Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC): IRCTC Share Price Rises 2.76% to Rs 461.85; Market Cap at Rs 36,272 Cr
- September 30, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
IRCTC Share Price is in focus after the stock moved to Rs 461.85, up 2.76% from the previous close of Rs 449.45, while market capitalisation stood at Rs 36,272 Cr. As of 09 October 2026 at 9:53:01 AM IST, the latest Univest figures show a clear intraday price rise, but no company-specific catalyst is established. The move places IRCTC Share Price among the notable IRCTC Share Price Today discussions in the Indian stock market because the stock is trading above the previous close and within a defined intraday range. In Univest coverage, this is best read as a price action event first, with fundamentals and valuation providing the broader context for IRCTC Share Price News.
IRCTC Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 461.85 |
| Previous Close | Rs 449.45 |
| Today's Move | Rs 12.4 (+2.76%) |
| Open | Rs 450.45 |
| High | Rs 464.75 |
| Low | Rs 448.9 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 36,272 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
According to latest Univest data, IRCTC Share Price matters here because the company carries a large market cap, strong return ratios and a premium valuation profile relative to parts of the travel-services universe. Investors tracking IRCTC Share Price Today can therefore separate the day’s rise from the longer-term question of how the business is valued. Univest keeps the focus on the measurable move, the operating context and the sector comparison rather than speculation.
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) rose to Rs 461.85 from the previous close of Rs 449.45, a move of Rs 12.4 or 2.76%. The stock opened at Rs 450.45, reached a high of Rs 464.75, recorded a low of Rs 448.9.
IRCTC Share Price Today shows a firm intraday advance. The stock traded at Rs 461.85 after opening at Rs 450.45, moving above the previous close of Rs 449.45 and touching a high of Rs 464.75. The low for the day was Rs 448.9, which places the move within a narrow trading band for the current market session.
The day change of Rs 12.4 translates into a 2.76% share price gain, which is the central event in today’s IRCTC Share Price story. Market capitalisation at Rs 36,272 Cr keeps IRCTC Share Price in a scale that matters for both headline tracking and stock analysis. For readers following IRCTC Share Price Live, the key point is straightforward: the stock is trading higher today, and the latest Univest figures show that the move is visible in both the opening gap and the intraday range. That makes IRCTC Share Price an active part of stocks in news coverage without requiring any unverified explanation. From here, the next layer is the fundamental analysis behind IRCTC Share Price.
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 36,272 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 25.81x |
| P/B Ratio | 7.75x |
| ROE | 34.96% |
| ROCE | 47.5% |
| EPS | Rs 17.41 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 57.98 |
| Dividend Yield | 2% |
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) fundamental metrics show P/E 25.81x, P/B 7.75x, ROE 34.96%, ROCE 47.5%. Taken on their own, these numbers offer context rather than a trading signal.
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 36,272 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 25.81x, P/B at 7.75x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 34.96% and ROCE of 47.5%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 17.41, book value per share of Rs 57.98, dividend yield of 2%, adding context to earnings, balance-sheet value and historical payout. Against the latest Univest same industry benchmark, these figures can be compared with benchmark median P/E of 16.1x, median ROE of 14.43%, median ROCE of 17.27%. They set out the fundamental picture and are not a rating on the stock.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Hospitality |
| Industry | Travel Services |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 25.81x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 16.1x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 29.54x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 3.3x to 143.07x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 7.75x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.82x |
| Company ROE | 34.96% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 14.43% |
| Company ROCE | 47.5% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 17.27% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 36,272 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 77.62 crore |
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) operates in the Hospitality sector, within the Travel Services industry.
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) has a P/E ratio of 25.81x, which is above the benchmark median of 16.1x, a difference of +60.31%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) has a ROE of 34.96%, which is above the benchmark median of 14.43%, a difference of +142.27%. Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) has a ROCE of 47.5%, which is above the benchmark median of 17.27%, a difference of +175.04%.
Track stocks leading today through the Univest top gainers screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBO Tek Ltd. | TBOTEK | 18,515.3 | 68.34 | 11.39 | 18.34 | 19.59 |
| WATERWAYS LEISURE TOUR L | CORDELIA | 7,919.96 | 143.07 | 10.84 | 92.3 | 74.77 |
| Le Travenues Technology Ltd. | IXIGO | 6,971.35 | 79.4 | 3.38 | 5.56 | 6.67 |
| Thomas Cook (India) Ltd. | THOMASCOOK | 4,724.97 | 21.19 | 2.46 | 12.67 | 21.13 |
| Easy Trip Planners Ltd. | EASEMYTRIP | 2,331.02 | NA | 2.08 | -6.26 | -5.77 |
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) has a P/E ratio of 25.81x compared with the displayed peer median of 73.87x. The comparison is relative and should not be read as a recommendation. Its ROE of 34.96% compares with a peer median of 12.67% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 47.5% versus the displayed peer median of 19.59%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) has a market capitalisation of Rs 36,272 crore. It is larger by market capitalisation than all 5 peers shown.
Why Investors Are Watching IRCTC
- IRCTC Share Price moved up 2.76% today, with the stock trading at Rs 461.85 and touching Rs 464.75 during the session.
- IRCTC Share Price is supported by ROE of 34.96% and ROCE of 47.5%, both strong relative to the travel-services benchmark.
- IRCTC Share Price carries a P/E of 25.81 and a P/B of 7.75, which keeps valuation part of the discussion in IRCTC Stock News.
- IRCTC Share Price stands at a market cap of Rs 36,272 Cr, making the company larger than the listed peers compared here.
- IRCTC Share Price Today sits within a clear Hospitality and Travel Services context, where Univest sector analysis helps frame the move.
About IRCTC
Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Ltd. operates in the Hospitality sector and the Travel Services industry. IRCTC is best known for its rail-linked travel services and related operations, which place the company at the centre of a niche but important part of the Indian travel ecosystem. That business profile gives IRCTC Share Price a distinct market identity compared with broader consumer or logistics names.
For IRCTC Stock Analysis, the company overview is important because the market evaluates the business not just on price movement but on the structure of its earnings profile, return ratios and valuation multiples. IRCTC Share Price Today is therefore watched alongside the company’s sector position, market capitalisation and financial ratios. In Univest coverage, IRCTC Latest News is usually interpreted through the lens of travel-services fundamentals, Hospitality sector context and the scale advantages implied by a Rs 36,272 Cr market cap. That is why IRCTC Share Price continues to stand out in company news and stock performance discussions.
Disclaimer: Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Uniresearch Global Pvt. Ltd. (Research Analyst, SEBI Reg. No. INH000013776, a subsidiary of Univest Communication Technologies Private Limited).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is IRCTC Share Price rising today?
Ans. IRCTC Share Price rose 2.76% to Rs 461.85, but no company-specific catalyst is established. The move is confirmed by the latest Univest figures and should be read first as a price action event.
What is IRCTC Share Price today?
Ans. IRCTC Share Price today is Rs 461.85. It traded above the previous close of Rs 449.45 and touched a high of Rs 464.75 during the current session, according to latest Univest data.
What is the market cap of IRCTC?
Ans. IRCTC’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 36,272 Cr. In the travel-services benchmark, that places IRCTC above the benchmark average and benchmark median, making scale a key part of IRCTC Share Price analysis.
What do IRCTC valuation ratios show?
Ans. IRCTC has a P/E of 25.81 and a P/B of 7.75. Those ratios sit above the sector median on both measures, so IRCTC Share Price is not a low-multiple valuation story.
How strong are IRCTC returns on equity and capital?
Ans. IRCTC reports ROE of 34.96% and ROCE of 47.5. Both are above the sector benchmark median and average, which gives IRCTC Share Price a strong profitability context in Univest analysis.
What are IRCTC EPS and book value?
Ans. IRCTC has EPS of 17.41 and book value of Rs 57.98. EPS reflects earnings per share, while book value shows accounting net worth per share, both useful for IRCTC Share Price analysis.
Does IRCTC pay a dividend?
Ans. IRCTC’s dividend yield is 2. That figure reflects the historical payout relative to the current price, and it is one of the factors that investors may consider alongside IRCTC Share Price and valuation.
How does IRCTC compare with peers?
Ans. IRCTC’s market cap is higher than the listed peers in this comparison set. Its P/E is lower than some higher-valued travel names, while its ROE and ROCE remain among the stronger figures in the group.
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