Dachepalli Publishers Ltd IPO
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Category-wise Subscription
| Category | Sub (x) | Offered | Bid For | Amt (Cr)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QIB | — | 1,878,000 (47%) | — | ₹1,916 Cr |
| NII (HNI) | — | 565,200 (14%) | — | ₹577 Cr |
| Retail | — | 1,317,600 (33%) | — | ₹1,344 Cr |
| Market Maker | — | 199,200 (5%) | — | ₹20 Cr |
| Σ Total | — | 3,960,000 (100%) | — | ₹40,392 Cr |
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Issue Details
Minimum Investment (Lot-wise)
| Category | Lots | Shares | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Min) | 1 | 1,200 | ₹122,400 |
| Retail (Max) | 13 | 15,600 | ₹1,591,200 |
| S-HNI (Min) | 14 | 16,800 | ₹1,713,600 |
| B-HNI (Min) | 67 | 80,400 | ₹8,200,800 |
Financial Statements Amount in ₹ Crore
| Metric | 30 Sep 2025 | 31 Mar 2025 | 31 Mar 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 40 | 64 | 51 |
| EBITDA | 12 | 13 | 7 |
| Profit After Tax | 8 | 8 | 3 |
| Net Worth | 35 | 27 | 20 |
| Total Assets | 101 | 104 | 93 |
| Reserves & Surplus | 24 | 16 | 14 |
| Total Borrowing | 41 | 44 | 41 |
Valuation & Key Ratios
Grey Market Premium (GMP)
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Objects of the Issue
- To part finance the requirement of Working Capital – 25.00
- Repayment of certain borrowing availed by our Company, in part or full – 6.00
- To meet General corporate purposes –
Company Overview
Dachepalli Publishers Limited is a company engaged in the publishing industry in India. The company primarily focuses on the publication of educational content, including textbooks, reference books, and other academic materials catering to various school and college-level curricula. Their offerings are designed to support learning across multiple subjects and educational boards.
Dachepalli Publishers aims to deliver high-quality, affordable, and curriculum-aligned educational materials. With a growing presence in both digital and print formats, the company seeks to leverage technology to expand its reach among students, teachers, and educational institutions.
As of 2025, the company's portfolio has over 600 titles under six prominent brands; Apple Book, Orange Leaf Publishers, Pelican Publishing House, Sangam Publishing House, and School Book Company.
The company operates across 10 states and union territories in India. Its distribution network includes 300 distributors and dealers. In fiscal 2025, the company has sold over 4 million books.
Competitive Strengths
- Legacy of trust and longstanding industry presence
- Integrating technology with NEP 2020 and NCF Framework
- Consumer-centric educational content
- Strong market position in the K–12 education segment
- Established network for content development and in-House printing
- Extensive sales and distribution network
- Experienced management and leadership team