Apollo Hospitals Enterprises reported a 34% increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,942 crore for FY26, driven by growth across its core businesses including Healthcare Services, Diagnostics and Retail Health, and Digital and Pharmacy. Consolidated revenue rose 16% year-on-year to Rs 25,229 crore, reflecting the company's robust expansion strategy in response to India's long-term healthcare needs.
The company's healthcare services revenue for FY26 stood at Rs 12,555 crore, marking a 13% year-on-year increase, while healthcare net profit rose 14% to Rs 1,628 crore. Apollo Hospitals expanded its footprint with new facility launches and ongoing projects in key cities, aiming to add 1,500 operating beds in the next 12-18 months, bringing the total to 10,000 beds.
Apollo's Board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 10 per equity share for FY26. The company also reported an overall occupancy rate of 68% for its hospitals as of March 31, 2026, up from 67% in the same period the previous year.
“Our expansion strategy continues to be guided by India’s long-term healthcare needs. During the year, we strengthened our footprint through new facility launches and continued progress on expansion projects across key cities.”
Prathap C Reddy, Chairman, Apollo Hospitals Enterprises
The proposed demerger of Apollo's pharmacy and digital health businesses is a strategic move aimed at enabling sharper focus and accelerated growth, with a potential listing by Q4 FY27. The company also launched four hospitals over the past six months, with upcoming facilities in Hyderabad and Sonarpur, Kolkata.
Prathap C Reddy, Chairman of Apollo Hospitals Enterprises, emphasized the company's commitment to improving access to high-quality healthcare in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, describing it as both a strategic priority and a responsibility.
“Growth during the quarter was supported by improved performance in CONGO-T (case mix) specialties and growth in high-complexity procedures including lung and heart surgeries.”
Krishnan Akhileswaran, Group Chief Financial Officer
Background
Apollo Hospitals has been a leader in the Indian healthcare sector, known for its comprehensive services and strategic expansions. The company's focus on underserved markets and high-complexity procedures highlights its commitment to meeting the evolving healthcare needs in India.
Apollo Hospitals' strategic expansion and focus on high-complexity procedures, such as lung and heart surgeries, are expected to continue driving growth. The healthcare giant's efforts to enhance its service offerings and expand its reach in underserved markets will be key areas to watch in the coming years.
