Submission of Annual Report for the Financial Year 2025-26, including notice of 15th Annual General Meeting

September 03, 2026 BSE Limited National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. (Corporate Relationship Department), (Listing & Corporate Communications), 1st Floor, P.J. Towers, Exchange Plaza, Plot no. C/1, G Block, Dalal Street, Fort, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (E), Mumbai – 400001 Mumbai - 400 051 Fax No.: 022-22723719 / 22723121 / 22722039 Fax No: (022) 26598237 / 38 E-mail: corp.compliance@bseindia.com E-mail: cc_nse@nse.co.in Scrip Code: 538961 Symbol: GENUSPAPER Sub: Submission of Annual Report for the Financial Year 2025-26, including notice of 15th Annual General Meeting Re: Disclosure under Regulation 34 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 Dear Sir/Madam, In terms of Regulation 34 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, we hereby submit a copy of the Annual Report of the Company for the Financial Year 2025-26, including Notice of 15th Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) of the members of the Company, scheduled to be held on Friday, 25th Day of September, 2026 at 03:00 P.M. through Video Conferencing (“VC”)/Other Audio Visual Means (“OAVM”). The same is also available on the website of the Company at www.genuspaper.com. You are requested to kindly take the above information on your record and oblige. Thanking you, Yours truly For Genus Paper & Boards Limited Kunal Nayar Company Secretary Encl: A/a Rooted in Sustainability. Driven by Innovation. Creating Value for All. Genus Paper & Boards Limited Delivering Sustainable Paper Solutions. Creating a Better Tomorrow. Annual Report 2025-26 Sustainability at our Core Innovation that Creates Value People Our Strength Performance with Purpose www.genuspaper.com Energizing Lives. Enriching Future. GENUS PAPER & BOARDS LIMITED PAGE | 01 ANNUAL REPORT 2025-26 GENUS PAPER & BOARDS LIMITED Introduc on- Genus Paper & Boards Limited ! We, at Genus Paper & Boards Limited (also mentioned as Genus Paper or the Company) equipped with five state of the art paper machines, have grown over the years. Our growth with largely revolving around our key products – the Kraft Paper, Duplex Board and other specialty papers which is expected to witness a robust demand over the next few years, largely from the FMCG,Pharmaceutical, Consumer Durable Products and E-commerce sectors. Our Production units make premium quality packaging paper from recovered as well as virgin fiber through sustainable forces. WE ARE IMMENSELY DETERMINED TO CATER TO THIS DEMAND AND CREATE OUR SUCCESS STORY, AGAIN. 940 883 15 80 Crores Crores Crores Revenues PAT in EBITDA Employees as in 2025-26 2025-26 in 2025-26 on 31st March, 2026 *EBITDA: Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation PAT: Profi t After Tax PAGE | 01 ANNUAL REPORT 2025-26 CORPORATE OVERVIEW | 01-08 ANNUAL REPORT 2025-26 PAGE | 02 GENUS PAPER & BOARDS LIMITED PAGE | 03 ANNUAL REPORT 2025-26 CORPORATE OVERVIEW | 01-08 ANNUAL REPORT 2025-26 PAGE | 04 GENUS PAPER & BOARDS LIMITED CORPORATE OVERVIEW | 01-08 OUR PRESENCE Moradabad & Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh Unit-1 GENUS PAPER & BOARDS LIMITED Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India Unit-2 GENUS PAPER & BOARDS LIMITED Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India ANNUAL REPORT 2025-26 PAGE | 06 GENUS PAPER & BOARDS LIMITED CHAIRMAN'S MESSAGE OUR PRESENCE “The speed of your success is limited Moradabad & Muzaffarnagar, only by your dedication and what you're Uttar Pradesh willing to sacrice”. Dear Shareholders, It is my honour and privilege to present before you the performance of Genus Paper & Boards Limited for the Financial Year 2025–26. The year under review has been marked by some extraordinary turbulence in the global economy. In spite of this situation, we have continued on the path of innovation, growth and excellence with true spirit. Resilience Innovation Growth Sustainability It is my honour and privilege to present before you the performance of Genus Paper & Boards Limited for the Financial Year 2025–26. The year under review has been marked by some extraordinary turbulence in the global economy. In spite of this situation, we have continued on the path of innovation, growth and excellence with true spirit. The Paper Industry in India is experiencing a shift toward value added products and specialized solutions. Companies are increasingly investing in research and development to create innovative packaging solutions that address specific industry needs while maintaining environmental sustainability. This evolution is supported by automated manufacturing processes and quality ISHWAR CHAND AGARWAL control systems, enabling producers to meet international standards while maintaining cost-effectiveness and environmental responsibility. Packaging paper materials are becoming increasingly popular due to their eco-friendly properties and ability to be easily recycled and reused. This trend is particularly visible in the food and beverage industry, where manufacturers are setting ambitious targets to reduce plastic usage in favor of paper-based alternatives. The industry's commitment to sustainability is reflected in the development of innovative solutions, which combine environmental responsibility with functional efficiency in protecting and preserving product quality. Unit-1 The India paper and paperboard packaging market size is expected to grow from USD 13.72 billion in 2025 to USD 14.54 billion in 2026 and is GENUS PAPER & BOARDS LIMITED forecast to reach USD 19.57 billion by 2031 at a 6.13% CAGR over 2026-2031. The Indian paper and packaging industry witnessed significant Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India transformation driven by changing consumer preferences and technological advancements. Technological innovation and product development have become major strategies for industry players seeking competitive advantages. The India paper packaging market is set for steady growth over the forecast period, driven by the expansion of e-commerce, restrictions on single- use plastics, and increasing FMCG volumes boosting demand for lightweight, recyclable materials. Advances in sustainable substrates and digital printing technologies are expected to improve product variety and efficiency across the supply chain, supporting innovation while meeting evolving environmental and consumer requirements in packaging. We, at Genus, are committed to upgrade our technologies and continue innovation to be ahead of our competitors as we strongly believe that in order to stay ahead of the curve requires sustained investment in technology and operational excellence. Our both manufacturing units situated at Moradabad and Muzaffarnagar continue to utilize high-grade virgin pulp and premium recycled paper, ensuring consistent quality across our offerings. About 50% of the global paper demand is in Asia, out of which India is the fastest growing market in the world expected to grow at about 4% to 5% compound till at least 2030. According to various studies, the consumption of paper and board in India is expected to grow to over 35 million tons by 2035 from approximately 22 million tons presently. Now there are several drivers for growth of the Indian paper industry. Greater emphasis on education and literacy by the government coupled with the growth in business and commerce and demand for better quality paper by environmentally conscious consumers are the major drivers in the writing and printing segment. According to the sources, paper consumption in India will likely to reach 30 million tonnes by March 2027. There is growing demand from sectors such as FMCG and retail for innovative packaging solutions as they reduce dependency on plastics. Performance in FY 25-26 Your Company has generated annual revenue of Rs. 939.96 Crores in FY26 against FY25 revenue of Rs. 849.14 Crores. The EBIDTA (Earnings before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortization) stood at Rs. 79.61 Crores (Previous Year Rs. 69.72 Crores) and PAT (Profit after Tax) stood at Rs. 14.58 Crores (Previous [Showing first 8,000 characters — download PDF for full document]