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Best PSU Stocks in India (2025)

PSU stocks represent strategic national interests, spanning defence, banking, and energy, offering stability, dividends, and government-backed growth potential.

Top PSU Stocks in 2025

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NameStocks (50)Sub-SectorSub-SectorMarket CapMarket CapClose PriceClose PricePE RatioPE Ratio1D Return1D Return1M Return1M Return6M Return6M Return1Y Return1Y ReturnPB RatioPB RatioReturn on EquityReturn on EquityROCEROCEDividend YieldDiv YieldDebt to EquityDebt to EquityVolatility vs NiftyVolatility vs Nifty
1.State Bank of IndiaSBINPublic BanksPublic Banks7,42,260.657,42,260.65829.00829.009.579.57-0.32-0.324.604.608.498.49-7.22-7.221.471.4716.5816.585.635.631.911.910.000.001.621.62
2.NTPC LtdNTPCPower GenerationPower Generation3,32,062.333,32,062.33342.65342.6514.1814.180.060.062.362.365.065.06-9.29-9.292.012.0113.1713.1711.9211.922.442.441.441.441.821.82
3.Hindustan Aeronautics LtdHALAerospace & Defense EquipmentsAerospace & Defense Equipments3,25,800.433,25,800.434,789.304,789.3038.9538.95-1.69-1.69-4.15-4.1516.3416.34-4.51-4.5111.1811.1828.9128.9126.0426.040.510.510.000.002.592.59
4.Oil and Natural Gas Corporation LtdONGCOil & Gas - Exploration & ProductionOil & Gas - Exploration & Production3,05,512.083,05,512.08243.87243.878.438.430.420.42-5.48-5.48-8.52-8.52-26.48-26.480.840.8414.7314.7312.0112.015.045.040.420.422.152.15
5.Bharat Electronics LtdBELElectronic EquipmentsElectronic Equipments2,96,886.672,96,886.67404.20404.2055.7955.79-0.48-0.480.520.5243.2643.2628.9128.9118.1618.1626.3726.3740.6340.630.590.590.000.002.362.36
6.Power Grid Corporation of India LtdPOWERGRIDPower Transmission & DistributionPower Transmission & Distribution2,76,274.442,76,274.44296.60296.6017.8017.80-0.15-0.152.872.87-1.98-1.98-13.08-13.083.173.1718.3018.3013.5313.533.033.031.421.421.851.85
7.Coal India LtdCOALINDIAMining - CoalMining - Coal2,38,158.642,38,158.64385.90385.906.746.74-0.14-0.14-2.09-2.09-0.45-0.45-23.62-23.622.852.8551.5251.5227.4127.416.866.860.080.081.761.76
8.Indian Oil Corporation LtdIOCOil & Gas - Refining & MarketingOil & Gas - Refining & Marketing2,14,699.312,14,699.31150.96150.9615.7915.79-0.71-0.716.606.6017.8717.87-11.00-11.001.141.1425.1925.199.909.901.921.920.700.702.032.03
9.Indian Railway Finance Corp LtdIRFCSpecialized FinanceSpecialized Finance1,77,012.911,77,012.91134.91134.9127.2227.22-0.40-0.40-3.25-3.25-7.72-7.72-34.45-34.453.603.6013.6613.661.411.410.590.598.388.382.712.71
10.Bharat Petroleum Corporation LtdBPCLOil & Gas - Refining & MarketingOil & Gas - Refining & Marketing1,50,914.911,50,914.91346.75346.7511.3211.32-0.32-0.329.469.4626.7426.748.998.992.002.0041.5941.5917.9217.922.832.830.720.722.112.11
11.Power Finance Corporation LtdPFCSpecialized FinanceSpecialized Finance1,39,841.811,39,841.81424.10424.106.086.080.080.084.054.05-2.16-2.16-22.55-22.551.041.0416.0516.053.933.933.733.736.426.422.752.75
12.Punjab National BankPNBPublic BanksPublic Banks1,32,134.371,32,134.37113.79113.797.157.15-1.03-1.037.047.0413.6413.64-4.25-4.250.990.9915.1015.109.219.212.522.520.000.002.172.17
13.Bank of Baroda LtdBANKBARODAPublic BanksPublic Banks1,28,808.291,28,808.29246.52246.526.226.22-1.03-1.033.383.388.128.12-3.50-3.500.870.8715.4315.437.477.473.363.360.000.002.122.12
14.Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders LtdMAZDOCKShipbuildingShipbuilding1,25,362.441,25,362.443,048.003,048.0051.9451.94-1.92-1.92-2.09-2.0931.6631.6617.4417.4420.0820.0835.2135.2144.9944.990.420.420.000.003.853.85
15.Gail (India) LtdGAILGas DistributionGas Distribution1,21,198.441,21,198.44185.29185.299.739.730.520.52-3.61-3.612.402.40-19.04-19.041.571.5713.9113.9116.3416.344.074.070.280.282.282.28
16.Union Bank of India LtdUNIONBANKPublic BanksPublic Banks1,13,236.911,13,236.91146.31146.316.286.28-1.37-1.370.860.8634.6034.604.664.660.990.9917.0517.0511.5911.593.203.200.000.002.572.57
17.IDBI Bank LtdIDBIPrivate BanksPrivate Banks1,08,201.421,08,201.4299.6799.6714.1814.18-0.95-0.955.845.8418.6418.648.108.101.751.7513.5013.5010.3910.392.092.090.000.003.303.30
18.Canara Bank LtdCANBKPublic BanksPublic Banks1,06,153.831,06,153.83115.53115.536.056.05-1.28-1.284.984.9818.0318.03-0.21-0.211.001.0017.5617.568.408.403.423.420.000.002.302.30
19.REC LimitedRECLTDSpecialized FinanceSpecialized Finance1,05,434.291,05,434.29401.20401.206.646.640.200.20-0.50-0.50-16.82-16.82-34.23-34.231.521.5222.1922.193.993.994.504.506.426.422.792.79
20.Hindustan Petroleum Corp LtdHINDPETROOil & Gas - Refining & MarketingOil & Gas - Refining & Marketing94,922.1694,922.16440.00440.0014.0914.09-1.37-1.3712.8712.8722.6022.6023.0323.032.022.0240.4540.4512.8212.822.362.361.421.422.552.55

Disclaimer: Please note that the above table is for informational purposes only, and is not recommendatory. Please do your own research or consult your financial advisor before investing. The data is derived from Tickertape Stock Screener and is subject to real-time updates.

Selection criteria: Companies that are associated with the PSU sector in India, based on publicly available information.

Overview of the Top PSU Stocks in India

State Bank of India

SBI is India’s largest public sector bank, offering a full suite of banking services across retail, corporate, and digital segments. With deep rural reach and robust digital platforms, it plays a pivotal role in financial inclusion, credit expansion, and implementation of government-backed financial schemes.

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd

HAL is India’s premier aerospace and defence PSU, manufacturing fighter jets, helicopters, and avionics systems. It plays a strategic role in India’s self-reliance in defence (Atmanirbhar Bharat) and partners with DRDO and global OEMs to build indigenous military aircraft and upgrade defence capabilities.

NTPC Ltd

NTPC is India’s largest thermal power producer and a diversified PSU venturing into renewables, nuclear, and hydrogen energy. As the backbone of India's power sector, it ensures stable electricity supply while spearheading the transition to a cleaner energy mix with ambitious green capacity targets.

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd

ONGC is India’s largest oil and gas exploration company. It oversees a majority of India’s crude oil and natural gas output, both onshore and offshore. As a key energy PSU, it drives domestic hydrocarbon production while investing in energy transition projects like green hydrogen.

Bharat Electronics Ltd

BEL is a leading defence electronics PSU that designs and manufactures advanced systems for India’s armed forces. Its portfolio includes radars, missile systems, and communication devices. It’s also expanding into EV infrastructure and semiconductor tech, supporting India's strategic autonomy in high-tech defence equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions on PSU Stocks

  1. What are PSU Stocks?

    PSU (Public Sector Undertaking) stocks represent shares of companies in which the Indian government holds a majority stake. These entities operate across various sectors, including banking, energy, defense, and infrastructure, playing a pivotal role in the nation's economic development. Investing in PSU stocks offers exposure to companies backed by government support and policies.

  2. How to invest in PSU Stocks?

    Here’s how you can invest in PSU Stocks -
    1. Go to the Tickertape Stock Screener
    2. Click on 'PSU Stocks'.
    3. Analyse and sort the PSU Stocks using over 200+ filters—including valuation ratios, financials, technical indicators, and more—based on your investment thesis.
    4. Review the filtered list, and identify stocks that best align with your risk appetite, return expectations, and investment goals.
    5. Once you've shortlisted the stocks, click ‘Place Order’ to invest in your preferred PSU Stocks.

    Disclaimer: Please do your own research or consult your financial advisor before investing.

  3. What are some of the top PSU stocks companies listed on NSE?

    Top NSE-listed PSU Stocks in India include:
    1. BEML Ltd
    2. Bank of Baroda Ltd
    3. Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd
    4. Central Bank of India Ltd
    5. Bharat Dynamics Ltd

    Disclaimer: Please note that the above list is for educational purposes only, and is not recommendatory. Please do your own research or consult your financial advisor before investing.

  4. What are the factors affecting PSU stocks prices?

    PSU stock prices in India are influenced by several factors:
    1. Government Policies: Decisions on subsidies, divestment, and regulatory changes can impact performance.
    2. Economic Indicators: Inflation, interest rates, and GDP growth affect profitability and investor sentiment.
    3. Global Market Trends: Fluctuations in commodity prices and international demand can influence revenues.
    4. Operational Efficiency: Management practices and technological advancements play a role in competitiveness.
    5. Investor Perception: Public trust and market confidence can sway stock valuations.

  5. What is the future projection of PSU stocks?

    Sectors like infrastructure, power, defense, and railways are expected to thrive due to increased government focus and investment. Public sector banks have shown significant profit growth, contributing to the banking sector's highest-ever profits in FY25. However, challenges remain, and investors should consider sector-specific dynamics and broader economic trends when assessing future performance.

    Disclaimer: This is only for educational purposes as the latest data is derived from major financial research reports.

  6. How to choose PSU stocks for investing?

    Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) operate in key areas like oil, power, defense, and banking. Analysts typically consider dividend history, operational efficiency, and strategic reforms like disinvestment when reviewing PSUs, particularly in the context of broader economic policy shifts.

    Disclaimer: Please note that this is not a recommendation. Please do your own research or consult your financial advisor before investing.

  7. Do PSU stocks offer regular dividends?

    Many PSU stocks are known for regular dividend payouts. For instance, Coal India Ltd declared a final dividend of ₹5.60 per share for FY25, maintaining a dividend yield of around 7%. Similarly, ONGC and BPCL have offered dividend yields of approximately 6% during the same period. These consistent dividends make PSU stocks attractive to income-focused investors.

    Disclaimer: The latest data on dividends is derived from Tickertape Stock Screener.

  8. Is PSU stocks a good investment for the long term?

    Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) often offer stable dividends and operate in key sectors like oil, power, and banking. Long-term performance varies based on reforms, efficiency, and policy support.

    Disclaimer: Please note that this is not a recommendation. Please do your own research or consult your financial advisor before investing.