Dish TV India LimitedQ1 FY27 Results & Financial Update
Dish TV India Limited: Q1 FY27 consolidated results and company financials – revenue ₹265.83 Cr, PAT ₹-286.31 Cr. Explore reported YoY/QoQ movements, margins, business drivers and management commentary. This page does not provide a rating, target price or investment recommendation.
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Quarterly Results AnalysisExplore Dish TV India Q1 FY27 quarterly results and earnings: revenue, profit (PAT), EBITDA, margins, YoY and QoQ growth, order book or business updates where reported, financial performance and management commentary. Reported figures and Nivata calculations are shown separately; no buy, sell or hold recommendation is provided.
Quarter overview
Quarterly earnings analysis
Dish TV India Limited reported its consolidated financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027 (quarter ended June 30, 2026), demonstrating continuing operational scale alongside significant bottom-line pressures.
During the quarter, the company registered revenue from operations of INR 265.83 crore, supplemented by other income of INR 5.63 crore, bringing total consolidated income to INR 271.46 crore.
The company incurred a loss before tax (PBT) of INR 286.30 crore and a net loss after tax (PAT) of INR 286.31 crore for the June 2026 quarter, translating to a basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) of INR -1.49.
Cost structures during the period remained heavy relative to top-line inflows, with finance costs standing at INR 67.60 crore and depreciation and amortization expenses totaling INR 115.62 crore.
The company reported zero tax expense for the quarter under review, reflecting the loss-making operational status for the period.
The reported figures highlight the ongoing challenges in the legacy DTH broadcasting landscape, where competitive intensity from alternative digital media formats and elevated fixed costs continue to impact profitability.
During the first quarter of fiscal 2027, Dish TV India Limited reported consolidated revenue from operations of INR 265.83 crore, accompanied by other income of INR 5.63 crore, bringing total income for the period to INR 271.4588 crore.
The company recorded a consolidated loss before tax (PBT) of INR 286.2992 crore and a consolidated net loss after tax (PAT) of INR 286.3077 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
01 · Business model
What does Dish TV India do?
Dish TV India Limited is a prominent Indian media and entertainment enterprise operating primarily in the direct-to-home (DTH) and digital television broadcasting sector. The company provides direct satellite television services to retail consumers across India, distributing a wide bouquet of entertainment, news, sports, and educational channels.
The core economic model relies on subscription revenues collected from subscribers through prepaid and postpaid packs, alongside value-added services and infrastructure sharing. Distribution is handled via an extensive network of regional distributors, local cable operators, and direct retail touchpoints across the country.
To navigate changing consumer preferences towards over-the-top (OTT) streaming platforms, the company has also been expanding its digital and hybrid entertainment offerings to capture evolving viewing habits.
02 · Financial snapshot
Current-quarter financial snapshot
| Metric | Q1 FY27 |
|---|---|
| Revenue from operations | ₹265.83 Cr |
| Total income | ₹271.46 Cr |
| Profit before tax | ₹-286.30 Cr |
| Profit after tax | ₹-286.31 Cr |
| EPS | ₹-1.49 |
Financial interpretation
What the reported numbers mean
Profit after tax represented -107.7% of reported quarterly operating revenue. This is a calculated net-profit-to-sales ratio, not a company-reported operating margin. It measures the outcome after expenses and tax; it does not, by itself, establish how margins changed versus another period.
Profit before tax was equivalent to -107.7% of quarterly operating revenue. The distinction between pre-tax and post-tax profit matters when interpreting earnings; neither ratio identifies an underlying cost driver without a properly matched comparative period.
Total income exceeded operating revenue by ₹5.63 crore. This is the disclosed difference between the two lines, not incremental sales. The distinction matters when assessing how much of the quarter’s reported income came from the operating top line.
Ratios above are calculated from the reported quarterly figures. They are analytical descriptions, not company-reported margin guidance or an investment recommendation.
03 · Why it moved
Why the quarter looked the way it did
What drove revenue
Revenue from operations for Q1 FY27 was recorded at INR 265.83 crore, driven by subscriber recharges and television broadcasting services across India.
Other income contributed INR 5.63 crore to the total consolidated income of INR 271.46 crore during the quarter.
The company derives its primary revenue from DTH broadcasting, channel subscriptions, and value-added services delivered to subscribers.
What drove margins
Depreciation and amortization expenses stood at INR 115.62 crore for Q1 FY27, exerting a substantial downward pull on operating profitability.
Finance costs of INR 67.60 crore for the quarter reflect ongoing debt servicing obligations that weigh heavily on the consolidated bottom line.
High capital intensity is reflected in significant depreciation of INR 115.62 crore and finance costs of INR 67.60 crore for the quarter.
Other income added INR 5.63 crore to the total income of INR 271.4588 crore for the quarter.
04 · Pressure points & risks
What is not going smoothly
The company reported a consolidated net loss after tax of INR 286.31 crore for Q1 FY27, accompanied by a negative basic EPS of INR -1.49.
05 · Beyond the numbers
What changed beyond the numbers
Reported update
Board Meeting Outcomes
The Board of Directors met on August 11, 2026, approved the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, and convened the 38th Annual General Meeting for September 29, 2026.
06 · Key Q&A
The quarter, answered directly
What does Dish TV India do?
Dish TV India Limited is a prominent Indian media and entertainment enterprise operating primarily in the direct-to-home (DTH) and digital television broadcasting sector. The company provides direct satellite television services to retail consumers across India, distributing a wide bouquet of entertainment, news, sports, and educational channels.
What is the clearest takeaway from Q1 FY27?
Dish TV India Limited reported its consolidated financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027 (quarter ended June 30, 2026), demonstrating continuing operational scale alongside significant bottom-line pressures.
What drove revenue or demand?
Revenue from operations for Q1 FY27 was recorded at INR 265.83 crore, driven by subscriber recharges and television broadcasting services across India.
What mattered most for margins or profitability?
Depreciation and amortization expenses stood at INR 115.62 crore for Q1 FY27, exerting a substantial downward pull on operating profitability.
What changed operationally beyond the headline numbers?
The Board of Directors met on August 11, 2026, approved the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, and convened the 38th Annual General Meeting for September 29, 2026.
What are the main pressure points disclosed for the quarter?
The company reported a consolidated net loss after tax of INR 286.31 crore for Q1 FY27, accompanied by a negative basic EPS of INR -1.49.
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08 · Next filing checkpoints
What the next disclosure can confirm or change
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Subsequent Quarterly Filings: Monitor upcoming financial disclosures for any sequential changes in subscriber retention, average revenue per user (ARPU), and debt reduction initiatives.
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Upcoming Annual General Meeting: The 38th Annual General Meeting of the company's equity shareholders is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2026, to be held through video conferencing.
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