{"id":73234,"date":"2026-04-17T13:38:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T08:08:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=73234"},"modified":"2026-04-17T13:38:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T08:08:39","slug":"nelco-q4-results-2026-preview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/","title":{"rendered":"NELCO Q4 Results 2026: Date, Revenue, PAT and Analyst Outlook"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>NELCO (NSE: NELCO) is preparing to announce its Q4 FY26 financial results for the quarter ending March 31, 2026. With the stock trading at Rs 650 and a 52-week range of Rs 560\u2013Rs 980, the Q4 FY26 results will be a pivotal event for investors tracking the Telecom\/Satellite sector. This article covers the confirmed results date, Q4 FY26 analyst earnings estimates, five key performance drivers, five risks to monitor, and analyst ratings with price targets ahead of the results announcement.<\/p><p>Q4 FY26 (January to March 2026) is the final quarter of the financial year, carrying special importance as it determines the full-year FY26 performance baseline, sets FY27 estimate benchmarks, and typically triggers final dividend announcements. For Telecom\/Satellite companies, Q4 is historically a seasonally important quarter influenced by year-end government spending, monsoon positioning, and management guidance for the year ahead.<\/p><p>Investors should monitor three data points when results are announced: the revenue and PAT numbers relative to the estimates provided in this article, any formal FY27 guidance, and the dividend recommendation from the board. All three will influence the stock&#8217;s near-term trajectory. For real-time analysis and SEBI-registered expert views on NELCO, visit&nbsp;<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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Matters\">Why This Quarter Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#NELCO_Q4_FY26_Earnings_Estimates\" title=\"NELCO Q4 FY26 Earnings Estimates\">NELCO Q4 FY26 Earnings Estimates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#5_Key_Factors_That_Will_Drive_NELCO_Q4_FY26_Performance\" title=\"5 Key Factors That Will Drive NELCO Q4 FY26 Performance\">5 Key Factors That Will Drive NELCO Q4 FY26 Performance<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Government_Connectivity_Mandates\" title=\"Government Connectivity Mandates\">Government Connectivity Mandates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#LEO_Satellite_Opportunity\" title=\"LEO Satellite Opportunity\">LEO Satellite Opportunity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Defence_and_Maritime_Vertical_Growth\" title=\"Defence and Maritime Vertical Growth\">Defence and Maritime Vertical Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#New_Satcom_Spectrum_Allocations\" title=\"New Satcom Spectrum Allocations\">New Satcom Spectrum Allocations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Enterprise_and_OTT_Connectivity\" title=\"Enterprise and OTT Connectivity\">Enterprise and OTT Connectivity<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#5_Risks_to_Watch_in_NELCO_Q4_FY26\" title=\"5 Risks to Watch in NELCO Q4 FY26\">5 Risks to Watch in NELCO Q4 FY26<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Regulatory_Risk_in_Satcom_Policy\" title=\"Regulatory Risk in Satcom Policy\">Regulatory Risk in Satcom Policy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Competition_from_Terrestrial_Alternatives\" title=\"Competition from Terrestrial Alternatives\">Competition from Terrestrial Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Customer_Concentration\" title=\"Customer Concentration\">Customer Concentration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Technology_Obsolescence_Risk\" title=\"Technology Obsolescence Risk\">Technology Obsolescence Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Capital_Expenditure_Intensity\" title=\"Capital Expenditure Intensity\">Capital Expenditure Intensity<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#NELCO_Share_Price_and_Analyst_Ratings\" title=\"NELCO Share Price and Analyst Ratings\">NELCO Share Price and Analyst Ratings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#What_is_the_NELCO_Q4_results_2026_date\" title=\"What is the NELCO Q4 results 2026 date?\">What is the NELCO Q4 results 2026 date?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#What_is_the_NELCO_Q4_FY26_PAT_estimate\" title=\"What is the NELCO Q4 FY26 PAT estimate?\">What is the NELCO Q4 FY26 PAT estimate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#What_is_NELCOs_share_price_ahead_of_Q4_results\" title=\"What is NELCO&#8217;s share price ahead of Q4 results?\">What is NELCO&#8217;s share price ahead of Q4 results?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Will_NELCO_declare_a_dividend_in_Q4_2026\" title=\"Will NELCO declare a dividend in Q4 2026?\">Will NELCO declare a dividend in Q4 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Which_analysts_have_a_Buy_rating_on_NELCO\" title=\"Which analysts have a Buy rating on NELCO?\">Which analysts have a Buy rating on NELCO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#What_were_NELCO_Q3_FY26_results\" title=\"What were NELCO Q3 FY26 results?\">What were NELCO Q3 FY26 results?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#When_do_Infosys_and_TCS_announce_Q4_results_2026\" title=\"When do Infosys and TCS announce Q4 results 2026?\">When do Infosys and TCS announce Q4 results 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Is_NELCO_a_good_investment_ahead_of_Q4_results\" title=\"Is NELCO a good investment ahead of Q4 results?\">Is NELCO a good investment ahead of Q4 results?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/nelco-q4-results-2026-preview\/#Recent_Article\" title=\"Recent Article\">Recent Article<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NELCO_Q4_Results_2026_Date\"><\/span><strong>NELCO Q4 Results 2026 Date<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Get free investment predictions and live Q4 result alerts on <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\">Univest<\/a>.<\/p><p>NELCO has scheduled its Q4 FY26 results for May 2026 (Expected). The board of directors will convene to approve the audited consolidated financial statements for the quarter and full year ended March 31, 2026, and to consider a final dividend recommendation. The trading window for designated employees is closed until 48 hours after the results announcement, as per SEBI regulations.<\/p><p>For context on the broader Q4 FY26 results season across the IT and other high-visibility sectors, refer to the earnings calendar below.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Company<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Q4 FY26 Results Date<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Article Link<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TCS<\/td><td>April 9, 2026<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/tcs-q4-results-2026-date-preview\">Read TCS Q4 Preview<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Infosys<\/td><td>April 23, 2026<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/infosys-q4-results-2026-date-preview\">Read Infosys Q4 Preview<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NELCO<\/td><td>May 2026 (Expected)<\/td><td>This article<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_Quarter_Matters\"><\/span><strong>Why This Quarter Matters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Q4 FY26 is the final quarter of the financial year \u2014 it determines full-year FY26 performance, establishes FY27 estimate baselines, and triggers final dividend announcements. For NELCO specifically, Q4 FY26 matters because the stock has delivered a -28% return over the past year, making the quarter&#8217;s growth trajectory and management guidance crucial for sentiment recovery.<\/p><p>Institutional investors typically rebalance portfolios at the end of March, and Q4 results provide the data clarity needed to assess whether to increase or reduce positions ahead of the new financial year. Analyst price targets \u2014 ranging from Rs 840 to Rs 850 \u2014 will be updated post-results based on the actual Q4 FY26 performance and FY27 guidance.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NELCO_Q4_FY26_Earnings_Estimates\"><\/span><strong>NELCO Q4 FY26 Earnings Estimates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133715\/nelco_estimates-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"NELCO Q4 FY26 Earnings Estimates\" class=\"wp-image-73242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133715\/nelco_estimates-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133715\/nelco_estimates-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133715\/nelco_estimates-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133715\/nelco_estimates-900x471.jpg 900w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133715\/nelco_estimates-600x314.jpg 600w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133715\/nelco_estimates-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133715\/nelco_estimates.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Access premium SEBI-registered research on <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\">Univest<\/a>.<\/p><p>Analysts from brokerages including MOFSL, YES Securities, JM Financial, and ICICI Direct have published Q4 FY26 preview estimates for NELCO. Consensus revenue estimate stands at Rs 120\u2013140 Cr, compared to Rs 108 Cr in Q3 FY26. PAT is estimated at Rs 12\u201318 Cr, with margin projections of EBITDA 18\u201322%. These estimates are based on publicly available information and may differ from actual results.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Metric<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Q3 FY26 Actual<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Q4 FY26 Estimate<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key Driver<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Revenue<\/td><td>Rs 108 Cr<\/td><td>Rs 120\u2013140 Cr<\/td><td>Seasonal demand + YoY growth<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PAT<\/td><td>Rs 10 Cr<\/td><td>Rs 12\u201318 Cr<\/td><td>Operating leverage improvement<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Margin<\/td><td>EBITDA 17.5%<\/td><td>EBITDA 18\u201322%<\/td><td>Cost control + pricing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Growth (YoY)<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>15\u201322% YoY<\/td><td>Volume\/price mix<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dividend (Expected)<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Unlikely \u2014 growth reinvestment<\/td><td>Board discretion<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Beyond the headline numbers, investors should watch management commentary on two additional points: the FY27 revenue and margin guidance, and the dividend declaration. The FY27 outlook will carry more weight for the stock&#8217;s re-rating than the Q4 numbers themselves in the current market environment.<\/p><p>Screen NELCO fundamentals, historical financials, and peer comparisons on the <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\">Univest Screener<\/a>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Key_Factors_That_Will_Drive_NELCO_Q4_FY26_Performance\"><\/span><strong>5 Key Factors That Will Drive NELCO Q4 FY26 Performance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Connectivity_Mandates\"><\/span><strong>Government Connectivity Mandates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>NELCO is a Tata Group company providing VSAT-based satellite communication services. Government mandates for rural connectivity, defence communication, and offshore platform connectivity are driving strong order flow into Q4 FY26.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LEO_Satellite_Opportunity\"><\/span><strong>LEO Satellite Opportunity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>The emergence of Low Earth Orbit satellite providers (Starlink, OneWeb) is creating demand for ground infrastructure and managed service providers. NELCO&#8217;s expertise positions it as a potential managed service partner for LEO connectivity in India.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Defence_and_Maritime_Vertical_Growth\"><\/span><strong>Defence and Maritime Vertical Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>NELCO&#8217;s defence and maritime communication segments have seen rising demand from Indian Navy and coast guard applications. This high-margin, long-tenure contract segment provides revenue stability.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Satcom_Spectrum_Allocations\"><\/span><strong>New Satcom Spectrum Allocations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>India&#8217;s regulatory framework for satellite communication is evolving, with new spectrum allocations and liberalised norms. NELCO, as an established satcom player, benefits from first-mover advantage in new frequency bands.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enterprise_and_OTT_Connectivity\"><\/span><strong>Enterprise and OTT Connectivity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Rising enterprise demand for redundant connectivity \u2014 especially for manufacturing plants, retail chains, and healthcare facilities in remote areas \u2014 supports NELCO&#8217;s VSAT service growth with predictable monthly recurring revenue.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Risks_to_Watch_in_NELCO_Q4_FY26\"><\/span><strong>5 Risks to Watch in NELCO Q4 FY26<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulatory_Risk_in_Satcom_Policy\"><\/span><strong>Regulatory Risk in Satcom Policy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Satellite communication regulation in India involves multiple agencies. Policy reversals or spectrum-pricing decisions unfavourable to VSAT providers could affect NELCO&#8217;s cost structure and growth visibility.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Competition_from_Terrestrial_Alternatives\"><\/span><strong>Competition from Terrestrial Alternatives<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Expanding 4G\/5G networks reduce demand for satellite-based connectivity in urban and peri-urban areas, progressively shrinking NELCO&#8217;s addressable market in these geographies.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Customer_Concentration\"><\/span><strong>Customer Concentration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>A portion of NELCO&#8217;s revenue comes from a limited number of large enterprise and government accounts. Loss of a major contract renewal could materially affect Q4 revenue.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technology_Obsolescence_Risk\"><\/span><strong>Technology Obsolescence Risk<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Rapid evolution in satellite technology \u2014 particularly the shift from GEO to LEO \u2014 requires continuous technology investment. Delays in upgrading infrastructure could affect service quality and contract renewal rates.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Capital_Expenditure_Intensity\"><\/span><strong>Capital Expenditure Intensity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Ground infrastructure and satellite capacity investment require significant capital. Higher capex levels can compress free cash flow even as revenues grow.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NELCO_Share_Price_and_Analyst_Ratings\"><\/span><strong>NELCO Share Price and Analyst Ratings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133751\/nelco_share_analyst-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"NELCO Share Price and Analyst Ratings\" class=\"wp-image-73243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133751\/nelco_share_analyst-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133751\/nelco_share_analyst-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133751\/nelco_share_analyst-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133751\/nelco_share_analyst-900x471.jpg 900w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133751\/nelco_share_analyst-600x314.jpg 600w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133751\/nelco_share_analyst-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/17133751\/nelco_share_analyst.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>NELCO is trading at Rs 650 as of early April 2026, against a 52-week high of Rs 980 and 52-week low of Rs 560. The 1-year return of -28% reflects the broader sector headwinds and company-specific factors discussed in this article. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 1,200 Cr. The -28% return has compressed valuations, creating a potential entry point for investors who believe the FY27 recovery story is intact.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Brokerage<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rating<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Target Price<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Investment Thesis<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MOFSL<\/td><td>Buy<\/td><td>Rs 850<\/td><td>VSAT + satcom opportunity large<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>YES Securities<\/td><td>Buy<\/td><td>Rs 820<\/td><td>Tata group backing a positive<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>JM Financial<\/td><td>Add<\/td><td>Rs 780<\/td><td>Govt connectivity orders growing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ICICI Direct<\/td><td>Buy<\/td><td>Rs 840<\/td><td>LEO satellite play emerging<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Download the <a href=\"http:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a> to track NELCO&#8217;s live price, receive SEBI-backed research alerts, and access pre- and post-results analysis from registered analysts.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>NELCO is a niche satcom and VSAT services provider with significant tailwinds from government connectivity mandates and LEO satellite opportunity. Q4 FY26 revenue of Rs 120\u2013140 Cr and PAT of Rs 12\u201318 Cr represent double-digit growth over a low base. Buy consensus with targets up to Rs 850 reflects the market&#8217;s optimism on satcom sector expansion.<\/p><p>This article is for informational and educational purposes only. Investors are advised to consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making investment decisions. Historical performance and analyst estimates are not guarantees of future results.<\/p><p>For more Q4 FY26 results previews across sectors, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\">Univest Blogs<\/a>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_NELCO_Q4_results_2026_date\"><\/span><strong>What is the NELCO Q4 results 2026 date?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>The NELCO Q4 FY26 results date is May 2026 (Expected). The board of directors will meet to approve audited financial statements for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, and consider a final dividend recommendation.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_NELCO_Q4_FY26_PAT_estimate\"><\/span><strong>What is the NELCO Q4 FY26 PAT estimate?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Analysts estimate NELCO Q4 FY26 PAT at Rs 12\u201318 Cr, based on revenue of Rs 120\u2013140 Cr and margin of EBITDA 18\u201322%. Actual results may differ from consensus estimates.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_NELCOs_share_price_ahead_of_Q4_results\"><\/span><strong>What is NELCO&#8217;s share price ahead of Q4 results?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>NELCO is trading at Rs 650 as of early April 2026. The 52-week high is Rs 980 and the low is Rs 560. The 1-year return is -28% and market cap is Rs 1,200 Cr.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_NELCO_declare_a_dividend_in_Q4_2026\"><\/span><strong>Will NELCO declare a dividend in Q4 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>NELCO is expected to consider Unlikely \u2014 growth reinvestment as a final dividend at the Q4 FY26 board meeting. The actual dividend will be declared by the board and is subject to the company&#8217;s profitability and capital allocation policy.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_analysts_have_a_Buy_rating_on_NELCO\"><\/span><strong>Which analysts have a Buy rating on NELCO?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>MOFSL (Target: Rs 850), YES Securities (Target: Rs 820), ICICI Direct (Target: Rs 840) have a positive rating on NELCO heading into Q4 FY26 results.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_were_NELCO_Q3_FY26_results\"><\/span><strong>What were NELCO Q3 FY26 results?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>NELCO reported revenue of Rs 108 Cr and PAT of Rs 10 Cr in Q3 FY26 (October\u2013December 2025), with margin at EBITDA 17.5%. These form the sequential base against which Q4 FY26 results will be measured.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_do_Infosys_and_TCS_announce_Q4_results_2026\"><\/span><strong>When do Infosys and TCS announce Q4 results 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>TCS announced Q4 FY26 results on April 9, 2026. Read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/tcs-q4-results-2026-date-preview\">TCS Q4 Results 2026 preview<\/a>. Infosys announced Q4 FY26 results on April 23, 2026. Read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/infosys-q4-results-2026-date-preview\">Infosys Q4 Results 2026 preview<\/a>.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_NELCO_a_good_investment_ahead_of_Q4_results\"><\/span><strong>Is NELCO a good investment ahead of Q4 results?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>This depends on your risk appetite, investment horizon, and portfolio context. NELCO has compelling factors including government connectivity mandates and leo satellite opportunity, but also faces risks including regulatory risk in satcom policy. Consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making investment decisions. Use the&nbsp; to assess fundamentals independently.<\/p><p>Disclaimer: Investment in the share market is subject to risk. This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. All financial data and analyst estimates are sourced from publicly available information including NSE\/BSE filings and company investor relations pages. Verify all numbers before investing. Consult a SEBI-registered advisor before making investment decisions.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_Article\"><\/span><strong>Recent Article<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/motisons-jewellers-q4-results-2026\">Motisons Jewellers Q4 Results 2026: Date, Revenue, PAT &amp; Analyst Outlook<\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/motilal-oswal-financial-services-q4-results-2026\">Motilal Oswal Financial Services Q4 Results 2026: Date, Revenue, PAT &amp; Analyst Outlook<\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/moschip-technologies-q4-results-2026\">Moschip Technologies Q4 Results 2026: Date, Revenue, PAT &amp; Analyst Outlook<\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/morepen-laboratories-q4-results-2026\">Morepen Laboratories Q4 Results 2026: Date, Revenue, PAT &amp; Analyst Outlook<\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/morarjee-textiles-q4-results-2026\">Morarjee Textiles Q4 Results 2026: Date, Revenue, PAT &amp; Analyst Outlook<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NELCO (NSE: NELCO) is preparing to announce its Q4 FY26 financial results for the quarter ending March 31, 2026. With the stock trading at Rs 650 and a 52-week range of Rs 560\u2013Rs 980, the Q4 FY26 results will be a pivotal event for investors tracking the Telecom\/Satellite sector. 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