Coal India’s (CIL) Q1FY24 EPS of INR 12.9 was 24% and 21% ahead of our and consensus’ estimates, respectively. Key points: 1) FSA realisation was aided by higher supplies to non-regulated sector (NRS); 2) e-auction premium over FSA prices was 144%; and 3) provision of INR 8bn towards wage revision was recognised in Q1FY24.