Dachepalli Publishers Limited
Bookbuilding IPO · BSE
- Price band
- ₹100 - ₹102
- Lot size
- 1,200 shares
- Issue amount
- ₹40.39 cr
- Total subscription
- 2.04×
- Opens
- 22 Dec 2025
- Closes
- 24 Dec 2025
- Allotment
- 26 Dec 2025
- Listing
- 30 Dec 2025
Offer at a glance
Issue overview
- Issue size
- 39,60,000 shares
- Face value
- ₹10 per share
- Minimum investment
- ₹1,20,000
- Fresh issue
- ₹40.39 cr
- Offer for sale
- ₹0 cr
- Registrar
- Bigshare Services Private Limited
- Listing exchange
- BSE
- Maximum investment
- ₹1,22,400
- Issue type
- Bookbuilding IPO
- Shares before issue
- 1,10,16,000
- Shares after issue
- 1,49,76,000
Lot sizes
| Category | Lots | Shares | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| RETAIL | 2 | 2,400 | ₹2,44,800 |
| sHNI | 3 | 3,600 | ₹3,67,200 |
| bHNI | 9 | 10,800 | ₹11,01,600 |
Share reservation
Subscription & GMP
Subscription by category
Reported 24 Dec 2025
GMP history
Day-wise demand
Application-wise demand
| Category | Reserved applications | Applied applications |
|---|---|---|
| QIB | 0 | 5 |
| NIB | 0 | 989 |
| RETAIL | 549 | 3,992 |
| HNIs(10L +) | 105 | 642 |
| HNIs (2-10L) | 52 | 347 |
Subscription demand
Amounts in ₹ crore. HNI subcategories are included in the NII total.
| Category | Offered | Demand |
|---|---|---|
| QIBs | 7.67 | 9.88 |
| Others | 0 | 9.88 |
| RETAIL | 13.44 | 25.48 |
| NIB | 5.77 | 19.55 |
| HNIs 2+ | 1.92 | 4.05 |
| HNIs 10+ | 3.84 | 15.5 |
Financial performance
Company financials
In Crores · Reported periods may include interim results.
Key performance indicators
| Metric | Sep-25 | Mar-25 | Mar-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | 6.92 | 6.86 | 3.01 |
| ROE | 24.47 | 32.12 | 18.33 |
| ROCE | 14.99 | 18.22 | 10.71 |
| RONW | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| PRE IPO(PE) | 0 | 14.86 | 0 |
| POST IPO(PE) | 10.03 | 0 | 0 |
Values and labels as reported in the issue data.
Peer comparison
| Company | P/E(X) | CMP* (₹) | Face value (₹) | NAV/Share (₹) | RONW(%) | EPS (Basic) (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chetana Education Limited | 7.58 | 55.00 | 10 | 38.54 | 20.73 | 7.25 |
| Dachepalli Publishers Limited | 14.86 | 0 | 10 | 24.80 | 27.68 | 6.86 |
| S Chand and Company Limited | 35.27 | 157.29 | 5 | 232.43 | 8.47 | 4.46 |
Company information
Company profile
Dachepalli Publishers Limited operates in the Indian publishing industry with a focus on educational content such as textbooks, reference books, and academic materials for school and college-level curricula across multiple subjects and education boards. The company aims to provide high-quality, affordable, and curriculum-aligned learning resources in both print and digital formats, using technology to expand its reach among students, teachers, and institutions. As of 2025, its portfolio includes over 600 titles published under six brands, including Apple Book, Orange Leaf Publishers, Pelican Publishing House, Sangam Publishing House, and School Book Company. The company operates across 10 states and union territories, supported by a network of around 300 distributors and dealers, and sold more than 4 million books during fiscal 2025.
Strengths
- Strong Legacy and Trusted Brand Presence – Long-standing experience in educational publishing has built strong credibility with schools and institutions.
- Curriculum Aligned with NEP 2020 & NCF – Content designed in line with new education policy frameworks ensures relevance and acceptance in modern classrooms.
- Student-Centric Learning Content – Focus on learner-friendly design improves understanding, engagement, and repeat adoption by schools and students.
Risk factors
- Regional Revenue Concentration Risk – Heavy dependence on specific regions makes the business vulnerable to local economic or operational disruptions.
- Reliance on Third-Party Distribution Network – Loss of key dealers or distributors could reduce market reach and impact sales volumes.
- History of Negative Cash Flows – Ongoing negative cash flows may strain liquidity and limit operational and financial flexibility.
Promoters
Mr. Vinod Kumar Dachepalli
Mr. Rushikesh Dachepally
Mrs. Manjula Dachepalli
Mr. Harish Kumar Dachepalli
Mr. Abhinav Dachepally
Registrar & documents
Lead manager
Synfinx Capital Private Limited
Registrar & contacts
Bigshare Services Private Limited
[email protected]Official registrar portal ↗IPO allotment status guide →Registered office
Plot No. 2/B, (C.F.AREA) I.D.A, Cherlapalli, Phase-II Hyderabad, Telangana, 500051
+ 91-7207020941
[email protected]Company website ↗Understanding DACHEPALLI IPO data
Compare the price band and required investment with the company profile, financial results and offer documents. Subscription figures show reported demand by category; they do not establish the value of the business. GMP is an unofficial indication and can change before listing.