Castrol India Limited reports strong growth in 2Q 2025

Mumbai

5 August 2025

• 2Q Revenue up 7%, EBITDA rises 8%; at ₹1,497 Cr and ₹349 Cr, respectively
• Maintains growth momentum in 1H; closes at ₹2,919 Cr revenue, ₹477 Cr PAT
• Across-category growth, wider presence, sustained brand investments powering momentum
• Declares interim dividend of ₹3.5 per share.

Castrol India Limited (BSE: 500870; NSE: CASTROLIND), has announced its financial results for the second quarter (2Q) and first half (1H) ended 30 June 2025. The Company follows the calendar year (January to December) for its financial reporting.

Key financial highlights:

Second quarter of 2025

• Revenue from Operations at ₹1,497 Crore, growth of 7% (YoY)
• EBITDA at ₹349 Crore growth of 8% (YoY)
• PAT rises 5% (YoY) to ₹244 crore 

First half of 2025

• Revenue from Operations at ₹2,919 Crore, up 7% (YoY)
• EBITDA at ₹657 Crore up 7% (YoY)
• PAT up 6.5% to ₹477 Crore (YoY)

“We delivered a steady second quarter, building on the momentum from 1Q, while navigating a complex and evolving macro environment. We stayed focused on execution—expanding our reach in rural markets, growing our presence in industrial business, and continuing to offer our customers quality and convenience. We also took important steps toward circular product innovation and deepened our associations with OEMs,” said Kedar Lele, Managing Director, Castrol India Limited.

“We’re optimistic about what lies ahead. Industrial is a long-term growth area for us, and we’ve seen encouraging traction in the first half—new customers, stronger momentum, and more locally-made products. At the same time, our rural strategy is playing out well, and we’ll keep strengthening it in the coming months,” he added.

The Board of Directors of the Company has declared an interim dividend of ₹3.5 per share, which will be paid on or before 3 September 2025.

Here is a summary of CIL financial results and a comparison with last year and quarter:

*CIL follows a calendar year basis (CY: January to December) for financial reporting.

Key 2Q 2025 highlights include:

• Momentum in industrial:
  • Recently launched Rustilo (DW 800) range of rust preventives, manufactured in and developed for India, now serves over 100 customers in automotive, bearings, tube and metal manufacturing.
  • Localised production of globally acclaimed metalworking fluids—Hysol MB50 and 20XBB range, enabling faster delivery and superior value creation.
  • Chemical Management Services (CMS) now operational at multiple new sites.
     
• Expanding distribution leadership:
  • Castrol is now present in over 160k outlets comprising 32,000+ bike points, 11,000+ multi-brand car workshops, and an extensive dealer network.
  • Castrol Auto Service network continues to expand, delivering reliable professional services in the aftermarket. We support over 730 workshops across 340+ cities.
  • Full range of autocare products now available across e-commerce, modern trade, and over 50k physical outlets across India.
     
• Delivering in Bharat:
  • Our portfolio and physical presence delivering consistent double-digit growth in rural India.
  • Digital transformation of distributor management system (DMS) across distributors and rural Castrol sub-distributors (CSDs).
     
• Strengthening mechanic advocacy:
  • FastScan, Castrol’s flagship mechanic connect app, now used by over a million mechanics, crossing over 200,000 transactions, daily.
  • Multiple mechanic meets and training programmes to enhance capability.
     
• Strengthening brand associations and mental availability:
  • Castrol EDGE powering 300kmph club of super cars at Natrax and Valley Run 2025 reaching ~3 million biking and racing enthusiasts.
  • Concluded Castrol Activ relaunch campaign ‘#GarmiMeinBhi3xProtection’ with a reach of over 258 million consumers.
     
• Sustainability and circularity:
  • India’s first-of-its-kind RRBO-based engine oils for BS-IV vehicles with a leading passenger and commercial automobile manufacturer.
     
• Awards and recognitions:
  • Silvassa plant received the Golden Peacock Award for Occupational Health and Safety 2025.
  • 2024 Annual Report won Platinum at the LACP Spotlight Awards.