Since 1967
Pioneers in graphite electrode manufacturing in India, delivering precision-engineered graphite and carbon solutions to industries worldwide.
Pioneers In Manufacturing
Of Carbon & Graphite
Products In India
Graphite India Limited is a pioneer in carbon and graphite products in India. Established in the 1960s, the Company began with graphite electrodes as its core product and has since expanded into specialized applications of carbon and graphite.
By leveraging its core competencies and economies of scale, the Company continues to enhance its production capacity in a cost-efficient manner. Supported by strong global partnerships and strategically located manufacturing facilities near key markets and seaports, the Company ensures reliable and timely delivery to its customers. Over the years, Graphite India Limited has established itself as a reputed and trusted brand in the global market.
The corporate philosophy of the Company emphasizes consistent quality in products and services across all divisions, resulting in a strong and credible track record in the industry.
Ethics
The Company adheres to the highest ethical standards and complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Robust policies and governance practices ensure responsible operations and ethical conduct across all areas of business.
Integrity
Business operations are conducted on the principles of fairness and transparency. The Company prioritizes safety and continuously works to maintain and improve workplace conditions while safeguarding the interests of all stakeholders.
Growth
The Company focuses on continuous learning and capability enhancement to remain aligned with evolving industry developments. It is committed to innovation, technological advancement, and the development of new solutions.
Built for the Future
To be a preferred and trusted global supplier of customized graphite solutions, delivering high-quality products for applications across ferrous, non-ferrous, and process industries worldwide.
The Company aims to build long-term partnerships by understanding customer requirements, operational challenges, and evolving industry needs.
Through continuous research, innovation, and technological advancement, the Company seeks to develop solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Its approach is guided by responsible manufacturing practices, strong governance, and ethical conduct, ensuring long-term value creation for customers, employees, and communities.
With a focus on operational excellence, cost optimization, and strategic growth, the Company remains committed to enhancing shareholder value while contributing to industrial development and sustainability.
Fueling Technical, Environmental, Economic &
Human Advancement
The Company has a team of experienced professionals and application specialists with extensive expertise in carbon and graphite technologies. This collective experience enables the Company to effectively address diverse application requirements.
Customer orientation is embedded in operational processes and service delivery, enabling Graphite India Limited to establish a strong presence in competitive global markets.
Worldwide Marketing Collaborations
The Company pursues product and technology collaborations with global partners to identify new business opportunities and innovative applications.
Increased Proportion Of Value-added Products
Focus on expanding the portfolio of value-added products and application-based solutions to enhance profitability and margins.
Low-cost Capacity Expansion
Leverages core competencies and economies of scale to expand production capacity in a cost-efficient manner.
Economical Manufacturing Cost
Focus on optimizing manufacturing costs through a combination of innovation, process efficiency, and operational expertise.
Wide Product Range
Offers a comprehensive range of carbon and graphite products catering to diverse industries and applications.
Efficient Deliveries
Ensures timely delivery through strong global partnerships and proximity of manufacturing facilities to key ports and markets.
Serving Global Markets
The Company's strategic business units are supported by strong connectivity to major ports, enabling efficient access to global markets and seamless coordination with international trade partners.
Our Facilities
- Electrode - Durgapur, Nashik, Nuremberg(Germany)
- Specialty - Nuremberg(Germany), Nashik
- Coke & Paste - Barauni
- Impervious Graphite Equipment - (IGE, Nashik)
- GPP - Nashik
- Power - Chunchunkatte
- Porous Steel Division - Titagarh
Corporate Milestones
1962Predecessor company erstwhile Graphite India Ltd. (GIL) formed by Bangur family and Great Lakes Carbon Corp. (USA).
1967Durgapur plant started production with 5K MT.
1971Fully integrated plant established in Bangalore.
1974Promoted Carbon Corp Ltd with horizontal transfer of technology to manufacture graphite electrodes in Nasik.
1984Production started in Graphite Vicarb India Ltd. (GVIL) of IGE and GRP division.
1994Backward integration through acquisition of two CPC manufacturing units in Barauni 30K MT. Amalgamation of GVIL with Carbon Corporation Ltd. Carbon Corporation Ltd. name changed to Carbon Everflow Limited (CEL).
1999Carbon Paste Production started at Barauni with 10K MT.
2000Merger of two leading graphite electrode players in India. Erstwhile GIL merged with CEL and name changed to GIL.
2004Expanded Durgapur plant from 14K to 34K MT pa (78K MT group capacity). Acquired 18K MT facility in Nurnberg, Germany from Conradty.
2009Powmex Steel, an undertaking of GKW Limited, merged — adding 6,000 MT pa capacity.
2013Further expanded Durgapur plant from 34K to 54K MT pa, taking group capacity to 98K MT pa.
2018Graphite India made investment in General Graphene Corporation.
2019Permanent closure of Bengaluru Plant (13K MT).
2023Expanded Durgapur Plant from 54K to 67K MT. Sale of Bengaluru Land. Closure of German Electrode Plant. Investment in Godi India.
2024Installed solar power plant of 13.8 MWp and wind power plant of 18.9 MW.
2025Announced 25,000 TPA expansion plan. MOU with Govt. of Maharashtra for synthetic graphite anode material and allied projects.
Management Team
K K Bangur
Chairman
A Dixit
Executive Director
B Shiva
Senior VP (Legal)
N S Deshpande
Senior VP (Technical)
B K P Sinha
Senior VP (Marketing)
M K Chhajer
Senior VP (Finance)
Awards & Recognition
EEPC India (Eastern Region) Award for Export Excellence
Awarded consecutively for 6 years in a row, from 2006 onwards.
TATA STEEL - Vendor Meet 2011
Best Vendor Award (Delivery Compliance Large Enterprise).
CAPEXIL Award
Top Export Award for export of carbon graphite electrodes and specialties.
EEPC India Export Excellence Award
Recognized for outstanding contribution to engineering exports.
ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Quality Management System Certification for all manufacturing units.
Get in Touch
We would love to hear from you. Whether you have a question about our products, services, or anything else, our team is ready to answer.
+91-33-40029600
31 Chowringhee Road, Kolkata 700016
