Core4 Engineers Limited
Core4 Engineers Limited (CIN U45309KA2022PLC157463) has filed a SEBI filings with SEBI for an IPO comprising a fresh issue of 58,94,400 shares, priced at ₹88.00 to ₹93.00 per share. In FY26 it reported revenue of ₹91 Cr (+167.4% on FY25) and a net profit of ₹12 Cr. Promoters hold 82.1% before the IPO. Our earlier look-up of its claims found no medium or high concerns across 5 claims looked up.
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.
- ValuationLooks fine15.6x P/EFrom BSE's price band, on FY26 profit; 6.2x book value.
- GrowthLooks fine65.2% a yearSales FY24 to FY26; latest year +167.4%.p.88
- ProfitabilityLooks fine13.5% net marginFY26; operating margin steady.p.88
- DebtLook closer1.02x equity₹31.6 crore borrowed at the end of FY26.p.88
- Profit into cashConcern-87% of profitOperations brought in ₹-10.8 crore against ₹12.4 crore of profit in FY26.p.88
- One-off incomeLooks fine3% of profitOther and one-off income is 3% of pre-tax profit.
- Where the money goesLooks fineAll new money100% is new shares issued by the company. (converted using BSE's price band)p.119
- Red flagsLooks fineNone serious5 claims looked up earlier: 0 high, 0 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: Earlier web look-ups of the filing's claims: 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 Core4 Engineers Limited is offering, at what price, and who owns it today. Read from the DLoF; anything the company hasn't fixed yet shows as pending.
Bidding 23 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2026.
- Fresh issue
- ₹55 Cr
- Offer for sale
- Nil
- Price band
- ₹88.00 – ₹93.00
- Shares today
- 1.48 Cr
- Face value
- ₹10
- Listing on
- BSESME
- Bidding
- 23 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2026
Where the money goes
of a ₹45 Cr fresh issue (net proceeds)
| Object | ₹ crore | % of issue |
|---|---|---|
| Acquisitions Funding capital expenditure for the acquisition of a property comprising land and an manufacturing facility and corporate office; | 4.1 | 9.2% |
| Working capital Funding incremental working capital requirements; and | 40 | 91% |
| General corporate General corporate purposes | Not fixed yet | n/a |
Amounts marked “not fixed yet” are left blank in the draft and are set once the price is decided. Source: page 119
Who owns it
As stated in the filing. The full shareholding table could not be cross-checked.
Valuation
| At the price band | Low end | High end |
|---|---|---|
| Price per share | ₹88.00 | ₹93.00 |
| Market cap after IPO | ₹182 Cr | ₹192 Cr |
| P/E (FY26 profit) | 14.71x | 15.55x |
| Price / book value | 5.86x | 6.19x |
| Price / sales | 1.99x | 2.11x |
Post-issue market cap divided by FY26 figures from the filing. A loss-making company has no P/E. Total issue size at the top of the band: ₹55 Cr. Price band is from BSE; not yet stated in this filing.
Financials
What Core4 Engineers Limited earned and how, read straight from its DLoF.
| Metric | FY24 | FY25 | FY26 | 3M Jun-26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Profit & loss | ||||
| Sales | 33 | 34 | 91 | 46 |
| Sales growth | – | 2.1% | 167.4% | – |
| Operating profit | 5.5 | 7.2 | 19 | 9.3 |
| Operating margin | 16.5% | 21.1% | 21.0% | 20.4% |
| Other income | 0.18 | 0.44 | 0.45 | 0.12 |
| Interest | 1.5 | 2.2 | 3.1 | 1.1 |
| Depreciation | 0.07 | 0.05 | 0.06 | 0.01 |
| Profit before tax | 4.1 | 5.4 | 17 | 8.3 |
| Profit before tax excl. other & one-off income | 3.9 | 4.9 | 16 | 8.2 |
| Other & one-off income as % of PBT | 4.3% | 8.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Tax rate | 29.3% | 28.9% | 25.2% | 25.7% |
| Net profit | 2.9 | 3.8 | 12 | 6.2 |
| Net margin | 8.6% | 11.2% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| Balance sheet | ||||
| Net worth | 6.4 | 19 | 31 | 37 |
| Borrowings | 17 | 19 | 32 | 41 |
| Total assets | 32 | 67 | 116 | 145 |
| Debt / equity | 2.60x | 0.99x | 1.02x | 1.09x |
| Return on equity | 44.9% | 20.4% | 39.8% | – |
| Cash flow | ||||
| Cash from operations | -13 | -8.6 | -11 | -8.3 |
| Cash from investing | -1.8 | 0.32 | 0.07 | 0.11 |
| Cash from financing | 12 | 8.6 | 11 | 8.1 |
How they earn
Where the revenue comes from. Each split adds up to the reported sales.
Revenue breakdown
₹ crore · Source p.39| Segment | FY24 | FY25 | FY26 | 3M Jun-26 | Share of 3M Jun-26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka | 13 | 15 | 78 | 43 | 95.0% |
| Kerala | 2.2 | 0.61 | 0.28 | 0.89 | 2.0% |
| Tamil Nadu | 5.8 | 5.2 | 3.3 | 0.59 | 1.3% |
| Telangana | 1.7 | 4.4 | 0.15 | 0.27 | 0.6% |
| Maharashtra | 0.00 | 1.3 | 1.0 | 0.25 | 0.5% |
| Chhattisgarh | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.42 | 0.19 | 0.4% |
| Odisha | 2.0 | 2.5 | 1.9 | 0.08 | 0.2% |
| Andhra Pradesh | 7.3 | 4.0 | -0.01 | 0.00 | 0.0% |
| Delhi | 0.86 | 0.20 | 0.36 | 0.00 | 0.0% |
| Jammu Kashmir | 0.00 | 0.91 | 2.7 | 0.00 | 0.0% |
| Pradesh | 0.23 | 0.30 | 1.0 | 0.00 | 0.0% |
| Uttar Pradesh | 0.00 | 0.00 | 1.9 | 0.00 | 0.0% |
| Rajasthan | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.17 | 0.00 | 0.0% |
Full statements
As printed in the filing's summary financial information, converted to ₹ crore.
| Line item | FY24 | FY25 | FY26 | 3M Jun-26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from operations | 33 | 34 | 91 | 46 |
| Other income | 0.18 | 0.44 | 0.45 | 0.12 |
| 34 | 35 | 92 | 46 | |
| Income | ||||
| Finance Costs | 1.5 | 2.2 | 3.1 | 1.1 |
| Depreciation & Amortisation Expenses | 0.07 | 0.05 | 0.06 | 0.01 |
| 30 | 29 | 75 | 37 | |
| Expenses | ||||
| Profit before tax | 4.1 | 5.4 | 17 | 8.3 |
| Net profit for the period/ year after tax | 2.9 | 3.8 | 12 | 6.2 |
| 10.31 | 13.28 | 8.36 | 4.17 | |
| Tax expenses | ||||
| Earnings per equity share: | ||||
| Line item | FY24 | FY25 | FY26 | 3M Jun-26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.4 | 19 | 31 | 37 | |
| Summary Derived from our Restated Consolidated Financial Information | ||||
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | ||||
| Shareholders’ funds | ||||
| Long-term borrowings | 1.3 | 1.7 | 2.3 | 5.6 |
| 2.0 | 2.5 | 3.1 | 6.5 | |
| Non-current liabilities | ||||
| Short-term borrowings | 15 | 17 | 29 | 35 |
| 1.0 | 1.2 | 2.6 | 3.3 | |
| Current liabilities | ||||
| Trade payables | ||||
| 23 | 46 | 82 | 102 | |
| - Total outstanding dues of | ||||
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 32 | 67 | 116 | 145 |
| Property, plant and equipment | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| 2.2 | 2.7 | 3.2 | 3.2 | |
| ASSETS | ||||
| Non-current assets | ||||
| Inventories | 10 | 14 | 14 | 12 |
| Trade receivables | 7.6 | 36 | 75 | 102 |
| 30 | 64 | 113 | 142 | |
| Current Assets | ||||
| TOTAL ASSETS | 32 | 67 | 116 | 145 |
| Line item | FY24 | FY25 | FY26 | 3M Jun-26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Profit before Extraordinary items | 4.1 | 5.4 | 17 | 8.3 |
| -13 | -8.6 | -11 | -8.3 | |
| Adjustments: | ||||
| Operating Profit before Working | ||||
| Movements in working capital: | ||||
| (Increase)/Decrease in Trade | ||||
| (Increase)/Decrease in Trade | ||||
| (Increase)/Decrease in Other | ||||
| (Increase) /Decrease in Short Term | ||||
| Increase/ (Decrease) in Other | ||||
| -1.8 | 0.32 | 0.07 | 0.11 | |
| Fixed assets purchased including | ||||
| (Increase)/Decrease in Intangible | ||||
| (Increase)/Decrease in Long Term | ||||
| (Increase)/Decrease in Other NonCurrent Investments- - - - | ||||
| 12 | 8.6 | 11 | 8.1 | |
| Increase/(Decrease) in Long-Term | ||||
| Net Increase / (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (A+B+C) | -3.1 | 0.27 | 0.11 | -0.12 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the year/period | 3.1 | 0.01 | 0.28 | 0.39 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year | 0.01 | 0.28 | 0.39 | 0.27 |
Discounted cash flow
What Core4 Engineers Limited's cash flow would be worth today. Change the rate, time period or growth to see how sensitive the answer is.
Starts from FY26 net profit of ₹12 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. Per share uses the shares outstanding after the IPO at the top of the band. 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.
You might have heard that Core4 Engineers Limited just signed a deal with CDSL, but the only thing we actually know for sure is that CDSL is currently handling a separate, unrelated case in court.
From Loss to Value: The Core4 Engineers IPO
So how is a company that lost money three years ago suddenly worth this much? On page 42 of their own filing, the company states that the net profit for the financial year ended March 31, 2024, was Rs. 5.24 crore. That is a massive turnaround from the Rs. 1.41 crore loss recorded in the previous year. In fact, that profit figure is more than double the loss they suffered two years ago. This jump from a loss to a profit is the core story driving the valuation.
Read more · 2 points, 6 supporting facts
How did a loss company turn around?
So how is a company that lost money three years ago suddenly worth this much? On page 144 of the prospectus, the company itself admits that cash from operations was negative 11 crore against a profit of 12 crore. That's a massive reversal. In FY26, revenue jumped 167.4% to 91 crore, growing 65.2% year-on-year. But look at the balance sheet: share capital grew from 2.8 crore to 14.8 crore, while total shareholders' funds rose from 6.4 crore to 31.1 crore. That's a 482% increase in equity, turning a cash-draining operation into a capital-rich one.
Read more · 1 point, 4 supporting facts
Private Sector Dependence and Payment Risks
So how does a business that relies on private clients suddenly face a slowdown? The company itself states that a majority of its revenue comes from private-sector customers, accounting for 88.59% of revenue for the period ended June 30, 2026. This means nearly nine out of ten rupees earned come from these private buyers. If private customers slow down their spending or stop paying, the cash flows could dry up, making it hard to fund future projects.
Read more · 2 points, 8 supporting facts
Promoters and Related Party Transactions
So how does a company that lost money three years ago suddenly hold such a large chunk of ownership? The filing says promoters currently hold 82.1% of Core4 Engineers Limited before the IPO. In its own draft red herring prospectus, the company explicitly states it plans to spend Rs. 4 crore on capital expenditure for a property acquisition, plus Rs. 40 crore for working capital. This means the promoters are effectively funding the company's immediate growth with their own cash reserves. They are not just passive shareholders; they are actively injecting capital to support operations. This direct injection of funds explains why the ownership percentage is so high immediately prior to the offering.
Read more · 1 point, 3 supporting facts
Bottom line
So the numbers paint a picture of a company that turned a loss into a profit and a cash drain into a capital-rich entity, but the real story lies in the private sector dependence and the risks tied to government contracts that the filing highlights. That's the picture the filing paints -- what you make of it is up to you.
Red flags from earlier look-ups
For this filing we looked up selected claims (promoters, court cases, subsidiaries) on the open web earlier. We no longer check what a filing says; SEBI reviews it.
- ClearLitigation
Central Depositary Services Limited
100% confidenceWhat the filing saysThe Company has entered into an agreement with Central Depositary Services Limited dated May 19, 2025.
What we foundThe search results provide various documents and information related to Central Depositary Services Limited (CDSL), including litigation, adjudication orders, and general investor complaints. However, none of the provided snippets directly corroborate or contradict the specific claim that Core4 Engineers Limited entered into an agreement with CDSL on May 19, 2025.
- ClearLitigation
Core4 Engineers Limited
90% confidenceWhat the filing saysA notice was issued to a Director under Section accounts, 274 read with Section 272A(1)(d) of the Income-tax Act, 1961 alleging non-compliance with notices during assessment proceedings.
What we foundThe search results reference legal cases and filings involving M/s. Core 4 Engineers Pvt Ltd and Core4 Engineers Limited, but none of the provided snippets directly confirm or deny the specific allegation regarding a notice issued under Section accounts, 274 read with Section 272A(1)(d) of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
- ClearLitigation
Core4 Engineers Limited
50% confidenceWhat the filing saysThe Company has not been referred to NCLT under the Insolvency Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
What we foundThe search results indicate that there are legal cases involving Core4 Engineers, such as a dispute with the Union of India and police FIRs, suggesting past legal proceedings. However, the results do not explicitly confirm or deny a specific referral to NCLT under the Insolvency Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
- ClearLitigation
Iifl Finance Limited
30% confidenceWhat the filing saysOutstanding unsecured borrowings from Iifl Finance Limited were 22.65 Lakhs as on June 30, 2026.
What we foundThe search results indicate that there are various legal proceedings and disputes involving IIFL Finance Limited, including court cases and issues related to repayment defaults and settlement agreements. However, none of the provided snippets directly confirm or deny the specific figure of 22.65 Lakhs outstanding unsecured borrowings as of June 30, 2026.
- ClearLitigation
Engineers Private Limited
20% confidenceWhat the filing saysThe Company was formed by converting the erstwhile Core4 Engineers Partnership firm to Core4 Engineers Private Limited on February 03, 2022.
What we foundThe provided search results do not contain direct information confirming or denying the formation of Core4 Engineers Limited by converting a partnership firm on February 03, 2022. The search results reference various legal cases involving different entities and dates, which do not directly corroborate the specific claim.
Updates since the first filing
Addenda, corrigenda and the abridged prospectus, newest first.
An earlier full draft. The main analysis above reflects the latest version; open the document to compare.
Core4 Engineers Limited IPO: common questions
Short answers drawn from the filings above.
How big is the Core4 Engineers Limited IPO?
Core4 Engineers Limited's IPO comprises a fresh issue of 58,94,400 shares, according to its SEBI filings. The price band is ₹88.00 to ₹93.00 per share.
What are Core4 Engineers Limited's revenue and profit?
Core4 Engineers Limited reported revenue from operations of ₹91 Cr in FY26, +167.4% versus FY25. Net profit was ₹12 Cr (FY25: ₹3.8 Cr). Revenue grew at a compound rate of 65.2% a year from FY24 to FY26. Figures are read from the DLoF, as printed there.
How much do promoters own in Core4 Engineers Limited?
Promoters hold 82.1% of Core4 Engineers Limited before the IPO.
How will Core4 Engineers Limited use the IPO money?
The fresh-issue proceeds are earmarked for: Funding capital expenditure for the acquisition of a property comprising land and an manufacturing facility and corporate office; (₹4.1 Cr); Funding incremental working capital requirements; and (₹40 Cr); General corporate purposes (amount not fixed yet).
What are the red flags in Core4 Engineers Limited's filing?
Earlier, we looked up 5 claims from the filing on the open web (we no longer do this, since SEBI reviews the filing): 0 raised a high concern, 0 medium and 0 low. This is an automated screen, not a verdict; each finding links to its sources.
What does Core4 Engineers Limited do?
You might have heard that Core4 Engineers Limited just signed a deal with CDSL, but the only thing we actually know for sure is that CDSL is currently handling a separate, unrelated case in court.
Who manages the Core4 Engineers Limited IPO?
Book running lead managers: Socradamus Capital Private Limited. Registrar to the offer: Private Limited. Shares are proposed to list on BSE.
Where can I read the original Core4 Engineers Limited IPO documents?
All 1 filing for Core4 Engineers Limited (DLoF) 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.
| Document | Source |
|---|---|
DLoFDraft letter of offer Core4 Engineers Limited · 22 Oct 2026 |