KRBL is the world's leading basmati rice producer and has fully integrated operations in every aspect of the basmati value chain, right from seed development, contract farming, procurement of paddy, storage, processing, packaging, branding, and marketing. The company is the world's largest basmati rice exporter and India's largest rice miller. The company was founded in 1889 and is based in Noida, India.
KRBL Limited operates as an integrated packaged rice manufacturer with deep-rooted expertise spanning over a century. The Company is one of the largest exporters of Basmati rice. With the largest milling capacity in the world, the Company has grading and polishing stations supported by a strong network across Punjab, Haryana, Uttaranchal, and Uttar Pradesh. The company's strategic positioning across key rice-producing regions ensures consistent quality and supply chain efficiency.
The company operates through two segments: Agri and Energy. The Agri segment offers agricultural commodities, such as rice, furfural, seed, bran, bran oil, etc. This segment forms the core of KRBL's operations, encompassing the complete rice value chain from cultivation to retail.
The Energy segment represents KRBL's diversification into renewable power generation. The Energy segment generates power from wind turbine, and husk based and solar power plants. This segment has a total wind power project capacity of 112.25 megawatts, solar power project capacity of 17 megawatts, and biomass project capacity of 17.59 megawatts. This diversification provides additional revenue streams and demonstrates the company's commitment to sustainable business practices.
Its India Gate brand is recognized as the world's No. 1 basmati rice brand. The company offers its products under the brands of India Gate, Doon, Nur Jahan, Zabreen, Bemisal, Aarati, Unity, Rameez, Necklace, and Lion. The company offers its products under the brands of India Gate, Doon, Nur Jahan, Indian Farm, Bemisal, Aarati, Unity, Lotus, Taj Mahal Tilla, Shubh Mangal, Necklace, Lion, Al Wisam, Train, Al Bustan, Telephone, Southern Girl, Alhussam, Blue Bird, City Palace, etc.
As of Q1 FY25, the company has a market share of 37% in the general trade and 45% in the modern trade of basmati packaged rice in India as per Nielsen. This dominant market position reflects KRBL's strong brand recognition and distribution network across India.
It exports rice to nearly 165 countries. It exports its products to Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, and others. The company's extensive global reach positions it as a key player in the international basmati rice market, with established relationships across diverse geographical markets.
KRBL Q4 FY25 results show a 35.1% rise in net profit at ₹154 Crore, with revenue growing by 9.4% to ₹1,442.2 Crore and EBITDA up 25.4%. EBITDA: ₹223.7 Crore, a 25.4% increase YoY (₹178.4 Crore in Q4 FY24). EBITDA Margin: 15.5%, higher than 13.5% in the previous year.
- Revenue: ₹1,442.25 Crore as of March 2025 (Q4 FY25).
- Net Profit: ₹154.21 Crore as of March 2025 (Q4 FY25).
- Annual Revenue (FY24): ₹5,594 Crore with 3.88% growth.
- Annual Profit (FY24): ₹476 Crore.
KRBL Ltd has a market capitalization of ₹8,614 Crore as on June 12, 2025.
The company declared a final dividend of ₹3.50 per share for FY25. In the quarter ending March 2024, KRBL Ltd has declared a dividend of ₹4, translating to a dividend yield of 1.32%.
The chairman of the company is Anil Kumar Mittal, and the managing director is Anil Kumar Mittal. Promoter holding in KRBL Ltd has remained stable at 60.17% as of March 2025 (unchanged from June 2024). The stable promoter holding indicates strong management confidence and commitment to the company's long-term growth.
The company plans to achieve ₹6,000 Crore revenue in FY26, supported by exports and stable domestic prices. Looking ahead, KRBL aims to further expand its product portfolio, focusing on premium rice varieties and value-added products. The company is also exploring new export markets to drive future growth.
The company's strategic focus on premium basmati rice varieties and expansion into value-added products positions it well for sustainable growth. With strong export capabilities and an established domestic market presence, KRBL continues to leverage its integrated operations model to maintain competitive advantages in the global rice market.
