TIMKEN - Timken India
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Timken India Limited has issued a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for two key board positions. The company proposes the re-appointment of Mr. Soumitra Hazra as an Independent Director for a second term of 3 years, effective May 31, 2026. Additionally, Mr. Michael Discenza is nominated for appointment as a Non-Executive Director starting April 15, 2026. The remote e-voting period for these resolutions is scheduled from March 6, 2026, to April 4, 2026.
- Proposed re-appointment of Mr. Soumitra Hazra as Independent Director for a 3-year term starting May 31, 2026.
- Proposed appointment of Mr. Michael Discenza as a Non-Executive Director effective April 15, 2026.
- Remote e-voting window is set for 30 days, beginning March 6 and ending April 4, 2026.
- The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility to vote is February 27, 2026.
Timken India reported a 13.8% YoY increase in Q3 FY26 revenue to ₹764.4 crores, driven by a 20% YoY growth in the mobile (CV) segment. However, profitability was impacted by transitional costs, including Labor Code adjustments and ramp-up expenses for the new Bharuch facility, leading to a 9-month PBT margin of 13.8% versus 15.9% last year. The company is targeting over 50% capacity utilization at its Bharuch plant by Q1 FY27, up from the current 30% level. Management remains optimistic about export opportunities following recent trade developments between India, the US, and the EU.
- Revenue grew 13.8% YoY to ₹764.4 crores in Q3 FY26, with 9-month revenue reaching ₹2,346 crores.
- Mobile segment revenue increased 20% YoY to ₹157.1 crores, reflecting strong demand in commercial vehicles.
- Bharuch plant utilization is currently at 30%, with all SRB and CRB lines now capitalized and undergoing customer approvals.
- One-time impacts from Labor Code and plant ramp-up costs compressed 9-month PBT margins to 13.8% from 15.9%.
- Investment of ₹35 crores in the new FRC line is on track for completion by Q1/Q2 FY27.
Timken India Limited has announced a group visit for analysts and institutional investors to its Research & Development Center in Bengaluru on February 18, 2026. This interaction is a standard regulatory disclosure under SEBI Regulation 30 aimed at enhancing investor engagement. While management will interact with the attendees, the company has clarified that no unpublished price sensitive information will be shared. Such visits are typically used by institutional investors to understand the company's technical infrastructure and innovation capabilities.
- Group visit for analysts and investors scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
- The event will take place in person at the Timken R&D Center located in Bengaluru.
- Disclosure made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- Company confirmed that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during the interaction.
Timken India Limited has released the audio recording of its post-results conference call for the third quarter of FY 2025-26, held on February 9, 2026. This disclosure is a standard regulatory requirement under SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements. The recording allows investors to hear management's detailed commentary on the company's financial performance and strategic outlook. Accessing this recording is crucial for fundamental analysts looking to understand the nuances behind the reported quarterly figures.
- Audio recording of the Q3 FY 2025-26 post-results call is now available for public access.
- The conference call was conducted on February 9, 2026, following the quarterly earnings announcement.
- Compliance filing made under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- Recording link is hosted on the company's official statutory compliance website section.
Timken India reported a standalone net profit of ₹498.49 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, a significant 33% decline compared to ₹743.06 million in the same period last year. While standalone revenue from operations grew 13.8% YoY to ₹7,643.76 million, profitability was pressured by rising material costs and a ₹46.74 million provision for new labor codes. The company successfully completed the acquisition of Timken GGB Technology for ₹1,288 million during the quarter. Additionally, the board has appointed Michael Discenza, CFO of the parent company, as a Non-Executive Director.
- Standalone Revenue from operations increased 13.8% YoY to ₹7,643.76 million.
- Standalone Net Profit fell 33% YoY to ₹498.49 million, with EPS dropping to ₹6.63 from ₹9.88.
- Completed 100% acquisition of Timken GGB Technology Private Limited for ₹1,288 million on December 1, 2025.
- Recognized a one-time employee benefit expense of ₹46.74 million due to the implementation of new Government Labour Codes.
- Michael Discenza (VP & CFO of The Timken Company) appointed as Non-Executive Director effective April 15, 2026.
Timken India reported a 14.1% YoY growth in consolidated revenue for Q3 FY26, reaching ₹7,796.69 million. However, consolidated net profit fell significantly by 30.2% YoY to ₹545.56 million, impacted by rising material costs and a one-time provision of ₹46.74 million for new Labour Codes. The company successfully completed the acquisition of Timken GGB Technology Private Limited for ₹1,288 million on December 1, 2025. Additionally, the board has appointed Mr. Michael Discenza as a Non-Executive Director effective April 2026.
- Consolidated Revenue from operations grew 14.1% YoY to ₹7,796.69 million.
- Consolidated Net Profit declined 30.2% YoY to ₹545.56 million from ₹782.08 million.
- Completed 100% acquisition of Timken GGB Technology Private Limited for ₹1,288 million.
- Recognized a one-time employee benefit expense of ₹46.74 million due to Government Labour Code notifications.
- Quarterly EPS dropped to ₹7.25 compared to ₹10.40 in the same quarter last year.
Timken India Limited has announced its post-results conference call for the third quarter of FY 2025-26, scheduled for February 9, 2026, at 4:30 PM IST. The session, organized by B&K Securities, will involve top management including Chairman & Managing Director Sanjay Koul and CFO Sujit Kumar Pattanaik. This call is a standard procedure for the company to discuss its quarterly financial performance with institutional investors and analysts. Participants can access the call through provided universal and international toll-free numbers.
- Conference call scheduled for February 9, 2026, at 16:30 IST to discuss 3QFY26 results.
- Management representation includes CMD Sanjay Koul and CFO Sujit Kumar Pattanaik.
- Universal dial-in numbers provided: +91 22 6280 1222 and +91 22 7115 8123.
- International toll-free access available for USA, UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Timken India Limited has submitted its compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, CB Management Services Private Limited, confirmed that all share certificates received for dematerialization were processed within the stipulated timelines. This process included the verification, mutilation, and cancellation of physical certificates, with the depositories' names updated in the register of members. This is a standard administrative filing ensuring regulatory compliance regarding shareholding records.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Registrar confirmed dematerialization requests were handled within stipulated timelines.
- Physical share certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due verification.
- Depositories' names were substituted in the Register of Members as the registered owners.
Timken India Limited has announced a delay in its plan to acquire a 26.1% equity stake in Sunstreamgreen Energy C&I Three Private Limited. The acquisition, which is intended to facilitate power procurement under a Group Captive Scheme, was originally scheduled for completion by December 2025. The company has now updated the expected completion date to on or before March 2026. This investment is part of Timken's strategy to manage energy costs through captive power arrangements.
- Acquisition involves a 26.1% equity stake in Sunstreamgreen Energy C&I Three Private Limited.
- The transaction is aimed at securing power under the Group Captive Scheme.
- Completion deadline extended from December 2025 to March 2026.
- The update follows an initial agreement disclosure made on September 22, 2025.
Timken India has received a rectified order from the Income Tax Department for Assessment Year 2022-23, significantly lowering a previous tax demand. The initial demand of ₹74.77 crore was reduced to ₹32.47 crore after the company pointed out that the department erroneously applied a tax rate of 34.94% instead of 25.168%. While the reduction is a positive development, the company still considers the remaining demand of ₹32.47 crore to be flawed and unsustainable. Timken plans to file an appeal to quash the remaining demand and does not anticipate any immediate financial impact.
- Income Tax Department reduced the tax demand from ₹74.77 crore to ₹32.47 crore following a rectification petition.
- The error involved the application of a 34.94% tax rate instead of the company's actual rate of 25.168%.
- The demand pertains to Assessment Year 2022-23 and includes interest under sections 234A, 234B, and 234C.
- Timken India intends to appeal the remaining ₹32.47 crore demand to get it quashed or further rectified.
- Company states there is no immediate financial or monetary impact expected from this order.
Timken India Limited has received an assessment order and demand notice from the Income Tax Department for the Assessment Year 2022-23. The department has challenged the company's transfer pricing methods regarding transactions with associated enterprises, resulting in an income upward revision of ₹89.08 crore. A total tax demand of ₹74.77 crore, including interest, has been raised against the company. Timken India maintains that the order is erroneous and plans to file an appeal, stating there is no immediate financial impact.
- Income Tax Department issued a demand notice of ₹74,76,70,348 (approx. ₹74.77 Cr) for AY 2022-23.
- The department increased the company's taxable income by ₹89,08,07,881 due to transfer pricing adjustments.
- The demand includes interest components under Sections 234A, 234B, and 234C of the Income Tax Act.
- The dispute centers on the distribution segment and the methods used to determine arm's length pricing.
- Company intends to appeal the order before the appropriate authority to get it quashed or rectified.
Timken India Limited has resolved a legal dispute with a shareholder concerning the transmission of shares dating back to 2020-21. The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission of Himachal Pradesh disposed of the appeal following a mutual settlement between the parties. Previously, a District Commission had ordered the company to pay Rs 15,000 in compensation and Rs 10,000 in litigation costs. With this settlement, the company is no longer required to pay these amounts, resulting in zero financial impact.
- Settlement reached in the matter of Mr. Ravi Shankar Sood v/s Timken India and its RTA.
- State Commission disposed of the appeal without any costs or penalties to the company.
- Company avoids payment of Rs 15,000 compensation and Rs 10,000 litigation costs previously ordered.
- The financial impact on the company's operations is nil following the settlement.
Timken India Limited has announced the resignation of Mr. S Harish, who served as the General Manager - HR (India). The resignation was submitted on September 15, 2025, and will be officially effective from the close of business hours on December 15, 2025. The executive cited family reasons and personal priorities as the cause for his departure. This transition follows a standard three-month notice period as per company policy.
- Mr. S Harish has resigned from the position of General Manager - HR (India) effective December 15, 2025.
- The resignation letter was originally dated September 15, 2025, fulfilling a 3-month notice period.
- The departure is attributed to personal priorities and family reasons rather than professional disagreements.
- The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Timken India Limited has completed the purchase of equity shares of Timken GGB Technology Private Limited from Timken Europe B.V. and The Timken Company. This acquisition was completed on December 1, 2025, following earlier communications on November 3, 2025, and November 22, 2025. The announcement was made to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited, informing them of the completed transaction. This acquisition signifies Timken India's strategic move to expand its business.
- Acquisition of Timken GGB Technology Private Limited completed on 1 December, 2025
- Seller was Timken Europe B.V. and The Timken Company
- Previous communications regarding the acquisition were made on 3 November, 2025 & 22 November, 2025
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total revenue for Q1 FY26 was INR 808.8 Cr, a 3.2% increase YoY. Segment performance: Rail contributed INR 196.5 Cr (24% of total), Mobile INR 156 Cr (19%), Distribution INR 146 Cr (18%), Process INR 142 Cr (18%), and Exports INR 164 Cr (20%). Rail revenue saw a significant sequential decline from the historical high of INR 303 Cr in Q4 FY25.
Geographic Revenue Split
Exports accounted for 20% of total revenue (INR 164 Cr) in Q1 FY26. The remaining 80% is primarily domestic. Export incentives for the quarter were approximately INR 3.6 Cr (36 million).
Profitability Margins
PBT margin for Q1 FY26 was 16.1%, a slight compression from 16.6% in the same period last year. Gross margins dipped by approximately 50 basis points during the quarter due to volume mix and cost fluctuations.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin stood at approximately 18% in Q1 FY26. Management noted this is lower than the historical 20%+ range seen 1-2 years ago, primarily due to lower volume leverage and manufacturing overheads from new capacity.
Capital Expenditure
Planned immediate expansion capex is INR 150+ Cr, comprising INR 120 Cr for the Jamshedpur railway facility (cup and cones capacity) and INR 35 Cr for the first plain bearing line in Bharuch. Maintenance capex remains at 'usual' levels.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Steel and specialized alloys (implied for bearing manufacturing) represent the primary input costs. Specific percentage of total cost not disclosed.
Capacity Expansion
Bharuch plant capitalized its first Cylindrical Roller Bearing (CRB) line in late June 2025. Jamshedpur is expanding capacity for heavy-duty bearings (cup and cones) with an INR 120 Cr investment to cater to India, South Africa, and the U.S.
Raw Material Costs
Management noted that cost fluctuations are a constant factor; however, specific YoY cost change percentages were not provided. Procurement is managed through a disciplined supply chain focus.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Bharuch plant utilization is targeted to reach 45-50% by the end of FY26. Management emphasizes that volume leverage is the primary driver for manufacturing efficiency and margin recovery.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
7-9%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by capacity expansion in Bharuch (CRB, SRB, and Plain Bearings) and Jamshedpur (Rail). The company is also leveraging parent technology in non-bearing portfolios like lubrication and chains. The acquisition of Timken GGB Technology Private Limited (completed Dec 2025) expands the plain bearing footprint.
Products & Services
Tapered roller bearings, Cylindrical Roller Bearings (CRB), Spherical Roller Bearings (SRB), Plain bearings, and Cup and Cones for railway and industrial applications.
Brand Portfolio
Timken
New Products/Services
Plain bearings production is expected to start in Bharuch by next year. New CRB and SRB lines are currently undergoing customer qualifications (PPAP).
Market Expansion
Targeting growth in the Indian subcontinent and exports to South Africa, Australia, and ASEAN regions.
Strategic Alliances
Acquired 100% equity shares of Timken GGB Technology Private Limited from Timken Europe B.V. and The Timken Company on December 1, 2025.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The Indian Railway sector is shifting toward Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFC), which allows for more passenger trains and modern rolling stock, increasing demand for high-performance bearings.
Competitive Landscape
The company competes in core industrial and railway segments; competitors are not named, but the market is described as cyclical and volume-leverage dependent.
Competitive Moat
Moat is sustained through parent company technology in lubrication, chains, belts, and linear motion, which are being rolled out in India as 'low-hanging fruit' for growth.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Management projects overall GDP growth at 6.1%, with Rail and Process segments expected to grow at high single digits (7-9%).
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward higher infrastructure spending by the government and private investment in steel and cement industries is driving demand in the Process segment.
Geopolitical Risks
Geopolitical tensions are noted to have an 'emotional impact' on market investment and industrial spending, particularly regarding trade barriers and tariffs.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, particularly Regulation 30 for material event disclosures.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Potential U.S. tariffs on bearings and the cyclical nature of the Indian Railway procurement cycles (which can cause 30-35% sequential revenue swings) are key risks.
Geographic Concentration Risk
20% of revenue is concentrated in export markets, making the company sensitive to global trade policies.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on customer qualification processes (PPAP) for new lines in Bharuch, which determines the speed of revenue ramp-up.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by continuous technology transfer from the parent company, including new investments in plain bearings.