BSNL News: 2 Consecutive Qtr Profits! First Time in 18 Years, Check the Turnaround

BSNL News: Government owned telecom service provider Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) reported on Tuesday a net profit of Rs 280 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2025. It is second consecutive profitable quarter for the company which happened after a long period of 17 years.

Detail of BSNL Profitability

Government owned telecom firm BSNL  posted a net profit after tax of ₹262 crore in the third quarter and now in fourth quarter it posted a net profit of 280 crore. 
•    BSNL presented continuous 2 profitable quarters and thus the company's loss for financial year 2024-25 has reduced to ₹2,247 crore from ₹5,370 crore in  financial year  2023-24.
•    On this remarkable achievement, Hon’ble Minister for Communications Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia said: “Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, today marks a historic milestone in the evolution of India’s telecommunications sector. This is a landmark moment in BSNL’s journey. For the first time in 18 years, BSNL has posted consecutive quarterly net profits — not just operating profits or positive EBITDA margins, but actual net profits. In Q3 of FY 2024–25, BSNL reported a net profit of ₹262 crore. I am proud to share with every citizen of the country that this momentum has not only sustained but strengthened, with BSNL registering a net profit of ₹280 crore in the January–March quarter. This achievement is a powerful testament to the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s steadfast resolve and transformative vision for a self-reliant and digitally empowered India.”  He also posted on X about this achievement.

BSNL delivers first back-to-back Quarter profits in 17 years!

Continuing on its profitable path, BSNL has posted a strong net profit of ₹280 crores in Jan-March quarter of FY 25, marking back-to-back profitable quarters after ₹261 crores in FY25 Q3.

The consistent turnaround…

— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) May 27, 2025

Causes of This Profitability to BSNL

“The sharp turnaround is a testament to professional management, government support, and relentless focus on both the top line and bottom line. BSNL is not just being revived, but redefined," said Shri A. Robert J. Ravi, I.T.S., CMD, BSNL.
Further he said "With disciplined cost control and accelerated 4G/5G deployment, we are confident of sustaining this growth trajectory and delivering affordable, high-quality connectivity to every Indian — to whom we are deeply indebted. Our aim is not to chase profits, but to redefine telecom excellence in public service. When we consistently do the right things — deliver exceptional service, reach the unreached, and innovate for inclusivity — profits will naturally follow as a byproduct of that excellence.

What are Future Expectations from BSNL?

The outlook for the coming year will continue to show strong top-line revenue growth alongside a steady decline in operating costs—both critical to sustained profitability.
•    However, in the near term, higher depreciation and amortization arising from recent spectrum acquisitions and heavy capex will weigh on quarterly results despite these solid fundamentals. 
•    Over the medium to long term, BSNL’s profitability prospects are robust, supported by the nationwide rollout of 4G/5G (use of Atmanirbhar equipment), 5G Network-as-a-Service initiatives, investments in core infrastructure and up gradation of backhaul aging fibers. 
•    Although profit after tax may be subdued next fiscal year because of the sizeable capex and spectrum infusion, these investments are expected to spur accelerated growth and profitability thereafter. 
•    In addition, the ongoing asset-monetization efforts will generate further funds that can be reinvested to further strengthen the company’s capital programme.  Asset monetization  has been almost doubled this year this year.

BSNL has turned profitable for 2 quarter continuously after 17 years. This achievement became possible due to better management, government support, disciplined cost control, and accelerated 4G/5G deployment.