BEL adds ₹1,660 crore orders as defence procurement gathers pace
Published on 30/03/2026 02:35 PM
BEL adds ₹1,660 crore orders as defence procurement gathers paceBharat Electronics has secured ₹1,660 crore in fresh orders since mid-March, as defence stocks remain in focus after the government cleared procurement proposals worth ₹2.38 lakh crore.By Sheersh Kapoor March 30, 2026, 2:35:24 PM IST (Published)2 Min ReadState-run Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) on Monday said it has secured additional orders worth ₹1,660 crore since its last disclosure on March 17, 2026, reinforcing steady deal momentum.
The fresh orders span a wide range of segments, including satellite communication networks, electronic warfare systems, communication equipment, avionics, software solutions, munitions, electronic voting machines (EVMs), strategic components, upgrades, spares and services.
The development comes at a time when defence stocks, including BEL and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, are in focus after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh cleared procurement proposals worth around ₹2.38 lakh crore. The approvals, granted by the Defence Acquisition Council, aim to strengthen air defence, logistics and communication systems.
Among key projects, systems such as Air Defence Tracked Systems and high-capacity radio relay — where BEL is seen as a potential beneficiary — received the nod. Total approvals in the current financial year have reached a record ₹6.73 lakh crore, excluding the Rafale acceptance of necessity.
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Financially, BEL reported a strong December quarter, with revenue rising 23.7% year-on-year to ₹7,122 crore. EBITDA grew 28% to ₹2,117 crore, while net profit increased 20.8% to ₹1,590 crore despite a ₹16.6 crore impact from new labour laws.
The company’s order book stood at ₹73,015 crore at the end of the quarter, providing strong revenue visibility. Shares of BEL were trading at ₹403.50 on the NSE in afternoon trade, down marginally.Continue ReadingTagsBharat Electronics BELdefence stocksorder winshare market today