The companies that have amazing aka significant financial and operational achievement, and just because of that are at the top tier among Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), are the ones we call the Navratna companies. Though, this title is given to these companies by the Indian government, and they have some autonomy as well as authority, mainly to make investment decisions up to 1,000 crore rupees. Sure, these companies do not have as much authority and investment decision autonomy as the Maharatna companies, but still, these Navratna companies are super important. So with that, shall we look at the list of the Navratna companies in India as of 2025? Alright, here we go then.
1. Engineers India Limited (EIL)
Alright, first up, this company is behind many of the country’s oil, gas, and petrochemical projects in India and started working in the year 1965, you know? Like, for right now, if India is making a big refinery or laying miles of pipes, this company is probably leading the front at all times. They take care of the design, construction, and completion of major energy infrastructure, both on land and offshore.
2. Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR)
Are goods going smoothly across India? Well, that’s just one company named CONCOR working behind the scenes, that’s all! On land and at sea, this company has built major energy infrastructure since 1988. The company has equipped India with inland container depots, terminals, and logistics parks for the smooth delivery of goods, you know?
3. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
Next up, well, BEL has been in business since 1954 and is one of the leading names in India’s defence sector. They manufacture advanced equipment like radars, missiles, and communication systems for the military of India. That’s it? Probably nah! You see, this very company is also venturing into cyber security and healthcare tech.
4. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
Coming right up next, well, since 1940, HAL has been creating fighter jets, helicopters, and transport planes for India, how about that? Sure enough, you’d remember that this company is recognized globally and has been involved in creating famous aircraft like the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft and the Dhruv helicopter.
5. Neyveli Lignite Corporation Limited (NLC India)
And then, well, NLC India has been in the power business since 1956 and has been doing a great job at it till now. What exactly do they do? Oh, they mine lignite (a kind of coal) and generate power needed to energize homes and industries. Lately, though, they have also been involved in solar and wind power projects to help India transition to cleaner energy.
6. Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL)
Next one? Well, this very company popularly known as Vizag Steel has been in existence since 1970. You know like, the company’s steel plant at Visakhapatnam makes steel for multiple purposes, including but not limited to manufacturing and construction. Sure enough, we can say that they have some of the best processes in manufacturing steel which is world class.
7. Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilisers Limited (RCF)
It is a 100% true that RCF has been supporting farmers to improve crops since 1978. How exactly? Oh, well, the company makes urea and other nutrients for fertilizing soil. Like, if you are eating food that is grown in India, RCF has helped to make sure that it was done!
8. Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL)
And then, surely, MTNL has been serving the people of Delhi and Mumbai with telephone and internet connectivity since 1986. Like, right now, even though we have a multitude of private players like Jio, Airtel, Vi, etc. these days, MTNL is still very much in the game. How? In fact, It is also in the works for expanding services to disperse 4G networks across urban centres in India.
9. National Buildings Construction Corporation Limited (NBCC)
Coming up next, many of you may not know this but NBCC builds lots of important buildings in India, like government offices and apartments, you know? Like, they also work on urban planning. Since 1960, they have taken part in rebuilding cities and constructing structures under the Smart Cities Mission of India.
10. National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO)
Ever since 1981, NALCO has been producing aluminium and metal and is the major one in the industry right here in India. How exactly? Well, it’s simple actually, they handle everything from mining bauxite to refining and melting aluminium.
11. National Mineral Development Corporation Limited (NMDC)
And then, the leading producer of iron ore in India was established in 1958 and it is this one. For now, though, they have large mining operations in Chhattisgarh and Karnataka and also look for other minerals like copper and diamonds.
12. Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL)
Alright, next up, we’d say that whether it’s construction, project management or financing, RVNL is doing it all. How exactly? Oh, you see, RVNL has taken care of constructing new rail tracks, bridges, metro and other rail infra works since 2003.
13. Shipping Corporation of India Limited (SCI)
SCI is the top shipping company in India that handles the shipping of goods and it has been doing that for a long time now, no two ways about that. For a little bit of more detail here, you see, since 1961, they’ve been transporting everything from crude oil to general cargo.
14. ONGC Videsh Limited (OVL)
Sure enough, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation is the International area of ONGC. Like, since the 1965s, they have been securing as well as managing oil and gas assets in more than 17 countries, more notably Russia and Brazil.
15. RITES Limited
And then, RITES is a consultancy that provides infrastructure services. Like, since back in 1974, this company’s experts have been giving advice on anything and everything related to railways, highways, ports, and airports, you know?
16. IRCON International Limited
Last one? Yes, but a special one too, like, if you’re looking for something related to infrastructure, IRCON is the place to visit. You know, since 1976, they have built railways, highways, metro systems, and many more in India and abroad too. IRCON has finished over 500 big projects in other countries, which have made travelling and transportation easier.
Conclusion
There you have it. These are by far the only Navratna companies in India as of 2025, though, keep one thing in mind the Navratna status of these companies can change, like they can be upgraded to Maharatna, which is very much possible and we have seen that happen to many items.
