India’s largest stock exchange, the National Stock Exchange (NSE), reported a strong financial performance in Q1FY26. Net profit rose 10% quarter-on-quarter to ₹2,924 crore, while total income climbed 9% to ₹4,798 crore. The performance reflects higher trading activity across segments and improved operating margins.
NSE Q1FY26 Results: Key Financial Highlights
In the June quarter (Q1FY26), NSE’s consolidated total income increased to ₹4,798 crore, compared to ₹4,397 crore in the previous quarter (Q4FY25), marking a 9% growth.
The net profit stood at ₹2,924 crore, up 10% from ₹2,660 crore in the March quarter.
NSE’s operating EBITDA margin improved to 78%, compared to 74% in Q4FY25, indicating enhanced operational efficiency.
The revenue from transaction charges rose 7% to ₹3,150 crore, backed by increased trading volumes in the cash market and equity derivatives segments.
The exchange reported earnings per share (EPS) of ₹11.81 for Q1FY26, compared to ₹10.71 in Q4FY25 (non-annualized basis).
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During the quarter, NSE contributed a significant ₹14,331 crore to the exchequer, which included:
STT/CTT: ₹12,338 crore
54% from cash market
46% from equity derivatives
Stamp Duty: ₹875 crore
SEBI Fees: ₹265 crore
Income Tax: ₹338 crore
GST: ₹515 crore
What This Means
NSE’s robust Q1 performance highlights strong participation in the stock markets, driving both revenue and profits. The uptick in transaction charges and operating margins suggests healthy market sentiment and higher trading volumes. The consistent contribution to the exchequer also underlines the exchange’s pivotal role in India’s financial ecosystem.
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