Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna defence public sector enterprise, has reported a provisional and unaudited turnover of approximately ₹26,750 crore for the financial year 2025–26, marking a growth of 16.2 percent compared to ₹23,024 crore recorded in the previous year. The company also posted robust export performance during the year, with overseas sales reaching about USD 141.9 million, up from USD 106.17 million in FY25, reflecting a growth of 33.65 percent. The strong export momentum underscores BEL’s expanding footprint in international defence and technology markets.
During FY26, BEL secured fresh orders worth around ₹30,000 crore, including export orders valued at USD 346 million. Key defence contracts awarded during the year include avionics systems for Light Combat Aircraft, mountain radars, electronic warfare suites for helicopters, air defence radar systems, electro-optical and infrared payloads for airborne and naval platforms, fire control and sighting systems for tanks, mobile communication terminals, network-centric systems, counter-unmanned aerial systems, along with upgrades, spares, and maintenance services.
In the non-defence segment, BEL continued to diversify its portfolio with significant orders for communication equipment, IT infrastructure projects for institutions such as AIIMS, airport surveillance radar systems, software solutions, automatic train supervision systems, and electronic voting machines.
On the global front, the company secured export orders across a wide range of products, including communication systems, satellite communication networks, transmit-receive modules, electronic fuzes, and unmanned systems, highlighting its growing competitiveness in international markets. As of April 1, 2026, BEL’s total order book stands at approximately ₹74,000 crore, including an export order book valued at USD 495 million, providing strong revenue visibility for the coming years.
Commenting on the performance, Manoj Jain, Chairman and Managing Director of BEL, noted that evolving geopolitical developments and ongoing conflicts have reinforced the importance of self-reliance in critical sectors and the need for a resilient domestic defence industrial base. He stated that BEL is well-equipped to address these challenges, backed by its technological capabilities, diversified offerings, modern manufacturing infrastructure, and consistent execution track record.
The company continues to prioritise indigenisation by reducing import dependence and strengthening local supply chains. At the same time, it is investing in future-focused domains such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, advanced electronic warfare systems, and autonomous technologies. These initiatives are expected to position BEL to capitalise on emerging opportunities across domestic and global markets
