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MECON Limited granted Miniratna Category-I status

The Ministry of Steel granted Miniratna Category-I status to MECON Limited, a Schedule 'A' CPSE with a net worth of Rs 535.42 crore as on 31 March 2026, the ministry said on 1 July 2026.

Summary

The Ministry of Steel approved Miniratna Category-I status for MECON Limited, a Schedule 'A' Central Public Sector Enterprise under its administrative control, the ministry said on 1 July 2026. MECON reported continuous profits in the last three financial years, including a profit before tax of Rs 104.53 crore in FY 2025-26, and a positive net worth of Rs 535.42 crore as on 31 March 2026, meeting the Department of Public Enterprises criteria. The status gives its Board more financial and operational autonomy. MECON was established in 1959 and is headquartered in Ranchi.

Key facts

Status
Miniratna Category-I
Company
MECON Limited, Schedule 'A' CPSE, Ministry of Steel
Net worth
Rs 535.42 crore (31 March 2026)
PBT FY 2025-26
Rs 104.53 crore
Founded / HQ
1959 / Ranchi

Practice MCQs 1 questions

Q1

MECON Limited, granted Miniratna Category-I status in July 2026, is headquartered in:

Show answer

Correct answer: A — Ranchi

MECON Limited, established in 1959, is headquartered in Ranchi and is under the Ministry of Steel.

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