Incorporated in: 1975 Managing Director: Gurdeep Singh Parent: Government of India
NTPC Limited is India’s largest power generation company, which plays a crucial role in the country’s energy infrastructure. As a Maharatna PSU, NTPC has a power-generating capacity of 71,594 MW. It contributes over 25% of the nation’s total power generation.
NTPC is fulfilling India’s growing electricity demand through its diversified portfolio of thermal power, hydroelectric, wind and solar power.
The company has a strong focus on operational efficiency, sustainability and clean energy transition. NTPC supports power supply across states while steadily expanding its renewable energy footprint.
NTPC Limited’s journey began in 1975, when it was set up by the Government of India, with a mission to accelerate power development and bring energy security.
NTPC started with coal-based projects and slowly built world-class infrastructure for large-scale power generation. Over the decades, the company expanded its business segments into hydroelectric power, gas, nuclear and renewables.
In 2010, NTPC earned the Maharatna status reflecting its scale and strategic importance. Today, NTPC is not just a power producer but a key driver of India’s clean energy ambitions.
NTPC's revenue model is diversified with various business segments.
Thermal Power Generation: The company’s backbone is still coal-based power generation, supplying reliable and affordable electricity to multiple states across India.
Renewable Energy: NTPC is now rapidly scaling its solar and wind power projects, aligning its growth with India’s clean energy and net-zero goals.
Hydro Power: With the help of large and small hydro projects, NTPC adds stability to its power generation capacity and supports during the peak demand periods.
Gas Power: NTPC also operates gas power plants that help to balance a sudden rise in energy demand during peak season.
Power Trading and Distribution: NTPC do power trading and provides advisory services, helping states to manage the electricity demand efficiently.
NTPC is focusing on increasing non-fossil power generation capacity as it aims to diversify its fuel mix and lower its carbon footprint.
The company kept a target of generating 60 GW of energy through renewable sources by 2030. Also, NTPC is implementing waste-saving strategies, reducing consumption, and promoting reuse.
NTPC is actively planting 40 million+ trees, restoring degraded land, and promoting ecological balance.
NTPC had successfully installed cutting-edge emission systems, reducing pollutants and improving the air quality.
NTPC is working for a sustainable future by converting waste into energy, reducing landfill waste and promoting sustainable waste management.
Revenue: NTPC reported a consolidated revenue of ₹1,90,862.45 crore in FY25 vs ₹1,81,165.86 crore in FY24. It showed an increase of 5.35% on a yearly basis, reflecting decent growth.
Operating Profit: The company reported an operating profit of ₹28,496.41 crore in FY25 vs ₹27,141.45 crore in FY24. It showed an increase of 4.99% on a year-on-year basis, indicating that the company's operating profit is growing well.
Net Profit: NTPC reported a net profit of ₹23,953.15 crore in FY25 compared to ₹21,332.45 crore in FY24. It showed an increase of 12.28% on a yearly basis, indicating an improvement in overall performance.
As of 27 May 2026, NTPC share price is ₹389.70. The stock opened at ₹390.75, compared to its previous close of ₹390.05. During today's trading session, NTPC share price moved in the range of ₹389.00 to ₹392.25, with an average price of ₹390.63 for the day. Looking at its last 52-week, the stock has touched a low of ₹389.00 and a high of ₹392.25.
The market capitalization of NTPC is ₹3,78,218 Crs, with a P/E ratio of 15.2 and a dividend yield of 2.31%.