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IRFC Clinches Fifth Straight 'Excellent' Rating, Showcasing Financial Fortitude

The Indian Railway Finance Corporation has secured the highest 'excellent' performance rating from the Department of Public Enterprises for the fifth year in a row. This sustained recognition highlights the company's robust governance, operational efficiency, and ability to adapt its business model. Chairman Manoj Kumar Dubey stated the rating endorses the corporation's strategic execution and noted it has already met its annual sanction guidance for the current fiscal year. As the financing arm for Indian Railways, IRFC plays a central role in mobilizing resources for national infrastructure development.

Key Points: IRFC Bags 5th Consecutive 'Excellent' DPE Rating

  • Fifth consecutive 'excellent' DPE rating
  • Strong governance & financial discipline
  • Achieved annual sanction target early
  • Supports railway & national infrastructure
  • Transitioning to IRFC 2.0 model
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IRFC bags fifth consecutive 'excellent' DPE rating, reinforcing financial strength

Indian Railway Finance Corporation secures top 'excellent' rating from DPE for FY 2024-25, marking five years of sustained high performance and financial strength.

"a strong endorsement of IRFC's institutional robustness, strategic clarity, and execution capabilities - Manoj Kumar Dubey"

New Delhi, January 4

Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited, a Government of India Navratna CPSE under the administrative control of the Ministry of Railways, has been rated "excellent" by the Department of Public Enterprises for the financial year 2024-25, marking the fifth consecutive year of achieving the highest performance rating since its listing in FY 2020-21.

This sustained recognition reflects IRFC's ability to withstand emerging challenges, maintain institutional strength, and deliver consistently high performance, while evolving its business model in line with its expanded mandate.

The rating reaffirms IRFC's strong governance framework, operational efficiency, and financial discipline. Throughout the year, IRFC continued to strengthen and diversify its lending portfolio in a calibrated manner, aligned with its mandate and following a whole-of-government approach.

The company has successfully improved efficiency in railway-linked infrastructure financing while providing timely, cost-effective funding support to the railway ecosystem and strategically linked sectors, thereby remaining true to its core mandate.

Commenting on the achievement, the Chairman & Managing Director, IRFC, Manoj Kumar Dubey, said that the 'excellent' rating for the fifth consecutive year since listing is a strong endorsement of IRFC's institutional robustness, strategic clarity, and execution capabilities.

"Even as IRFC has transitioned to IRFC 2.0, the organisation has demonstrated its ability to overcome challenges and deliver superior performance," Manoj Kumar Dubey said.

"Under IRFC 2.0, we are working relentlessly and prudently, focusing on the selective deployment of capital into high-quality assets aligned with our mandate and risk framework," he added.

"I am pleased to note that IRFC has already achieved its annual sanction guidance of Rs 60,000 crore for FY 2025-26 by the end of Q3, reflecting strong momentum and disciplined growth. We remain committed to enhancing financing efficiency and supporting the railway ecosystem and related national infrastructure development," Dubey said.

Established in 1986 as the dedicated financing arm of the Ministry of Railways, IRFC plays a central role in mobilising resources for the development and modernisation of India's railway infrastructure.

As a Navratna CPSE, IRFC's mandate encompasses financing railway projects with forward and backward linkages to the railway sector, including power generation and transmission, coal and mining, logistics and warehousing, metro rail, ports, and allied sectors.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Great to see a PSU performing so consistently. It shows what good governance and a clear mandate can achieve. I hope this financial strength translates into even better railway infrastructure for passengers. The focus on metro and ports is also very welcome.
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Aman W
While the rating is impressive, I have a respectful criticism. I wish some of this operational efficiency and financial discipline was more visible at the ground level for the common passenger. Delays and cleanliness are still major issues on many routes. The financing is strong, but the end-user experience needs to catch up.
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Michael C
As someone following infrastructure finance, IRFC's model is a case study. Achieving the annual sanction target of ₹60,000 crore by Q3 is no small feat. This kind of stability and predictability is crucial for long-term infrastructure projects. Kudos to the team.
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Priya S
Navratna CPSEs like IRFC are the backbone of our economy. Five years in a row is not luck, it's sheer dedication. The expansion into linked sectors like power and mining shows strategic vision. Hope the dividends keep coming for us shareholders! 💰
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Karthik V
This is positive news for the overall infrastructure story of India. Strong financing arm means railways can plan big projects like dedicated freight corridors and new Vande Bharat routes with confidence. Aatmanirbhar Bharat in action!

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