NTPC reported a 34% year-on-year increase in consolidated profit after tax (PAT) for the fourth quarter, reaching Rs 10,615 crore. This growth was attributed to improved operational performance and higher revenues compared to the previous quarter. The company announced a final dividend of Rs 3.5 per share for the fiscal year 2026. Despite flat revenue growth over the year and continued expenditures on fuel and finance costs, NTPC's annual profit showed an upward trend, reflecting operational efficiencies and effective cost management within India's power sector. NTPC reported strong growth in quarterly profit driven by improved operational performance and higher revenues on a sequential basis.