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Maruti Suzuki India Limited (the Company) is a public limited company incorporated and domiciled in India, listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The address of its registered office is Plot No. 1, Nelson Mandela Road, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi - 110070. The Company is a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan. The principal activities of the Company are manufacturing, purchase and sale of motor vehicles, components and spare parts. The other activities of the Company comprise engineering and ancillary services, facilitation of pre-owned car sales, fleet management and car financing.
2 SUMMARY OF MATERIAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES
This note provides a list of the material accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these standalone financial statements. These policies have been consistently applied to all the years except where newly issued accounting standards are initially adopted.
2.1 Basis of preparation
2.1.1 Statement of compliance
The standalone financial statements have been prepared as a going concern in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) prescribed under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the Act) read with the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, as amended from time to time and other accounting principles generally accepted in India.
The standalone financial statements, and the accompanying notes are presented in Indian Rupee (I) which is the functional currency of the Company. All amounts have been rounded off to the nearest million, except earnings per share, unless otherwise stated.
2.1.2 Basis of preparation and presentation
The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost convention on accrual basis except for the following:
a. certain financial assets and liabilities (including derivative instruments) measured at fair value (refer accounting policy regarding financial instruments)
In particular, information about significant areas of estimation uncertainty and critical judgements in applying accounting policies that have the most significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements are included in the following notes:
2.3.1 Provision for employee benefits
Provision for employee benefits requires that certain assumptions such as expected future salary increases, average life expectancy and discount rates etc. are made in order to determine the amount to be recorded for retirement benefit obligations. Substantial changes in the assumed development of any of these variables may significantly change the Company's retirement benefit obligations. (refer note 16 (i) and note 31)
2.3.2 Contingent liabilities and provision for litigation / disputes
Income taxes: The Company’s tax jurisdiction is in India. Significant judgements are involved in determining the provision for income taxes including judgement on whether tax positions are probable of being sustained in tax assessments. A tax assessment can involve complex issues, which can only be resolved over extended time periods. [refer note 38(A)(iv)]
Excise duty: Litigations comprise complex issues with material amounts involved and are connected with a high degree of uncertainty. Such litigations can only be resolved over extended time periods. [refer note 38(A)(i)]
Accordingly, the assessment of whether an obligation exists on the balance sheet date as a result of an event in the past, and whether a future cash outflow is likely and the obligation can be reliably estimated, largely depends on estimations by the management.
Provision for litigation / disputes, other contingent liabilities related to litigation/disputes:
The Company faces litigations and claims from various authorities and parties which are connected with a degree of uncertainty. Such litigations can only be resolved over extended time periods. Accordingly, the assessment of whether an obligation exists on the balance sheet date as a result of an event in the past, and whether a future cash outflow is likely and the obligation can be reliably estimated,
Under the existing Ind AS 1, where there is a breach of a material provision of a long-term loan arrangement on or before the end of the reporting period with the effect that the liability becomes payable on demand on the reporting date, the entity does not classify the liability as current, if the lender agreed, after the reporting period and before the approval of the financial statements for issue, not to demand payment as a consequence of the breach.
However, the amended requirements stipulate that entities will no longer be permitted to consider lender waivers that are granted after the reporting date but before the financial statements are approved for the purpose of classification of loans. This amendment is required to be applied retrospectively in accordance with Ind AS 8.
The company does not expect this amendment to have an impact on its operations or financial statements.
2.2 Going concern
The Board of Directors have considered the financial position of the Company as at March 31, 2026 and the projected cash flows and financial performance of the Company for at least twelve months from the date of approval of these financial statements as well as planned cost and cash improvement actions, and believe that the plan for sustained profitability remains on course.
The Board of Directors have taken actions to ensure that appropriate long-term cash resources are in place at the date of signing the accounts to fund the Company's operations.
2.3 Use of estimates and judgements
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with Ind AS requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amount of assets, liabilities, income, expenses and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of these financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses for the years presented. Actual results may differ from the estimates.
Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed at each balance sheet date. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimates are revised and future periods affected.
largely depends on estimations by the management. [refer note 16 (iii) and 38(A)(ii), (iii), (v to ix)]
2.3.3 Property, Plant and Equipment - Useful economic life
Property, plant and equipment represent a significant proportion of the asset base of the Company. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The useful lives and residual values of Company's assets are determined by the management at the time the asset is acquired and reviewed periodically, including at least at each financial year end. (refer note 4)
2.3.4 Variable consideration
The Company offers various discounts/sales incentives to its customers. The amount of such incentives varies based on factors like timing, volume, vehicle model etc. These incentives are recognised as a reduction of revenue and are constrained to an amount that is highly probable not to result in a significant reversal of revenue when the related uncertainties are resolved. The Company estimates the expected incentives on a market-by-market basis, considering factors such as competitor pricing, the ageing of dealer inventory, and local market conditions (refer note 21).
2.4 Revenue recognition
2.4.1 Sale of products - vehicles, spare parts, components and accessories
The Company recognises revenue from product sales at the transaction price, net of any variable consideration, once it has fulfilled its performance obligation. For domestic sales, this occurs when products are dispatched from the factory; for export sales, it is when products leave the port. At this point, control-including risks, rewards, and ownership—is transferred to the customer, collectability of receivables is reasonably assured, and there are no remaining unfulfilled obligations. The transaction price is reduced by discounts and schemes provided as part of the contract (refer Note 2.3.4).
For vehicles which are transported through vehicle transit park, the Company recognises the revenue at a point in time when products are dispatched from the factory. In
such arrangements, the customer obtains control of the vehicles upon dispatch from factories considering that the customer has the ability to direct the goods and obtain substantially all of the economic benefits.
2.4.2 Other operating revenues
2.4.2.1 Income from services
I ncome from engineering services are recognised as the related services are performed. Income from extended warranty is recognised on straight line basis over the period of extended warranty. Income from other services are accounted over the period of rendering of services.
Income from services include certain performance obligations that are satisfied over a period of time.
2.4.2.2 Sale of scrap
Revenue from sale of scrap is measured at the amount of transaction price when the performance obligation is satisfied by transferring control of the scrap which takes place upon dispatch of the aforesaid scrap from the factory.
2.4.2.3 Recovery of freight and service charges
The Company arranges transportation at the time of dispatch of products and invoices it to customers including for service charge and accordingly recognises it as revenue when the performance obligation is satisfied, in accordance to the terms of arrangement.
2.4.2.4 Contract Liabilities
Any amount received in advance in respect of performance obligations that are satisfied over a period of time is recorded as a contract liability and recorded as revenue when such goods and services are rendered to customers.
2.4.2.5 Contract assets
Any amount of income/revenue accrued on the sale of services/products but not billed to customers in respect of such contracts is recorded as a contract asset. Such contract assets are transferred to trade receivables on actual billing to customers.
2.5 Other Income
Income from redemption/maturity of mutual funds and the fair value impact on mark-to-market are recognised upon and/or on the reporting date, as applicable.
Dividend is recognised when the Company’s right to receive the payment is established.
Interest income from a financial asset is recognised using an effective interest method or time-proportion method, based on rates implicit in the transaction.
2.6 Property, plant and equipment
Freehold land is measured at cost and is not depreciated. All other property, plant and equipment are stated at cost of acquisition or construction less accumulated depreciation less accumulated impairment loss, if any. Cost represents direct expenses incurred on acquisition or construction of the assets and the share of indirect expenses directly attributable to construction, allocated in proportion to the direct cost involved.
Such assets are classified to the appropriate categories of property, plant and equipment when completed and ready for intended use.
Subsequent costs are included in the asset's carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. The carrying amount of any component accounted for as a separate asset is derecognised when replaced. Other repairs and maintenance of revenue nature are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss during the reporting period in which they are incurred.
An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to arise from continued use of asset. Any gain or loss arising on the disposal or retirement of an item of property, plant and equipment is determined as the difference between the sales proceeds and the carrying amount of asset and recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss.
Depreciation methods, estimated useful lives and residual value
Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method on a pro-rata basis from the commissioning month in which each asset is ready for intended use to allocate their cost, net of their residual values, over their estimated useful lives.
Estimated useful life of assets are as follows which is based on technical evaluation of the useful lives of the assets:
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Particulars
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Useful Life
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Building
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3-60 years
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Plant and machinery (other than Solar modules and structure and Dies and Jigs)
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8 years
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Solar modules and structure
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25 years
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Dies and jigs
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5 years
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Computers
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3 years
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Furniture and fixtures
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10 years
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Office appliances
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5 years
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Railway Sidings
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15 years
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Vehicles
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2-10 years
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The assets' residual values, estimated useful lives and depreciation method are reviewed at least at each financial year end, with the effect of any changes in estimate accounted for on a prospective basis.
2.7 Intangible assets
2.7.1 Intangible assets acquired separately
Lump sum royalty is the cost incurred for acquiring the technological know-how in relation to products. Lump sum royalty and computer software are stated at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment. Intangible assets are amortised over their respective individual estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis, from the date that they are available for use. Amortisation methods and useful lives are reviewed periodically at least at each financial year end.
2.7.2 Amortisation methods and useful lives
The Company amortises intangible assets with a finite useful life using the straight-line method over the following periods:
Software: 3-5 years Lumpsum royalty: 3-5 years
2.8 Impairment of tangible and intangible assets
At the end of each reporting period, the Company reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).
Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted.
2.9 Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost, determined on the weighted average basis and net realisable value.
The cost of finished goods and work in progress comprises raw materials, direct labour, other direct costs and appropriate proportion of variable and fixed overhead expenditure, the latter being allocated on the basis of normal operating capacity. Cost of inventories also include all other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Costs of purchased inventory are determined after deducting rebates and discounts. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less the estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.
Machinery spares (other than those supplied along with main plant and machinery, which are capitalised and depreciated accordingly) are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on consumption.
2.10 Taxation
2.10.1 Current tax
The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from 'profit before tax' as reported in the Statement of Profit and Loss because of items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and items that are never taxable or deductible. The Company's current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period.
2.10.2 Deferred tax
Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profits. Deferred
tax liabilities are recognised for all taxable temporary differences. Deferred tax assets are recognised for all deductible temporary differences and incurred tax losses to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilised. Such deferred tax assets and liabilities are not recognised if the temporary difference arises from the initial recognition (other than in a business combination) of assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the taxable profit nor the accounting profit.
The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting period and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered.
Deferred tax liabilities and assets are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period in which the liability is settled or the asset realised, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period.
The measurement of deferred tax liabilities and assets reflects the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in which the Company expects, at the end of the reporting period, to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities.
2.10.3 Current and deferred tax for the year
Current and deferred tax are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss, except when they relate to items that are recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case, the income taxes are also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.
2.11 Provisions and contingencies
Provisions: Provisions are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of a past event and it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and there is a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation. Provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash flows at a pre tax rate that reflects current market assessment of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability.
2.13 Employee benefits
2.13.1 Short-term obligations
Liabilities for wages and salaries including non-monetary benefits that are expected to be settled within the operating cycle after the end of the period in which the employees render the related services are recognised in the period in which the related services are rendered and are measured at the undiscounted amount expected to be paid.
2.13.2 Other long-term employee benefit obligations
Liabilities for leave encashment and compensated absences which are not expected to be settled wholly within the operating cycle after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service are measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows using the projected unit credit method. The benefits are discounted using the market yields at the end of the reporting period on Government bonds that have terms approximating to the terms of the related obligation. Remeasurements as a result of experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
2.13.3 Post-employment obligations Defined benefit plans
The Company has defined benefit plans namely gratuity, provident fund and retirement allowance for employees. The gratuity fund and provident fund are recognised by the income tax authorities and are administered through trusts set up by the Company. Any shortfall in the size of the fund maintained by the trust is additionally provided for in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
The liability or asset recognised in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity plans is the present value of the defined benefit obligation at the end of the reporting period less the fair value of plan assets. The defined benefit obligation is calculated annually by actuaries using the projected unit credit method.
The present value of the defined benefit obligation is determined by discounting the estimated future cash outflows by reference to market yields at the end of the reporting period on government bonds that have terms approximating to the terms of the related obligation.
Contingent Liabilities: Contingent liabilities are disclosed when there is a possible obligation arising from past events, the existence of which will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company or a present obligation that arises from past events where it is either not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle or a reliable estimate of the amount cannot be made.
2.12 Business combinations
Acquisitions of subsidiaries and businesses are accounted for using the acquisition method. Acquisition related costs are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as incurred. The acquiree’s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities that meet the conditions for recognition are recognised at their fair value at the acquisition date, except certain assets and liabilities that are required to be measured as per the applicable standard.
Purchase consideration in excess of the Company’s interest in the acquiree’s net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities is recognised as goodwill. Excess of the Company’s interest in the net fair value of the acquiree’s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities over the purchase consideration is recognised, after reassessment of fair value of net assets acquired, in the Capital Reserve.
Common control
A business combination involving entities or businesses under common control is a business combination in which all of the combining entities or businesses are ultimately controlled by the same party or parties both before and after the business combination and the control is not transitory.
Business combinations involving entities under common control are accounted for using the pooling of interests method. The net assets of the transferor entity or business are accounted at their carrying amounts on the date of the acquisition subject to necessary adjustments required to harmonise accounting policies. Any excess or shortfall of the consideration paid over the share capital of transferor entity or business is recognised as capital reserve under equity.
The net interest cost is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net balance of the defined benefit obligation and the fair value of plan assets. This cost is included in employee benefit expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Remeasurement gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are recognised in the reporting period in which they occur, directly in other comprehensive income. They are included in retained earnings in the Statement of Changes in Equity and in the balance sheet.
Changes in the present value of the defined benefit obligation resulting from plan amendments or curtailments are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss as past service cost.
Defined contribution plans
The Company has defined contribution plans for postemployment benefit namely the superannuation fund which is recognised by the income tax authorities. This fund is administered through a trust set up by the Company and the Company’s contribution thereto is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss every year. The Company has no further payment obligations once the contributions have been paid.
The Company also maintains an insurance policy to fund a post-employment medical assistance scheme, which is a defined contribution plan. The Company’s contribution to State Plans namely Employees’ State Insurance Fund and Employees’ Pension Scheme are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss every year.
2.14 Government Grant
The Company is entitled to subsidies from government in respect of certain manufacturing units located in specified regions. Such subsidies are recognised as income when there is a reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with all necessary conditions attached to them. Income from subsidies is recognised on a systematic basis over the periods in which the related costs that are intended to be compensated by such subsidies are recognised.
Income from subsidies are presented on gross basis under Revenue from Operations.
3 Summary of other accounting policies
3.1 Financial instruments
A financial instrument is any contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity. Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.
Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial instruments (other than financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss) are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Subsequently, financial instruments are measured according to the category in which they are classified.
Financial assets
All purchases or sales of financial assets are recognised and derecognised on a trade date basis. Regular way purchases or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.
All recognised financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortised cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets.
Classification of financial assets
Classification of financial assets depends on the nature and purpose of the financial assets and is determined at the time of initial recognition.
The Company classifies its financial assets in the following measurement categories:
• Those to be measured subsequently at fair value (either through other comprehensive income, or through profit or loss), and
• Those measured at amortised cost
The classification depends on the Company’s business model for managing the financial assets and the contractual terms of the cash flows.
A financial asset that meets the following two conditions is measured at amortised cost unless the asset is designated at fair value through profit or loss under the fair value option:
• Business model test: the objective of the Company's business model is to hold the financial asset to collect the contractual cash flows.
• Cash flow characteristic test: the contractual term of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.
A financial asset that meets the following two conditions is measured at fair value through other comprehensive income unless the asset is designated at fair value through profit or loss under the fair value option:
• Business model test: the financial asset is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting cash flows and selling financial assets.
• Cash flow characteristic test: the contractual term of the financial asset gives rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.
All other financial assets are measured at fair value through profit or loss.
Investments in equity instrument at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI)
On initial recognition, the Company can make an irrevocable election (on an instrument by instrument basis) to present the subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income pertaining to investments in equity instrument. This election is not permitted if the equity instrument is held for trading. These elected investments are initially measured at fair value plus transaction costs. Subsequently, they are measured at fair value with gains / losses arising from changes in fair value recognised in other comprehensive income. This cumulative gain or loss is not reclassified to the Statement of Profit and Loss on disposal of the investments.
The Company has equity investments in certain entities which are strategic in nature and are not held for trading. The Company has elected the fair value through other comprehensive income irrevocable option for all such investments. Dividend on these investments are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Equity investment in subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures
I nvestments representing equity interest in subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures are carried at cost less any provision for impairment. Investments are reviewed for impairment if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable.
Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)
Investment in equity instrument are classified at fair value through profit or loss, unless the Company irrevocably elects on initial recognition to present subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income for investments in equity instruments which are not held for trading.
Financial assets that do not meet the amortised cost criteria or fair value through other comprehensive income criteria are measured at fair value through profit or loss. A financial asset that meets the amortised cost criteria or fair value through other comprehensive income criteria may be designated as at fair value through profit or loss upon initial recognition if such designation eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would arise from measuring assets and liabilities or recognising the gains or losses on them on different bases.
Investments in debt based mutual funds are measured at fair value through profit or loss.
Financial assets which are fair valued through profit or loss are measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period, with any gains or losses arising on remeasurement recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Impairment of financial assets
The Company assesses impairment based on expected credit losses (ECL) model to the following:
• financial assets measured at amortised cost
• financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income
Expected credit loss are measured through a loss allowance at an amount equal to:
• the twelve month expected credit losses (expected credit losses that result from those default events on the financial instruments that are possible within twelve months after the reporting date); or
• full life time expected credit losses (expected credit losses that result from all possible default events over the life of the financial instrument).
For trade receivables or any contractual right to receive cash or another financial asset that result from transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 115 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers, the Company always measures the loss allowance at an amount equal to lifetime expected credit losses.
Derecognition of financial assets A financial asset is derecognised only when
• The Company has transferred the rights to receive cash flows from the financial asset or
• Retains the contractual rights to receive the cash flows of the financial asset, but assumes a contractual obligation to pay the cash flows to one or more recipients.
Foreign exchange gains and losses
The fair value of financial assets denominated in a foreign currency is determined in that foreign currency and translated at the exchange rate at the end of each reporting period. For foreign currency denominated financial assets measured at amortised cost or fair value through profit or loss the exchange differences are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss except for those which are designated as hedge instrument in a hedging relationship. Further change in the carrying amount of investments in equity instruments at fair value through other comprehensive income relating to changes in foreign currency rates are recognised in other comprehensive income.
Financial liabilities and equity instruments
Classification of debt or equity
Debt or equity instruments issued by the Company are classified as either financial liabilities or as equity
in accordance with the substance of the contractual arrangements and the definitions of a financial liability and an equity instrument.
Equity instruments
An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting all of its liabilities. Equity instruments issued by the Company are recognised at the proceeds received, net of direct issue costs.
Financial liabilities
All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method or at fair value through profit or loss.
Trade and other payables
Trade and other payables represent liabilities for goods or services provided to the Company prior to the end of financial year which are unpaid.
Foreign exchange gains or losses
For financial liabilities that are denominated in a foreign currency and are measured at amortised cost at the end of each reporting period, the foreign exchange gains and losses are determined based on the amortised cost of the instruments and are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
The fair value of financial liabilities denominated in a foreign currency is determined in that foreign currency and translated at the exchange rate at the end of the reporting period. For financial liabilities that are measured as at fair value through profit or loss, the foreign exchange component forms part of the fair value gains or losses and is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
The Company derecognises financial liabilities when, and only when, the Company's obligations are discharged, cancelled or have expired.
Derivative financial instruments
The Company enters into foreign exchange forward contracts and certain other derivative financial instruments to manage its exposure to foreign exchange rate risks and commodity price risks. Further details of derivative financial instruments are disclosed in note 32.
Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value at the date the derivative contracts are entered into and are subsequently remeasured to their fair value at the end of each reporting period. Derivatives are carried as financial assets when the fair value is positive and as financial liabilities when the fair value is negative. The resulting gain or loss is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately unless the derivative is designated and effective as a hedging instrument which is recognised in other comprehensive income (net of tax) and presented as a separate component of equity which is later reclassified to profit or loss when the hedge item affects profit or loss.
Embedded derivatives
Derivatives embedded in a host contract that is an asset within the scope of Ind AS 109 - Financial Instruments are not separated. Financial assets with embedded derivatives are considered in their entirety when determining whether their cash flows are solely payment of principal and interest.
Derivatives embedded in all other host contract are separated only if the economic characteristics and risks of the embedded derivative are not closely related to the economic characteristics and risks of the host and are measured at fair value through profit or loss. Embedded derivatives closely related to the host contracts are not separated.
Hedge accounting
The Company designates certain hedging instruments, in respect of foreign currency risk, as either fair value hedges or cash flow hedges. Hedges of foreign exchange risk on firm commitments are accounted for as cash flow hedges.
At the inception of the hedge relationship, the entity documents the relationship between the hedging instrument and the hedged item, along with its risk management objectives and its strategy for undertaking various hedge transactions. Furthermore, at the inception of the hedge and on an on-going basis, the Company documents whether the hedging instrument is highly effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash flows of the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk.
Changes in the fair value of these contracts that are designated and effective as hedges of future cash flows
are recognised in other comprehensive income (net of tax) and the ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Amount accumulated in equity are reclassified to the profit or loss in the periods in which the forecasted transaction occurs.
Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated, or exercised, or no longer qualifies for hedge accounting. For forecast transactions, any cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument recognised in other equity is retained there until the forecast transaction occurs.
Offsetting Financial Instruments
Financial assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the balance sheet where there is a legally enforceable right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. The legally enforceable right must not be contingent on future events and must be enforceable in the normal course of business and in the event of default, insolvency or bankruptcy of the Company or the counterparty.
3.2 Borrowings
Borrowings are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. Borrowings are subsequently measured at amortised cost. Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption amount is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss over the period of the borrowings using the effective interest rate method.
Borrowings are removed from the balance sheet when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged, cancelled or expired. The difference between the carrying amount of a financial liability that has been extinguished or transferred to another party and the consideration paid, including any non-cash assets transferred or liabilities assumed, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
3.3 Earnings Per Share
Basic earnings per share has been computed by dividing the net income by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year.
3.4 Cash and cash equivalents
In the Statement of Cash Flows, cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, cheques and drafts in hand, balances with bank and deposits held at call with financial institutions, short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities in the balance sheet and forms part of financing activities in the Statement of Cash Flows. Book overdraft are shown within other financial liabilities in the balance sheet and forms part of operating activities in the Statement of Cash Flows.
3.5 Product warranty expenses
The estimated liability for product warranties are recognised when products are sold or when new warranty programmes are initiated. These estimates are established using historical information on the nature, frequency and average cost of warranty claims and management estimates regarding possible future warranty claims, customer goodwill and recall complaints The timing of outflows will vary depending on when warranty claim will arise, being typically up to 3 years and for batteries in electric vehicles warranty period is up to 8 years. The Company also has back-to-back contractual arrangement with its suppliers in the event that a vehicle fault is proven to be a supplier’s fault.
3.6 Leases
3.6.1 The Company as lessor
Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases.
Rental income from operating leases is recognised on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease.
3.6.2 The Company as lessee
The Company’s lease asset primarily consist of leases for land and buildings. At inception or on reassessment of a contract that contains a lease component, the Company
allocates the consideration in the contract to each lease component on the basis of their relative standalone prices.
Right-of-use assets
Right-of-use asset are depreciated over the shorter of asset's useful life and the lease term on a straight-line basis. Right-of-use assets are tested for impairment whenever there is any indication that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. Impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Lease Liabilities
The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments that are not paid at the commencement date.
The lease payments are discounted using the rate of interest implicit in the lease. If that rate cannot be readily determined, the lessee's incremental borrowing rate is used. The Company applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to its short-term leases (i.e., those leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less from the commencement date and do not contain a purchase option). It also applies the lease of low-value assets recognition exemption to leases that are considered to be low value. Lease payments on short-term leases and leases of low-value assets are recognised as expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
3.7 Current versus non-current classification
The Company presents assets and liabilities in the Standalone Statement of Assets and Liabilities based on current/ non-current classification. An asset is treated as current when it is:
a) Expected to be realised or intended to be sold or consumed in normal operating cycle, or
b) Held primarily for the purpose of trading, or
c) Expected to be realised within twelve months after the financial year, or
d) Cash or cash equivalent unless restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the financial year.
All other assets are classified as non-current assets.
A liability is treated as current when it is:
a) I t is expected to be settled in a normal operating cycle, or
b) It is held primarily for the purpose of trading, or
c) It is due to be settled within twelve months after the financial year, or
d) There is no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the financial year.
All other liabilities are classified as non-current liabilities.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified as noncurrent assets and liabilities.
The operating cycle of an entity is the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realisation in the form of cash or cash equivalents. Where the entity’s normal operating cycle is not clearly identifiable, its duration is assumed to be 12 months.
3.8 Foreign currencies
Functional and presentation currency
I tems included in the financial statements are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (‘the functional currency’). The financial statements are presented in Indian rupee (I), which is the Company’s functional and presentation currency.
Transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the exchange rates at the dates of the transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of such transactions and from the translation of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at year end exchange rates are generally recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. They are deferred in equity if they relate to qualifying cash flow hedges.
b. defined benefit plans - plan assets measured at fair value
2.1.3 New and amended standards adopted by the company
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs vide notification dated 7 May 2025 and 13 August 2025 notified the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2025 and Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Second Amendment Rules, 2025, respectively, which amended certain accounting standards (see below), and are effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 April 2025:
(a) Classification of Liabilities as Current or Noncurrent and Non-current Liabilities with Covenants
- Amendments to Ind AS 1.
The amendments does not have any material impact on its financial statements.
(b) Supplier Finance Arrangements - Amendments to Ind AS 7 and Ind AS 107.
The amendments does not have any material impact on its financial statements.
(c) International Tax Reform - Pillar Two Model Rules -Amendments to Ind AS 12.
The company is not within the scope of the OECD Pillar Two Model Rules, as Pillar Two legislation has not yet been enacted in any of the jurisdictions in which the company operates.
(d) Lack of Exchangeability - Amendments to Ind AS 21
The amended Ind AS 21 have added requirements to help entities to determine whether a currency is exchangeable into another currency, and the spot exchange rate to use where it is not. These amendments did not have any material impact on the amounts recognised in prior periods and are not expected to significantly affect the current or future periods.
(e) New standards or amendments not yet adopted Classification of Liabilities as Current or Noncurrent and Non-current Liabilities with Covenants
- Amendments to Ind AS 1 - This amendment also includes specific provisions that will take effect for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 April 2026, as outlined below.
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