🚫 Avoid
Listed
Computers - Software & Consulting
CSM Technologies Limited IPO
₹146 Cr · Fresh Issue · Computers - Software & Consulting
Price Band
₹107 – ₹113
GMP (Grey Market)
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No GMP data yet
Issue Size
₹146 Cr
Fresh Issue
Market Cap
₹583.12 Cr
At upper band
P/E Ratio
41.4x
P/S: 2.9x
Listing Date
02 Jul 2026
BSE & NSE
IPO Timeline
✓
Opens
24 Jun 2026
✓
Closes
29 Jun 2026
✓
Allotment
30 Jun 2026
✓
Refund
1 Jul 2026
✓
Listing
02 Jul 2026
IPO India Hub: Avoid
Conviction
3/10
The company faces a sharp 8.3% revenue decline over two years despite modest profit growth, signaling operational stress in a competitive software sector. At 1.45× sector midpoint P/E (41.4x vs. 28.5x benchmark), valuation is defensible only for high-margin businesses—but an 8.8% NPM falls well short of the 15% threshold required to justify premium pricing.
Listing Performance
Issue Price
₹113
Allotment price
Listing Price
₹113
+0% on listing day
Current Price (CMP)
₹90.5
-19.9% vs issue
Listed On
02 Jul 2026
BSE & NSE
Our Analysis — Key Points
✓ Strength
Healthy balance sheet and cash generation
Debt-to-equity of 0.46x is conservative, and ROCE of 22.62% demonstrates efficient capital deployment. The company is generating reasonable returns on invested capital, which supports financial stability through the IPO transition.
✓ Strength
Strong promoter commitment post-issue
Promoter holding remains at 71.18% after the IPO, down from 94.9%, indicating continued skin-in-the-game and alignment with minority shareholders. Zero OFS component means no promoter exit, reducing insider-selling risk.
⚠ Risk
Severe two-year revenue contraction
Revenue fell from ₹200.6 Cr (FY-1) to ₹167.1 Cr (FY0), a decline of 16.7% year-on-year. This sharp drop suggests loss of client contracts, pricing pressure, or market share erosion in a highly competitive software consulting space, raising questions about competitive positioning.
⚠ Risk
Thin profit margins limit valuation support
NPM of 8.8% and EBITDA margin of 14.69% are below industry norms for IT consulting firms, which typically sustain 12–18% EBITDA margins. Low margins leave little room for operational leverage or margin expansion, constraining earnings growth potential.
₹ Valuation
Premium valuation without margin justification
At 41.4x P/E (1.45× the 28.5x sector midpoint), the company trades at a 45% premium to sector average. The Subscribe threshold allows 1.5× midpoint only if NPM exceeds 15%; at 8.8%, this company does not qualify, making the valuation unjustified relative to fundamentals.
👁 Watch
Monitor revenue stabilization and client concentration
Investors must track quarterly revenue trends post-listing to confirm whether the FY0 decline was cyclical or structural. Disclosure of top-5 client concentration and contract wins will be critical to assessing sustainability of the business.
Top Analyst Reviews
| Analyst / Firm | Rating | Known For | Review |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPO India Hub Our independent review |
Original analysis based on DRHP & public financials | This page | |
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Company Snapshot
Revenue
₹199.24 Cr
Net Profit
₹14.09 Cr
Industry
Computers - Software & Consulting
Issue Type
Fresh Issue
Promoters
PRIYADARSHI PANY AND LAGNA PANDA
Lead Managers
Keynote Financial Services
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Avoid. The company faces a sharp 8.3% revenue decline over two years despite modest profit growth, signaling operational stress in a competitive software sector. At 1.45× sector midpoint P/E (41.4x vs. 28.5x benchmark), valuation is defensible only for high-margin businesses—but an 8.8% NPM falls well short of the 15% threshold required to justify premium pricing.
GMP data is not yet available for this IPO. Check our GMP Live page for the latest updates closer to the listing date.
Lot size details will be updated when the DRHP is filed. The price band is ₹107 – ₹113.
The IPO opens on 24 Jun 2026. It closes on 29 Jun 2026. Allotment is expected on 30 Jun 2026. Refunds initiate on 1 Jul 2026. Listing on BSE and NSE is on 02 Jul 2026.
The lead managers for the IPO are Keynote Financial Services. Check the SEBI filing for the registrar details.
The IPO listed on 02 Jul 2026 at ₹113 against an issue price of ₹113 (+0% on listing day). The current market price (CMP) is approximately ₹90.5 (+-19.9% vs issue).
Our analysis recommends <strong>Avoid</strong>. We suggest skipping this IPO before the issue closes on 29 Jun 2026. The company faces a sharp 8.3% revenue decline over two years despite modest profit growth, signaling operational stress in a competitive software sector. At 1.45× sector midpoint P/E (41.4x vs. 28.5x benchmark), valuation is defensible only for high-margin businesses—but an 8.8% NPM falls well short of the 15% threshold required to justify premium pricing.
Our analysis recommends <strong>Avoid</strong>. We suggest skipping this IPO before the issue closes on 29 Jun 2026. The IPO is priced at a P/E of 41.4x. Market cap at issue price is ₹583.12 Cr. As with all IPOs, please read the DRHP and assess your own risk tolerance before investing.
You can apply via UPI through your broker's trading app (Zerodha, Upstox, Fyers, etc.) or via ASBA through your net banking portal. The issue closes on 29 Jun 2026, so apply before that date. Step 1: Log in to your broker or bank app. Step 2: Go to IPO section and search for 'CSM Technologies Limited'. Step 3: Enter the number of lots and UPI ID. Step 4: Accept the mandate on your UPI app.
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