HAL produces aircraft and helicopters, including Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Dornier Do-228, and the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv across its divisions. The company's strong market position is reflected in its healthy order book, which stood at over ₹94,129 Crore as of March 2024. The company actively supports the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, focusing on designing and developing indigenous products to meet future defence and aerospace requirements.
Cyborg Score Rationale
Q3 FY2026 showed consolidated revenue of Rs. 8,612.6 crore and net profit of Rs. 1,866.7 crore. Revenue is up with an average increase of 25.9% per quarter, and net profit up with an average increase of 17.1% per quarter. The company benefits from strong government backing and a substantial order book supporting future growth.
Top Insights
HAL's board recommends Rs 35/share interim dividend, representing a 40% increase from prior year.
The company is strategically investing Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 15,000 crores over the next five years to meet a growing order book of Rs. 1,89,300 crores.
DCA approved purchase of 8 Dornier 228 aircraft from HAL for ₹2,312 crore.
80% of analysts recommend a 'BUY' rating with an average target price of ₹5672.25, implying 39.45% upside from current levels.
Named Competitors
Bharat Electronics Limited — Defence electronics and avionics
Bharat Dynamics Limited — Defence missile systems
F-35 Lightning II — Advanced fighter aircraft platform
Airbus Helicopters — Civilian and military helicopter solutions
Recent Developments
(February 2026) Q3 FY2026 results show Rs. 8,612.6 crore revenue and Rs. 1,866.7 crore net profit with 35 rupee interim dividend approved
(February 2026) Secured helicopter order worth Rs. 1,800 crore from Pawan Hans with delivery by 2027
(October 2024) Achieved Maharatna status, highest category for Indian public sector enterprises
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