Bharti Airtel Q2FY26 Results: Profit Doubles
- What: Bharti Airtel announced a consolidated net profit of ₹8,651 crore for Q2FY26, more than double the ₹4,153 crore reported in Q2FY25.
- when: Second quarter of the financial year 2026 (reported November 3, 2025).
- Why it matters: The notable profit increase demonstrates Airtel's success in premiumizing its mobile services and expanding its broadband customer base.
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Bharti Airtel Reports Over Two-Fold Jump in Q2FY26 Net Profit to ₹8,651 Crore
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Updated 2025/11/03 17:52:36
Key Financial Highlights
Bharti Airtel reported a substantial increase in its financial performance for the second quarter of the financial year 2026. Consolidated net profit soared to ₹8,651 crore, a more than two-fold increase compared to the ₹4,153 crore reported during the same quarter in FY25. this growth is attributed to a combination of factors, including increased premiumization in the mobile segment and record additions to its broadband customer base.
The company’s consolidated revenue for Q2FY26 reached ₹52,145 crore. Domestic revenue contributed significantly, amounting to ₹38,690 crore, representing a nearly 23% year-over-year increase.
ARPU Growth
A key indicator of telecom company performance, average Revenue Per User (ARPU), saw a notable increase to ₹256 for the quarter. This represents a rise from ₹233 in the corresponding period last year, indicating customers are spending more on telecom services.
Subscriber Growth
Bharti Airtel continued to expand its subscriber base, adding 5.1 million smartphone subscribers during the quarter. over the past 12 months, the company has added a total of 22.2 million smartphone data users, demonstrating strong demand for its mobile services.
Detailed Financial Breakdown
| Metric | Q2FY26 | Q2FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| consolidated Net Profit | ₹8,651 crore | ₹4,153 crore | +108.6% |
| Consolidated Revenue | ₹52,145 crore | N/A | N/A |
| Domestic Revenue | ₹38,690 crore | N/A | +23% (approx.) |
| average Revenue Per User (ARPU) | ₹256 | ₹233 | +9.9% |
| Smartphone Subscribers Added (Q2) | 5.1 million | N/A | N/A |
| Smartphone Data Users Added (Last 12 Months) | 22.2 million | N/A | N/A |