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EMA Partners India Ltd

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IPO Snapshot

Key metrics and details at a glance.

Price Band

₹124

Per Share

Lot Size

1000 Shares

Minimum Investment

₹1,24,000

Issue Size

₹76.01 Cr

Face Value

₹5

Per Share

IPO Type

Book Building - SME

Retail Quota

35%

QIB Quota

50%

NII Quota

15%

IPO Timeline

Important dates for your applying strategy.

IPO Opens17 Jan
IPO Closes21 Jan
Basis of Allotment22 Jan
Refund Initiation23 Jan
Shares Credited23 Jan
Listing Date24 Jan
IPO Process Completed

Subscription Status

Live demand across investor categories.

Track real-time subscription levels:

*Real-time data subject to exchange updates

Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIB)147.69x
Non-Institutional Investors (NII)444.44x
Retail Individual Investors (RII)167.35x
Overall Subscription205.65x

EMA Partners India Ltd

Business model, operations, and market positioning.

Promoter Holding (Pre-Issue)

86.14%

Promoter Holding (Post-Issue)

63.27%

Issue Type

Book Building - SME

ISIN

INE0ZOL01023

About the Company

EMA Partners India Limited is one of the leading executive search firms delivering customized leadership hiring solutions to a wide range of clients across diverse sectors. The Company has recruited several business and functional leaders for domestic and international clients. Over the past 2 decades, the Company has serviced a wide range of clients across Industries and business functions. The Company along with its subsidiaries cover the entire spectrum of white collar hiring right from entry level opportunities to senior leadership.

Industry Overview

The recruitment and staffing industry posted revenues of Rs. 9,890 Cr in FY 2018-19, which has reached Rs. 12,430 Cr in FY 2023-24, at a CAGR of 5.9%. 88% of professionals aged 18-24 are contemplating a career change, compared to 64% of those aged 45-54 in next 1 year. Young Professionals are considering to switch jobs this year for higher wage and work-life balance and flexibility. The Indian Staffing & Recruitment Industry in India is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% from FY 2023-24 to FY 2028-29. The market is expected to reach Rs. 15,770 Cr by FY 2028-29.

Company History

EMA Partners India Limited was originally incorporated as a private limited company under the Companies Act, 1956 in the name and style of "Executive Management Associates India Private Limited" pursuant to certificate of incorporation dated September 9, 2003 issued by the RoC, Mumbai, Maharashtra. The name of the Company was changed from "Executive Management Associates India Private Limited" to "EMA Partners India Private Limited" pursuant to fresh certificate of incorporation dated February 4, 2004 issued by the RoC, Mumbai, Maharashtra. Subsequently, the Company was converted into public limited company pursuant to special resolution passed by the shareholders at the EGM held on June 12, 2024, and consequently, the name of the Company was changed to "EMA Partners India Limited" and a fresh certificate of incorporation consequent upon conversion from private company to public company was issued by RoC, Central Processing Centre on August 05, 2024 bearing CIN U74140MH2003PLC142116.

Products & Services

  • EMA Partners India Limited is one of the leading executive search firms delivering customized leadership hiring solutions to a wide range of clients across diverse sectors.

Growth Strategy

  • Expansion through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
  • Growth in the technology and digital recruitment market.
  • Expanding leadership team.

Customer Base

Wholesaler and Retailer

Financial Performance

Revenue, profit after tax and total assets across the last 3 reported financial years.

Consolidated figures
Financial Performance Categories

Revenue

+47.4%vs FY23

Amount in ₹ crore

50.1
67.3
73.9
FY23FY24FY25

Profit After Tax (PAT)

+311%vs FY23

Amount in ₹ crore

3.07
14.3
12.6
FY23FY24FY25

Total Assets

+190%vs FY23

Amount in ₹ crore

53.3
76.8
155
FY23FY24FY25

Figures in ₹ crore, on a consolidated basis, as reported for FY23 to FY25.

Objects of the Issue

How the company plans to utilize IPO proceeds.

Use of Proceeds

The funds raised through this IPO will be used for:

Initial public offer of upto 61,30,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 5/- each (the "equity shares") of Ema Partners India Limited (the company or epil or the issuer) at a price of Rs. 124 per equity share (including a premium of Rs. 119 per equity share) (offer price) for cash, aggregating up to Rs. 76.01 crores (offer) comprising a fresh issue of up to 53,34,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 5/- each aggregating up to Rs. 66.14 crores (the fresh issue) and an offer for sale of up to 8,12,400 equity shares of face value of Rs. 5/- each aggregating up to Rs. 10.07 crores including up to 6,26,797 equity shares aggregating up to Rs. 7.77 crores by Krishnan Sudarshan, up to 95,348 equity shares aggregating up to Rs. 1.18 crores by Subramanian Krishnaprakash (the promoter selling shareholders) and up to 73,855 equity shares aggregating up to Rs. 0.92 crores by Shekhar Ganapathy (the individual selling shareholder and together with the promoter selling shareholders referred to as the selling shareholders). The offer includes 3,07,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 5/- each, at an offer price of Rs. 124 per equity share for cash, aggregating Rs. 3.81 crores will be reserved for subscription by the market maker to the offer (the "market maker reservation portion"). The offer less market maker reservation portion i.e. offer of 58,23,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 5/- each, at an offer price of Rs. 124 per equity share for cash, aggregating upto Rs. 72.20 crores is herein after referred to as the net offer. The offer and net offer will constitute 26.37 % and 25.05 % respectively of the post- offer paid-up equity share capital of the company. Price Band: Rs. 124 per equity share of face value of Rs. 5 each. The Floor Price is is 24.80 times of the face value of the equity shares. Bid can be made for a minimum of 1000 equity shares and in multiples of 1000 equity shares thereafter.

*Subject to approvals and market conditions.

Strengths & Risks

Key competitive advantages and factors to consider before investing.

Strengths and Risk Factors
  • Focus on Quality Compliance, Control and Quality Standards.
  • Experienced Leadership team.
  • Tech & SaaS platform serving marquee clients.
  • Operating across the entire spectrum of white collar hiring.
  • Robust relationships with C-suite executives across three markets.
  • The ongoing success and reputation of EMA Partners, as well as the continued validity of the EMA Partners International Membership Agreement, are crucial for maintaining our business operations under the name "EMA Partners".
  • A significant portion of our business is attributable to certain large clients. Any deterioration of their financial condition or prospects may have an adverse impact on our business. Further, if we fail to expand the size of our business with our existing clients or expand to new clients, or if we lose our large clients, our business, revenue, profitability and growth will be adversely affected
  • If we are unable to protect our intellectual property, or if we face allegations of infringing others' intellectual property, our business, our reputation, results of operations, cash flows and financial condition could be adversely affected.
  • Through EMA Partners Executive Search Private Limited, our wholly owned subsidiary we have invested in Reccloud Technologies Private Limited which has developed the "MyRCloud" technology platform. If we're unable to scale this solution or if the system becomes obsolete, we may not be able to recover our investment.
  • We face significant competition from domestic and global firms. The domestic market is fragmented with small boutique firms offering recruitment services. Competition in our industry could result in loss of market share, reduced demand for our services, and /or require us to lower fees for our services, which could adversely affect our operating result and future growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the minimum investment required to apply for this IPO?

The minimum investment depends on the lot size and the upper price band of the issue. Investors must apply for at least one lot, and the total investment amount is calculated by multiplying the lot size by the upper price band.
02

How is IPO allotment decided?

IPO allotment is determined based on demand and SEBI guidelines. If the IPO is oversubscribed in the retail category, allotment is typically done through a computerized lottery system to ensure fair distribution among eligible applicants.
03

When will I know if shares are allotted to me?

Allotment status is usually finalized a few days after the IPO closes. Once finalized, shares are either credited to your Demat account (if allotted) or the blocked funds are released back to your bank account.
04

Can I modify or cancel my IPO application?

Yes, you can modify or cancel your IPO application anytime before the IPO closing date. Changes can be made through your Alice Blue account, subject to exchange cut-off timings.
05

What happens if the IPO is oversubscribed?

If the IPO receives more applications than the number of shares available, it is considered oversubscribed. In such cases, allotment in the retail category is done on a proportionate or lottery basis, and not all applicants may receive shares.