Railtel Corporation of India Limited Receives Rs 455‑Crore West Central Railway Project
Railtel Corporation of India Limited (RCL) announced on 9 February 2026 that it has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the West Central Railway (WCR) for a project valued at ₹454.94 crore (₹4 54 94 74 871). The order will be executed over a period of 960 days, with completion scheduled for 24 September 2028.
Project Details
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Order value | ₹454.94 crore |
| Contract period | 960 days |
| Completion date | 24 September 2028 |
| Estimated order value | ₹4 54 94 74 871 |
The LoA, issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Civil Projects and Works (Project) of the WCR, confirms that RCL will provide its broadband telecom and multimedia network services under the project. The order aligns with RCL’s business model, which spans Telecom Services and Project Work Services segments and includes broadband, cyber‑security, managed services, and infrastructure maintenance for government and corporate clients.
Market Reaction
The announcement entered market commentary on 10 February 2026, with several financial news outlets highlighting the deal. Moneycontrol noted that RCL’s share price remained a focus on 10 February following the contract win, while Business Standard reported the acceptance of the project. The deal is expected to strengthen RCL’s revenue base and support its ongoing projects such as station Wi‑Fi, BharatNet, and national knowledge network services.
Company Context
- Founded: 2000
- Headquarters: New Delhi, India
- Sector: Communication Services
- Primary Exchange: National Stock Exchange of India (NSE)
- Recent Share Price (5 Feb 2026): ₹324
- 52‑Week Range: ₹265.5 – ₹478.95
- Market Capitalisation: ₹103 984 037 888
- P/E Ratio: 33.42
The West Central Railway contract adds to RCL’s portfolio of rail‑related broadband and signalling projects, reinforcing its strategic focus on railway infrastructure and connectivity solutions.
Outlook
With the order secured, RCL is positioned to deliver a substantial revenue stream over the next three years. The project’s completion target in September 2028 aligns with the company’s long‑term contract execution framework. Investors observing RCL’s performance will likely consider the impact of this contract on the company’s earnings trajectory and its contribution to the broader telecom services sector.
