Top 7 Anti-Drone Stocks In India To Watch In 2026

The deployment of drones in war has risen dramatically over the last couple of years. In fact, they have been utilised for monitoring, border activities and airstrikes in various parts of the globe.

With that, demand for systems that can detect or block drones has also gone up. Several Indian companies are now working on technologies linked to radar, electronic defence, and counter-drone systems.

Top Anti-Drone Companies In India

Here are the top seven companies in India that are investing in anti-drone technology:

1. Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M)

The Mahindra Group has a presence in defence mobility, surveillance, and aerospace systems through its defence business.

The company works on armoured vehicles, military logistics platforms, and defence solutions for the armed forces.

As of 7 May 2026, at 11 AM, the company’s market cap stood at around ₹417,278 crore. The M&M share price hovered at ₹3,356.50 during the same time.

2. Bharat Electronics Limited

BEL is one of India’s largest defence electronics manufacturers and supplies radar systems, communication equipment, electronic warfare systems, and counter-drone solutions.

The company has created domestic anti-drone systems for military and security use.

As of 7 May 2026, at 11 AM, the company’s market cap stood at around ₹318,779 crore. The BEL share price hovered at ₹436.10 during the same time.

3. Adani Defence & Aerospace

Adani Defence has operations in aerospace, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems, ammunition, surveillance technology, and homeland security.

Besides, the company has broadened its scope into drone and counter-drone technologies by forming partnerships and launching manufacturing projects.

As of 7 May 2026, at 11 AM, the market capitalisation of the parent company, Adani Enterprises, stood at around ₹329,262 crore. The stock price hovered at ₹2,530 during the same time.

4. Zen Technologies

Zen Technologies develops military training simulators, combat training systems, and anti-drone technologies. The company is known for its drone detection and jamming systems used in defence applications.

As of 7 May 2026, at 11 AM, the company’s market cap stood at ₹14,572 crore. The Zen Technologies share price hovered around ₹1,613.10 during the same time.

5.Paras Defence and Space Technologies

Paras Defence works in defence optics, space engineering, electromagnetic pulse (EMP) protection systems, and surveillance technologies. The company has also expanded into anti-drone and drone detection systems through its defence electronics business.

As of 7 May 2026, at 11 AM, the company’s market cap stood at ₹6,942 crore. The Paras Defence and Space Technologies share price hovered around ₹861.35 during the same time.

6. RattanIndia Enterprises

RattanIndia has entered the drone segment through investments in drone manufacturing and technology platforms.

The company is focusing on drone-led logistics, industrial applications, and emerging aviation technologies.

As of 7 May 2026, at 11 AM, RattanIndia Enterprises’s market cap stood at ₹5,287 crore. The RattanIndia Enterprises share price hovered around ₹38.21 during the same time.

7. Indrajaal

Indrajaal is an anti-drone security system that can identify and eliminate aerial threats. It is through a combination of artificial intelligence (AI), radar, and electronic warfare that the platform is able to secure sensitive areas and key infrastructures.

The system has been positioned for military installations, airports, and strategic facilities.

It represents India’s growing push towards locally developed counter-drone technology.

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Final Take

Anti-drone systems are becoming an important part of defence planning as drone-based threats continue to rise globally.

For investors, companies involved in defence electronics, surveillance systems, and counter-drone technologies could remain in focus as India increases spending on indigenous defence manufacturing and border security.

Sources:

Financial Express

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