IRFC Share Price | Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited (IRFC) is the principal financial institution for the development of Indian Railways. Established in 1986, this public sector undertaking has raised loans worth thousands of crores of rupees for railway infrastructure. IRFC’s shares were listed on the NSE and BSE in 2021, and since then they have become popular among investors in the railway sector.
According to the latest data up to 7 December 2025, a stability in IRFC’s share prices is observed, with a slight decline. In this article, we will undertake an in-depth study of the prices on the NSE and BSE, historical performance, broker analysts’ opinions, and target prices.
Current share price data of IRFC (NSE and BSE)
According to the pre-open data available on the morning of 7 December 2025 (around 7:01 AM), the share price of IRFC is ₹114. However, based on the closing prices of the latest trading day (5 December 2025), the price on both NSE and BSE is ₹114.60, which is down 0.22% from the previous closing price. As the market was closed on 6 December and complete data for 7 December is not yet available, we are providing information based on the data of 5 December.
Data on NSE (5 December 2025):
- Open: ₹115.19
- High: ₹115.19
- Low: ₹113.75
- Close: ₹114.60 (-0.25, -0.22%)
- Volume: 5.064 million shares
- Previous close: ₹114.85
BSE Data (5 December 2025):
- Open: ₹115.10
- High: ₹115.10
- Low: ₹113.65
- Close: ₹114.60 (-0.25, -0.22%)
- Volume: 7.27 lakh shares
- Previous Close: ₹114.85
Other important metrics:
- Market Cap: ₹1,49,765 crore
- P/E Ratio (TTM): 21.91
- 52-week High/Low: ₹166.90 / ₹108.04
- (NSE); ₹166.85 / ₹108.05 (BSE)
According to this data, IRFC shares have fallen by approximately 31% from their 52-week high over the past year, due to volatility in the railway sector.
Historical performance and trends
IRFC shares surged rapidly after their listing in 2021, yielding a 203% return in 2023. However, due to market volatility in 2024-25 (inflation, interest rate hikes, and changes in the railway budget), the price fell by up to 50%.
Update on the opinions and target prices of Dalal Street analysts
Analysts on Dalal Street recommend IRFC for long-term investment, particularly due to government investment in the railway sector. However, there is a mixed opinion due to short-term volatility.
- Bonanza Portfolio (Kunal Kamble, Senior Technical Research Analyst, November 2025): IRFC is trading in a tight range of ₹120-130. Buy recommended on breakout, target ₹138. Stop loss ₹115.
- Economic Times (August 2025 update): Although shares have fallen 50% from their peak, there is a possibility of buying if they stabilise at ₹130. Target ₹138, next ₹150.
- Mint and other brokers (April-November 2025): IRFC is good for conservative investors, whereas RVNL is for risk-takers. Average target ₹175-180 (short term), stop loss ₹132.
- Investing.com (December 2025 Consensus): According to one analyst’s forecast, the average 12-month target is ₹60 (low, based on old data), but the majority opinion is in the range of ₹110-150.
- Trendline and Wallet Investor (2025 Forecast): Bullish sentiment, target between ₹80 and ₹215. ₹111.132 in 14 days.
Overall, 70% of analysts are recommending ‘buy’, as an investment of ₹2.5 lakh crore is expected in the railway budget 2025-26. However, caution is advised due to interest rates and the global recession.
The price of IRFC depends on the policies of the Ministry of Railways. In 2025:
- Positive: ₹2.40 lakh crore budget for railway infrastructure, dedicated freight corridor project.
- Negative: Despite a doubling of profits in Q1, shares fell by 50% due to telephone marketing and increased debt.
- Future: The target could be ₹150+ by 2026 if the RBI lowers interest rates.
Conclusion
As of 7 December 2025, IRFC shares are stable around ₹114.60, which is attractive for long-term investors. Although the sentiment on Dalal Street is positive, be aware of short-term risks. Seek professional advice before investing. For more updates, check Moneycontrol or the NSE website.
