S.
No.
|
Borrower Name
|
Details of Resolution Plan
|
1
|
Lanco Amarkantak Power Limited
|
Resolution with change in ownership through NCLT
|
2
|
KSK Mahanadi Power Company Limited
|
|
3
|
Om Shakti Renergies Ltd
|
Liquidated through NCLT
|
4
|
Vyshaka Solar Energy Systems Private Limited
|
Restructuring with existing promoter outside NCLT
|
On behalf of the Board of Directors, it is my privilege to present the 39th Annual Report of your Company for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2025, along with the Audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements and Auditor's Report thereon.
Your Company has been striving to enhance the value proposition for all stakeholders while maintaining the momentum of project sanctions, sustaining development levels and optimizing costs. Your Company has played an important part in accelerating the progress of the Indian economy, which was amongst the fastest growing economies in FY 2024-25. By consolidating our efforts and continuing to grow sustainably, we can support in meeting the country's expanding energy needs while creating value for stakeholders. Your Company has registered another year of robust performance and made substantial progress.
The year 2024-25 was excellent for your Company as it demonstrated remarkable persistent performance to achieve significant milestones in operational and financial performance. The performance highlights of your company for the FY 2024-25 are briefly mentioned here to give an overview of accomplishments on all fronts:
BUILDING ON 39 YEARS: EMPOWERING FOR FOUR DECADES OF SUCCESS
As your company proudly completes 39 years of empowering India's power sector, it stands tall as a pillar of strength, resilience, and innovation. Over nearly four decades, your company has played a transformative role in financing and developing power infrastructure, driving the nation's energy growth. With a legacy built on integrity, excellence, and strategic foresight, PFC is not only celebrating past achievements but also preparing to embrace the future with renewed commitment. As it is approaching the milestone of 40 years, PFC is poised to scale greater heights, continuing its journey as a key enabler of sustainable and inclusive development in India's energy landscape. In the growth journey, this fiscal year 2024-25 has marked a period of notable accomplishments for your Company, characterized by comprehensive performance. The key highlights of achievements during the FY 2024-25 are outlined as follows:
1. Prominent Accomplishments
• 36th in Fortune 500 India' 2024
• 3rd highest profit making CPSE in India
• Largest Renewable Energy Financer in India
• Crossed H5 Lakh crore mark in loan assets
• IFSC's First Finance Company for Power & Infrastructure lending i.e. PFC Infra Finance IFSC Limited received
approval from IFSCA for commencing its operations as a Finance Company in IFSC GIFT City Gujarat.
• PFC has been conferred "Governance Now PSU Award" for both "Financial Performance" and "Excellence in Learning and Development" recognized for its strong financial performance and commitment to employee development, the recognition highlighting PFC's robust institutional governance and its overall contribution to the power and financial sectors.
2. PFC's Financial and Operational Health:
A Pillar of Sustainable Growth
i. Financial Excellence (Standalone)
• Profit After Tax (PAT) increased by 21% in FY 2024-25 from H14,367 crore in FY 2023-24 to H17,352 in FY 2024-25.
• Net worth increased by 15% on account of increasing profits i.e. H90,937 crore as at March 31, 2025 vs H79,203 crore as at March 31, 2024.
• Earnings per share increase by 21% in FY 2024-25.
• 10% year on year increase in 54EC bonds portfolio with 54EC bonds-a low-cost fund avenue available to PFC of H9,943.09 crore as on March 31, 2025 vs H8,994 crore as on March 31, 2024.
ii. Consolidated Performance: Driving Forward
• 15% increment in PAT i.e H30,514 crore in FY 2024-25 vs H26,461 crore in FY 2023-24.
• The gross loan assets recorded a growth of 12%, H11,09,996 crore as at March 31, 2025 from H9,90,824 crore as at March 31, 2024.
• Net Worth of the company grew by 16% in FY 2024-25 to H1,55,155 crore as compared to H1,34,289 crore in FY 2023-24.
• PFC Group, the nodal agency for implementation of LPS Rules has been instrumental in reduction in legacy dues of DISCOMs by 90% of total legacy dues.
• Significant reduction in NPA
Particulars
|
As at March 31, 2025
|
As at
March 31, 2024
|
Gross NPA to Gross Loans
|
1.64%
|
3.02%
|
Net NPA to Net Loans
|
0.38%
|
0.85%
|
iii. Healthy Asset Portfolio
• Total provision of H8,424 crore towards Stage- III Loan Assets as at the end of FY 2024-25 against H5,43,120 crore Total Gross Loan Assets. The Net Stage-III Assets stands at H2,093 crore as on March 31, 2025, which is
0.39% to the Total Gross Loan Assets.
• Major projects resolved during the year:
iv. PFC'S Strategic Compass Towards Navigating Tomorrow-'Nayi Soch Nayi Raahein'
Embracing the motto 'Nayi Soch Nayi Raahein' - Your Company is steering into new directions, shaping the future through innovative ideas and forward-looking perspectives. With the amendment in the Memorandum of Association, PFC's lending capabilities have been extended to encompass the wider infrastructure and logistics sectors with focus on charging infrastructure, roads, ports, metro rail, smart cities, other infrastructure projects etc.
During the year, your company has provided financial assistance to projects such as metro rail, petroleum refining, desalination plant and bio ethanol manufacturing. It is focused on maintaining a 25% market share in India's renewable capacity and exploring funding opportunities in clean technologies such as energy storage - Battery & Pumped Hydro, e- mobility, Green Hydrogen etc. and also contribute to India's energy transformation and meeting the Net Zero Targets.
Your Company's above navigation of strategic objectives will be on the following lines:
4. Financial Performance - Standalone
i. Profitability
• Preferred Lending Partner: Consolidate its position as the lender of choice in the Power, Energy and Infrastructure sectors, financing solutions to government and private borrowers at reasonable costs.
• Net-Zero Leadership: Lead investments towards achieving India's Net-Zero emissions goal by prioritizing investments in green infrastructure projects. Leverage the expertise to catalyze sustainable energy solutions that align with global climate objectives.
• Sectoral Reforms and Innovation: Spearhead transformative reforms in the Power, Energy, and Climate sectors, collaborating closely with the Government of India to implement policies and programmes of GoI for power sector.
• Diversified Growth: Expand the lending portfolio into new and emerging areas in power and infrastructure sector and adapt to evolving market dynamics to capitalize on new opportunities which can help in reducing the cost of power to the end consumer and to ensure viability of emerging technologies.
3. Powering Growth Through Numbers- A Financial Synopsis
Your company has demonstrated strong financial growth in FY 2024-25. Both Profit Before Tax and Profit After Tax have seen significant double-digit increases. This positive trend is supported by a substantial increase in total income, primarily driven by revenue from operations. While total expenses also increased, the growth in revenue outpaced the growth in expenses, leading to improved profitability. The dominance of finance costs within total expenses remains a key characteristic of your company's financial structure. Total Comprehensive Income also saw a healthy increase. The government's substantial holding in the company's equity remains a significant aspect of its ownership structure.
Particulars
|
Standalone
|
|
Consolidated
|
|
2024-25
|
2023-24
|
2024-25
|
2023-24
|
Total Income
|
53,127.76
|
46,034.10
|
1,06,598.70
|
91,174.87
|
Profit Before Tax
|
21,172.37
|
17,625.69
|
38,632.16
|
33,588.12
|
Tax expenses
|
3,820.18
|
3,258.67
|
8,117.76
|
7,126.94
|
Profit After Tax
|
17,352.19
|
14,367.02
|
30,514.40
|
26,461.18
|
Owners of the Company
|
|
|
22,990.81
|
19,761.16
|
Non-Controlling Interests
|
|
|
7,523.59
|
6,700.02
|
Total Comprehensive Income
|
17,051.35
|
15,755.48
|
28,698.82
|
28,893.91
|
Owners of the Company
|
|
|
21,893.66
|
21,699.27
|
Non-Controlling Interests
|
|
|
6,805.16
|
7,194.64
|
Total Income
53,121
46,034
|
(I crore)
1,06,599
91,175
3
|
|
Tax expenses
3,820
3,259
|
7,127
I
|
(I crore) 8,118
|
FY24
|
FY25
|
FY24
|
FY25
|
|
|
FY24
|
FY25
|
FY24
|
FY25
|
|
Standalone
|
Consolidated
|
|
|
Standalone
|
Consolidated
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Profit Before Tax
|
(I crore)
|
|
Profit After Tax
|
|
(I crore)
|
|
|
38,632
|
|
|
|
30,514
|
|
|
33,588
|
|
|
|
|
|
26,461
|
|
|
21,172
|
|
|
|
17,352
|
|
|
17,626
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
14,367
|
1
|
|
|
|
FY24
|
FY25
|
FY24
|
FY25
|
|
|
FY24
|
FY25
|
FY24
|
FY25
|
|
Standalone
|
Consolidated
|
|
|
Standalone
|
Consolidated
|
|
ii. Other Equity (Retained Earnings)
|
|
Standalone
|
Consolidated*
|
|
|
2024-25
|
2023-24
|
2024-25
|
2023-24
|
Opening Balance of Surplus
|
15,876.21
|
12,648.64
|
23,413.33
|
18,236.28
|
Profit after tax for the year
|
17,352.19
|
14,367.02
|
22,990.81
|
19,761.16
|
Re-Measurement of Defined Benefit Plans
|
(4.72)
|
(4.27)
|
(4.42)
|
(4.66)
|
Transfer towards Reserve for Bad & Doubtful Debts u/s 36(1)(viia) (c) of Income Tax Act, 1961
|
(915.33)
|
(712.12)
|
(1,358.42)
|
(1,074.12)
|
Transfer to Special Reserve created and maintained u/s 36(1)(viii) of Income Tax Act, 1961
|
(3,295.53)
|
(2,804.90)
|
(5,164.37)
|
(4,419.18)
|
Transfer to Special Reserve created u/s 45-IC(1) of Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
|
(3,470.45)
|
(2,873.40)
|
(5,124.57)
|
(4,349.20)
|
Transfer to General Reserve
|
-
|
-
|
(394.76)
|
-
|
Transfer to Interest Differential Reserve - KfW Loan (net)
|
(1.75)
|
(2.18)
|
(1.75)
|
(2.18)
|
Dividends
|
(5,362.67)
|
(4,818.15)
|
(5,362.67)
|
(4,818.16)
|
Reclassification of gain / loss on sale of equity instrument measured at OCI
|
114.38
|
164.76
|
114.38
|
190.02
|
Impairment Reserve
|
-
|
(89.18)
|
-
|
(89.18)
|
Adjustments
|
-
|
-
|
(17.53)
|
(17.45)
|
Closing Balance of Surplus
|
20,292.33
|
15,876.21
|
29,090.03
|
23,413.33
|
iii. Dividend
The Board of Directors of the Company has recommended final dividend H676.52 crore @ 20.5% on the paid up equity share capital i.e. H2.05 /- per equity share of H10/- each for the FY 2024-25, subject to the approval of the shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. The Company had also paid interim dividend H4,537.64 crore @ 137.5% on the paid up equity share capital i.e. H13.75 /- per equity share of H10 /- each during FY 2024-25.
Dividend (per share)
|
FY 2024-25
|
FY 2023-24
|
In J
|
In %
|
In J
|
In %
|
First Interim
|
3.25
|
32.5
|
4.5
|
45
|
Second Interim
|
3.5
|
35
|
3.5
|
35
|
Third Interim
|
3.5
|
35
|
3.0
|
30
|
Fourth Interim
|
3.5
|
35
|
-
|
-
|
Final Dividend
|
2.05A
|
20.5a
|
2.5
|
25
|
TOTAL DIVIDEND
|
15.8
|
158
|
13.5
|
135
|
ARecommended for approval of Shareholders
Details of Interim Dividend paid & Final Dividend payable in FY 24-25 and Interim / Final dividends paid in previous years are as follows:
16
|
|
|
|
13.75
|
6,000
|
14
|
|
|
|
JV
|
5,000
|
|
|
|
11.00
|
|
12
|
|
|
10.75
|
5,205
|
|
|
9.50
|
|
8.75
|
4,455
|
|
4,000
|
10
|
|
|
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|
3,000
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|
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|
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|
2,508
|
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|
2,640
|
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|
2,000
|
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|
|
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|
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|
1,000
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
n
|
0
|
FY19-20
|
FY20-21
|
FY21-22
|
FY22-23
|
FY23-24
|
FY24-25
|
0
|
H Interim Dividend paid per share in J | Total Dividend pay out in J crore
5. Operational Performance
i. Asset Quality
Particulars
|
FY 2024-25
|
FY 2023-24
|
Gross Loan Assets
|
5,43,120
|
4,81,462
|
Stage III Assets
|
10,517
|
16,073
|
Provision on Stage III Assets
|
8,424
|
11,963
|
Gross Stage III as % of Gross Loan Assets
|
1.94%
|
3.34%
|
Net Stage III as % of Gross Loan Assets
|
0.39%
|
0.85%
|
ii. Key Financial Ratios of the Company for FY 2024-25 Vis-A-Vis FY 2023-24 are given below:
Ratio
|
As at March 31, 2025
|
As at
March 31, 2024
|
Net Debt Equity Ratio
|
5.12
|
5.14
|
Operating Margin %
|
39.82%
|
38.27%
|
Net Profit Margin%
|
32.66%
|
31.21%
|
Gross Credit Impaired Assets Ratio %
|
1.94%
|
3.34%
|
Net Credit Impaired Assets Ratio %
|
0.39%
|
0.85%
|
CRAR%
|
22.08%
|
25.41%
|
Return on Net Worth (%)
|
20.40%
|
19.49%
|
iii. Sanction/Disbursement (Excluding RDSS/IPDS/R-APDRP)
During FY 2024-25, your Company sanctioned loans amounting to H3,61,068 crore, thereby registering an increase of 28% over the previous year's sanctioned amount of H2,82,269 crore. Loans disbursed during FY 2024-25 were H1,68,265 crore, showing an increase of 32% over the previous year's disbursed amount of H1,27,656 crore.
The details of sector wise sanctions and disbursements are provided in below:
B. Social & Governance Leadership
SECTOR
|
FY 2024-25
|
FY 2023-24
|
Category
|
Sanctions
|
Disbursement
|
Sanctions
|
Disbursements
|
State sector
|
1,35,158
|
1,15,244
|
2,16,167
|
96,349
|
Central sector
|
20,049
|
3,789
|
14,648
|
1,459
|
Joint sector
|
76,072
|
5,300
|
8,804
|
5,855
|
Private sector
|
1,29,789
|
43,932
|
42,650
|
23,993
|
Total
|
3,61,068
|
1,68,265
|
2,82,269
|
1,27,656
|
Award
|
Awarded By
|
Recognition
|
Best Innovation in CSR Practices
|
ASSOCHAM
|
For leveraging assistive technologies to support social inclusion and upliftment of Divyangjan.
|
Indian CSR One Decade Celebration Award
|
|
Celebrates a decade of impactful CSR interventions in the areas of education, health, sanitation, and community welfare.
|
Governance Now PSU Award
|
Governance Now
|
Conferred for excellence in Financial Performance and Learning & Development, showcasing robust institutional governance.
|
Rajbhasha Niti Shreshth Karyanwayan Protsahan Puraskar
|
Ministry of Home Affairs (Rajbhasha Vibhag)
|
Recognizes exemplary implementation of the Official Language Policy in promoting Hindi usage in official communication.
|
C. Financial & Institutional Excellence
iv. Infrastructure Financing
As on March 31, 2025, PFC has sanctioned H84,433 crore and disbursed H12,534 crore. Summary of loans sanctioned and disbursed to Logistic & Infrastructure sector are as below:
Discipline
|
Sanction
|
Disbursement
|
Basic Infrastructure
|
773
|
0
|
Desalination & Water Infrastructure
|
163.6
|
0
|
Ethanol and Associated Infra
|
318.2
|
167
|
Logistics Associated Infrastructure
|
76.5
|
75
|
Petroleum and Natural Gas Infra.
|
4,011.8
|
986
|
Port
|
32,110.5
|
4,518
|
Refinery and Petrochemical Complex
|
3,037.5
|
3,005
|
Roads and Highways
|
43,941.8
|
3,783
|
Total
|
84,433
|
12,534
|
Award
|
Awarded By
|
Recognition
|
SCOPE Meritorious Award for Best Financial Institution
|
Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE)
|
Prestigious recognition of PFC's leadership as a high-performing financial institution in the infrastructure sector.
|
Leading Infrastructure Finance Company Award
|
Dun & Bradstreet
|
Acknowledges PFC's pioneering role in power and allied infrastructure financing in India.
|
Corporate Bond Market Award 2024
|
ASSOCHAM
|
Recognizes PFC's leadership in deepening India's corporate bond market and expanding capital availability for long-term infrastructure projects.
|
v. Renewable Energy
As on March 31, 2025, PFC has Sanctioned around H1,13,800 crore and Disbursed H64,702 crore to Renewable Energy Projects. Summary of loans sanctioned and disbursed to Renewable energy projects are as below:
Discipline
|
Sanction
|
Disbursement
|
Solar
|
56,037
|
29,370
|
Wind
|
35,968
|
24,934
|
WTE
|
2,469
|
1,542
|
Small Hydro (<=25 MW)
|
2,046
|
1,570
|
Bagasse
|
859
|
859
|
Biomass
|
1,264
|
149
|
Hybrid (Solar & Wind)
|
15,157
|
6,278
|
Total
|
1,13,800
|
64,702
|
6. Awards & Recognition
Your Company celebrated excellence across Environmental, Social, Governance & Financial Leadership during FY 2024-25. A. Environmental Excellence
Award
|
Awarded By
|
Recognition
|
Outlook CSR Award - Non-Fossil Fuel Business Category
|
Outlook Planet Sustainability Summit 2024
|
For outstanding CSR initiative in clean energy promotion and sustainable development.
|
REINVEST Award
|
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)
|
For significant contributions to renewable energy infrastructure financing and transition leadership.
|
Swachhta Pakhwada Award 2024 - 2nd Prize
|
Ministry of Power, Government of India
|
For impactful implementation of cleanliness campaigns under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
|
7. Events, Outreach & Brand Engagement
In FY 2024-25, your Company significantly enhanced its stakeholder outreach and public engagement through a series of high-impact events, exhibitions, and awareness campaigns which has showcased that your company is a responsible, future-ready public sector leader, blending innovation with impact, and brand building with nation¬ building. These initiatives were not only aligned with PFC's vision of promoting sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity but also strategically amplified its presence across media and public platforms.
Through these efforts, PFC successfully advanced its image.
1. Central Sector Meet
In the backdrop of Government of India's vision to make India the third-largest economy globally by 2030, your company organized a Meet for Central Sector Entities. In the meet, the importance and role played by Central Sector Entities under various Ministries in the country through investments in the infrastructure projects was emphasized. In this regard, PFC has a dedicated team and focused approach towards financing capex requirements of these entities. PFC also understands the nuances of different types of infrastructure projects and is fully geared up to meet the challenges and cater to the varying requirements of each project.
The meet provided a platform for building stronger ties and relationships, so that the collaborative efforts of
these entities can propel India in the journey of becoming the third-largest economy globally by 2030.
2. Investor engagement through Annual Meet 2025
PFC continues to actively engage with the investor community through regular and transparent communication. As part of these efforts, PFC organised its Annual Investor Meet for FY 2024-25 to facilitate in¬ person engagement with investors and analysts. During the meet, senior management presented the Company's financial performance, shared key business updates, provided insights into the power sector outlook, and addressed investor queries. Such engagements support transparent, timely, and two-way communication with existing and potential investors, enhancing PFC's visibility and reinforcing stakeholder confidence.
3. Youth Engagement through Energy Conservation Campaigns
Your Company organized the State Level Painting Competition on Energy Conservation under the aegis of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), targeting school students in the Delhi-NCR region. The competition aimed to sensitize youth towards energy conservation and climate awareness. The award ceremony, graced by senior officials from PFC and BEE, received strong visibility across educational and public outreach channels, reinforcing the organization's alignment with national sustainability goals.
4. Exhibition Participation & Sectoral Showcases
Your Company maintained a prominent presence at key sectoral exhibitions during the year:
• GRIDCON 2025: PFC showcased its leadership in grid modernisation, SCADA automation, and green finance at a dedicated exhibition stall.
• India Energy Week 2025: PFC's stall, hosted within the Ministry of Power Pavilion, highlighted cutting-edge intelligent metering systems and digital grid solutions. These exhibits emphasized PFC's commitment to technological excellence and energy efficiency.
• ELECRAMA 2025: PFC actively engaged with key themes of smart energy and decarbonisation through coordinated social media and partner participation.
5. Sports Engagement - Hockey India Sponsorship
PFC served as the Title Sponsor for the India vs Germany Bilateral Hockey Series held in October 2024 at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi. This landmark event marked the return of international hockey to the capital after a decade. PFC enabled free digital ticketing for the public, promoting national sport and social inclusion. The event significantly enhanced PFC's brand visibility and stakeholder goodwill.
6. Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign
As part of the Government of India's nationwide cleanliness drive, PFC organized comprehensive Swachhata activities in Delhi. Employees actively participated in cleaning public areas such as Shivaji Bridge Railway Station and Connaught Place. Hygiene kits were distributed to vendors and sanitation workers. These activities reinforced the corporation's commitment to civic responsibility and sustainable urban development.
7. Strategic Social Media Impact
PFC's digital communication strategy played a critical role in amplifying the impact of these initiatives. Highlights include:
8. Borrowings
i. Borrowings from Domestic Market
During the FY 2024-25, an amount of H84,609 crore was mobilized through domestic market as per the details given below:-
(H in crore)
Private Placement of Unsecured Taxable Bonds
|
50,078
|
Term Loan from Banks & FIs
|
26,444
|
Commercial Paper
|
5,987
|
Public Issue of Secured Taxable Bonds -
|
54EC Capital Gain Tax Exemption Bonds
|
2100
|
Total
|
84,609
|
Cash Credit/ Overdraft Facilities
For day to day operations, your company continued to follow prudent strategies for optimum utilization of fund based resources. To hedge any financial liquidity bottlenecks, ample credit lines to the tune of H15,750 crore were sanctioned as on March 31, 2025 by various scheduled commercial banks to the company for short term funding.
LCR Compliance
RBI has prescribed Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) framework for NBFCs. These guidelines aims for maintenance of a liquidity buffer in terms of LCR by ensuring that NBFCs have sufficient High Quality Liquid Asset (HQLA) to survive any acute liquidity stress scenario lasting for next 30 days.
PFC is maintaining 100% of the HQLA requirement to cover net cash outflows over the next 30 calendar days, in compliance with the RBI guidelines on LCR. HQLA stood at H2,280.88 crore (LCR Ratio 140.64%) as on March 31, 2025.
ii. External Borrowings
The foreign currency denominated borrowings during FY 2024-25 are as follows:
1. Foreign Currency Term Loans
|
21,096.66
|
2. Short Term Loans in Foreign Currency
|
5,811.93
|
TOTAL
|
26,908.59
|
Green Bonds
PFC established its Green Bond Framework in October, 2017 as approved by Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI), London, UK. The Green Bond framework for funding renewable
projects (viz. Solar and Wind) has been updated in August, 2021 to align with the latest set of guidelines namely Climate Bonds Standard version 3.0, the Green Bond Principles (GBP), 2021 issued by the International Capital Markets Association (ICMA). In this context, an agreement was executed between PFC & Climate Bonds Initiative.
The Green Bonds issued by PFC:
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Amount
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Listed on
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First USD Green bond
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US $400 million
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London Stock Exchange's
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issued in December,
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(H2,575 crore)
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new International
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2017 at a coupon of
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Securities Market
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3.75%
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(ISM), Singapore Stock Exchange and India INX
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First Euro Green
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EUR 300 million
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Singapore Stock
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Bonds issued in
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(H2,597 crore)
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Exchange, India INX and
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September, 2021 at a coupon of 1.84%
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NSE IFSC
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Annual update to the holders of the bonds, as required under the PFC's Green bond framework is as follows:-
The funds raised under Green bonds have been utilized to finance renewable energy projects as per the "Eligible Projects" under PFC's Green Bond Framework. As at March 31, 2025, outstanding loan balances of Solar & Wind energy projects funded by PFC are H22,118 crore & H16,971
crore respectively. The total capacity of Solar & Wind energy projects funded by PFC and which are outstanding as on March 31, 2025 is 14,670 MW. Accordingly, PFC green bond portfolio is more than the amount raised through issue of green bonds.
Externally Aided Projects
Outstanding balance from multilateral/ bilateral agencies
as at March 31 2025 is as follows
Source
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Amount
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KfW
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EUR 71,646,3111
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Credit National
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EUR 311,498
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ADB
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USD 3,432,302
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* Includes EUR 58,747,000.56 disbursed by KfW in FY 2022-23 and Eur 17,763,829.26 in FY 2023-24 under Discom Investment Facility (ODA Loan- Without Govt. Guarantee).
9. Domestic and International Credit Rating
Your company has been assigned the highest ratings by Domestic Credit Rating Agencies and Sovereign Rating by International Credit Rating Agencies as at March 31, 2025. Your Company believes that these credit ratings enables us to develop strong relationship with our lenders and borrow funds at competitive rates.
Credit Rating Overview
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10. Memorandum of Understanding with Govt. of India
Your Company enters into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Power (MoP) every year wherein your Company is evaluated on various financial and non-financial parameters. The performance of your company in this regard is as follows:
• Consistent Rating: 'Excellent' by Government of India
• FY 2023-24: 'Excellent' Rating Received
• FY 2024-25: Rating Awaited
In FY 2024-25, the achievement of your Company on some of the key MoU parameters (on standalone basis) has been as under:
MoU Parameter
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Achievement
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Revenue from Operations
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H53,099.22 crore
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Loans Disbursed to Total Funds Available
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99.99%
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Overdue loans to Total Loans
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0.06%
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NPA to Total Loans
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0.39%
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Cost of raising funds through Bonds as compared to similarly rated CPSEs
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(-)11.94 bps
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11. Subsidiaries
A. REC Limited
Your company is the promoter & holding company of REC, with shareholding of 52.63% in its paid up equity share capital.
REC is also a Systemically Important (Non-Deposit Accepting or Holding) Non-Banking Finance Company (NBFC) registered with Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as an Infrastructure Finance Company (IFC). Its business activities involve financing projects in the complete power sector value chain, be it generation, transmission or distribution. REC provides financial assistance to state electricity boards, state governments, central/state power utilities, independent power producers, rural electric cooperatives and private sector utilities.
Further, during the FY 2024-25, the total income of REC was H55,979.62 crore vis-a-vis H47,571 crore in the previous FY 2023-24 and the net profit earned by REC during FY 2024-25 was H15,713.21 crore as against the corresponding net profit of H14,019.21 crore for last FY 23-24.
The detailed operational and financial performance of REC is available on its website i.e. www.recindia.nic.in
The following subsidiaries of REC as on March 31, 2025 are also subsidiaries of PFC:
i. REC Power Development & Consultancy Limited
ii. Chandil Transmission Limited
iii. Dumka Transmission Limited
iv. Mandar Transmission Limited
v. Koderma Transmission Limited
vi. Luhri Power Transmission Limited
vii. Shongtong Power Transmission Limited
viii. Kankani Power Transmission Limited
ix. Tuticorin Power Transmission Limited
x. WRNES Talegaon Power Transmission Limited
xi. Rajgarh III Power Transmission Limited
xii. Jejuri Hinjewadi Power Transmission Limited
xiii. Velgaon Power Transmission Limited
B. PFC Consulting Limited
PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of your company. It has been offering consultancy support to the Power Sector. The Services offered by PFCCL are broadly in the following areas:
• Transaction Advisory: End-to-End solutions in Transaction Advisory Services across different areas in power sector (Selection of Sellers/Developers, Reform & Restructuring, Independent Transmission Projects, Privatization of Electricity Distribution in Union Territories, Resolution Plan and RE-Bundling)
• Project Development: Project Development & implementation of various GoI initiatives (Ultra Mega Power Projects, Lender's Independent Engineer, Lender's Insurance Advisor, Setting up of Manufacturing Zone for power and renewable energy equipment, Subsea Cables)
• PMA / PMC/ GoI Schemes: Project management & change agents focusing on revamped solutions & aiming for loss reduction (Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme, Procurement of Power, DEEP Portal, Coal Linkage Auction under SHAKTI Scheme, Pilot Scheme, PRAAPTI Portal, Integrated Power Development Scheme)
• Smart Solutions: Smart solutions to improve performance & processes, productivity & pro¬ active planning (Smart Metering, Energy Portfolio Management)
• Policy Formulation Support: Support to Government/ Regulators for formulation of Policies, Regulatory framework and Guidelines & SBDs
• Other Services: Strategy, Regulatory, Tariff Support, fund mobilization and other aspects of power sector
Till date, consultancy services have been rendered by PFCCL to its clients spread across India. The total no. of projects/ assignments undertaken as on date are more than 200.
Further, during the FY 2024-25, performance of PFCCL is as follows:
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FY 2024-25
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FY 2023-24
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Total Income
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298.14
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267.07
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Net Worth (as on March 31,
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340.09
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239.49
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2025)
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Net Profit
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183.38
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158.67
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Your Company is designated by Ministry of Power (MoP) as the 'Nodal Agency' for facilitating development of Ultra Mega Power Projects and its wholly owned subsidiary i.e. PFC Consulting Limited is the 'Bid Process Coordinator' for Independent Transmission Projects.
As on March 31, 2025, the following subsidiaries of PFCCL are also subsidiaries of PFC:
1. Chhatarpur Transmission Limited
2. Siot Transmission Limited
3. Joda Barbil Transmission Limited
4. Ramakanali B -Panagarh Transmission Limited
5. Gola B -Ramgarh B Transmission Limited
6. KPS III HVDC Transmission Limited
7. Bhuj II Transmission Limited
8. Angul Sundargarh Transmission Limited
9. Bhadla and Bikaner Complex Transmission Limited
10. Bhuj ICT Transmission Limited
11. Kakinada I Transmission Limited
12. Kandla GHA Transmission Limited
13. MEL Power Transmission Limited
14. NER Expansion Transmission Limited
15. NES Dharashiv Transmission Limited
16. NES Navi Mumbai Transmission Limited
17. NES Pune East New Transmission Limited
18. Raghanesda RE Transmission Limited
19. Wahipora and Sallar Transmission Limited
C. PFC Infra Finance IFSC Limited (PIFIL)
PFC Infra Finance IFSC Limited was incorporated on February 11, 2024 as wholly-owned subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation Limited. The Company received approval from International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) on October 10, 2024 to commence business as Finance Company in IFSC GIFT City Gujarat.
Your Company is the first Govt. NBFC which has established a subsidiary in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) at GIFT City, Gujarat dedicated to Power and Infrastructure Lending in foreign currency. IFSC provides a unique platform to access global capital and expertise, which will enable your Company to provide even more efficient and innovative financing solutions to the clients. PFC's entry into the IFSC shall open up new business opportunities and establish its global presence. This Company will focus on providing financial solutions for infrastructure projects across various sectors, including renewable energy.
D. PFC Projects Limited (PPL)
PFC Projects Limited (PPL), formerly Coastal Karnataka Power Ltd., was established as a wholly owned subsidiary of PFC for developing an Ultra Mega Power Project in Karnataka. In 2022, its name and charter were amended to allow participation in Lenders' Backed Resolution Plans (LbRP).
PPL partnered with REC Ltd. and others to submit a resolution plan under CIRP for Lanco Amarkantak Power Ltd. (LAPL). The consortium was initially declared the Successful Resolution Applicant (SRA), but later opted out of the challenge process initiated by NCLT, on the condition that incurred costs be reimbursed—which was done.
Later, PPL submitted an EOI for CIRP of two KSK Mahanadi Power SPVs, but PFC and REC couldn't proceed due to the absence of DIPAM approval. DIPAM, via its letter dated
December 21, 2023, advised against LbRPs citing financial and risk concerns.
As no future business is expected, the Board of PPL approved striking off the company's name from the ROC under the Companies Act, subject to approvals and settlement of liabilities.
E. Other Subsidiaries Established for Development of UMPP'S:
1. Orissa Integrated Power Limited
2. Coastal Tamil Nadu Power Limited
3. Sakhigopal Integrated Power Company Limited
4. Ghogarpalli Integrated Power Company Limited
5. Deoghar Mega Power Limited
6. Cheyyur Infra Limited
7. Odisha Infrapower Limited
8. Deoghar Infra Limited
9. Bihar Infrapower Limited
10. Bihar Mega Power Limited
11. Jharkhand Infrapower Limited
I n view of the country making energy transition from fossil to non-fossil fuel, it was deliberated in MoP to close the UMPPs. MoP directed PFC to take necessary action for closure of UMPPs. Accordingly, PFC/PFCCL has initiated the process for closure of SPV's established for development of UMPPs.
12. Building Resilience: Our Multi-Layered Risk Approach
i. Asset Liability Management
Your Company has implemented a comprehensive and robust Asset Liability Management (ALM) Policy, aligned with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines. The policy is designed to ensure focused and proactive management of liquidity and interest rate risks as follows:
Risk Monitoring Methodologies:
1. Liquidity Risk: Monitored using the cash flow approach to assess the timing of cash inflows and outflows.
2. Interest Rate Risk: Measured through traditional gap analysis, as prescribed by the RBI, to understand mismatches across various time buckets.
Measurement and monitoring of Liquidity risk is done through cash flow approach; and for Interest rate risk, it is done through traditional gap analysis technique as detailed in RBI guidelines. Such analysis is made on periodical basis in various time buckets and is used for critical decisions regarding the time, volume and maturity profile of the borrowings and creation of mix of assets and liabilities in terms of time period (short, medium and long¬ term) and in terms of fixed and floating interest rates. The details of the asset liability management maturity pattern are given at Note No. 53.1 of the Notes to Accounts of the Standalone Financial statements forming part of this Annual Report.
Financial Assistance under RDSS:
For States allocated to PFC, projects for loss reduction (including household electrification works) and smart metering have been sanctioned for 24 Distribution Utilities across 13 States. Details as on March 31, 2025 are tabulated below:
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Approved Cost
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GoI Component (GBS)
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GoI Grant Disbursement
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Metering
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56,887
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10,435
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Power Distribution including Household electrification
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65,182
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40,323
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8,199
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Total
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1,22,069
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50,758
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8,205
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Ain addition, MoP has also disbursed H198 crore for other than the Project activities viz. nodal agency fee (H171 crore), training & capacity building etc.
ii. Foreign Currency Risk Management
Your Company has put in place "Policy for Management of Risks on Foreign Currency Borrowings" to manage risks associated with foreign currency borrowings. The Company enters into hedging transactions to cover exchange rate and interest rate risk through various instruments like forwards, options and swaps.
As on March 31, 2025, the total o/s foreign currency liabilities stand at USD eqv 10,415 mn, and the borrowings denominated in different currencies are USD 7,238 mn, JPY 2,86,367 mn, EUR 1,023 mn & GBP 135 mn. Out of the total foreign currency borrowing portfolio 95% is hedged
i.e. USD eqv 9,906 mn. Also, 96% of the FC portfolio with residual maturity up to 5 years is hedged.
iii. Information Security Risk Management
Your company has established a Board level "Information Technology Strategy Committee" (ITSC) as per the RBI Master Direction on Information Technology Governance, Risk, Controls and Assurance Practices for the NBFC. ITSC ensures that the IT Strategy aligns with the overall strategy of the organization towards accomplishment of its business objectives. ITSC is headed by an Independent Director.
Further, your company also has in place an Information Security Committee (ISC) headed by Chief Risk Officer (CRO) under the oversight of ITSC for managing information security, development of information security policies, implementation of policies, standards and procedures.
PFC has also nominated a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for monitoring information security strategy and ensuring compliance to the extant regulatory/ statutory instructions on information/ cyber security.
In compliance with RBI Master Direction, PFC has implemented BoD approved IT policy covering the following security related components:
i. Physical and Environmental Security Policy
ii. Access Control Policy
iii. IT Cyber Security Policy
iv. Business Continuity Policy
iv. Integrated Enterprise Wide Risk Management
In order to manage risks faced by your Company, it has put in place an Integrated Enterprise Wide Risk Management Policy (IRM policy). For implementation of the policy, your Company has constituted the Risk Management Committee. Under the IRM policy, the Company has to identify the principal risks which may have an impact on its profitability/revenues. In this regard, the Company has identified significant risk parameters which arise from the
Company's business model and from its use of financial instruments. These risk parameters cover the major operational risks, financial risks, market risks, regulatory risks etc. faced by the Company and are regularly assessed as per the Risk Assessment Criteria. Further, the Company also maintains a risk register which serves as repository of relevant information related to various risks.
13. Catalyzing Power Sector Reforms: Our Government Partnership
i. Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) & Integrated Power Development Scheme (with Restructured Accelerated Power Development and Reform Programme (R-APDRP) Subsumed in IT)
The Company is involved in various GoI programs for the power sector including acting as the Nodal Agency for operationalization and implementation of Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) launched by Govt. of India in July, 2021. PFC was also the designated nodal agency for operationalization of IPDS and R-APDRP Schemes. Both of the Schemes have been Sunset in March, 2022.
Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS)
MoP/ GoI launched the "Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) - A Reforms-based and Results-linked, Distribution Sector Scheme" in July 2021 to improve the operational efficiencies and financial sustainability of DISCOMs, by providing financial assistance to DISCOMs for upgradation of the Distribution Infrastructure and Prepaid Smart Metering & System Metering based on meeting pre-qualifying criteria and achieving basic minimum benchmarks in reforms. PFC and our subsidiary REC are the designated nodal agencies for operationalization of the Scheme, as per RDSS guidelines and directions of inter-ministerial Monitoring Committee/ MoP from time to time.
Nodal agencies are eligible for 0.5% of the sum total of the Gross Budgetary Support (GBS) component of the various projects approved by Monitoring Committee as its fee. PFC is the nodal agency for 17 States/ UTs under the Scheme. The present implementation period of the Scheme is 5 Years (FY 2021 -22 to FY 2025-26). The Scheme has an outlay of H3,03,758 crore. with an estimated gross budgetary support of H97,631 crore. from the GoI. RDSS also envisages electrification of balance/ left- out households.
During April 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025, PFC incurred an expenditure of H31.50 crore under various heads like Project Coordinators, Manpower & Consultant, Site Office, Website management etc. maintained under RDSS.
Role of PFC in the implementation of RDSS Scheme and other activities/ Initiatives under RDSS
The wide range of activities being performed by PFC under RDSS and for other allied Schemes of GoI are listed below:
a. Core Activities for RDSS
• Overall facilitation and Program management including appraisal of projects, quality monitoring, monitoring compliance of scheme guidelines, resolving queries of DISCOMs, coordination with MoP/ CEA etc.
• Annual result evaluation framework of DISCOMs including monitoring of regulatory parameters e.g. subsidy accounting, Govt. dues, analysis of tariff orders, analysis of sales data etc.
• Capacity building/ training programme for skills development of DISCOMs' employees. 450 training programs have been conducted through NPTI, DISCOM institutes and other agencies covering ~13,350 DISCOM personnel including 4,300 days of training imparted to women employees under RDSS cumulatively so far.
b. Supporting Activities for RDSS/ Allied
programs of GoI
• Counterpart funding - PFC is supporting the counterpart (CP) funding @ 40% (10% for special category States) of the project cost for Loss Reduction (LR) projects under RDSS. PFC has so far sanctioned CP loans of H18,516 crore and disbursed H2,557 crore for LR works under RDSS. To support the RDSS Program of GoI, PFC is offering special interest rate to DISCOMs for RDSS CP loans. In addition, PFC is also extending interim loans to DISCOMs in case of any paucity of GoI funds, to maintain adequate fund flow for project implementation and has sanctioned H20,972 crore and disbursed H1,186 crore towards interim loans.
• Implementation of Smart Distribution Network pilot projects in selected cities across India.
• Ensuring Household electrification for remotest corner of the Country - Sanction
and monitoring of electrification of over 80,000 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) households (PFC States) under PM JANMAN Program and 65,000 identified households; 3,000 public institutions across ~9,000 villages under DA-JGUA Scheme being funded under RDSS.
• Facilitation with DISCOMs for Projects covered under National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP); Ease of Living (EoL) parameters; PM-KUSUM; PM-AJAY; PM Surya Ghar Yojana; Border area electrification; left-out household electrification; supply to BSNL Telecom towers in remote areas etc.
c. Other Concurrent Activities
• PFC is supporting the States by preparing Model Bidding Documents for Automation and ERP projects under RDSS; monitoring of implementation of SCADA systems; developing National SCADA Resource Centre (NSRC); development of Integrated web portal for various government Schemes including RDSS; tie-up with multilateral agencies viz. ADB, KfW for funding under RDSS and FCDO, USAID, GiZ etc. for training & capacity building of DISCOM personnel.
• PFC was instrumental in development of Digital Utility Manager (DUM) training program to enhance the skills of power sector professionals and utility employees in adopting emerging digital technologies. This self-paced course was made available on the iGOT Karmayogi Portal in March, 2025 and is designed to help professionals stay competitive and resilient amidst the evolving energy transition. The program consists of 16 key modules covering a wide range of topics.
• As part of Accelerating Smart Power & Renewable Energy in India (ASPIRE) program supported by the UK Government's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), PFC also took the initiative to assess the composition & participation rate of women in the workforce of Power Distribution sector and published a report on Gender Equity in Power Distribution sector.
Impact of RDSS in Power Distribution Sector
Various regulatory as well as corporate governance related reform measures being implemented in the DISCOMs (interalia including RDSS), have started showing desired results:
• Tariff orders are being issued regularly.
• Reduction in Average AT&C loss of distribution utilities in country from 22.3% in FY 21 to 16.3% in FY 24.
• The gap between ACS and ARR (cash basis) has improved from H0.92 per KwH in FY 21 to H0.39 per KwH in FY 24.
• Timely payments of subsidy and Govt. department dues by State Governments have contributed to reduction of ACS-ARR Gap.
• Quarterly accounts are now being submitted regularly.
• Scheme also places strong emphasis on enhancing consumer satisfaction with improvement in service quality, leading to increased consumer trust and loyalty.
ii. Late Payment Surcharge Rule, 2022
Ministry of Power (MoP) vide Gazette Notification dated June 3, 2022, notified "The Electricity (Late Payment Surcharge and Related Matters) Rules, 2022" (LPS Rules). Your Company has been designated by MoP as the Nodal Agency for implementation of LPS Rules, 2022. PFC shall be responsible for all the activities related to implementation of the said Rules including regular review and monitoring.
With the implementation of Electricity (LPS and Related Matters) Rules, 2022, remarkable improvement has been seen in recovery of outstanding dues of Suppliers including Generating Companies, Transmission Companies and Traders. Against legacy dues of H1,39,947 crore as on June 03, 2022, 13 States/UTs have paid instalment of H1,24,768 crore (35 EMIs) upto June 2025 i.e. 90% of total legacy dues. Further, 20 States/ UTs reported to have no outstanding dues as on June 03, 2022. Now the legacy dues (overdues) have reduced from H1,39,947 crore to H13,698 crore and as on date there is no default in payment of instalments for legacy dues by States.
In view of provision of regulation under LPS Rules, 2022, the Distribution companies are paying their current dues in time. Since implementation of the rule, as on June 10, 2025, total bills amounting to H13,77,668 crore have been settled against total billed amount of H14,58,480 crore from May 2022(excluding EMI Payments against legacy dues and including Disputed Invoices).
iii. Independent Transmission Projects (ITPs)
To promote private investment and accelerate the growth of India's transmission infrastructure, the Ministry of Power has implemented a Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB). Projects are prepared up to key milestones—including surveys, route planning, land acquisition, and statutory clearances before being offered to investors.
As on March 31, 2025, 101 SPVs were established for transmission development: 89 for inter-state and 12 for intra-state projects. 2 SPVs were set up by your company, while 99 were established by PFC Consulting Ltd.
Significant Developments
Further, during the FY 2024-25, following SPVs established for development of transmission projects have been transferred to the successful bidders selected through TBCB:
1. Barmer I Transmission Limited
2. Beawar - Mandsaur Transmission Limited
3. Bhadla-III & Bikaner-III Transmission Limited
4. Jamnagar Transmission Limited
5. Khavda PS1 And 3 Transmission Limited
6. Paradeep Transmission Limited
7. Pune- III Transmission Limited
8. Sirohi Transmission Limited
9. South Olpad Transmission Limited
10. Navinal Transmission Limited
11. Mundra I Transmission Limited
12. Kurnool III PS RE Transmission Limited
13. Kudankulam ISTS Transmission Limited
14. Jam Khambhaliya Transmission Limited
15. Gadag II and Koppal II Transmission Limited
16. Fatehgarh II and Barmer I PS Transmission Limited
17. Chitradurga Bellary REZ Transmission Limited
18. Bijapur Rez Transmission Limited
19. Anantapur II REZ Transmission Limited
As on March 31,2025, out of 99 SPVs, 74 SPVs (69 are related to inter-state transmission scheme and 5 are related to intra-state transmission scheme) were transferred to the successful bidders. Further, due to de-notification of schemes by MoP, 5 SPVs were closed.
iv. Ultra Mega Power Projects (UMPPs)
Development of Ultra Mega Power Projects (UMPPs), with a capacity of about 4,000 MW each, adopting super critical technology is the initiative of MoP, Government of India for which your Company has been designated as the 'Nodal Agency' and Central Electricity Authority (CEA) as the Technical Partner by MoP.
Your Company incorporated a total of 19 Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) as its wholly-owned subsidiaries for development of UMPPs. Out of these, 4 UMPPs are awarded and 7 UMPPs are closed.
I n view of the country making energy transition from fossil to non-fossil fuel, it was deliberated in MoP to close the UMPPs. MoP directed PFC to take necessary action for closure of UMPPs. Accordingly, PFC/PFCCL has initiated the process for closure of SPV's established for development of UMPPs.
14. Other Major Investments
i. PTC India Limited
PTC India Limited (PTC) was jointly promoted by Power Grid, NTPC, NHPC and PFC. PFC has invested H12 crore
in PTC which is 4.05% of PTC's total equity. PTC is the leading provider of power trading solutions in India, a Government of India initiated public-private partnership, whose primary focus is to develop a commercially vibrant power market in the country.
ii. Power Exchange India Limited
Power Exchange India Limited (PXIL) is India's first institutionally promoted Power Exchange that provides innovative and credible solutions to transform the Indian Power Markets. PXIL, provides nation-wide, electronic exchange for trading of power and handles power trading and transmission clearance, simultaneously, it provides transparent, neutral and efficient electronic platform. PXIL offers various products such as Day Ahead, Day Ahead Contingency, Any Day, Intra Day and Weekly Contracts. PXIL provides trading platform for Renewable Energy Certificates. PFC's investment in equity shares of PXIL as on March 31, 2025 is H5.06 crore. PFC's investment value as on March 31, 2024 is H4.78 crore.
iii. Energy Efficiency Services Limited
Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) was incorporated on December 10, 2009. EESL was jointly promoted by Power Grid, NTPC, REC and PFC with 25% equity stake each for implementation of Energy Efficiency projects in India and abroad. The shareholding of your company (along with its subsidiary REC) as on March 31, 2025 is 21.49%.
iv. NHPC Limited
PFC has initially invested 26,05,42,051 equity shares of NHPC Limited at the rate of H21.78 per share (including securities transaction tax, brokerage and other charges) amounting to H567.49 crore in April 2016 during disinvestment by GoI through offer for sale route. PFC has sold 15,78,62,576 number of equities shares till March 31, 2025. As on March 31,2025 PFC holds 10,26,79,475 shares of NHPC Limited valued at H844.03 crore. NHPC has reported profit after tax of H3083.98 crore for the FY 2024-25 as compared to profit after tax of H3,721.80 crore for FY 2023-24.
v. Coal India Limited
PFC has invested 1,39,64,530 equity shares of Coal India Limited at the rate of H358.58 per share (including securities transaction tax, brokerage and other charges) amounting to H500.74 crore in February 2015 through offer for sale route. As on March 31, 2025, PFC holds 1,39,64,530 equity shares of Coal India Limited valued at H556.07 crore. CIL has reported profit after tax of H17,016.56 crore for the FY 2024-25 as compared to Profit after Tax of H15,766.83 crore for FY 2023-24.
15. Initiatives for Monitoring DISCOM'S Performance
i. Annual Integrated Rating of Power Distribution Utilities
Ministry of Power, as part of its reform initiatives, has put in place an Integrated Rating Framework to evaluate the
performance of power distribution utilities. The primary objective of the Integrated Rating exercise is to grade all utilities in the power distribution sector based on their financial performance and their ability to sustain the performance over time. Private Distribution Utilities and Power Departments are also included to provide complete sectoral coverage.
The rating framework objectively evaluates the performance of distribution utilities across various parameters broadly classified under i) Financial Sustainability ii) Performance Excellence and iii) External Environment. For Power Departments, a subset of metrics with modified weightages has been adopted from the overall methodology to ensure relevance and fairness in assessment.
The ratings were carried out by Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India LLP, a reputed consulting firm, and were co-ordinated by your Company. These ratings serve as valuable diagnostic tools in the hands of the State Governments as well as Utilities to leverage their strengths and address areas requiring improvements so as to improve their operational efficiency and financial sustainability.
The Thirteenth Integrated Ratings for FY 2023-24, covering 63 utilities across the country, were released by the Hon'ble Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs on February 20, 2025.
ii. Annual Performance Report of Power Utilities
PFC has been publishing the Report on Performance of Power Utilities annually. The Report covers State Power Utilities in all states and UTs and major private distribution companies, offering a comprehensive insight into the Indian power sector. The Report covers a range of key financial and operational parameters such as profitability, gap between average cost of supply and average revenue, net worth, receivables, payables, AT&C losses and consumption pattern of the sector at utility, state and national level. The Report is part of PFC's effort to provide a reliable database on the performance of power utilities offering critical inputs for policy interventions and monitoring the progress of various GoI schemes in the power sector. The Report for FY 2023-24 has been published in May 2025.
iii. Categorization of Utilities
For purposes of funding, your Company classifies State Power Generation and Transmission entities into A++, A+, A, B, C and D categories. The categorization (biannually) of State Power Generation and Transmission entities is arrived based on the evaluation of entity's performance against specific parameters covering operational & financial performance including regulatory environment, availability of audited accounts, etc. as per categorization policy.
With respect to State Power Distribution entities (including PDs/entities with integrated operations), your Company's categorization policy provides for adoption of MoP's
Integrated Ratings by aligning such ratings/grading with PFC's standard categories of A+, A, B, C and D.
The categorization of Borrowers in the Logistics and Non¬ Power Infrastructure sector is carried out on the basis of recommendations of the Internal Committee considering the strengths and weaknesses of the project.
The categorization enables PFC to determine pricing of loans and stipulation of security to the state power entities.
16. Right to Information: Empowering Citizens Through Transparent Communication
The Right to Information (RTI) under the Right to Information Act, 2005 ("RTI Act") is a constitutional right that promotes transparency, accountability, and citizen empowerment. It plays a pivotal role in ensuring that public authorities are answerable for their decisions and actions, while also enabling citizens, journalists, and civil society to engage more meaningfully in governance.
The RTI Act empowers individuals with the right to access information held by public authorities, subject to certain exceptions. The Preamble of the Act highlights its purpose: to promote transparency and accountability in the working of every public authority through access to information.
Power Finance Corporation (PFC) has put in place a robust mechanism for the effective implementation of the RTI Act. A dedicated Public Information Officer (PIO) and a First Appellate Authority (FAA-RTI) have been appointed at the company's registered office to manage information requests. PFC also proactively publishes key information and disclosures on its official website www.pfcindia.co.in. in line with statutory requirements.
Between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025, PFC received 96 RTI applications, all of which were processed and responded to within the stipulated timeframes. The company also ensured timely filing of RTI Quarterly Returns through the Central Information Commission's (CIC) online portal.
In furtherance of compliance with Section 4 of the RTI Act, the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT), through its Office Memorandum No. 1/6/2011-IR dated April 15, 2013, issued specific guidelines regarding:
• Proactive disclosure under Section 4;
• Digital publication of information;
• Enhanced clarity in disclosures under Section 4(1) (b); and
• Establishment of a compliance framework for proactive disclosure.
PFC has fully implemented these guidelines and made all necessary disclosures available on its website. Additionally, PFC is integrated with the RTI Online Portal of the Government of India (https://rtionline.gov.in). This portal allows Indian citizens to file RTI applications and first appeals digitally, with payments accepted via SBI
internet banking, credit/debit cards (Visa, MasterCard), and RuPay cards.
17. Corporate Social Responsibility - Driving Social Progress
PFC has formulated its CSR Policy in line with Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (CSR) Rules, 2014 (as amended from time to time) and DPE guidelines issued from time to time. The aim of PFC's Corporate Social Responsibility Policy (CSR Policy) is to ensure that the Company becomes a socially responsible corporate entity committed to improving the quality of life of society at large by undertaking projects for Sustainable Development, mainly focusing on Health, Education and Energy needs of the society.
To oversee the activities of CSR, PFC has in place a Board level CSR Committee of Directors headed by an Independent Director. Every year CSR Annual Action Plan and Budget are recommended by CSR Committee and approved by the Board. Third party impact assessment agencies are being engaged to assess the benefit/outcome of the projects.
PFC has implemented wide range of activities throughout the Country in the field of Environment Sustainability, Healthcare, Education, PM Internship, Rural Development, contribution to Swachh Bharat Kosh and other areas as specified under Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013.
The CSR Report under Companies (CSR Policy), Rules is annexed herewith.
18. Investing in our People: Training & Development
a. Training & Development and Capacity Building
Investing in employee capacity building is crucial for achieving our strategic objectives and maintaining a competitive edge. During FY 2024-25, the focus on conducting customised programs was maintained to ensure specific skill development aligned with the corporate goals.
The programs on critical areas including Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), AML, KYC, CFT, General Management Programs, Stressed Asset Resolution under the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, 2016, Financial Frauds, GIS, Governance, Public Procurement through GeM Portal, Advanced Excel, Conduct, Discipline & Appeal (CDA) Rules of PFC, Communication skills, CSR practices, RTI ACT etc. were organized along with other need-based programs.
In addition to the above, other compliance-related programs such as Awareness Workshop on Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013, Occupational Health & Safety Hazards, Office etiquettes were organised.
All the fresh recruits of your company attended a 3-week Foundation course of National Power Training Institute (NPTI) wherein they were trained on Basics of Power
Sector, Renewables & Solar Energy, Government Schemes, Energy Transition, Energy Conservation & Energy Efficiency, SCADA, and Project Appraisal among other topics. Employees are also encouraged to participate in Conferences related to energy and infrastructure sector, promoting continuous learning and exposure to the industry.
Your Company organised General Management Programs for employees due for promotion to equip them with skills to take on higher roles and develop leadership qualities.
As of March 31,2025, 28 Nos. of In-house training programs were organised by PFC for its employees. A total of 1921 man-days were achieved through conducting various in¬ house programs and sponsoring PFC employees to the programs organised by other external training agencies
b. Recreational Activities (Engagement Activity)
• PFC is a founding member of Power Sports Control Board (PSCB). PFC employees participated with full vigour and enthusiasm in various Inter-CPSU sports tournaments organized by the PSCB member organizations during the FY 2024-25.
• As a part of Inter CPSU tournaments, PFC organized a Bridge Tournament from 25-27 November 2024 at New Delhi. 10 Power sector PSUs including MoP participated in the tournament.
• Inter CPSU sports competition details - 118 employees participated in PSCB sports during FY 2024-25.
• PFC celebrated its Foundation Day for its employees & their family member on July 16, 2024 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
• PFC organized One day picnic on February 15, 2025 for employees and their dependent family members.
• Every year, PFC celebrates various occasions such as festival of Diwali, New Year etc to encourage a feeling of togetherness among the employees.
c. Human Resource Management
Your company has put in place effective talent acquisition and retention practices, which are benchmarked with best corporate practices designed to meet the organizational needs. This apart from other strategic interventions leads to an effective management of Human Resources thereby ensuring high level of productivity.
The Industrial Relations within the company have been very cordial and harmonious with the employees committing themselves entirely to the objectives of the company. There were no man-days lost during the year under review. The attrition during the period from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025 was 0.73%.
d. Employee Welfare Measures
Your Company is committed to strive towards adopting the best management practices of the industry and take up new initiatives for enhancing the productivity of employees.
An effective package of employee welfare measures which include comprehensive insurance, medical facilities and other amenities lead to a healthy and productive workforce. During the period, several employee related policies and facilities were reviewed and revised.
19. Building A Diverse and Equitable Workforce
The Company follows the Presidential Directives and guidelines issued by the Government of India to promote inclusive growth. The status is presented under:
i. Status of Reservation of Posts for various categories (as on March 31, 2025)
Group
|
Total Employees as on March 31, 2025
|
SC1
|
SC%
|
ST2
|
ST%
|
OBC3
|
OBC%
|
EWS4
|
EWS%
|
A
|
526
|
95
|
18.06%
|
35
|
6.65%
|
108
|
20.53%
|
9
|
1.71%
|
B
|
4
|
0
|
0.00%
|
1
|
25%
|
0
|
0.00%
|
0
|
0.00%
|
C
|
10
|
1
|
10%
|
1
|
10%
|
3
|
30%
|
0
|
0.00%
|
D
|
0
|
0
|
0.00%
|
0
|
0.00%
|
0
|
0.00%
|
0
|
0.00%
|
Total
|
540
|
96
|
17.77%
|
37
|
6.85%
|
111
|
20.55%
|
9
|
1.66%
|
PFC makes all efforts to ensure compliance of the Directives and Guidelines issued by the Government of India from time to time pertaining to the welfare of SC/ST/OBC/ ESM5/ PwBD6 employees. The steps taken include due reservations and relaxation as applicable under the various directives for direct recruitment as well as for promotions. Separate Liaison officers have been appointed to look into the matter of reservations. PFC uploaded dashboard about the details of backlog of any reserved post on career page of PFC website. During the year there was no backlog reserved post.
1 Scheduled Caste
2 Scheduled Tribe
3 Other Backward Classes
4 Economically Weaker Section
5 Ex-Servicemen
6 Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
ii. Women in Leadership and Management
Your Company has women in important and critical functional areas. Women representations have gone across hierarchical levels. The Company provides equal growth opportunities for the women in line with Govt. of India philosophy on the subject. The women are adequately represented, with 22.03% of the total work force.
Group
|
Total Employees
|
Number of Women
|
Percentage (%) of overall
|
as on March 31, 2025
|
Employees
|
staff strength
|
A
|
526
|
117
|
22.24%
|
B
|
4
|
1
|
25%
|
C
|
10
|
1
|
10%
|
D
|
0
|
0
|
0.00%
|
Total
|
540
|
119
|
22.03%
|
PFC as part of its social responsibility makes all efforts to ensure compliance of the Directives and guidelines issued by the Government of India from time to time pertaining to the welfare of female employees.
iii. Internal Complaints Committee
Your company has complied with the provisions relating to the constitution of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
Disclosures in relation to the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013:
Details of complaints during FY 2024-25
|
Nos.
|
Number of complaints of sexual harassment received in the year
|
1
|
Number of complaints disposed off during the year
|
1
|
Number of cases pending for more than ninety
|
0*
|
* As on March 31, 2025, no case was pending for more than ninety days.
iv. Talent Management
Your Company continues to strengthen its talent management framework by aligning recruitment, development and retention strategies with overall business objectives. It attracts highly qualified professionals from premier institutions such as IIMs, ICAI, ICMAI, etc. ensuring a strong talent pool. New recruits undergo a well-structured induction program that provides comprehensive exposure to various functions of the Corporation, including practical field visits, which facilitate smooth onboarding and early engagement.
Throughout the year, continuous learning is encouraged through targeted training programs. Your company introduced E-Learning scheme to encourage self-paced learning from renowned learning platforms. Special emphasis is placed on behavioral and leadership development initiatives for senior executives, including Advanced Management and Leadership Programs, to build a robust leadership pipeline and support career progression. Your Company regularly conducts employee engagement surveys to understand workforce sentiments and address concerns through data-driven interventions, resulting in a motivated and productive
work environment. These efforts have contributed to a low attrition rate of 0.73% during FY 2024-25.
Your company recruited 10 new executives during FY 2024-25. Additionally, industrial relations have remained cordial and harmonious, reflecting the employees' strong commitment to the Company's objectives and the effectiveness of its human resource management practices.
20. Corporate Vigilance: a Foundation of Trust
During the Financial Year 2024-25, the Vigilance Unit has continued to serve as a vital instrument in supporting the Corporation's integrity and efficiency. The Unit actively pursued preventive vigilance by conducting regular and surprise inspections across various departments. In addition, it issued operational guidelines and instructions aimed at streamlining systems and procedures, thereby addressing potential vulnerabilities and reinforcing transparency in daily operations.
Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC) observed Vigilance Awareness Week from October 28 to November 3, 2024, in alignment with the directives of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). To mark the occasion, banners promoting Vigilance Awareness Week were prominently displayed at key locations within and outside the office premises. The theme for this year, "Culture of Integrity for Nation's Prosperity", was prominently showcased, including on the desktop screens of all employees. Additionally, extensive publicity was carried out through social media platforms such as Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram. A dedicated link was also provided on the Corporation's intranet and official website to facilitate widespread participation in the online Integrity Pledge (e-pledge).
As part of the week-long observance, the Vigilance Unit organized a series of employee engagement activities including slogan writing, poetry, and pictorial competitions centered on vigilance-related themes. These competitions were open to all regular employees, including those stationed at regional offices, with the objective of encouraging creativity and innovation in promoting good governance.
As a new initiative, three dedicated portals were launched by the dignitaries during the VAW event—Vendor Grievance Redressal Portal, Vigilance Complaint Portal, and Employee Grievance Redressal Portal—aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and ease of communication. Additionally, the revised and updated edition of the Vigilance Manual was formally released, reinforcing the Corporation's commitment to robust vigilance practices. During this period, the Vigilance Unit also undertook comprehensive investigations into the complaints received, ensuring thorough examination and appropriate follow-up actions.
In continuation of the broader three-month Vigilance Awareness campaign (VAW-2024), several training and sensitization programs were conducted:
• Workshop on "Conduct, Discipline and Appeal Rules" for PFC employees.
• One-day refresher course on "Cyber Security and Incident Response."
• Two-day residential training program on "Sensitization on Fraud Management and Staff Accountability" for Internal Advisory Committee members and relevant personnel.
• Workshop on "Ethics and Governance" aimed at reinforcing ethical standards across the Corporation.
Additionally, outreach meetings were held with vendors of both PFC and PFCCL, reinforcing the Corporation's commitment to transparency and ethical business practices. To further enhance public engagement, the CVC's jingle was broadcast on two major FM radio channels—Red FM and Radio City—during evening prime time slots.
I n adherence to CVC guidelines, sensitive posts within the Corporation were identified and officers were rotated regularly to ensure objectivity and reduce risk. Furthermore, Agreed Lists and the List of Officers of Doubtful Integrity for 2024 were prepared in consultation with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for the Corporate Office in Delhi and regional offices in Mumbai and Chennai. All prescribed periodical statistical returns were submitted to the CVC, CBI, and Ministry of Power (MoP) within the stipulated timelines.
The Vigilance Unit continuously functioned for systemic improvements with a view to increase transparency, objectivity and accountability in the operations of the corporation. Thus, it has contributed towards strengthening in the functioning of the organization.
21. Implememtation of Official Language
PFC always gives utmost priority to Rajbhasha Hindi in all its official working. It celebrated Hindi Day on September 14, 2024 and Hindi Month from September 14, 2024 to October 13, 2024 successfully. Five (5) competitions, viz. 'Hindi Tippan evam Aalekhan', 'Chitra Kuchh Bolte Hain', 'Smaran Shakti Pratiyogita', 'Humse Badhkar Kaun' and 'Rajbhasha Prashnottari' (for Senior Executives) were conducted during the Hindi Month to encourage and motivate employees to continue working in Hindi.
During the year, Six (6) Hindi workshops were organized on various topics in which 342 employees participated.
A Rajbhasha Sangoshthi was organized on March 17, 2025 on the subject "Bharat ke Bhashai Kshetra mein Aatmanirbharta aur Hindi ki Bhumika" in which 38 employees participated.
Apart from the competitions held during the Hindi month, Four (4) Hindi competitions, viz. 'Paheliyon ka Chakravyuh', 'Naara Lekhan', 'Nibandh Lekhan' and 'Shuddh Varti Pratiyogita' were also conducted during the year in order to promote the usage of Official Language in which 147 employees participated.
Review meetings with various units, Internal inspections and Personal contact programme were conducted for the purpose of reviewing the Rajbhasha related work being done by these units and employees. To motivate the employees towards Hindi, the book "Surykant Tripathi ki Sampurna Kahaniyan" written by renowned poet and writer Surykant Tripathi Nirala was distributed to all the employees.
I nspection was carried out by the Ministry of Power on November 07, 2024 regarding implementation of Official Language in the Corporation and they appreciated the efforts being made by PFC towards the same. Apart from this, the inspection of Power Finance Corporation Limited, Regional Office (South) Chennai, was successfully conducted by the Parliamentary Committee on Official Language on January 6, 2025.
The 59th meeting of the Town Official Language Implementation Committee (Undertaking-1, Delhi) was held on August 9, 2024. In this meeting, Power Finance Corporation was awarded for the Best Implementation of Official Language Policy.
In the meeting of Town Official Language Implementation Committee (Undertaking-1, Delhi) held onJanuary 21,2025, your company was awarded for successfully organizing the 'Hindi Kavita Paath Pratiyogita' on November 28, 2024. A total of 24 participants from various Office members of the committee participated in this competition. Along with this, 03 employees of the Corporation won prizes in various competitions organized by Town Official Language Implementation Committee (Undertaking-1), Delhi during October-December 2024.
Four (4) issues of the house journal, "Urja Deepti", were published and uploaded on the PFC website as well as the website of the Department of Official Language, Ministry of Home Affairs.
In meetings of OLIC conducted under the chairmanship of CMD, PFC, wherein CMD reviewed the Rajbhasha related work in PFC and motivated the OLIC members to promote Hindi in their area of working.
All these efforts acted as motivational tools for creating possibilities of progressive use of Official Language in the Corporation.
22. Directors' Responsibility Statement
As required under Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, it is confirmed that:
a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures;
b) such accounting policies have been selected and applied them consistently and made judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of the Company for that period;
c) proper and sufficient care has been taken for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d) the annual accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis;
e) internal financial controls have been laid to be followed by the Company and such internal financial controls were adequate and operating effectively;
f) the Directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
23. Auditors
i. Statutory Auditors
M/s Thakur, Vaidyanath Aiyar & Co., Chartered Accountants and M/s Mehra Goel & Co., Chartered Accountants were appointed as Joint Statutory Auditors of the Company for FY 2024-25 by the Office of the Comptroller & Auditor General of India.
The Joint Statutory Auditors have audited the accounts of the Company for the FY 2024-25 and have given their report without any reservation, adverse remark or disclaimer. The copy of the audit report is annexed herewith.
Maintenance of cost records as specified by the Central Government under sub-section (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, is required by the Company and accordingly such accounts and records are made and maintained, is not applicable on the company.
ii. Secretarial Auditor:
Your Company had engaged M/s. Mehta & Mehta, Company Secretaries as Secretarial Auditors for FY 2024-25. Secretarial Audit Report is annexed herewith.
The observations of the Secretarial Auditor and reply of the management on the observations, for the FY 2024-25 along with copy of the audit report is annexed herewith.
iii. Comments of Comptroller & Auditor General of India
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG) has mentioned that on the basis of audit, nothing significant has come to their knowledge which would give
rise to any comment upon or supplement to Statutory Auditors' report. The copy of the report of C&AG is annexed herewith.
24. Streamlining Governance Through Technology
I n today's rapidly evolving landscape, our organization has significantly advanced its governance practices by strategically leveraging technology. This digital transformation has been instrumental in enhancing efficiency, transparency, and accountability across all operational facets. By implementing robust digital platforms and tools, we have streamlined decision-making processes, automated routine tasks, and improved real¬ time data accessibility for stakeholders. Our initiatives have focused on secure digital record-keeping, virtual collaboration tools for board and committee meetings etc.
Pursuant to the Companies Act, 2013, the Companies are permitted to send documents like Notice of Annual General Meeting, Annual Report etc. through electronic means to its members at their registered email addresses. PFC, being a socially responsive Company actively supports the implementation of 'Green Initiative' of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Your Company has effected electronic delivery of Notices and Annual Reports to shareholders, whose email ids are registered. Further, pursuant to Section 108 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 20 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, the Company is providing e-voting facility to all members to enable them to cast their votes electronically in respect of resolutions set forth in postal ballot and Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Company also conducts the AGM through video conferencing / other audio-visual means. Members can refer to the detailed instructions for e-voting and electronic participation in the AGM, as provided in the Notice of AGM.
25. Statutory Disclosures
i. Deposits
Your Company is a non-deposit taking NBFC, and thus has not accepted any public deposits during the FY 2024-25 and the Board of Directors of the Company has passed requisite resolution in this regard, in compliance of RBI Guidelines. Further, no Perpetual Debt Instruments (PDI) was issued by your company during FY 2024-25.
The outstanding balance of PDI is H100 crore as on March 31, 2025. The Interest payment on PDI has been made on time on the due date.
As on March 31, 2025, the PDI to Tier-1 capital is 0.13% and is appearing in notes to accounts Note no. 39.1 of the standalone financial statements forming part of this Annual Report.
ii. Material order
No significant and material orders were passed by any regulator or court or tribunal impacting the going concern status and company's operations during the FY 2024-25.
iii. Adequate system of Internal Control
The Company maintains an adequate system of Internal Control, including suitable monitoring procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting of various transactions, efficiency of operations and compliance with statutory laws, regulations and Company procedures/ policies. For details, please refer to the 'Management Discussion and Analysis Report' annexed to this report.
iv. Report on Corporate Governance
Information on composition, terms of reference and number of meetings of the Board and its Committees held during the year, Whistle Blower Policy, remuneration to Whole time Directors, sitting fees to Independent Directors and details regarding IEPF and web-links for familiarization programmes of Directors, Policy on Materiality of Related Party Transactions and Dealing with Related Party Transactions, Policy for determining Material Subsidiaries, etc. have been provided in the 'Report on Corporate Governance', prepared in compliance with the provisions of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 and DPE Guidelines on Corporate Governance, 2010, as amended from time to time, which forms part of this Annual Report.
v. Presidential Directives
During last 3 years, there has been no Presidential Directive.
vi. Loan. Guarantee and Investment
Pursuant to Section 186(11) of the Companies Act, 2013, loans made, guarantees given, securities provided or investment made by a company engaged in the business of financing of companies or of providing infrastructural facilities in the ordinary course of its business are not applicable to the Company, hence no disclosure is required to be made. Further, details of investments are appearing at note no.11 of the Notes to Accounts of the standalone financial statements.
vii. Managerial Remuneration
The provisions of Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made thereunder relating to managerial remuneration are not applicable to Government companies, therefore no disclosure is required to be made.
viii. Stock options
The Company has not issued any stock options to the Directors or any employee of the Company during the FY 2024-25.
ix. Cost accounts and records
The Central Government has not prescribed the maintenance of cost records for the products/services of the Company under the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Amendment Rules, 2014 prescribed by the Central Government under Section 148 of the Companies
Act, 2013. Accordingly, cost accounts and records are not required to be maintained by the Company.
x. Fraud
During the year under review, neither the statutory auditors nor the secretarial auditor has reported to the audit committee, under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013, any instances of fraud committed against PFC by its officers or employees.
xi. Secretarial Standards
The Company is compliant with the applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
xii. Independent Directors
The Independent Directors of the Company are appointed by the President of India acting through the administrative ministry, i.e., MoP. Accordingly, the appointing authority considers the integrity, expertise and experience of the individual to be appointed.
In the FY 2024-25, three Independent Directors on completion of their tenure, ceased to be part of the Board of PFC. No new Independent Director was appointed on the Board of PFC during the FY 2024-25.
Subsequently, in the first quarter of FY 2025-26, Ministry of Power, Government of India appointed/ reappointed five Independent Directors (including one Independent Women Director) viz. Smt. Usha Sajeev Nair, Shri Prasanna Tantri, Shri Naresh Dhanrajbhai Kella w.e.f. April 17, 2025 and Shri Bhaskar Bhattacharya & Dr. Sudhir Mehta w.e.f. May 13, 2025 & May 14, 2025 respectively.
xiii. Conservation of Energy and Technology Absorption
There are no significant particulars, relating to conservation of energy and technology absorption as your Company does not own any manufacturing facility.
xiv. Foreign exchange earnings and outgo
The Foreign exchange outgo for the FY 2024-25 aggregated to H14,796.34 crore. The payments are majorly for the purpose of servicing principal and interest component of foreign currency borrowings. The Foreign exchange earnings for the FY 2024-25 were nil.
xv. Total expenditure for the FY 2024-25 amounted to H31,955.39 crore as against total expenditure of H28,408.41 crore in FY 2023-24. Out of it, finance cost amounted to H30,538.04 crore in FY 2024-25 as compared to H28,013.78 crore in FY 2023-24. During FY 2024-25, employee benefit expenses and other expenses were H268.58 crore and H162.68 crore respectively against H242.72 crore and H166.11 crore respectively in the previous year.
xvi. M/s. ASA & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants, appointed for testing adequacy and operative effectiveness of Internal financial control over financial reporting, has certified that the Company maintains
The details of the procurements made from Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) during the FY 2024-25 and the targets for FY 2025-26 as required to be disclosed under Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 along with Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) Order, 2012 is as under:
S.
No.
|
Particulars
|
FY 2024-25 J in crore)
|
Target for FY 2025-26 J in crore)
|
I.
|
Total annual procurement (in value)
|
65.46
|
96.34
|
II.
|
Total value of goods and services procured from MSEs (including MSEs owned by SC/ST entrepreneurs)
|
27.57
|
24.09
|
III.
|
Total value of goods and services procured from only MSEs owned by SC/ST entrepreneurs
|
4.48
|
3.85
|
IV.
|
%age of procurement from MSEs (including MSEs owned by SC/ST entrepreneurs) out of total procurement
|
42.12%
|
25%
|
V.
|
%age of procurement from only MSEs owned by SC/ST entrepreneurs out of total procurement
|
6.84%
|
4%
|
VI.
|
Total number of vendor development programmes for MSEs
|
2
|
2
|
VII.
|
Confirmation of uploading annual MSE procurement profile on your website by hyperlink of same
|
https://pfcindia.com/ensite/Home/VS/125
|
an adequate system of internal financial controls, evaluates and makes an assessment of its adequacy and effectiveness in a satisfactory manner which takes care of requirements under Companies Act, 2013.
The Statutory Auditors of the Company i.e. Thakur, Vaidyanath Aiyar & Co., Chartered Accountants and Mehra Goel & Co., Chartered Accountants have also given their Report on Internal Financial Controls stating that the Company has, in all material respects, internal financial controls system over financial reporting and such internal financial controls over financial reporting were operating effectively as at March 31, 2025 based on internal control over financial reporting criteria established by the Company considering the essential components of internal control stated in the Guidance Note on Audit of Internal Financial Controls over Financial Reporting issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
xvii. Annual Return
The Annual Return of PFC for FY 2023-24 is available on the link https://www.pfcindia.com/ensite/Home/ VS/10256 and for FY 2024-25 it shall be made available on your Company's website www.pfcindia.co.in.
xviii. Debenture trustees
The details of Debenture trustees appointed by the company for the different series of Bonds issued by your company are annexed herewith.
xix. Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016
During the year no application has been made or any proceedings pending against PFC under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. Further, details of the difference between amount of the valuation done at the time of one time settlement and the valuation done while taking loan from the banks or financial institutions, are not applicable.
xx. Procurement from Micro & Small Enterprises
Government of India has notified Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) Order, 2012 to support marketing of products produced and services rendered by them. In compliance to the policy, annual procurement plan including items to be procured from Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) are uploaded on PFC's website for the benefit of MSEs.
The benefits to MSEs like exemption from tender fees and earnest money deposit, purchase preference, interest on delayed payments and exemption from prior experience - prior turnover criteria subject to meeting of quality and technical specifications are also extended to encourage these enterprises.
During the financial year, your company has made all the payments against invoices of MSE vendors within the prescribed timelines, and invoices of MSE vendors pending for payment beyond prescribed timelines at the end of the financial year is Nil.
During the financial year, your Company has procured products and services from MSEs, which constituted 42.12 % of the total annual procurement value, against the mandate of 25 % set by Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Govt. of India. During the year, 356 MSEs were benefited out of which 21 MSEs belonged to SC/ST category and 72 MSEs were owned by women.
PFC is also registered on four Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) platform (i.e. Receivables Exchange of India Ltd (RXIL), M1xchange, Invoicemart, and C2FO) for financing of trade receivables of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). TReDS platform facilitates the discounting of invoices of MSMEs leading to prompt generation of working capital for their regular business operations.
Your Company had also organized/participated in 02 vendor development programmes in co-ordination with Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Govt. of India to encourage participation of Micro and Small Enterprises.
xxi. Compliance of the provisions relating to the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
Your company adheres to the obligations in terms of paid leave and other facilities mandated under the Maternity Benefit Act, hence creating a supportive and equitable workplace environment. Your company reaffirms its commitment to protecting the rights and well-being of its women employees.
In addition to this, to facilitate women employees to take care of the needs of their minor children during their examination, sickness, etc., a provision of Child Care Leave (CCL) is in place for a maximum period of 2 years (730 days) to be availed during their entire service in the Corporation.
26. Information Technology Initiatives
The PFC IT Unit promotes effective stewardship of information access and provides a secure, reliable technology infrastructure for customer oriented services and support, so as to meet the ever changing business needs. Accordingly, PFC has undertaken many Information Technology (IT) initiatives to help streamline operations, improve efficiency, optimise resource utilization and devote talent to core business to enable better services and relationship with stakeholders.
IT Governance Structure:
A robust IT governance structure has been established at PFC to ensure strict adherence to the necessary compliance to the guidelines prescribed by various statutory and regulatory bodies. PFC also has BoD approved IT policy in-line with RBI master directions.
IT Strategy Committee (ITSC):
As per the recent RBI Master Direction on Information Technology Governance, Risk, Controls and Assurance Practices, a Board Level ITSC, has been constituted in PFC to ensure that the IT Strategy aligns with the overall strategy of the organization towards accomplishment of its business objectives. ITSC is headed by an Independent Director.
IT Steering Committee:
In line with the Reserve Bank of India's Master Directions for NBFCs, the IT Steering Committee have been duly constituted and regular meetings are conducted to oversee the execution of IT Strategy and ensure that necessary IT risk management processes are in place.
Head of IT Function (HoF):
"Head of IT Function" bas been nominated at PFC. HoF is managing the Information Technology setup while planning, giving technical oversight, managing IT compliances and resources.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO):
CISO has been nominated at PFC. CISO is involved in information security strategy and ensuring compliance to the extant regulatory/ statutory instructions on information/ cyber security.
Information Security Committee (ISC):
In line with RBI Master Directions, an Information Security Committee (ISC), under the oversight of the ITSC, has been formed for managing information security for development of information security policies, implementation of policies, standards and procedures to ensure that all identified risks are managed.
Regulatory & Statutory Requirements:
PFC comply with RBI guidelines/master directions and follows advisories and cybersecurity directives applicable to it is issued by the Ministry of Power (MoP), CERT-In to ensure robust security for its IT infrastructure and critical financial systems. In case any incident happens, the same is reported to RBI, Cert-IN and CSIRT of MoP.
PFC Datacenter:
In order to provide technological support through IT infrastructures, PFC established a Datacenter at its headquarter at Delhi seismic zone (IV), which is operational 24x7, housing Database, Applications, Network, Email, Antivirus, Cyber security systems etc.
Business Applications:
PFC has implemented software applications to cater its business requirement integrating its core business activities. Major applications are "Project Appraisal & Management System", "Loan Accounting & Management System", "Resource Mobilization" , "Oracle ERP eBusiness suite for Financial Accounting", "Human Resource Management System" and Payroll.
Automation of Business Processes & Paperless Office:
PFC remains steadfast in harnessing Information Technologyto empower its employeesin efficientlyfulfilling business functions. Implementation of collaboration tools for online meetings, adoption of an e-Office solution for streamlined file processing, conducting paperless digital board meetings through BoardPac, and transitioning to paperless employee claims are among the initiatives undertaken by PFC to enhance organizational efficiency through technological utilization.
PFC Website:
The bi-lingual PFC website is maintained with up-to-date information as per "Guidelines for Indian Government Websites". The website is hosted on NIC.
Cyber Security:
PFC is committed to work towards aligning itself with the changing threat landscape. PFC ensures 24x7 real-time monitoring of its IT infrastructure to promptly detect & alert. This proactive approach helps minimize service disruptions and ensures high availability of critical systems and services. PFC observes "Cyber Jagarukta Diwas" on the first Wednesday of every month to raise awareness about cyber security among its users.
PFC - IT Cyber Security Policy:
The objective of the IT Cyber Security Policy is to establish a comprehensive framework to safeguard PFC's IT systems and digital assets to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of PFC's IT systems and data. Areas covered under Cyber security policy include:
• Network and Cyber Security
• Server Security
• Application Security
• Logging, Monitoring, and Reporting
• Security Review
Multi Factor Authentication (MFA):
To enhance security, comply with RBI guidelines, and safeguard PFC users from emerging cyber threats, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has been successfully implemented across the organization. MFA has been introduced as an additional layer of security to reinforce the organization's cybersecurity posture. This additional layer of security ensures more robust protection against unauthorized access.
Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery:
A Disaster Recovery (DR) site has been established on a cloud platform, replicating the existing data centre setup at Mumbai in a different seismic zone (III) to seamlessly continue its business operations in the event of a disaster. Further, PFC conducts Disaster Recovery (DR) drills half yearly to ensure organizational readiness in the face of unexpected disruptions or disasters. These drills are vital for testing the effectiveness of the DR, identifying potential gaps, and enhancing the organization's ability to respond swiftly and efficiently during critical situations.
27. Establishment of Vigil Mechanism
Your Company has established stringent vigil mechanism by way of implementing various codes and policies like fair practices code, code of conduct, code for prevention of insider trading, fraud prevention policy, policy on related party transactions, public procurement policy, whistle blower policy, etc. The details are also posted on the Corporation's website.
28. Grievance Redressal
PFC has a Grievance Redressal System for dealing with grievances of the public at large. The status of the Public grievances are also available in PFC web portal under public domain. The link for accessing the same is as under:-
https://www.pfcindia.co.in/ensite/DocumentRepository/ ckfinder/files/Statutory Requirements/Status of Public Grievances/CPGRAMS%20Report-Q1%20FY25-26.pdf
The systems are duly notified and the Nodal Officers ensure quick redressal of grievances within the permissible time frame. PFC has also notified Citizen's Charter to ensure transparency in its work activities. The Charter is available on the website of PFC to facilitate easy access.
29. Statutory and other Information
Information required to be furnished as per the Companies Act, 2013, Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, DPE's Guidelines on Corporate Governance for CPSEs and other applicable statutory provisions is annexed to this report as follows:
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Annexure
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Management Discussion and Analysis Report
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Integrated Reporting
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Report on Corporate Governance
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Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report
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ESG report
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Secretarial Audit Report (MR-3)
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Annual Report on CSR Activities
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Disclosure of particulars of contracts/ arrangements entered into by the company with related parties (AOC-2)
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Details of Debenture Trustees
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Your Directors are highly grateful for the valuable support, cooperation, and encouragement extended to the Company by the Government of India—particularly the Ministry of Power, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, various State Governments, the Reserve Bank of India, Department of Public Enterprises, NITI Aayog, DIPAM, Securities and Exchange Board of India, National Stock Exchange of India Limited, BSE Limited, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and other relevant government departments and agencies at both Central and State levels. Your Directors acknowledge the constructive suggestions received from Auditors and Comptroller and Auditor General of India and are grateful for their continued support and cooperation.
The Company also extends its gratitude to the Statutory Auditors, Secretarial Auditor, RBI Auditors, and its bankers for their valuable insights, guidance, and continued cooperation.
The Directors further wish to convey their heartfelt thanks to the shareholders, investors, clients, and customers for their steadfast trust and support. Lastly, the Board acknowledges all members of the PFC Family for the unstinting efforts and dedicated contributions put in by the PFCians at all levels to ensure that the Company continues to sustain and grow.
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(Parminder Chopra)
Chairman and Managing Director DIN:08530587
Dated: August 06, 2025
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Consistent engagement on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter), especially around CSR initiatives, exhibitions, and national observances.
• Focused campaigns on key themes like energy conservation, Swachhta campaign, smart energy usage, and public health awareness.
• Media recognition through awards such as the CSR Champion Award at the Outlook Planet Sustainability Summit 2024.
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