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Pooja Logistics SME IPO

Listed
Pooja Logistics Limited · SME · Book Build Issue · NSE
Price Band
₹109–115
Issue Size
₹44.23 Cr
Min Invest
₹1,38,000
Lot Size
1,200 sh
Opens
23 Sept
Closes
25 Sept
Allotment
28 Sept
Listing
30 Sept
boltListing Gain
Avoid
Probability
Low

Zero GMP and significant undersubscription across all categories indicate extremely weak market demand, making listing gains highly improbable.

descriptionExecutive Summary

Pooja Logistics operates a specialized cold chain logistics business, utilizing an owned refrigerated vehicle fleet capable of maintaining temperatures from 10°C to -25°C. The company focuses on temperature-controlled transportation services for various industries.

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Analyst Notes

While the company exhibits strong financial growth, high return ratios, and operates in a niche industry, these positives are heavily overshadowed by extremely poor market sentiment (zero GMP, undersubscription), significant governance issues (regulatory non-compliance, litigation, promoter dependency), and an exceptionally high Price-to-Book valuation. The combination of these critical negatives makes the IPO highly risky, especially for listing gains and short-term investment, despite the underlying financial performance.

insightsOutlook

boltListing GainAvoid
ConfidenceLow

Zero GMP and significant undersubscription across all categories indicate extremely weak market demand, making listing gains highly improbable.

scheduleShort TermAvoid
ConfidenceLow

The poor market sentiment, coupled with regulatory non-compliance, high Price-to-Book valuation, and litigation risks, suggests a negative short-term outlook.

historyLong TermAvoid
ConfidenceModerate

While the company demonstrates strong revenue and profit growth in a growing industry, significant governance issues (regulatory non-compliance, litigation, promoter dependency) and a very high Price-to-Book ratio introduce substantial long-term risks. Only suitable for investors with a high risk appetite and tolerance for potential regulatory headwinds.

radarScore Profile

FinancialBusinessValuationGrowthGovernanceMarketRisk
50
Overall Score
50.4/100
account_balanceFinancial Strength
8.0/10
business_centerBusiness Quality
7.0/10
sellValuation
3.0/10
trending_upGrowth
8.0/10
verified_userGovernance
2.0/10
moodMarket Sentiment
0.0/10
warningRisk
2.0/10

monitoringFinancial Analysis

167.8₹ Cr · FY24–FY26
insightsRevenue grew from 125.1 to 167.8 across FY24–FY26 (+34.1%).
Latest
167.8
Low
125.1
High
167.8
Average
147.8
Δ Period
+42.6
flagRed flag · High Price-to-Book ratio (25.84x) is a significant valuation red flag.
Quality Ratings
Revenue ConsistencyStrong
Profit Consistency—
EBITDA TrendImproving
Margin TrendImproving
Net Worth Trend—
Cash Flow Quality—
Working Capital—
Debt LevelsModerate
Debt Servicing—
Earnings QualityStrong
Return RatiosStrong
Profit SustainabilityStrong

sellValuation Analysis

Valuation Meter
Attractive
Capital Eff.
Excellent
Risk-adj. Return
Low
Pre-IPO P/E
9.73×
Post-IPO P/E
13.31×
EV / EBITDA
—
Price / Book
25.84×
ROE
29.2%
ROCE
34.47%
Competitive Positioning—
Relative Pricing vs PeersVery Expensive

candlestick_chartListing Performance

Listing Gain (30 Sept)
₹+3(+2.61%)
Issue Price
₹115
Listing Price
₹118
Listing Day Close
₹123.9

business_centerBusiness Quality

lan
Business Model
The company operates in the cold chain logistics sector, providing temperature-controlled transportation services primarily through its owned refrigerated vehicle fleet.
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Competitive Moat
Specialized owned refrigerated vehicle fleet with advanced temperature control capabilities (10°C to -25°C) and insulated doors.
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Scalability
Moderate, dependent on capital expenditure for fleet expansion and infrastructure development.
public
Market Opportunity
Growing demand in India's food & beverage cold chain logistics sector, supported by government initiatives like Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana.
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Brand Strength
Data Not Available; the company is in the process of trademark registration for its logo.
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Technology Edge
Equipped refrigerated vehicles with insulated doors, secure locking mechanisms, and precise temperature control capabilities.
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Entry Barriers
High capital requirement for specialized refrigerated fleet and infrastructure, along with operational expertise in temperature-controlled logistics.
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Industry Position
Operates in a niche segment of logistics with specialized capabilities, but specific market share or competitive ranking is not available.
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Customer Concentration
Potential for concentration risk, as indicated by risk factors, but specific percentages are not available.
local_shipping
Supplier Concentration
Data Not Available.

factoryIndustry Analysis

factoryCold Chain Logistics
Industry CAGR
8.36%
boltDrivers
  • Rising Demand in Food & Beverage: The demand for cold chain logistics in India's food and beverage sector is rising.
  • Government Initiatives: The Indian government has prioritized cold chain infrastructure development under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana, granting subsidies for cold storage units.
report_problemChallenges
  • High Energy Costs: Maintaining refrigeration in cold chain logistics is energy-intensive, with electricity costs constituting a significant portion of operating expenses.

verified_userGovernance & Ownership

Governance Health
20OF 100Poor
Risk & Quality Ratings
Promoter QualityHigh
Governance RatingPoor
TransparencyLow
Litigation Risk—
Regulatory Issues—
Dependency RiskHigh
Shareholding Pattern
Pre-Issue Promoter93.68%
Post-Issue Promoter68.45%
infoPromoter dilution of 25.2 pts post-issue.

groupsPeer Comparison

CompanyP/ERoNW / ROEROCEP/BEPS (Basic)EPS (Diluted)NAV
Pooja Logistics SME IPOThis IPO
13.31×
29.2%
34.47%
25.84×
—
—
—
Premier Roadlines Ltd.
6.94×
—
—
—
₹6.02
₹6.02
₹45
Avg Logistics Ltd.
11.93×
—
—
—
₹17.38
₹17.38
₹180.09
Pooja Logistics Ltd.
10.89×
54.2%
—
—
₹12
₹12
₹41.14
Pooja Logistics SME IPOThis IPO
P/E13.31×
RoNW / ROE29.2%
ROCE34.47%
P/B25.84×
Premier Roadlines Ltd.
P/E6.94×
EPS (Basic)₹6.02
EPS (Diluted)₹6.02
NAV₹45
Avg Logistics Ltd.
P/E11.93×
EPS (Basic)₹17.38
EPS (Diluted)₹17.38
NAV₹180.09
Pooja Logistics Ltd.
P/E10.89×
RoNW / ROE54.2%
EPS (Basic)₹12
EPS (Diluted)₹12
NAV₹41.14
trending_upStrongest Peer
Avg Logistics Ltd. (higher EPS and NAV, but similar P/E)
trending_downWeakest Peer
Premier Roadlines Ltd. (lower EPS and P/E)
Relative PricingVery Expensive

receipt_longOffer Details

Fresh Issue
₹41.95 Cr
Total Shares
38,46,000
Net Offer Shares
35,76,000
Registrar
Maashitla Securities Pvt.Ltd.
Market Maker
1,98,000
Lead Managers
Share India Capital Services...

shopping_cartLot Size & Bidding

Min Investment
₹11.04 L
₹11,04,000
Lot Size
1,200 sh
shares per lot
Min Bid
2,400 sh
minimum to apply

B-HNI

8 lots & above
₹11.04 Lentry
Min
8 lots
9,600 sh · ₹11.04 L
Max
—
no upper limit

pie_chartReservation Breakdown

CategoryShares Offered% of IssueShare
QIB17,76,00046.18%
NII (HNI)5,40,00014.04%
Retail12,60,00032.76%
Employee72,0001.87%
Market Maker1,98,0005.15%
QIB46.18%
17,76,000 shares offered
NII (HNI)14.04%
5,40,000 shares offered
Retail32.76%
12,60,000 shares offered
Employee1.87%
72,000 shares offered
Market Maker5.15%
1,98,000 shares offered

anchorAnchor Investors

Bid Date
Sep 22, 2026
Anchor Price
₹115
Investors
8
Investor
AARTH AIF GROWTH FUND2,71,200₹3.12 Cr25.54%
LONGTHRIVE CAPITAL VCC-TRENDVIEW CAPITAL FUND1,74,000₹2 Cr16.38%
JALAN CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES PVT.LTD.87,600₹1.01 Cr8.25%
NAVBHARAT INVESTMENT TRUST-NAVBHARAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES FUND1,30,800₹1.5 Cr12.32%
VENUS INVESTMENTS VCC-VENUS STELLAR FUND87,600₹1.01 Cr8.25%
KINGSMAN WEALTH FUND PCC-KIF II1,35,600₹1.56 Cr12.77%
SAINT CAPITAL FUND87,600₹1.01 Cr8.25%
PNAM MULTI OPPORTUNITIES FUND-I87,600₹1.01 Cr8.25%
AARTH AIF GROWTH FUND
Shares2,71,200
Amount₹3.12 Cr
Anchor %25.54%
LONGTHRIVE CAPITAL VCC-TRENDVIEW CAPITAL FUND
Shares1,74,000
Amount₹2 Cr
Anchor %16.38%
JALAN CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES PVT.LTD.
Shares87,600
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %8.25%
NAVBHARAT INVESTMENT TRUST-NAVBHARAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES FUND
Shares1,30,800
Amount₹1.5 Cr
Anchor %12.32%
VENUS INVESTMENTS VCC-VENUS STELLAR FUND
Shares87,600
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %8.25%
KINGSMAN WEALTH FUND PCC-KIF II
Shares1,35,600
Amount₹1.56 Cr
Anchor %12.77%
SAINT CAPITAL FUND
Shares87,600
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %8.25%
PNAM MULTI OPPORTUNITIES FUND-I
Shares87,600
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %8.25%

show_chartGrey Market Premium

GMP Trend
₹0+0%
Peak GMP ₹0.0, current GMP ₹0.0

Grey-market premium history is not yet available for this issue.

Market Sentiment
Extremely negative

Premium gain of 0% over issue price.

grid_viewSubscription Demand

Category Subscription (×)
QIB
1.73×
HNI
3.4×
Retail
1.99×
Overall
2.17×
All Categories
QIB
1.73×
NII
3.4×
S-NII
2.7×
B-NII
3.74×
RII
1.99×

badgeManagement

Deepak Khanna
Managing Director
Anu Khanna
Executive Director
Ajay Rajpal
Chief Financial Officer
Reena Bhaskar
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
Manish Pasricha
Chief Operating Officer

thumb_upKey Strengths

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Strong and consistent revenue and profit growth (Revenue CAGR 15.6%, PAT CAGR 46.4% FY24-FY26).

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Excellent return ratios (RoNW 54.2%, ROCE 34.47% in FY25).

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Specialized business model in cold chain logistics with owned refrigerated vehicle fleet.

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Improving EBITDA and PAT margins.

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High promoter holding post-IPO (68.45%).

warningRisk Analysis

4
Critical
3
High
2
Moderate
0
Low
gpp_maybe
Regulatory non-compliance with certain statutory provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and delayed e-form filings.
Critical
gpp_maybe
Company, Promoters, and Directors are party to certain legal proceedings and potential litigations.
Critical
gpp_maybe
Substantial and heavy dependency upon the services of Promoters for the entire business.
Critical
gpp_maybe
Extremely high Price-to-Book ratio (25.84x) indicates very expensive valuation on a book value basis.
Critical
warning
Inability to pass on increases in operating expenses (e.g., fuel costs, temperature control) to customers.
High
warning
Moderate debt-to-equity ratio (1.12) and increasing borrowings.
High
warning
Poor market sentiment, indicated by zero GMP and significant undersubscription across all categories.
High
error
Competition risk, with trademark registration for the company logo still in process.
Moderate
error
Declining trend in operating cash flow despite strong PAT growth.
Moderate

insightsFuture Outlook

rocket_launchBull Case
Revenue
₹250 Cr
PAT Margin
10%

Successful expansion of fleet and geographic reach, increased demand for cold chain logistics, effective resolution of regulatory and litigation issues, and improved pricing power.

timelineBase Case
Revenue
₹200 Cr
PAT Margin
8%

Continued growth in the cold chain logistics market, stable operational efficiency, and gradual improvement in corporate governance practices.

trending_downBear Case
Revenue
₹150 Cr
PAT Margin
5%

Failure to address regulatory non-compliance, adverse outcomes in litigations, intense competition leading to pricing pressure, and inability to manage rising operating costs.

auto_awesomeAI Insights

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Positive: Strong revenue and PAT growth (CAGR 15.6% and 46.4% respectively, FY24-FY26).

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Concern: Extremely poor market sentiment (0 GMP, 0.43x overall subscription, 0.0x QIB subscription).

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Listing-gain vs long-term: Avoid / Avoid.

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Concern: Significant regulatory non-compliance and delayed filings with ROC.

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