IREDA Board Approves ₹2,994 Crore Fundraising via QIP
IREDA remains a focal point for investors following the board's approval of a Rs 2,994 crore fund-raising plan through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) on February 6, 2026. This strategic move is designed to strengthen the company’s capital base while strictly limiting the dilution of the Government of India’s shareholding to no more than 3.76% of the post-issue paid-up equity.
The fundraising comes on the heels of impressive financial growth. For the quarter ending December 2025, the Navratna NBFC reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 1,381.36 crore, reflecting a 15.4% year-on-year increase. Revenue from operations surged by 28.2% to reach Rs 6,041.82 crore, supported by a significant expansion in lending activities.
Operational data highlights a robust surge in financing for green projects. During the first nine months of the fiscal year, loan sanctions climbed 29% to Rs 40,100 crore, while disbursements jumped 44% to Rs 24,903 crore. The company's total loan book has now expanded to approximately Rs 85,989 crore, reinforcing its position as India’s largest pure-play green financing institution.
Despite these strong fundamentals, the stock has faced technical headwinds. Shares recently closed near Rs 128.24, trading below several key short-term moving averages. Analysts have identified immediate technical support levels at Rs 125.58 and Rs 126.92, while resistance is anticipated around the Rs 134.26 and Rs 136.59 marks. The broader market sentiment remains cautious due to a recent restatement of the Capital to Risk-Weighted Assets Ratio (CRAR) to 15.52% following regulatory risk-weight changes.
The long-term outlook for the sector remains positive as India targets 250 GW of renewable capacity by the end of FY26. IREDA’s role is further bolstered by the establishment of its subsidiary in GIFT City, which is expected to lower hedging costs and facilitate foreign currency lending. Investors are now monitoring the upcoming postal ballot for shareholder approval of the QIP tranches.