Quess Corp Limited reported strong Q4 results 2026, supported by steady demand in staffing services, higher profitability, and growth in overseas operations. The company posted a sharp rise in quarterly earnings while maintaining healthy cash flows and shareholder returns during FY26.
For Q4 results 2026, Quess Corp reported revenue of ₹3,892 crore, marking a 6% year-on-year increase. EBITDA rose 28% YoY to ₹86 crore, while EBITDA margin improved to 2.2%, the company’s highest quarterly margin so far. Reported profit after tax surged 167% YoY to ₹64 crore, reflecting improved operational efficiency and better performance across high-margin business segments.
For the full financial year, total revenue stood at ₹15,305 crore, up 2% compared to FY25. EBITDA increased 19% YoY to ₹312 crore, while adjusted PAT rose 10% to ₹230 crore. Adjusted earnings per share came in at ₹15.4, growing 9% annually. The company also maintained a strong balance sheet with a net cash position of ₹271 crore and delivered a return on equity of 20%.
The company’s General Staffing business remained its largest segment, contributing nearly 86% of total revenue at ₹13,176 crore. However, the strongest growth came from Professional Staffing, where EBITDA jumped 43% YoY. Demand from Global Capability Centres (GCCs) continued to support this segment, accounting for 67% of segment revenue.
The Overseas Business segment also delivered strong numbers, with EBITDA rising 21% YoY. Malaysia recorded revenue growth of 83%, while Middle East operations maintained EBITDA margins of around 11%.
Operationally, Quess Corp continued to expand its workforce scale. Total headcount reached 4.78 lakh associates as of March 31, 2026, while the company added around 90,000 gross hires during Q4 alone. Quess currently serves more than 2,200 active clients across eight countries and holds an estimated 26% market share among Indian Staffing Federation members.
The board approved a final dividend of ₹3 per share along with a special interim dividend of ₹3 per share. Total dividend payout for FY26 stood at ₹11 per share. The company also introduced a new capital allocation policy targeting nearly 75% of free cash flow distribution to shareholders through dividends or buybacks over the next three years.
| Metric | Q4 FY26 | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹3,892 Cr | +6% |
| EBITDA | ₹86 Cr | +28% |
| EBITDA Margin | 2.2% | Highest Ever Quarterly Margin |
| PAT | ₹64 Cr | +167% |
| Gross Hiring Additions | 90,000+ | Strong Hiring Momentum |
| Total Associates | 4.78 Lakh | Stable Workforce Expansion |
| Financial Indicator | FY26 Performance | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue | ₹15,305 Cr | +2% |
| EBITDA | ₹312 Cr | +19% |
| EBITDA Margin | 2.0% | Up from 1.8% |
| Adjusted PAT | ₹230 Cr | +10% |
| Adjusted EPS | ₹15.4 | +9% |
| Net Cash Position | ₹271 Cr | Strong Balance Sheet |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 20% | Healthy Returns |
| EBITDA to OCF Conversion | 80% | Strong Cash Flow |
| Segment | Revenue | Revenue Growth | EBITDA Growth | Key Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Staffing | ₹13,176 Cr | +1% | -3% | Largest segment with 466k associates |
| Professional Staffing | ₹930 Cr | +13% | +43% | GCC demand driving profitability |
| Overseas Business | ₹1,197 Cr | +5% | +21% | Strong growth in Malaysia & Middle East |
| Active Clients | 2,200+ | — | — | 30% clients retained for 5+ years |
| Market Share | 26% | — | — | Among ISF staffing members |
| Dividend FY26 | ₹11/share | — | — | Includes special interim dividend |
Source: https://www.bseindia.com/xml-data/corpfiling/AttachLive/9cb0031f-40b6-434d-b6e3-0cc6f0c9b0b3.pdf

