Quess Corp, India’s leading staffing and workforce solutions company, unveiled its Q1 FY26 results today, revealing resilient revenue growth and continued profitability—even amid challenging market dynamics. The announcement, made on July 28, 2025, confirms the company’s vision of sustainable, profitable expansion and its ambition of remaining a top-tier player in the staffing industry.
Introduction
Quess Corp’s Q1 FY26 performance underscores its robust operating model and ability to withstand macroeconomic headwinds in the staffing sector. Despite a demanding economic environment, the company posted improved margins and solidified its recognition as the country’s top staffing firm.
Key Highlights for Q1 FY26
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Revenue for the quarter stood at ₹3,651 crore, marking a 2% year-on-year (YoY) growth.
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EBITDA increased by 10% YoY, reaching ₹70 crore, with EBITDA margins rising to 1.9% (up 15 basis points YoY).
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Profit After Tax (PAT) came in at ₹51 crore, registering a YoY growth of 4%.
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Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) for the quarter was ₹3.4.
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Headcount remained robust at over 461,000, establishing Quess as India’s largest staffing employer.
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The company retained its rank as India’s No.1 staffing firm for 2025 and was recognized as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year (19th nationally in FY25).
Segment Performance
General Staffing
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The General Staffing division posted quarterly revenue of ₹3,122 crore, reflecting a 0.2% YoY rise.
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EBITDA for this segment reached ₹46 crore, up 3% YoY.
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Despite macro challenges, the division ended the quarter with new net additions, indicating resilience and client expansion.
Professional Staffing
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Professional Staffing achieved its “best-ever” performance, with revenue of ₹244 crore, surging 31% YoY and 11% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ).
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The segment posted double-digit EBITDA margins, buoyed by strong demand in niche technology roles and continued growth in the Global Capability Centre (GCC) segment, which contributed 73% of total revenues.
Overseas Business
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Overseas operations posted revenue of ₹284 crore, growing 0.4% YoY.
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The Middle East business delivered the highest-ever revenue and EBITDA growth for this vertical, while Singapore operations remained under pressure.
Digital Platforms
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Revenue from digital platforms was ₹1 crore (down 56% YoY), as this business line continues to face adverse trends.
Management Commentary
ED and Group CEO, Guruprasad Srinivasan, expressed optimism about the results: The company posted a good start to the financial year, with robust growth in Professional Staffing and GCC capabilities, while General Staffing performed resiliently despite industry challenges. The CEO pointed to the successful demerger as a trigger for greater operational focus and cost optimization, boosting future prospects for sustainable, profitable growth.
Other Key Metrics and Developments
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PAT margin for Q1 FY26 was stable at 1.4% (up 3 bps QoQ).
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Adjusted PAT (ex- exceptional items) for Q1 FY26 was ₹53 crore, up 8% YoY, with an adjusted EPS of ₹3.5.
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The company’s dividend policy remains attractive, having paid a final dividend of ₹6/share in the previous fiscal on the back of strong cash generation.
Comparative Results (Q4 FY25 versus Q1 FY26)
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Q4 FY25 saw consolidated revenue of ₹3,656 crore and adjusted net profit of ₹63 crore.
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EBITDA for Q4 FY25 was ₹67 crore (EBITDA margin: 1.8%).
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The modest declines in revenue and profit margins QoQ reflect seasonality and the cyclical nature of the staffing industry.
Looking Ahead
Quess Corp is poised to capitalize on festive season hiring demand, while its diversified portfolio and major market standing offer confidence for the remainder of FY26. The management’s continued investment in operational efficiency and expansion into high-growth segments like Professional Staffing and overseas markets position it well for future acceleration.
Source: Quess Corp FY26 Q1 Earnings Release, NSE and company investor presentations.
