UltraTech Sets 240 MT Capacity and Rs 1,400 EBITDA per Tonne Targets
UltraTech Cement is targeting a production capacity of 240 million tonnes (MT) and an EBITDA of Rs 1,400 per tonne, as reported by Sahi on 21 October 2026. No further details on timelines, project locations or capital expenditure breakdown were available from the source at the time of publication.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | UltraTech Cement |
| Capacity Target | 240 MT |
| EBITDA Target | Rs 1,400 per tonne |
| Reported By | Sahi |
| Report Date | 21 October 2026 |
Sector Context: 1,043 Cement Projects Tracked Across India
Projects India tracks 1,043 live projects in the Cement and Asbestos sub-sector, with 11 added in the last 90 days. The pipeline reflects sustained investment activity across the country, with the largest concentrations in Andhra Pradesh (144 projects), Rajasthan (113), Madhya Pradesh (103), Karnataka (81), Gujarat (73) and Uttar Pradesh (61).
The stage breakdown of tracked projects underlines where activity is concentrated: 449 projects are currently Under Approvals, 207 are Completed, 138 are in active Construction, 81 are on Hold, 78 are in Planning and 49 have received Approvals and are awaiting the next step. The high volume of projects under approvals indicates a substantial forward pipeline that suppliers and contractors should monitor closely.
Recent Cement Project Activity: Notable Entries
Several significant projects have recently entered the tracked pipeline. JK Lakshmi Cement Limited is promoting a new cement plant at Umrangso, Assam, valued at Rs 11,000 crore, currently under approvals. My Home Industries Private Limited is pursuing a Rs 2,597 crore cement plant at Gamalapadu, Palnadu, Andhra Pradesh, also under approvals.
On the construction side, The Shyam Sel and Power Limited has started construction on a Rs 1,661 crore cement grinding unit at Paschim Barddhaman, West Bengal. A Rs 57 crore cement plant at Hobli, Koppal, Karnataka, promoted by Tungabhadra Ethanol Private Limited, has also entered the construction stage. Ambuja Cements Limited's Rs 1,000 crore grinding unit at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, remains on hold, as does a Rs 531 crore limestone and clinker plant in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, promoted by Feegrade and Company Private Limited.
For a broader view of activity across India's industrial projects sector, Projects India's sector overview provides a comprehensive picture of current pipeline and stage distribution.
UltraTech's Green Energy Trajectory
UltraTech Cement has been active on the energy front as well. The company recently crossed 2 GW of captive green energy capacity, a development that signals the company's broader operational and cost-efficiency ambitions alongside its capacity growth targets.
What this means for suppliers and contractors
UltraTech Cement's stated targets of 240 MT capacity and Rs 1,400 EBITDA per tonne point to a continued programme of capital investment in grinding, clinker and integrated plant capacity. Equipment manufacturers, civil contractors and specialist materials suppliers should note that with 449 cement and asbestos projects currently under approvals nationally, there is a significant volume of work expected to move into the tendering and construction phases in the near term.
Geographically, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh collectively account for 360 of the 1,043 tracked projects, making these states priority markets for suppliers seeking early engagement. Contractors active in Karnataka, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh will also find a substantial project density in those states.
With 138 projects currently in active construction and 49 having received approvals, near-term procurement and subcontracting opportunities are already live across the sub-sector. Suppliers are advised to track project stages actively to identify conversion points from approvals to construction. All tracked projects are available here for detailed review.
Frequently asked questions
What capacity is UltraTech Cement targeting?
UltraTech Cement is targeting a production capacity of 240 million tonnes, alongside an EBITDA target of Rs 1,400 per tonne, as reported by Sahi on 21 October 2026. No further breakdown of project locations or timelines was available from the source.
How many cement projects are currently tracked in India?
Projects India tracks 1,043 live projects in the Cement and Asbestos sub-sector. Of these, 449 are under approvals, 138 are in active construction and 207 are completed, with Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh hosting the largest concentrations.
Which states have the most cement projects in India?
Based on Projects India data, Andhra Pradesh leads with 144 tracked cement and asbestos projects, followed by Rajasthan with 113, Madhya Pradesh with 103, Karnataka with 81, Gujarat with 73 and Uttar Pradesh with 61.
