BEL Logs 16% Growth in FY26, Order Book Swells to ₹740 Billion

BEL is also strengthening its push into future-ready technologies, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity


Navratna defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has reported a provisional, unaudited turnover of around ₹26,750 crore for the financial year 2025–26, marking a 16.2% increase from ₹23,024 crore in the previous fiscal.

The company’s export performance also saw strong growth, with overseas sales reaching approximately $141.9 million in FY26, up 33.65% from $106.17 million in the previous year.

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During the year, BEL secured fresh orders worth ₹30,000 crore, including export orders valued at $346 million. Key defence contracts included avionics for LCA, mountain radars, electronic warfare (EW) suites for helicopters, air defence radars, electro-optical infrared (EOIR) payloads for airborne and naval platforms, EW systems for naval platforms, fire control and sighting systems for tanks, mobile communication terminals, network systems, counter-unmanned aerial systems, as well as upgrades, spares and services.

In the non-defence segment, BEL bagged orders for communication equipment, IT infrastructure for AIIMS, airport surveillance radars, software solutions, automatic train supervision systems, and electronic voting machines (EVMs).

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On the export front, major orders included communication equipment, satellite communication networks, TR modules, electronic fuzes, and drones.

As of April 1, 2026, BEL’s total order book stands at approximately ₹74,000 crore, including an export order book of $495 million.

Commenting on the performance, Chairman and Managing Director Manoj Jain highlighted that evolving geopolitical tensions and conflicts in West Asia have underscored the importance of self-reliance in strategic sectors. He noted that BEL is well-positioned to navigate these challenges through its diversified portfolio, strong execution capabilities, and focus on indigenisation.

The company is also strengthening its push into future-ready technologies, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, advanced electronic warfare and communication systems, and autonomous platforms, to tap emerging domestic and global opportunities.

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Nitisha Dubey
Nitisha Dubey
Nitisha Dubey is a journalist at EFY. She focuses on startups and innovations with a deep interest in new technologies and business models.

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