Dachepalli Publishers Limited is an Indian educational publishing company engaged in the development, printing, publishing, and distribution of academic books. The company primarily caters to the school education segment, with a strong focus on pre-primary to secondary education (K-10) across multiple educational boards.
The company publishes a wide range of textbooks, workbooks, practice books, reference materials, and supplementary learning resources, covering subjects such as English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Science, Social Studies, and regional languages. Its content is designed to be curriculum-aligned, ensuring compliance with CBSE, ICSE, and various State Board syllabi.
Dachepalli Publishers follows a B2B business model, distributing its products through an established network of distributors, dealers, and direct school relationships across multiple states in India. The company emphasizes in-house content development, involving experienced authors, editors, and academic professionals to maintain educational quality and relevance.
As per the RHP, the company has built a diversified catalogue comprising over 600 active titles, marketed under multiple publishing brands including Apple Book, Orange Leaf Publishers, Pelican Publishing House, Sangam Publishing House, and School Book Company. Its operations span around 10 states and union territories, supported by a distribution network of approximately 300 distributors and dealers.
In Fiscal 2025, Dachepalli Publishers sold over 4 million books, reflecting its established presence in the Indian educational publishing market. The company continues to focus on expanding its title base, strengthening distribution reach, and gradually integrating digital learning solutions to support long-term growth.
Dachepalli Publishers IPO – Details
| IPO Opening Date | 22 December 2025 |
| IPO Closing Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Issue Type | Book Built Issue IPO |
| Issue Size | Total Issue: 39,60,000 Shares Worth ₹40.39 Crore Fresh Issue: 39,60,000 Shares Worth ₹40.39 Crore |
| Face Value | ₹10 per equity share |
| IPO Price | ₹100 – ₹102 per share |
| Market Lot | 1200 Shares |
| Min Order | 1200 Shares [ 1 Lot ] |
| Listing At | BSE SME |
| Registrar | Bigshare Services Pvt.Ltd. |
| QIB Shares Offered | 50% |
| NII Shares Offered | 15% |
| Retail Shares Offered | 35% |
Dachepalli Publishers IPO – Date Schedule
| IPO Open Date | 22 December 2025 |
| IPO Close Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Basis of Allotment | 26 December 2025 |
| Initiation of Refund | 29 December 2025 |
| Credit of Shares to Demat | 29 December 2025 |
| IPO Listing Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Cut-off time for UPI mandate confirmation | 5 PM on December 24, 2025 |
Dachepalli Publishers IPO – Lots Size & Price
| Application | Lots | Shares | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Min) | 2 | 2,400 | ₹2,44,800 |
| 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 |
Competitive Strength
- 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 Promoters
- Mr. Vinod Kumar Dachepalli
- Mr. Rushikesh Dachepally
- Mrs. Manjula Dachepalli
- Mr. Harish Kumar Dachepalli
- Mr. Abhinav Dachepally
Company Financials
| Period | Total Revenue | Total Expense | Profit After Tax | Total Borrowings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 March 2023 | ₹45.26 Cr | ₹41.94 Cr | ₹0.47 Cr | ₹42.74 Cr |
| 31 March 2024 | ₹50.90 Cr | ₹43.51 Cr | ₹3.32 Cr | ₹41.47 Cr |
| 31 March 2025 | ₹64.25 Cr | ₹51.42 Cr | ₹7.56 Cr | ₹44.11 Cr |
| 30 September 2025 | ₹40.36 Cr | ₹28.86 Cr | ₹7.62 Cr | ₹41.24 Cr |
Key Performance Indicator
| KPI | Values |
|---|---|
| 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 (₹) | 6.86 | 10.17 |
| P/E (x) | 14.86 | 10.03 |
Object Of The Issue
| Objects of the Issue | Expected Amount (in Crore) |
|---|---|
| To part finance the requirement of Working Capital. | ₹25.00 |
| Repayment of certain borrowing availed by our Company, in part or in full. | ₹6.00 |
| To meet General corporate purposes. | – |
✅Strengths
- Established player in K–10 educational publishing.
- 600+ titles across multiple recognised brands.
- Wide distribution network across ~10 states with ~300 dealers.
- In-house content development ensuring syllabus alignment.
- Strong sales volume with 4+ million books sold in FY25.
⚠️Risks
- Revenue highly dependent on school education segment.
- Distributor and school-driven sales model risk.
- Exposure to curriculum and education policy changes.
- Working capital–intensive nature of publishing business.
- High dependence on print books amid the digital shift.
Dachepalli Publishers IPO Promoter Holding
| Pre-Issue Share Holding | 88.07% |
| Post Issue Share Holding | 64.78% |
Dachepalli Publishers IPO Prospectus
Company Contact Information
| Dachepalli Publishers Ltd. Plot No. 2/B, (C.F.AREA) I.D.A, Cherlapalli, Phase-II Hyderabad, Telangana, 500051 Phone: + 91-7207020941 Email: cs@dachepalli.com Website: http://www.dachepalli.com/ |
Dachepalli Publishers IPO Registrar
| Bigshare Services Pvt.Ltd. Phone: +91-22-6263 8200 Email: ipo@bigshareonline.com Website: https://ipo.bigshareonline.com/IPO_Status.html |
Dachepalli Publishers IPO Lead Manager(s)
| 1. Synfinx Capital Pvt.Ltd. |
Dachepalli Publishers IPO FAQ
| What is Dachepalli Publishers’ IPO? Dachepalli Publishers IPO is an SME IPO. The issue is priced at ₹100 – ₹102 per equity share. The IPO is to be listed on BSE SME. |
| When will Dachepalli Publishers’ IPO open? The IPO is to open on 22 December 2025 for QIB, NII, and Retail Investors. |
| What is Dachepalli Publishers’ IPO Investors’ Portion? The investors’ portion for QIB – 50%, NII – 15%, and Retail – 35%. |
| What is the Dachepalli Publishers IPO Size? Dachepalli Publishers IPO size is ₹40.39 Crore. |
| What are the Dachepalli Publishers IPO Minimum and Maximum Lot Sizes for Retail Investors? The minimum bid is 2400 Shares for ₹2,44,800, while the maximum bid is 2400 Shares for ₹2,44,800. |
| What is the Dachepalli Publishers IPO Allotment Date? Dachepalli Publishers IPO allotment date is 26 December 2025. |
| What is the Dachepalli Publishers IPO Listing Date? Dachepalli Publishers IPO listing date is 30 December 2025. The IPO is to be listed on the BSE SME. |
