In a significant milestone for Indian startups, global travel tech firm Oyo posted a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 623 crore in FY25, making it the most profitable Indian startup. Founder Ritesh Agarwal shared this achievement during a recent townhall, as per internal communications accessed by sources.
Profit and EBITDA Show Robust Growth
Oyo’s PAT in FY25 grew 172% from Rs 229 crore in FY24. The company also recorded an adjusted EBITDA of Rs 1,132 crore — a 27% increase from the previous year. This marks its tenth consecutive quarter of EBITDA-level profitability, indicating strong financial discipline and business resilience.
Soaring Earnings Per Share and Revenue Surge
Earnings per share (EPS) surged to Rs 0.93 in FY25 from Rs 0.36 in FY24, reflecting a 158% jump. Revenue for the fiscal stood at Rs 6,463 crore, up 20% year-on-year. A major driver was Oyo’s focus on premium properties, especially its Company-Serviced Portfolio which includes Townhouse Hotels and the Sunday Hotel chain, backed by SoftBank and Oravel.
Q4 FY25 Performance Outshines Previous Years
In the fourth quarter alone, Oyo’s Gross Booking Value (GBV) hit Rs 6,379 crore — up a massive 126% compared to Q4 FY24. Q4 revenue touched Rs 1,872 crore, marking a 41% increase, while adjusted EBITDA reached Rs 442 crore, up 61% year-on-year.
Global Expansion and Premium Offerings Fuel Growth
Oyo has aggressively scaled its premium offerings, launching over 30 Sunday Hotels in the last year across India, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Southeast Asia. Its global footprint now spans around 22,700 hotels and 1,19,900 homes, along with 91,300 listings on its platform.
Conclusion
Oyo’s strong financials in FY25 signal a robust comeback and smart strategic execution. With consistent profitability, rapid global expansion, and premium positioning, Oyo has redefined what success looks like for Indian startups in the travel and hospitality space.
