ITC Limited reported a 5% year-on-year rise in its standalone net profit to Rs 5,113 crore for the quarter ended March 2026. The company's revenue from operations increased by 17% to Rs 21,695 crore, primarily due to a significant increase in excise duty on cigarettes. Reflecting its financial performance, ITC recommended a final dividend of Rs 8 per share. These results highlight ITC's steady growth in a challenging market environment, with excise duty changes impacting revenue figures. ITC reported a 5% year-on-year growth in its standalone net profit to Rs 5,113 crore for the March-ended quarter. The update was published on 21 May 2026, 3:34 pm.