PTC India (NSE:PTC) Beneish M-Score: -3.33 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


NSE:PTC PTC India Ltd NSE:PTC
79 GF Score
Price ₹181.80
GF Value ₹185.25
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is PTC India Beneish M-Score?

PTC India NSE:PTC -1.60% 79 Beneish M-Score is -3.33 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:PTC with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹185.25 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 390 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, PTC India ranks better than 91.54% on this metric.

The zones of discrimination for M-Score is as such:

An M-Score of equal or less than -1.78 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.
An M-Score of greater than -1.78 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Good Sign:

Beneish M-Score -3.33 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for PTC India's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

NSE:PTC' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.33   Med: -2.78   Max: -1.98
Current: -3.33

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of PTC India was -1.98. The lowest was -3.33. And the median was -2.78.


PTC India Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for PTC India's Beneish M-Score can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

PTC India Beneish M-Score Chart

PTC India Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.03 -2.45 -3.25 -2.81 -3.33

PTC India Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.81 0.00 0.00 0.00 -3.33

NSE:PTC vs CEG, VST, NRG: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers subindustry, PTC India's Beneish M-Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Beneish M-Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


PTC India Beneish M-Score vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, PTC India's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where PTC India's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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PTC India Beneish M-Score Calculation

The M-score was created by Professor Messod Beneish. Instead of measuring the bankruptcy risk (Altman Z-Score) or business trend (Piotroski F-Score), M-score can be used to detect the risk of earnings manipulation. This is the original research paper on M-score.

The M-Score Variables:

The M-score of PTC India for today is based on a combination of the following eight different indices:

M=-4.84+0.92 * DSRI+0.528 * GMI+0.404 * AQI+0.892 * SGI+0.115 * DEPI
=-4.84+0.92 * 0.7022+0.528 * 1.2377+0.404 * 0.7152+0.892 * 1.0692+0.115 * 0.7922
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 0+4.679 * -0.175079-0.327 * 0.9202
=-3.33

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

This Year (Mar26) TTM:Last Year (Mar25) TTM:
Total Receivables was ₹43,809 Mil.
Revenue was ₹166,212 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹8,175 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹101,417 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹126,307 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹305 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹103 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹0 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹45,300 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹9,510 Mil.
Net Income was ₹6,056 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹0 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was ₹28,170 Mil.
Total Receivables was ₹58,350 Mil.
Revenue was ₹155,459 Mil.
Gross Profit was ₹9,464 Mil.
Total Current Assets was ₹93,636 Mil.
Total Assets was ₹129,159 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was ₹372 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was ₹93 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was ₹268 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was ₹43,206 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was ₹17,701 Mil.




1. DSRI = Days Sales in Receivables Index

Measured as the ratio of Revenue in Total Receivables in year t to year t-1.

A large increase in DSR could be indicative of revenue inflation.

DSRI=(Receivables_t / Revenue_t) / (Receivables_t-1 / Revenue_t-1)
=(43809 / 166211.6) / (58350.3 / 155458.6)
=0.263574 / 0.375343
=0.7022

2. GMI = Gross Margin Index

Measured as the ratio of gross margin in year t-1 to gross margin in year t.

Gross margin has deteriorated when this index is above 1. A firm with poorer prospects is more likely to manipulate earnings.

GMI=GrossMargin_t-1 / GrossMargin_t
=(GrossProfit_t-1 / Revenue_t-1) / (GrossProfit_t / Revenue_t)
=(9463.6 / 155458.6) / (8175.1 / 166211.6)
=0.060875 / 0.049185
=1.2377

3. AQI = Asset Quality Index

AQI is the ratio of asset quality in year t to year t-1.

Asset quality is measured as the ratio of non-current assets other than Property, Plant and Equipment to Total Assets.

AQI=(1 - (CurrentAssets_t + PPE_t) / TotalAssets_t) / (1 - (CurrentAssets_t-1 + PPE_t-1) / TotalAssets_t-1)
=(1 - (101416.5 + 305.4) / 126307.1) / (1 - (93635.9 + 371.5) / 129158.8)
=0.194646 / 0.272156
=0.7152

4. SGI = Sales Growth Index

Ratio of Revenue in year t to sales in year t-1.

Sales growth is not itself a measure of manipulation. However, growth companies are likely to find themselves under pressure to manipulate in order to keep up appearances.

SGI=Sales_t / Sales_t-1
=Revenue_t / Revenue_t-1
=166211.6 / 155458.6
=1.0692

5. DEPI = Depreciation Index

Measured as the ratio of the rate of Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization in year t-1 to the corresponding rate in year t.

DEPI greater than 1 indicates that assets are being depreciated at a slower rate. This suggests that the firm might be revising useful asset life assumptions upwards, or adopting a new method that is income friendly.

DEPI=(Depreciation_t-1 / (Depreciaton_t-1 + PPE_t-1)) / (Depreciation_t / (Depreciaton_t + PPE_t))
=(93.1 / (93.1 + 371.5)) / (103.4 / (103.4 + 305.4))
=0.200387 / 0.252935
=0.7922

Note: If the Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization data is not available, we assume that the depreciation rate is constant and set the Depreciation Index to 1.

6. SGAI = Sales, General and Administrative expenses Index

The ratio of Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) to Sales in year t relative to year t-1.

SGA expenses index > 1 means that the company is becoming less efficient in generate sales.

SGAI=(SGA_t / Sales_t) / (SGA_t-1 /Sales_t-1)
=(0 / 166211.6) / (267.6 / 155458.6)
=0 / 0.001721
=0

7. LVGI = Leverage Index

The ratio of total debt to Total Assets in year t relative to yeat t-1.

An LVGI > 1 indicates an increase in leverage

LVGI=((LTD_t + CurrentLiabilities_t) / TotalAssets_t) / ((LTD_t-1 + CurrentLiabilities_t-1) / TotalAssets_t-1)
=((9509.5 + 45300.2) / 126307.1) / ((17701.3 + 43206.2) / 129158.8)
=0.43394 / 0.471571
=0.9202

8. TATA = Total Accruals to Total Assets

Total accruals calculated as the change in working capital accounts other than cash less depreciation.

TATA=(IncomefromContinuingOperations_t - CashFlowsfromOperations_t) / TotalAssets_t
=(NetIncome_t - NonOperatingIncome_t - CashFlowsfromOperations_t) / TotalAssets_t
=(6056.3 - 0 - 28170) / 126307.1
=-0.175079

An M-Score of equal or less than -1.78 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator. An M-Score of greater than -1.78 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

PTC India has a M-score of -3.33 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -3.33 mean?
PTC India (NSE:PTC) has a Beneish M-Score of -3.33 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on PTC India and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, PTC India ranks #33 out of 390 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 8.5%.
Is PTC India's Beneish M-Score too high?
PTC India's current Beneish M-Score is -3.33. Based on the distribution chart, PTC India ranks #33 out of 390 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, PTC India has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PTC India's Beneish M-Score compare to CEG and VST?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, PTC India ranks #33 out of 390 companies for Beneish M-Score. This places PTC India in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Beneish M-Score for an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry context. However, Beneish M-Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Beneish M-Score mean?
A high Beneish M-Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on PTC India and its competitors. PTC India's current Beneish M-Score is -3.33. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PTC India stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PTC India (NSE:PTC) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹185.25, compared to a current price of ₹181.80 — trading 1.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -3.33. PTC India's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Beneish M-Score calculated?
Beneish M-Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For PTC India (NSE:PTC), the current Beneish M-Score is -3.33 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is PTC India (NSE:PTC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PTC India stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹181.80 is trading 1.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹185.25. GuruFocus considers PTC India to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:PTC:

  • Beneish M-Score: -3.33
  • GF Value™: ₹185.25 vs. price of ₹181.80 (1.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:PTC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


PTC India Business Description

Other Exchanges 532524:India
Address 15 Bhikaji Cama Place, 2nd Floor, NBCC Tower, New Delhi, IND, 110 066
PTC India Ltd is a holding company. It is involved in the trading of electricity and offers power trading solutions in India. The company's segments include Power: it includes trading & generation of power. Financing business: It includes investing in equity or extending debt to power projects in generation, transmission, distribution, fuel resources, and fuel-related infrastructure. The company derives the majority of its revenue from India.
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