India, Jan. 24 -- Government owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, BPCL, reported a strong set of numbers for Q3FY26. On a consolidated basis, the net profit jumped 88.9% to Rs 7,188.40 crore from Rs 3,805.94 crore in the same quarter a year ago. The Maharatna PSU's result brought out strong operational performance, even as global crude supply dynamics shifts.

BPCL recorded a 7.1% on year growth in operating revenue at Rs 1.36 trillion, higher compared to Rs 1.27 trillion in Q3FY25. The company also mentioned an average gross refining margin at $9.68 per barrel for nine months ending December 31, 2025, considerably higher compared to $5.95 per barrel a year ago. A sharp rise in refining margins, along with better operational effici...