About
Dachepalli Publishers IPO is a book build issue of ₹40.39 crores. The issue is entirely a fresh issue of 0.40 crore shares of ₹40.39 crore.
Dachepalli Publishers IPO bidding started from Dec 22, 2025 and ended on Dec 24, 2025. The allotment for Dachepalli Publishers IPO was finalized on Dec 26, 2025. The shares got listed on BSE SME on Dec 30, 2025.
Dachepalli Publishers IPO price band is set at ₹102 per share. The lot size for an application is 1,200. The minimum amount of investment required by an individual investor (retail) is ₹2,44,800 (2,400 shares) (based on upper price). The minimum lot size for investment in HNI is 3 lots (3,600 shares), amounting to ₹3,67,200.
Synfinx Capital Pvt.Ltd. is the book running lead manager and Bigshare Services Pvt.Ltd. is the registrar of the issue. The Market Maker of the company is JSK Securities & Services Pvt.Ltd..
Refer to Dachepalli Publishers IPO RHP for detailed Information.
IPO Stock Quote & Charts
IPO Open
Mon, Dec 22, 2025
IPO Close
Wed, Dec 24, 2025
Issue Price
₹102 per share
Market Cap (Pre-IPO)
₹152.76 Cr
IPO Details
| IPO Date | 22 to 24 Dec, 2025 |
| Listed on | Tue, Dec 30, 2025 |
| Face Value | ₹10 per share |
| Price Band | ₹100 to ₹102 |
| Issue Price | ₹102 per share |
| Lot Size | 1,200 Shares |
| Sale Type | Fresh Capital |
| Issue Type | Bookbuilding IPO |
| Listing At | BSE SME |
| Total Issue Size | 39,60,000 shares (agg. up to ₹40 Cr) |
| Reserved for Market Maker | 1,99,200 shares (agg. up to ₹2 Cr) JSK Securities & Services Pvt.Ltd. |
| Net Offered to Public | 37,60,800 shares (agg. up to ₹38 Cr) |
| Share Holding Pre Issue | 1,10,16,000 shares |
| Share Holding Post Issue | 1,49,76,000 shares |
| BSE Script Code | 544667 |
| ISIN | INE1F9M01018 |
IPO Timetable
- IPO OpenMon, Dec 22, 2025
- IPO CloseWed, Dec 24, 2025
- AllotmentFri, Dec 26, 2025
- RefundMon, Dec 29, 2025
- Credit of SharesMon, Dec 29, 2025
- ListingTue, Dec 30, 2025
IPO Reservation
Dachepalli Publishers IPO offers total 39,60,000 shares. Out of which 18,78,000 (47.42%) allocated to QIB, 7,52,400 (19.00%) allocated to QIB (Ex- Anchor), 5,65,200 (14.27%) allocated to
NII
13,17,600 (33.27%) allocated to RII and 11,25,600 (28.42%) allocated to Anchor investors.
| Investor Category | Shares Offered |
|---|---|
| Market Maker Shares Offered | 1,99,200 (5.03%) |
| QIB Shares Offered | 18,78,000 (47.42%) |
| − Anchor Investor Shares Offered | 11,25,600 (28.42%) |
| − QIB (Ex. Anchor) Shares Offered | 7,52,400 (19.00%) |
| NII (HNI) Shares Offered | 5,65,200 (14.27%) |
| − bNII > ₹10L | 3,76,800 (9.52%) |
| − sNII < ₹10L | 1,88,400 (4.76%) |
| Retail Shares Offered | 13,17,600 (33.27%) |
| Total Shares Offered | 39,60,000 (100.00%) |
IPO Lot Size
Investors can bid for a minimum of 2,400 shares and in multiples of 1,200 shares thereof.
| Application | Lots | Shares | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual investors (Retail) (Min) | 2 | 2,400 | ₹2,44,800 |
| Individual investors (Retail) (Max) | 2 | 2,400 | ₹2,44,800 |
| S-HNI (Min) | 3 | 3,600 | ₹3,67,200 |
S-HNI (Max) | 8 | 9,600 | ₹9,79,200 |
B-HNI (Min) | 9 | 10,800 | ₹11,01,600 |
IPO Anchor Investors
Dachepalli Publishers IPO raises ₹11.48 crore from anchor investors. Dachepalli Publishers IPO Anchor bid date is December 19, 2025.
📝 Anchor Investors Letter (PDF)
| Bid Date | Fri, Dec 19, 2025 |
| Shares Offered | 11,25,600 |
| Anchor Portion (₹ Cr.) | 11.48 |
| Anchor lock-in period end date for 50% shares (30 Days) | Sat, Jan 24, 2026 |
| Anchor lock-in period end date for remaining shares (90 Days) | Wed, Mar 25, 2026 |
About Dachepalli Publishers Ltd.
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
Company Financials (Restated)
Dachepalli Publishers Ltd.’s revenue increased by 26% and profit after tax (PAT) rose by 128% between the financial year ending with March 31, 2025 and March 31, 2024.
| Period Ended | 30 Sep 2025 | 31 Mar 2025 | 31 Mar 2024 | 31 Mar 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | 101.26 | 104.34 | 92.97 | 80.01 |
| Total Income | 40.36 | 64.25 | 50.90 | 45.26 |
| Profit After Tax | 7.62 | 7.56 | 3.32 | 0.47 |
| EBITDA | 11.50 | 12.83 | 7.39 | 3.32 |
| NET Worth | 34.94 | 27.32 | 19.76 | 16.44 |
| Reserves and Surplus | 23.93 | 16.31 | 13.64 | 10.32 |
| Total Borrowing | 41.24 | 44.11 | 41.47 | 42.74 |
| Amount in ₹ Crore | ||||
IPO Objects of the Issue
The Company proposes to utilise the Net Proceeds from the Issue towards the following objects:
| # | Issue Objects | Est Amt (₹ Cr.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | To part finance the requirement of Working Capital | 25.00 |
| 2 | Repayment of certain borrowing availed by our Company, in part or full | 6.00 |
| 3 | To meet General corporate purposes | 6.00 |
Key Performance Indicator (KPI)
| KPI | Mar 31, 2025 |
|---|---|
| ROE | 32.12% |
| ROCE | 18.22% |
| RoNW | 27.68% |
| PAT Margin | 11.83% |
| EBITDA Margin | 19.53% |
| Price to Book Value | 4.11 |
| Pre IPO | Post IPO | |
|---|---|---|
| EPS Rs | 6.86 | 10.17 |
| P/E (x) | 14.86 | 10.03 |
| Promoter Holding | 88.07% | 64.78% |
| Market Cap | ₹152.76 Cr. |
- The value will be calculated using Equity Dilution = Share Holding Pre Issue – Share Holding Post Issue
- The Pre IPO EPS is calculated based on Pre issue shareholding as on date of RHP and the latest FY earnings as of March 31, 2025 available in RHP.
- The Post Issue EPS is calculated based on the Post issue shareholding and annualized FY earnings of September 30, 2025 available in RHP.
IPO Review
Dachepalli Publishers IPO Recommendations
| Review By | Subscribe | May Apply | Neutral | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brokers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Members | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
IPO Subscription Status
The Dachepalli Publishers IPO is subscribed 1.97 times on December 24, 2025 6:19:33 PM (Day 3). The public issue subscribed 1.90 times in the individual investors category, 1.29 times in the QIB category, and 3.04 times in the NII category. Check Day by Day Subscription Details (Live Status)
| Category |
Subscription (x) | Shares Offered | Shares bid for | Total Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QIB (Ex Anchor) | 1.29 | 7,52,400 | 9,68,400 | 0 |
| NII* | 3.04 | 5,65,200 | 17,17,200 | 0 |
| bNII (bids above ₹10L) | 3.50 | 3,76,800 | 13,20,000 | |
| sNII (bids below ₹10L) | 2.11 | 1,88,400 | 3,97,200 | |
| Individual Investor | 1.90 | 13,17,600 | 24,98,400 | 0 |
| Total | 1.97 | 26,35,200 | 51,84,000 | 1,240 |
Total Application : 1,240
*Market Maker portion is not included to NII/HNI.
IPO Expenses
| # | Issue Expenses | Est Amt (₹ Cr.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Book Running Lead Manager Fees | 0.35 |
| 2 | Selling and Distribution Fees | 1.62 |
| 3 | Underwriting Commission | 1.01 |
| 4 | Advertising and marketing expenses | 0.21 |
| 5 | Fees Payable to Registrar to the Issue | 0.01 |
| 6 | Fees Payable to Legal Advisors | 0.05 |
| 7 | Brokerage and selling commission payable to SCSBs as applicable | 0.01 |
| 8 | Processing fees to the SCSBs for ASBA Forms procured by Registered Brokers, RTAs or CDPs | 0.01 |
| 9 | Printing and distribution of issue stationery | 0.01 |
| 10 | Listing Fees | 0.00 |
| 11 | BSE Processing Fee | 0.05 |
| 12 | BSE Software Fee | 0.03 |
| 13 | Depository Fee | 0.04 |
Listing Day Trading Information
| Price Details | BSE SME |
|---|---|
| Final Issue Price | ₹102.00 |
| Open | ₹81.60 |
| Low | ₹77.55 |
| High | ₹85.65 |
| Last Trade | ₹79.15 |
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IPO Registrar
Bigshare Services Pvt.Ltd.
- +91-22-6263 8200
- ipo@bigshareonline.com
- Visit Website
IPO Lead Manager(s)
- Synfinx Capital Pvt.Ltd. (Past IPO Performance)
Lead Manager Reports
- Lead Manager Performance Summary
- Lead Manager Performance Tracker
Contact Details
- + 91-7207020941
- cs@dachepalli.com
- Visit Website
IPO FAQs
Dachepalli Publishers IPO is a SME IPO of 39,60,000 equity shares of the face value of ₹10 aggregating up to ₹40 Crores. The issue is priced at ₹102 per share. The minimum order quantity is 1200.
The IPO opens on Mon, Dec 22, 2025, and closes on Wed, Dec 24, 2025.
Bigshare Services Pvt.Ltd. is the registrar for the IPO. The shares are proposed to be listed on BSE SME.
Zerodha customers can apply online in Dachepalli Publishers IPO using UPI as a payment gateway. Zerodha customers can apply in Dachepalli Publishers IPO by login into Zerodha Console (back office) and submitting an IPO application form.
Steps to apply in Dachepalli Publishers IPO through Zerodha
- Visit the Zerodha website and login to Console.
- Go to Portfolio and click the IPOs link.
- Go to the ‘Dachepalli Publishers IPO‘ row and click the ‘Bid’ button.
- Enter your UPI ID, Quantity, and Price.
- Submit IPO application form.
- Visit the UPI App (net banking or BHIM) to approve the mandate.
Visit Zerodha IPO Application Process Review for more detail.
The Dachepalli Publishers IPO opens on Mon, Dec 22, 2025 and closes on Wed, Dec 24, 2025.
Dachepalli Publishers IPO lot size is 1200, and the minimum amount required for application is ₹2,44,800, with 2 lots being the minimum application size.
You can apply in Dachepalli Publishers IPO online using either UPI or ASBA as a payment method. ASBA IPO application is available in the net banking of your bank account. UPI IPO Application is offered by brokers who don’t offer banking services. Read more detail about applying IPO online through Zerodha, Upstox, 5Paisa, Nuvama, HDFC Bank, and SBI Bank.
The finalization of Basis of Allotment for Dachepalli Publishers IPO will be done on Friday, December 26, 2025, and the allotted shares will be credited to your demat account by Mon, Dec 29, 2025. Check the Dachepalli Publishers IPO allotment status.
The Dachepalli Publishers IPO listing date is on Tue, Dec 30, 2025.
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