baseline for the company's environmental, social, and governance performance for institutional investors.
- Assigned an ESG score of 58 by ESG Risk Assessments and Insights Limited.
- The rating is officially categorized as 'Adequate'.
- The assessment was unsolicited and based solely on public domain information.
- Disclosure made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
HUDCO has responded to a clarification sought by the National Stock Exchange regarding its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The exchange had flagged the omission of the Debt-Equity Ratio in the XBRL filing submitted on January 29, 2026. HUDCO clarified that the field was left blank inadvertently and has now officially confirmed the Debt-Equity ratio stands at 7.28. This filing resolves the regulatory query and ensures full disclosure of leverage metrics.
- NSE sought clarification on missing Debt-Equity ratio in XBRL filing for Q3 FY26
- HUDCO confirmed the Debt-Equity ratio was 7.28 as of December 31, 2025
- The company attributed the omission to an inadvertent error during the initial submission
- The clarification was issued following an exchange email dated February 10, 2026
Housing & Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) has been assigned an ESG rating of 64 by NSE Sustainability Ratings & Analytics Limited. The rating falls into the 'Adequate' category, reflecting the company's performance across environmental, social, and governance metrics. Notably, this was an unsolicited rating based on information available in the public domain rather than a direct engagement by the company. This disclosure highlights HUDCO's standing in the growing field of sustainable finance and institutional compliance.
- NSE Sustainability Ratings & Analytics Limited assigned an ESG score of 64.
- The assigned rating is classified under the 'Adequate' grade category.
- The rating was unsolicited and based entirely on publicly available information.
- Disclosure made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Housing & Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) has announced the extension of Smt. Madhu Nagrani's tenure as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) for an additional one-year period. The extension is effective from March 1, 2026, and aligns with RBI's governance directions for Non-Banking Financial Companies. Smt. Nagrani, who also serves as General Manager (Finance), will continue to oversee the company's risk management framework. This move ensures leadership continuity in a critical regulatory role for the state-owned NBFC.
- Tenure of Chief Risk Officer Smt. Madhu Nagrani extended for 1 year effective March 1, 2026.
- The extension is in compliance with RBI Non-Banking Financial Companies - Governance Directions.
- Smt. Madhu Nagrani concurrently holds the position of General Manager (Finance) at HUDCO.
- The decision ensures continuity in the company's risk oversight and regulatory compliance functions.
HUDCO's Bond Allotment Committee has approved the issuance of perpetual subordinated, unsecured, non-convertible debentures (NCDs) totaling Rs 1,442 crore. The fundraise consists of a base issue of Rs 500 crore and a green shoe option of Rs 942 crore, which was fully utilized. These bonds carry a coupon rate of 7.87% per annum and are intended to be listed on the BSE. While the instruments are perpetual, HUDCO retains a call option to redeem them after 10 years, subject to RBI approval.
- Total fundraise of Rs 1,442 crore through Series-1 2025-26 perpetual bonds
- Fixed coupon rate of 7.87% per annum with annual interest payments starting February 2027
- Issue includes a base size of Rs 500 crore and a green shoe option of Rs 942 crore
- Instrument is perpetual with a call option exercisable after 10 years (February 13, 2036)
- Bonds are unsecured, taxable, and will be issued on a private placement basis
Fitch Ratings has affirmed HUDCO's Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings at 'BBB-' with a Stable outlook, matching India's sovereign rating. The affirmation is backed by the 'virtually certain' support from the Government of India, which maintains a 75% stake and close oversight. HUDCO reported strong operational momentum with a 16% loan book expansion in 2Q FY26 and exceptional asset quality with a net NPA of just 0.07%. Despite rapid growth leading to a moderate rise in leverage, the company maintains a healthy capital ratio of 38.03%.
- Fitch affirmed Long-Term IDRs at 'BBB-' with a Stable outlook, equalized with India's sovereign rating.
- Loan book grew by 16% in 2Q FY26, driven by the government's affordable housing and urban agenda.
- Asset quality remains robust with net NPA at a low 0.07% and high provision coverage.
- Capital adequacy ratio stood at 38.03% in 2Q FY26, providing headroom for continued balance sheet expansion.
- Total debt reached INR 1.3 trillion, supported by diversified funding sources and low near-term refinancing risk.
Acuite Ratings has assigned its highest 'ACUITE AAA' rating with a stable outlook to HUDCO's proposed Rs 4,500 crore Perpetual Tier 1 Bonds. This rating is underpinned by the Government of India's 75% ownership and HUDCO's strategic role in national housing and urban development projects. The company demonstrated strong growth in FY25, with Assets Under Management (AUM) rising 35% to Rs 1.24 lakh crore and PAT increasing 28% to Rs 2,709 crore. While asset quality has improved with GNPA at 1.67%, the rating note highlights a concentrated loan book where the top 20 borrowers account for 79% of the portfolio.
- Assigned 'ACUITE AAA' rating with a Stable outlook for Rs 4,500 crore Perpetual Tier 1 Bonds.
- AUM grew 35% YoY to Rs 1,24,828 crore in FY25, while PAT rose 28% to Rs 2,709.14 crore.
- Gross NPA improved significantly to 1.67% in FY25 from 2.71% in FY24; Net NPA is at 0.25%.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) remains strong at 46.60% as of March 2025.
- Company targets a loan book of Rs 3 lakh crore by FY2030 with a FY26 disbursement target of Rs 52,000 crore.
HUDCO reported a steady 25% growth in its loan book, maintaining a near-zero net NPA of 0.06%. While earnings were impacted by a one-time INR 470 crore loss from FCNR borrowings in the first 9 months, the management expects this impact to cease from the next quarter as they exit short-term FCNR instruments. The company has a robust sanction pipeline of INR 2.5 lakh crores and has signed MOUs worth INR 7-8 lakh crores to support its long-term growth. With increased government allocation of INR 2 trillion to states for infrastructure, HUDCO aims to double its loan book to INR 3 lakh crores by 2030.
- Loan book growth maintained at 25% with a target to reach INR 3 lakh crores by 2030.
- Asset quality remains exceptional with Net NPA at 0.06% following successful resolutions of legacy assets.
- One-time FCNR loss of INR 470 crores in 9M FY26; management to exit 1-year FCNR borrowings to stabilize costs.
- Strong pipeline with INR 1.4 lakh crores sanctioned this year and INR 2.5 lakh crores in total committed sanctions.
- Significant tailwinds from government infrastructure spending and the INR 2 trillion allocation to states in the budget.
Housing & Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) has officially released the audio recording of its earnings conference call conducted on February 4, 2026. This disclosure is a mandatory regulatory requirement under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The recording allows investors to hear management's detailed commentary on the company's financial performance and future growth strategy. Accessing this recording is crucial for understanding the nuances of the latest quarterly results beyond the reported numbers.
- Audio recording of the Earnings Call held on February 4, 2026, is now available for public access.
- The filing is in compliance with Regulation 30 and Schedule III of SEBI (LODR) Regulations.
- The recording can be accessed via the official link: https://hudco.org.in//writereaddata/Audio-CC-040226.mp3.
- The call typically covers management's outlook on the housing and urban infrastructure lending sectors.
Housing & Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) has scheduled an earnings conference call on February 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM IST. The call is intended to discuss the company's unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine-month period ending December 31, 2025. Senior management, including the Chairman & Managing Director and the Director of Finance, will be present to interact with analysts and institutional investors. This is a standard regulatory disclosure following the conclusion of the third quarter of the fiscal year.
- Earnings conference call set for Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 16:00 hrs IST.
- Management participants include CMD Sanjay Kulshrestha and Director (Finance) Daljeet Singh Khatri.
- The discussion will cover financial performance for Q3FY26 and the 9-month period ended Dec 31, 2025.
- The event is organized by DAM Capital Advisors Ltd with universal dial-in access available.
HUDCO reported a steady financial performance for the nine-month period ending December 2025, with net profit increasing 3.62% YoY to ₹2,053.06 crore. The loan book reached a record high of ₹1,55,631 crore, driven by a 51% surge in sanctions and a 30.86% growth in disbursements. Asset quality remains best-in-class with Net NPA dropping to 0.06% and a high Provision Coverage Ratio of 94.70%. Additionally, the company declared an interim dividend of ₹3.30 per share for FY26.
- Loan book grew 30.86% YoY to ₹1,55,631 crore, with 98.85% exposure to Government and its agencies.
- Asset quality improved significantly with Gross NPA at 1.08% and Net NPA at a record low of 0.06%.
- 9M FY26 sanctions reached ₹1,39,152 crore, a 51% increase compared to ₹92,151 crore in 9M FY25.
- Cost of incremental borrowings optimized to 6.34% in 9M FY26 from 7.46% in the previous year's period.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR) remains robust at 38.28%, providing significant room for future growth.
HUDCO reported a strong total income of ₹3,505.57 crore for Q3 FY26, up from ₹2,770.14 crore in the same quarter last year. While quarterly net profit saw a marginal decline to ₹713 crore, the nine-month profit grew to ₹2,053.06 crore. The board declared a third interim dividend of ₹1.15 per share and significantly enhanced its annual borrowing limit from ₹65,000 crore to ₹80,000 crore. Asset quality remains a highlight with zero fresh slippages in project loans during the first nine months of the fiscal year.
- Total income for Q3 FY26 rose to ₹3,505.57 crore compared to ₹2,770.14 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Declared 3rd interim dividend of ₹1.15 per equity share (11.50%) with a record date of Feb 7, 2026.
- Annual borrowing plan for FY 2025-26 enhanced by ₹15,000 crore to a total of ₹80,000 crore.
- Reported zero fresh slippages to NPA in project loans during the nine-month period ended Dec 31, 2025.
- Nine-month PAT increased to ₹2,053.06 crore from ₹1,981.40 crore in the previous year's corresponding period.
HUDCO reported a strong total income of ₹3,505.57 crore for Q3 FY26, up from ₹2,770.14 crore in the same quarter last year. While quarterly net profit saw a marginal decline to ₹713 crore from ₹735 crore, the nine-month profit grew to ₹2,053.06 crore. The company declared a 3rd interim dividend of ₹1.15 per share and significantly increased its FY26 borrowing limit by ₹15,000 crore to ₹80,000 crore. Notably, the company reported zero fresh slippages in project loans during the first nine months of the fiscal year.
- Total income for Q3 FY26 increased to ₹3,505.57 crore from ₹2,770.14 crore YoY.
- Declared 3rd interim dividend of ₹1.15 per equity share with a record date of February 7, 2026.
- Annual borrowing plan for FY 2025-26 enhanced from ₹65,000 crore to ₹80,000 crore.
- Zero fresh slippages in Project Loans recorded during the nine-month period ended Dec 31, 2025.
- Technical write-off of ₹13.25 crore for 9 chronic NPA cases while maintaining recovery efforts.
HUDCO reported a total income of 3,505.57 crore for Q3 FY26, a significant increase from 2,770.14 crore in the same quarter last year. Despite the revenue growth, Net Profit (PAT) marginally declined to 713 crore from 735.03 crore YoY, largely due to finance costs rising to 2,394.15 crore. The company declared a third interim dividend of 1.15 per share and substantially increased its annual borrowing limit by 15,000 crore to 80,000 crore. Asset quality remains a strong point with zero fresh slippages in project loans during the first nine months of the fiscal year.
- Total Revenue from Operations rose 24.3% YoY to 3,431.20 crore in Q3 FY26.
- Declared 3rd interim dividend of 1.15 per equity share with a record date of February 7, 2026.
- Annual borrowing plan for FY25-26 enhanced from 65,000 crore to 80,000 crore.
- Zero fresh slippages to NPA in Project Loans observed during the nine-month period ended December 2025.
- Finance costs increased by 35.8% YoY to 2,394.15 crore, impacting overall bottom-line growth.
CARE Ratings has reaffirmed HUDCO's highest credit ratings of 'AAA' and 'A1+' for its bank facilities and debt instruments totaling over ₹2 lakh crore. The rating reflects HUDCO's strategic importance to the Government of India, which maintains a 75% stake and utilizes the entity for key urban infrastructure and housing schemes. Financial performance remains robust with AUM growing 30% YoY to ₹1,44,554 crore as of September 2025. Asset quality has shown significant improvement, with Net NPAs declining to a negligible 0.07% compared to 0.25% in the previous fiscal year.
- CARE AAA; Stable rating reaffirmed for bank facilities (₹80,000 Cr) and multiple bond tranches.
- Net NPA improved significantly to 0.07% as of Sept 30, 2025, down from 0.25% in March 2025.
- AUM reached ₹1,44,554 crore in H1FY26, marking a 30% year-on-year growth.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) stands strong at 38.03%, well above the 15% regulatory requirement.
- 98.70% of the loan book is dedicated to the government sector, with 87.76% secured by guarantees.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total income grew by 30.2% YoY to INR 10,348 Cr in FY2025 from INR 7,948 Cr in FY2024. Post-transition to NBFC-IFC in August 2024, infrastructure lending grew significantly, contributing to a 35% YoY increase in outstanding loans for FY2025. H1 FY2026 revenue from operations reached record highs of INR 103.1 billion.
Geographic Revenue Split
The portfolio is highly concentrated in specific states: Telangana (TEL) accounts for 72% of net worth, while combined exposure to Telangana and Andhra Pradesh (AP) stands at 133% of net worth as of December 31, 2024. Other key regions include Delhi, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.
Profitability Margins
Net profit (PAT) increased by 28% to INR 2,709 Cr in FY2025 from INR 2,117 Cr in FY2024. Return on Average Tangible Net Worth (RoNW) improved to 15.7% in FY2025 from 13.2% in FY2024. Return on Managed Assets (RoMA) remained stable at 2.4% for both FY2024 and FY2025.
EBITDA Margin
Profitability is supported by low credit costs and operating expenses, with PAT for H1 FY2026 at INR 1,340 Cr, up 7.5% from INR 1,246 Cr in H1 FY2025. Net Interest Margins (NIMs) have remained range-bound over the last three years due to the low-risk nature of government-backed lending.
Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed as a traditional CAPEX figure; however, loan disbursements (the primary capital deployment) grew 123% to INR 40,038 Cr in FY2025. Assets Under Management (AUM) grew 41% YoY to INR 1,18,931 Cr as of December 31, 2024.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Maintains 'CARE AAA; Stable' and 'ICRA AAA; Stable' ratings. Borrowing costs are competitive due to quasi-sovereign status; total borrowings stood at INR 87,281 Cr as of March 31, 2025, with 50% sourced from bank loans and 30% from long-term tax-free/GoI fully serviced bonds (10-15 year tenure).
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Capital/Funds (Cost of Borrowing) represents the primary 'raw material' cost for HUDCO's lending operations.
Import Sources
Domestic capital markets and banks provide the majority of funding, supplemented by foreign currency borrowings and multilateral institution lines.
Key Suppliers
Major funding providers include the Government of India (fully serviced bonds of INR 20,000 Cr), National Housing Bank (NHB), and IIFCL for refinance assistance.
Capacity Expansion
Current AUM is INR 1,18,931 Cr as of December 2024. Sanctions reached a record INR 92,985 Cr in H1 FY2026, a 22% growth over the INR 76,000 Cr sanctioned in H1 FY2025, indicating massive pipeline expansion.
Raw Material Costs
Interest expenses are the primary cost; gearing levels increased to 7.0x as of September 30, 2025, from 4.5x in March 2024, reflecting higher leverage to fund the 123% growth in disbursements.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Gross Stage 3 assets improved to 1.7% in FY2025 from 2.7% in FY2024. Net Stage 3 assets improved to 0.2% from 0.4% in the same period, reflecting high recovery efficiency.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
18-22%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by the transition to NBFC-IFC status (August 2024), allowing higher exposure limits for infrastructure. Strategy includes financing 'Viksit Bharat' initiatives, clean energy, EV-charging stations, multi-modal transit hubs, and sustainable cities. HUDCO is also exploring joint ventures and M&As domestically and internationally.
Products & Services
Long-term finance for social housing, core urban infrastructure projects, and consultancy services for project appraisal.
Brand Portfolio
HUDCO (Navratna CPSE).
New Products/Services
Financing for renewable energy, hydro-electricity, and Flue Gas Desulphurization projects for environmental sustainability.
Market Expansion
Geographic diversification to reduce concentration in Telangana and AP; disbursements in FY2025 were spread more widely to mitigate regional risk.
Market Share & Ranking
Amongst top 200 companies by market cap in India; market capitalization reached INR 44,768 Cr by September 30, 2025.
Strategic Alliances
Strategic importance to the GoI with board representation (two government nominee directors) and access to low-cost multilateral funding.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward sustainable urban infrastructure. HUDCO's positioning as an NBFC-IFC allows it to capture the growing demand for green energy and multi-modal transit, moving beyond traditional housing finance.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other NBFCs and banks in the infrastructure space, but holds a unique position due to its mandate for social housing and urban development.
Competitive Moat
Moat is derived from its 'Quasi-Sovereign' status and 75% GoI ownership, providing access to low-cost funds and regulatory exemptions on concentration norms for government-guaranteed loans. This is highly sustainable as long as GoI maintains majority control.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to Central and State Government urban development budgets and the 'Viksit Bharat' policy framework.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward sustainable cities and green materials is driving HUDCO to finance eco-friendly infrastructure.
Geopolitical Risks
Limited direct risk, but indirect exposure if international M&A or joint ventures are pursued.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Transitioned from NBFC-HFC to NBFC-IFC in August 2024. RBI concentration norms are a key monitorable, though government-guaranteed exposures are currently exempt.
Environmental Compliance
Ensures all funded projects meet environmental protection parameters at the appraisal stage; financing FGD projects to help clients meet pollution norms.
Taxation Policy Impact
Utilizes Section 54EC of the Income Tax Act for tax-free bond issuances to lower funding costs.
Legal Contingencies
Not specifically disclosed in the provided documents, though 'regulatory censure' is noted as a risk for potential data security lapses.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Weak financial profiles of certain state governments could lead to delayed repayments, impacting liquidity. Potential impact is high given the 133% net worth exposure to AP and Telangana.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High; Telangana and Andhra Pradesh combined represent 133% of net worth.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on the Government of India for credit rating support and access to competitive capital markets.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Cybersecurity and data privacy are identified as key social risks that could lead to reputational damage.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Public sector loan book is 98.5% of total advances; credit risk is mitigated by government guarantees for 92% of the book.