Synopsis:
BLS International Services Ltd gained 6.61 percent after securing a Rs. 2,055.35 crore work order from UIDAI for establishing and managing Aadhaar Seva Kendras across India.
A public service outsourcing stock witnessed strong momentum after bagging a large government order, lifting the stock by over six percent intraday. BLS International Services Ltd., with a market capitalization of Rs. 15,541.16 crore, opened at Rs. 381.40 compared to the previous close of Rs. 368.15. The stock touched an intraday high of Rs. 392.45, marking a gain of 6.61 percent from the prior close.
What’s the News?
The company has received a work order dated August 25, 2025, from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Government of India, for providing services as “Service Provider for Establishing and Running District Level Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK)” across India. The total contract value is Rs. 2,055.35 crore, inclusive of all duties and taxes.
Under the contract, BLS International will establish and operate Aadhaar Seva Kendras nationwide, facilitating appointment and walk-in based Aadhaar enrolment, updates, and other Aadhaar-related services. The tenure of the project is six years, further strengthening the company’s long-term revenue visibility.
Financial Snapshot
On a sequential basis, revenue rose from Rs. 693 crore in Q4FY25 to Rs. 711 crore in Q1FY26, reflecting a growth of 2.6 percent. Operating profit increased from Rs. 174 crore to Rs. 204 crore, up 17.2 percent. Profit before tax grew from Rs. 167 crore to Rs. 200 crore, higher by 19.8 percent, while net profit advanced from Rs. 145 crore to Rs. 181 crore, registering a 24.8 percent rise.
On an annual comparison, revenue expanded from Rs. 493 crore in Q1FY25 to Rs. 711 crore in Q1FY26, a strong increase of 44.2 percent. Operating profit surged from Rs. 133 crore to Rs. 204 crore, up 53.4 percent. Profit before tax rose from Rs. 135 crore to Rs. 200 crore, higher by 48.1 percent, while net profit improved from Rs. 121 crore to Rs. 181 crore, a robust growth of 49.6 percent.
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Shareholding Pattern
As of June 2025, promoters held 70.39 percent stake in the company. Foreign institutional investors owned 8.54 percent, while domestic institutional investors accounted for 2.87 percent, with LIC holding 2.23 percent. The public shareholding stood at 18.18 percent and others held 0.03 percent.
About the Company
BLS International Services is a global leader in outsourcing and administrative services for visa, passport, and consular functions on behalf of diplomatic missions. The company also offers attestation and apostille services for India’s Ministry of External Affairs and provides allied solutions such as bank facilitation, Seva Sindhu services, and Grama One Citizen Service Centres. With a pan-India presence across 17 states and union territories, it operates in over 70 countries and partners with 46 governments worldwide.
Written by – Manan Gangwar
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