- Paytm Q1 FY27 results show a 79% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to ₹220 Cr, compared to ₹123 Cr in the same quarter last year.
- The company's operating revenue for the quarter reached ₹2,448 Cr, reflecting a 28% increase from ₹1,918 Cr during the same period last year.
- Paytm achieved its fifth consecutive quarterly profit in this reporting period.
- For the full financial year FY26, Paytm reported its maiden annual profit of ₹552 Cr.
- Paytm's board has approved an investment of up to ₹100 Cr in its wholly owned subsidiary Paytm Money through a rights issue.
- The board is also seeking shareholder approval to revise the utilization of the remaining ₹1,686 Cr of unutilized IPO proceeds and extend the timeline to March 31, 2029.
Paytm's financial performance in Q1 FY27 reflects a robust growth trajectory. The company achieved a consolidated net profit of ₹220 crore, marking a 79% increase from ₹123 crore in the same quarter last year. This growth is attributed to a surge in payment transaction volumes and merchant subscriptions, particularly through its innovative Soundbox devices.134
Total income for the quarter reached ₹2,630 crore, up from ₹2,159 crore a year ago, while operating revenue increased by 28% to ₹2,448 crore. The company also reported a profit before tax of ₹247 crore, compared to ₹126 crore in the previous year.2
Despite a rise in total expenses to ₹2,383 crore, up 18.2% from ₹2,016 crore, Paytm's strategic focus on expanding its financial services distribution has paid off. The board has also approved an investment of up to ₹100 crore in its subsidiary, Paytm Money, and plans to revise the utilization of remaining IPO proceeds.5
For the full financial year FY26, Paytm reported its first annual profit of ₹552 crore, indicating a strong recovery and growth potential in the fintech sector.
“Paytm's total expenses rose 18.2% to ₹2,383 Cr, while other income contributed ₹182 Cr. Separately, the board approved a ₹100 Cr investment in Paytm Money and seeks shareholders' nod to extend the use of ₹1,686 Cr in IPO proceeds until March 2029.”
