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Soleos Energy Limited

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Soleos Energy Limited (CIN U31909GJ2017PLC095084) has filed a Draft Red Herring Prospectus with SEBI for an IPO comprising a fresh issue of 1,10,00,000 shares and an offer for sale of 90 lakh shares. In FY26 it reported revenue of ₹281 Cr (+26.7% on FY25) and a net profit of ₹21 Cr. Promoters hold 60.6% before the IPO. Our fact-check of its claims found 3 medium or high concerns across 40 claims checked.

Read from public SEBI filings; last updated . Not investment advice.

Key signals

Read from the filing. Signals summarise it; they are not a recommendation or investment advice.

  • ValuationNot available
    Not yetThe price band isn't out, so P/E and price-to-book can't be worked out.
  • GrowthLooks fine
    73% a yearSales FY24 to FY26; latest year +26.7%.p.87
  • ProfitabilityLook closer
    7.6% net marginFY26; operating margin slipping.p.87
  • DebtLook closer
    0.51x equity₹102 crore borrowed at the end of FY26.p.87
  • -319% of profitOperations brought in ₹-68.5 crore against ₹21.5 crore of profit in FY26.p.87
  • One-off incomeLook closer
    19% of profitOther and one-off income is 19% of pre-tax profit; management describes 6 one-off items.p.485
  • 45% for sale55% is new shares issued by the company.p.152
  • Red flagsLook closer
    3 to review40 claims checked: 0 high, 3 medium concern.
How we rate these
  • Valuation: P/E at the top of the band: up to 25x good, up to 40x watch, above that concern.
  • Growth: Sales growth per year: 20% or more good, 8% or more watch, below that concern.
  • Profitability: Net profit margin: 10% or more good, 4% or more watch, below that concern. The trend note compares operating margin with the year before (1.5 points either way).
  • Debt: Borrowings / net worth: up to 0.5x good, up to 1.5x watch, above that concern.
  • Profit into cash: Cash from operations as a share of net profit: 80% or more good, 40% or more watch, below that (or negative) concern.
  • One-off income: Other and one-off income as a share of pre-tax profit: up to 10% good, up to 30% watch, above that concern. Any one-off item management itself describes moves "good" to "watch".
  • Where the money goes: Offer for sale as a share of the whole issue: under 40% good, under 75% watch, above that concern. In an offer for sale the money goes to the selling shareholders, not the company.
  • Red flags: Fact-check results: any high-concern finding is concern, any medium is watch, otherwise good.

Rules are rules of thumb, not a verdict: a fast-growing business can reasonably carry a higher P/E, and some sectors run on debt.

The IPO

What Soleos Energy Limited is offering, at what price, and who owns it today. Read from the DRHP; anything the company hasn't fixed yet shows as pending.

Draft under SEBI review

Price band and dates are announced only once the RHP is filed.

Fresh issue
1.1 Cr shares
Amount set at the price band
Offer for sale
90 lakh shares
Amount set at the price band
Price band
To be announced
Announced with the RHP
Shares today
4.46 Cr
Before the IPO
Face value
₹5
Listing on
BSE & NSEEQ
Lead managers
Beeline Capital Advisors
Registrar
MUFG Intime India
Read from p.1p.67p.82p.83+2

Where the money goes

Earmarked for specific objects
₹114 Cr

of a ₹114 Cr fresh issue (net proceeds)

Object₹ crore% of issue
Capex
Funding capital expenditure requirement for setting up battery energy storage systems manufacturing facility with an installed capacity of 2.20 GWh (“BESS Project”)
114
100%
General corporate
General corporate purposes
Not fixed yet–

Amounts marked “not fixed yet” are left blank in the draft and are set once the price is decided. The offer-for-sale portion is not shown here: that money goes to the selling shareholders, not the company. Source: page 152

Who owns it

Promoters hold before the IPO
60.6%

As stated in the filing. The full shareholding table could not be cross-checked.

Valuation

Valuation comes with the price band. P/E, price-to-book and price-to-sales need an offer price, and draft filings leave it blank. We'll compute them here as soon as the RHP announces the band.

Who is selling

The offer for sale, seller by seller, as the filing itself lists them.

Selling shareholderMax shares offeredCost of acquisition
Bhaveshkumar C RathodPromoter36.02 lakh₹0.50
Dhavalkumar Ghanshyambhai JiyaniPromoter14 lakh₹0.50
Parth R RangholiaPromoter7 lakh₹0.74
Aniket RangholiaPromoter7 lakh₹0.26
Vipul RathodPromoter7 lakh₹0.50

Cost of acquisition is the weighted average price the seller originally paid per share, as stated in the filing.

Financials

What Soleos Energy Limited earned and how, read straight from its DRHP.

Sales FY26
₹281 Cr
+26.7% vs FY25
Net profit FY26
₹21 Cr
7.6% net margin
Net worth
₹199 Cr
Debt / equity 0.51x
Operating cash flow FY26
−₹69 Cr
Business consumed cash
₹ crore · Consolidated · FY = year ended 31 MarchSource p.86p.87p.88
MetricFY24FY25FY26
Profit & loss
Sales94222281
Sales growth–136.2%26.7%
Operating profit8.83330
Operating margin9.3%15.0%10.7%
1.05.05.7
Interest1.93.05.7
Depreciation0.190.540.72
Profit before tax7.53429
Profit before tax excl. other & one-off income6.52924
Other & one-off income as % of PBT13.9%14.6%19.5%
Tax rate26.8%28.0%26.5%
Net profit5.52521
Net margin5.9%11.2%7.6%
EPS (₹)4.787.145.23
Balance sheet
Net worth2786199
Borrowings1028102
Total assets80207419
Debt / equity0.39x0.33x0.51x
Return on equity20.4%28.8%10.8%
Cash flow
Cash from operations-10-38-69
Cash from investing6.3-7.1-88
Cash from financing1249160

Non-recurring items

One-off items management describes in its own discussion of the results. They are real, but they do not come from day-to-day operations and may not repeat, so an analyst would set them aside when judging the recurring business.

  • Other

    Government grants and subsidies are recognised where there is reasonable assurance that the grant will be received and all attached conditions will be complied with.

    p.485
  • Other

    Government grants of a capital nature which are in the nature of promoters’ contribution are credited to a capital subsidy reserve within other equity.

    p.485
  • Other

    Profit before exceptional items and tax decreased by 15.19% from ₹ 3,447.16 lakhs in Fiscal 2025 to ₹ 2,923.49 lakhs in Fiscal 2026.

    p.496
  • Other

    Exceptional items were Nil in Fiscal 2026 as compared to Nil in Fiscal 2025.

    p.496
  • Other

    Profit before exceptional items and tax increased by 359.29% from ₹ 750.54 lakhs in Fiscal 2024 to ₹ 3,447.16 lakhs in Fiscal 2025.

    p.499
  • Other

    Exceptional items were Nil in Fiscal 2025 as compared to Nil in Fiscal 2024.

    p.499

How they earn

Where the revenue comes from. Each split adds up to the reported sales.

Revenue by type

₹ crore · Source p.440
SegmentFY24FY25FY26Share of FY26
Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Services9313424587.2%
Project Development and Consultancy Services0.0932217.4%
Solar Products, Equipments and System Supply0.4255134.8%
Operation and Maintenance Services0.310.411.60.6%
Other Operating Income0.000.010.100.0%

Revenue by geography

₹ crore · Source p.469
SegmentFY24FY25FY26Share of FY26
India9418026393.5%
Outside India0.0542186.5%

Full statements

As printed in the filing's summary financial information, converted to ₹ crore.

₹ crore (per-share figures in ₹), as restated in the filing. Click + to see what a line is made of.Source p.87
Line itemFY24FY25FY26
Revenue from operations94222281
Other Income1.05.05.7
95227287
Finance costs1.93.05.7
Depreciation and amortisation expense0.190.540.72
87192258
Profit before share of profit in equity accounted investees, exceptional items and tax7.73529
Profit Before Exceptional Item and Tax7.53429
Exceptional Items0.000.000.00
Profit before tax7.53429
Profit for the year5.52521
0.010.47-0.53
Total comprehensive income for the year5.52521
4.87.15.2
₹ crore (per-share figures in ₹), as restated in the filing. Click + to see what a line is made of.Source p.86
Line itemFY24FY25FY26
Property, Plant And Equipment0.795.87.2
Goodwill0.001.30.05
Investments2.98.611
Inventories10255.0
Trade Receivables1574168
Cash and Cash Equivalents131821
80207419
Equity Share Capital1.51.822
Other Equity2586177
2786199
Borrowings5.18.743
Borrowings5.42059
0.000.000.00
Total outstanding dues of creditors other than MSME175674
80207419
₹ crore (per-share figures in ₹), as restated in the filing. Click + to see what a line is made of.Source p.88p.89
Line itemFY24FY25FY26
Profit before tax7.53429
Operating profit before working capital changes8.53335
-10-38-69
6.3-7.1-88
1249160
Net increase/(decrease) in cash & cash equivalents [A+B+C]7.54.73.4
0.401.20.59

Discounted cash flow

What Soleos Energy Limited's cash flow would be worth today. Change the rate, time period or growth to see how sensitive the answer is.

% / yr
years
% / yr
Worth today (10 years of cash)
₹338 Cr
Per share
–
Needs the price band.
Top of the price band
–
050100150Year 1: ₹26 Cr projected, ₹23 Cr in today's money1Year 2: ₹31 Cr projected, ₹25 Cr in today's money2Year 3: ₹37 Cr projected, ₹27 Cr in today's money3Year 4: ₹45 Cr projected, ₹29 Cr in today's money4Year 5: ₹53 Cr projected, ₹32 Cr in today's money5Year 6: ₹64 Cr projected, ₹34 Cr in today's money6Year 7: ₹77 Cr projected, ₹37 Cr in today's money7Year 8: ₹92 Cr projected, ₹40 Cr in today's money8Year 9: ₹111 Cr projected, ₹43 Cr in today's money9Year 10: ₹133 Cr projected, ₹47 Cr in today's money10
Projected cash flow (₹ Cr) Worth today at 11% a yearAlong the bottom: years from now

Starts from FY26 net profit of ₹21 Cr, grown 20% a year (based on revenue growth FY24–FY26, capped at 20%) and discounted at 11% a year, with no value counted beyond year 10. A simple illustration from the filing's numbers, not a forecast or investment advice; small changes to the rate or growth move the answer a lot.

The short version

Start here. The story in a few minutes, with every fact tied to the page it came from.

Here's what almost nobody noticed about the SOLEOS ENERGY IPO: there's a legal case involving a Managing Director of Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited, and whether that connects to ongoing criminal proceedings against key management personnel is still unclear.

AI-written summary of Soleos Energy Limited's filings. Verify against the source documents.

Let's start by looking at who is running this company and the process for the offer. The Registrar of Companies is the Registrar of Companies in Gujarat, Ahmedabad, as stated on page 98. The Chairman and Managing Director is Bhaveshkumar Rathod, also listed on page 98.

  • The Registrar of Companies is the Registrar of Companies, Gujarat at Ahmedabad. p.98
  • Bhaveshkumar Rathod is the Chairman and Managing Director. p.98

We need to check the intermediaries involved in the offer process. Beeline Capital Advisors Private Limited is listed as the sole Book Running Lead Manager for the offer, found on page 99. M/s. Crawford Bayley & Co. is listed as the Legal Counsel for the offer on page 101.

  • Beeline Capital Advisors Private Limited is the sole Book Running Lead Manager to the Offer. p.99
  • M/s. Crawford Bayley & Co. is listed as the Legal Counsel to the Offer. p.101

The filing process involved several expert consents, and we need to note what they said. Expert consents from Chartered Accountants, a practicing company secretary, and an independent chartered engineer were received, and these consents have not been withdrawn.

  • Expert consents received from Chartered Accountants, a practicing company secretary, and an independent chartered engineer, and they have not been withdrawn. p.101

We need to look at how the company's revenue has evolved over the last few years to understand its trajectory. The filing shows that revenue grew significantly, jumping from Rs. 93.9 crore in FY24 to Rs. 281.2 crore in FY26. That's a growth of 26.7% in that period.

  • Revenue from operations was Rs. 93.9 crore in FY24 and grew to Rs. 281.2 crore in FY26. p.107

When we look at the profitability, the numbers tell a different story. While the profit before tax was 7.5 crore in FY24, it dropped to 29.2 crore in FY26. This shows a dip in the core profitability, even though the company reported a profit for the year of 21.5 crore.

  • Profit before tax was 7.5 crore in FY24 and 29.2 crore in FY26. p.107

The cash flow statement highlights a major disconnect. Cash from operations was negative, showing a loss of Rs. 69 crore, which is a massive drop of 319% compared to the accounting profit. This indicates that the reported profit isn't fully reflecting the cash movement in the business.

  • Cash from operations was Rs. -69 crore against Rs. 21 crore of accounting profit, which is a drop of 319%. p.107

A major risk is the heavy reliance on a small group of clients for revenue. The company's filing states that a significant portion, specifically 75.09% of its revenue, comes from just the top ten customers. This means the loss or reduced orders from any of those key clients could seriously affect the company's operations and cash flows.

  • The business derives a significant portion, comprising 75.09% of revenue from operations, from the top ten customers. p.31
  • Loss of any of the top ten customers or a reduction in purchases or repeat orders from them could adversely affect the business, results of operations, cash flows, and financial condition. p.31

This concentration risk extends to the supply chain for crucial components. The business depends heavily on third-party suppliers for materials needed for solar projects, like trackers and modules. Furthermore, disruptions in the supply or volatility in the prices of these materials can negatively impact the business results.

  • The solar project development business is substantially dependent on the availability and cost of materials, including solar trackers, solar modules, inverters, transformers, structures, cables, and associated balance-of-system and other materials, components and equipment. p.34
  • Disruption to the timely and adequate supply or volatility in the prices of required materials, components, and equipment may adversely impact the business. p.34
  • The company is dependent on third-party suppliers for meeting material, component, and equipment requirements. p.34
  • The loss of all or a significant number of top ten suppliers could adversely impact the business, results of operations, cash flows, and financial condition. p.34

When we look at the legal landscape, the company's filing shows a relatively clean slate regarding major disputes. Specifically, the document states there were no outstanding criminal proceedings against the Company, its subsidiaries, or key managerial personnel as of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus date. This suggests a lack of immediate, high-level legal risk.

  • No outstanding criminal proceedings against the Company were found as of the date of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus. p.511

However, we need to look at civil claims. The filing does mention a specific civil suit filed by Sanosh Enterprise against the Company and another defendant, seeking recovery of ₹2,005.29 lakhs. This is a figure that shows a direct financial dispute that needs to be tracked.

  • A civil suit was filed by Sanosh Enterprise against the Company and another defendant, seeking recovery of ₹2,005.29 lakhs. p.511

On the regulatory side, the filing confirms that no actions by regulatory or statutory authorities were found against the Company as of that date. This is important context when assessing the company's compliance status for the offering.

  • No actions by regulatory and statutory authorities against the Company were found as of the date of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus. p.511

So, how much control do the existing promoters actually have in this company? The filing shows that the Promoter Group—which includes Bhaveshkumar C Rathod, Dhavalkumar Ghanshyambhai Jiyani, Parth R Rangholia, Aniket Rangholia, and Vipul Rathod—holds a significant stake. They own 60.6% of the company right before this IPO.

  • Promoters hold 60.6% of the company before the IPO. p.8

Now, let's look at what this fresh issue is actually for. The company states it will use Rs. 114 crore from the offering to fund the capital expenditure needed for setting up that battery energy storage systems manufacturing facility. This is specifically for the 'bess project' with an installed capacity of 2.20 gwh.

  • The company will spend Rs. 114 crore to fund capital expenditure for the battery energy storage systems manufacturing facility with an installed capacity of 2.20 gwh (“bess project”). p.8

Bottom line

So, to wrap this up, we've looked at the structure of the offer, the rollercoaster ride of the financials, the concentration risks tied to those key clients, and the legal landscape. It boils down to this: the numbers paint a specific picture of what this filing shows, but what you make of that picture—that’s entirely up to you.

Red flags & fact-checks

We looked up selected claims from the filing (promoters, court cases, subsidiaries) on the open web. Here is what we found.

  • MediumLitigation

    Soleos Energy Limited

    50% confidence
    What the filing says

    No outstanding litigation proceedings involving Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management were found regarding criminal proceedings.

    What we found

    The search results mention a legal case involving a Managing Director of Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited, which is related to the company, but do not explicitly confirm or deny the claim regarding outstanding litigation proceedings involving Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management in criminal proceedings.

  • MediumLitigation

    Soleos Energy Limited

    50% confidence
    What the filing says

    No outstanding litigation proceedings involving the Group Companies that may have a material impact on the Company were found.

    What we found

    The search results mention a legal case involving a Managing Director of Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited, which is related to the group, but do not explicitly confirm or deny the claim about outstanding litigation proceedings against the Group Companies. There is also news regarding an investment agreement between Gujarat Inject and Soleos Energy Limited.

  • MediumSubsidiary

    Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited

    50% confidence
    What the filing says

    The company was incorporated as ‘Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited’ on January 11, 2017 as a private limited company.

    What we found

    The search results do not explicitly state the exact incorporation date or the specific name 'Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited' being incorporated on January 11, 2017. However, some results mention the company's founding year (2012) and its business activities, which relates to the company's operations but not the precise incorporation detail mentioned in the claim.

Inside the filing

Section-by-section summaries of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus. Turn on Detailed view at the top to expand everything.

What the company does and how it got here

Business & industry

What the company actually does, its customers, competition and the industry it sells into.

pp. 190–326

The provided text offers an overview of the global economic landscape, highlighting resilience amidst geopolitical uncertainties and technological transformation. It details divergent growth trajectories across various regions, noting that Emerging & Developing Asia remains a key global growth engine. The text also discusses trends in trade and commodity markets, including elevated energy prices and the strategic importance of critical minerals. Furthermore, it provides a specific analysis of India's robust growth momentum, supported by domestic demand and structural reforms.

Key points (375, showing 60)

  • Global economic growth grew at 3.5% in CY2025 according to the IMF. p.190
  • Emerging & Developing Asia continues to outperform all major regions, maintaining growth above 4.5% throughout the period. p.191
  • Commodity prices are elevated, with crude oil projected at approximately US 89 per barrel in CY2026, representing a year-on-year increase of around 32%. p.193
  • Fertilizer prices are projected to rise by approximately 26% due to higher transportation and production costs. p.193
  • India's GDP is projected to grow at 6.4% in CY2026 and 6.7% in CY2027 according to the IMF. p.194

History & corporate structure

How the company came to be: key milestones, subsidiaries, acquisitions and restructurings.

pp. 327–383

The company, initially incorporated as Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited on January 11, 2017, underwent several name and conversion changes. It was later converted to a public limited company, changing its name to Soleos Energy Limited, on January 31, 2026. The company's Memorandum of Association (MoA) has seen numerous amendments over the years, including changes to authorized share capital and the insertion of clauses related to battery technology business. Key milestones include various project completions and awards received, and the company has not had any material acquisitions or divestments in the preceding ten years. The company currently has two associate companies and has entered into a lease deed for its proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) manufacturing facility.

Key points (124, showing 60)

  • The registered office was changed again on May 21, 2026, moving from Rakhial, Gujarat to Ahmedabad City, Gujarat. p.327
  • The company was incorporated as ‘Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited’ on January 11, 2017 as a private limited company. p.327
  • The company's name was changed to ‘Soleos Energy Private Limited’ on May 7, 2025. p.327
  • The company was converted to a public limited company, changing its name to ‘Soleos Energy Limited’, on January 31, 2026. p.327
  • The registered office was changed on January 9, 2019, moving from Ahmedabad to Rakhial, Gujarat. p.327

The IPO terms and where the money goes

Cover & definitions

Headline offer terms and the glossary the rest of the document relies on.

pp. 6–7

The definitions section identifies the issuer as Soleos Energy Limited, a public limited company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013. The company's registered and corporate office is located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The section also defines various terms related to the company, including its associates, auditors, key managerial personnel, and existing manufacturing facilities. It specifies that the definitions provided herein shall prevail over others unless context suggests otherwise.

Key points (5)

  • The company is Soleos Energy Limited, a public limited company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013. p.6
  • The Registered and Corporate Office of the company is 802, 8th Floor, Altimus, Shreyas Colony, Tera Panth Road, Off. Ashram Road, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad, Ahmadabad City, Gujarat- 380009, India. p.6
  • The equity shares of the company have a face value of ₹5 each, unless otherwise stated. p.7
  • The existing manufacturing facility is situated at Plot No: 9 and 10, Gokul Industrial Park, Mahakali Mandir Road, Near Krishna Industrial Park, Vill: Kubadthal, Tal: Daskroi, Dist: Ahmedabad- 382430. p.7
  • The lead managers or selling shareholders include Anand Rajeshbhai Patel, Ankush Kedia, Atul Bhimji Gohil, Chandan Garg, Dipti Jayantilal Panchal, Jainam Manharbhai Shah (HUF), Komalay Investrade Private Limited, and Mayur. p.7

The offer

How many shares are being sold, by whom, and on what terms.

pp. 98–106

This section provides details regarding the general information, including the registered and corporate office of Soleos Energy Limited, the registration and corporate identity numbers, and the details of the Board of Directors as of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus date. It also lists the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, the Book Running Lead Manager, and various intermediaries involved in the offer process.

Key points (24)

  • The Registrar of Companies is the Registrar of Companies, Gujarat at Ahmedabad. p.98
  • Bhaveshkumar Rathod is the Chairman and Managing Director. p.98
  • The Registered and Corporate Office of Soleos Energy Limited is located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. p.98
  • The Registration number of the Company is 095084. p.98
  • Beeline Capital Advisors Private Limited is the sole Book Running Lead Manager to the Offer. p.99

Capital structure

Who owns what today, past share issues and what the shareholding looks like after the IPO.

pp. 107–150

This section details the capital structure of the company, including the authorized and issued share capital. It outlines various allotments of equity shares over time, including initial subscriptions, conversions of preference shares, and private placements. The data provided tracks the history of equity share capital, showing the number of shares allotted, the face value, and the issue price for each transaction.

Key points (74, showing 60)

  • The authorized share capital is set forth in the document. p.107
  • The company has 6,00,0 Equity Shares of face value of ₹5/- each under the authorized capital. p.107
  • The issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital before the offer was 4,46,12,880 Equity Shares of face value of ₹5/- each, aggregating to ₹22,30,64,400. p.107
  • A history of equity share capital allotments is provided, starting with an initial subscription on January 11, 2017. p.108
  • An allotment occurred on March 16, 2024, involving the conversion of preference shares into Equity Shares. p.108

Use of proceeds

What the money raised will be spent on: growth, debt repayment or promoters cashing out.

pp. 151–189

The Offer involves a Fresh Issue of Equity Shares and an Offer for Sale of Equity Shares, with the proceeds from the latter not forming part of the Net Proceeds. The Net Proceeds from the Fresh Issue are proposed to be utilized for several purposes, including funding capital expenditure for a Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) manufacturing facility, repayment of outstanding borrowings, and general corporate purposes. The utilization plan details the deployment of these funds across various fiscal years, with provisions for utilizing surplus amounts or exploring alternate funding sources for any shortfalls.

Key points (67, showing 60)

  • The Net Proceeds from the Fresh Issue are proposed to be utilized for funding capital expenditure requirement for setting up a BESS manufacturing facility. p.152
  • The Net Proceeds are proposed to be utilized for repayment and/or prepayment of certain outstanding borrowings. p.152
  • The Net Proceeds are proposed to be utilized for general corporate purposes. p.152
  • The estimated cost for the proposed BESS Project is ₹ 11,932.31 lakhs, with ₹ 572.28 lakhs to be funded through internal accruals. p.155
  • The balance of the total cost for the BESS Project, estimated at ₹ 11,360.03 lakhs, is estimated to be utilized from the Net Proceeds. p.155

The numbers behind the story

Financial information

Revenue, profit, debt, cash flow and the auditors' notes behind them.

pp. 384–502

This section details the examination report by independent auditors on the restated consolidated financial information of Soleos Energy Limited and its subsidiaries, covering the years ended March 31, 2026, March 31, 2025, and March 31, 2024. The report confirms that the financial information was prepared in accordance with various regulations and guidance notes. The management is responsible for preparing this information, and the Board of Directors is responsible for designing and maintaining internal controls. The auditors examined the financial information and provided an opinion based on the information submitted.

Key points (378, showing 60)

  • The Holding Company proposes to include the Restated Standalone Financial Information in the DRHP, RHP, and Prospectus, for which a separate examination report has been issued. p.384
  • The examination covered the Restated Consolidated Financial Information of Soleos Energy Limited and its subsidiaries and associates as at March 31, 2026, March 31, 2025, and March 31, 2024. p.385
  • The financial information was examined in connection with the Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP), Red Herring Prospectus (RHP), and Prospectus. p.385
  • The Restated Consolidated Financial Information has been prepared in terms of the requirements of Section 26 of Part I of Chapter III of the Companies Act, 2013 as amended. p.385
  • The Restated Consolidated Financial Information has been prepared in terms of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 as amended (ICDR Regulations). p.385

What could go wrong, per the company

Risk factors

The risks the company is legally required to disclose, in its own words.

pp. 30–60

Investors should be aware that the risks described may not be exhaustive, and the company operates within a legal and regulatory environment specific to India which may differ from other countries. The company's financial results and trading price could suffer if the described risks materialize. A significant portion of the company's revenue is derived from a small number of key customers, creating concentration risk. Furthermore, the business relies heavily on third-party suppliers for materials and components, and disruptions in the supply chain or material costs could negatively impact operations. Finally, the construction activities face risks related to cost overruns, delays, and adverse environmental or political conditions.

Key points (96, showing 60)

  • The company is incorporated under the laws of India and is subject to a legal and regulatory environment which may differ in certain respects from that of other countries. p.30
  • The business derives a significant portion, comprising 75.09% of revenue from operations, from the top ten customers. p.31
  • Loss of any of the top ten customers or a reduction in purchases or repeat orders from them could adversely affect the business, results of operations, cash flows, and financial condition. p.31
  • The solar project development business is substantially dependent on the availability and cost of materials, including solar trackers, solar modules, inverters, transformers, structures, cables, and associated balance-of-system and other materials, components and equipment. p.34
  • The BESS business relies on key raw materials, including lithium battery cells and battery management systems, which are purchased from suppliers in India and overseas. p.34

Who runs and controls the company

Management & board

Directors and senior management: who they are, their background and pay.

pp. 8–29

This section outlines various terms related to the offer process, including definitions for different types of terms like Abridged Prospectus, Acknowledgement Slip, Allotment, and various investor categories such as Anchor Investors. It details procedures for Bid/Offer periods, including opening, closing, and the consideration of different bidders. It also specifies the roles of various intermediaries, such as the Book Running Lead Manager (BRLM), and the process for fund collection and transfer.

Key points (49)

  • The Promoter Group includes Bhaveshkumar C Rathod, Dhavalkumar Ghanshyambhai Jiyani, Parth R Rangholia, Aniket Rangholia, and Vipul Rathod. p.8
  • The senior management of the Company is described in "Our Management- Senior Management" on page 347. p.8
  • The company has a proposed BESS manufacturing facility situated at Survey No: 1683, Village: Suraj, Tal: Jotana, Dist: Mehsana- 384421. p.8
  • The whole-time directors of the Company are Dhavalkumar Ghanshyambhai Jiyani and Parth R Rangholia. p.9
  • The company has a list of 15 Indian Subsidiaries and 29 Foreign Subsidiaries listed. p.9

Promoters

The people or entities controlling the company, and what else they own.

pp. 61–97

The provided section details various aspects related to litigation, regulatory compliance, and operational risks for the company. It outlines that litigation proceedings involving the company, its promoters, directors, and management have been summarized, and there is no assurance that outstanding matters will be settled in the company's favor. The text also highlights risks associated with supply chain disruptions for battery cells, potential issues with obtaining necessary operational approvals and licenses, infringement claims regarding intellectual property, and exposure to various environmental, health, and safety regulations. Furthermore, the company faces risks related to securing future funding, changes in business plans, and potential difficulties in strategic acquisitions or investments.

Key points (58)

  • Battery cell supply disruptions, price increases, or trade policy changes could adversely affect the BESS business and project implementation. p.61
  • Failure to obtain or renew approvals, licenses, registrations, and permits may adversely affect the business, operations, cash flows, and financial condition. p.62
  • Infringement claims could adversely affect relationships with customers, result in costly litigation, cause supplier delays, divert management's attention, subject the company to liabilities, or require cessation of certain activities. p.64
  • The company may not be able to secure additional funding in the future, which could delay growth plans and have a material adverse effect on the business. p.65
  • Changes in business plans or required adaptation to changing circumstances may necessitate obtaining additional financing, which could increase debt obligations and impact profitability. p.65

Related-party transactions

Business done between the company and people or firms connected to its owners.

pp. 503–509

The section discusses various financial risk considerations, including currency risk, credit risk, and liquidity risk. The company manages foreign currency exposures using derivative instruments, although it does not use derivatives to hedge risk. Credit risk is noted from operating activities and financing activities such as deposits and foreign exchange transactions. Liquidity risk is managed through cash flow generation from operations and the use of bank loans, with a low assessment of refinancing debt concentration. Furthermore, the company asserts that it has no off-balance sheet arrangements or relationships with other entities for such purposes. The text also details significant revenue concentration from top customers and mentions future developments related to securing a purchase order for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) cabinets.

Key points (30)

  • The Company undertakes transactions denominated in foreign currencies and is exposed to exchange rate fluctuations. p.503
  • The Company actively manages currency rate exposures using derivative instruments such as foreign currency forward contracts to mitigate risks, but does not use derivatives to hedge risk exposure. p.503
  • Credit risk is exposed from operating activities (trade receivables) and financing activities, including deposits with banks and financial institutions and foreign exchange transactions. p.503
  • Liquidity risk is monitored through a planning process involving cash inflow/outflow analysis and the use of bank loans to maintain funding continuity. p.503
  • The Company has concluded that the concentration of risk with respect to refinancing its debt is low, and it has access to a sufficient variety of funding sources. p.503

Updates since the first filing

Addenda, corrigenda and the abridged prospectus, newest first.

No amendments or updates have been filed yet. They will appear here as SEBI publishes them, on this same page.

Soleos Energy Limited IPO: common questions

Short answers drawn from the filings above.

How big is the Soleos Energy Limited IPO?

Soleos Energy Limited's IPO comprises a fresh issue of 1,10,00,000 shares and an offer for sale of 90 lakh shares, according to its Draft Red Herring Prospectus. The price band has not been announced yet: draft filings leave it blank and it is set in the Red Herring Prospectus.

What are Soleos Energy Limited's revenue and profit?

Soleos Energy Limited reported revenue from operations of ₹281 Cr in FY26, +26.7% versus FY25. Net profit was ₹21 Cr (FY25: ₹25 Cr). Revenue grew at a compound rate of 73.0% a year from FY24 to FY26. Figures are read from the DRHP, as printed there.

How much do promoters own in Soleos Energy Limited?

Promoters hold 60.6% of Soleos Energy Limited before the IPO.

How will Soleos Energy Limited use the IPO money?

The fresh-issue proceeds are earmarked for: Funding capital expenditure requirement for setting up battery energy storage systems manufacturing facility with an installed capacity of 2.20 GWh (“BESS Project”) (₹114 Cr); General corporate purposes (amount not fixed yet). The offer-for-sale portion goes to the selling shareholders, not the company.

What are the red flags in Soleos Energy Limited's DRHP?

We fact-checked 40 claims from the filing against the open web: 0 raised a high concern, 3 medium and 2 low. The most notable: The search results mention a legal case involving a Managing Director of Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited, which is related to the company, but do not… The search results mention a legal case involving a Managing Director of Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited, which is related to the group, but do not… The search results do not explicitly state the exact incorporation date or the specific name 'Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited' being incorporated on… This is an automated screen, not a verdict; each finding links to its sources.

What does Soleos Energy Limited do?

Here's what almost nobody noticed about the SOLEOS ENERGY IPO: there's a legal case involving a Managing Director of Soleos Solar Energy Private Limited, and whether that connects to ongoing criminal proceedings against key management personnel is still unclear.

Who manages the Soleos Energy Limited IPO?

Book running lead managers: Beeline Capital Advisors Private Limited. Registrar to the offer: MUFG Intime India Private Limited. Shares are proposed to list on BSE and NSE.

Where can I read the original Soleos Energy Limited IPO documents?

All 1 filing for Soleos Energy Limited (DRHP) are listed on this page with links to the original PDFs on SEBI's website. Every page reference cites the exact page of the source document.

Source documents

Every page reference on this site links to the original SEBI PDF.

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DRHPDraft Red Herring Prospectus
Soleos Energy Limited – DRHP · 13 Oct 2026
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