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EMA Partners IPO

Listed SME NSE SME · Diversified Commercial Services

Price Band

₹117.0–124.0

Issue Size

₹76.01 Cr

Lot Size

1,000 shares

Min Investment

₹124,000

GMP

Grey Market Premium — the unofficial premium buyers are currently willing to pay over the issue price once this IPO lists. It's an informal market estimate, not guaranteed, and can move daily right up to listing day. Learn more: GMP vs Kostak vs Sauda →

+₹64.0 (51.61%)

Issue Price

₹124.0

Subject to Sauda

A separate grey-market deal made before allotment is known: a buyer agrees to pay you this amount for your IPO application — but only if you actually get allotted shares. No allotment means no payment either way. This is different from "Kostak," a similarly-named rate that's paid regardless of whether the application gets allotted — TopFund shows the Sauda rate because that's what our data source provides. Learn more: GMP vs Kostak vs Sauda →

₹48600

Paid only if allotted

EMA Partners IPO AI Summary

  • EMA Partners IPO is listed on NSE SME in the Diversified Commercial Services sector.
  • Price band: ₹117.0–₹124.0 per share, lot size 1,000 shares (min. investment ₹124,000).
  • Subscription window: 17 Jan–21 Jan 2025, listing on 24 Jan 2025.
  • Current GMP is +₹64.0 (51.61%), an estimated listing price of ₹188 — unofficial and can change daily.

EMA Partners India Limited is an executive search firm with a strong focus on leadership hiring solutions. The company is seeking to raise funds through its IPO to enhance its operations and expand its capabilities. With a competitive position in the market and a solid growth strategy, investors may find this IPO worth considering.

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EMA Partners IPO — Third-Party Research Views

Reviews below reflect analyst calls made before this IPO closed on 21 Jan 2025 — not a current signal.

May Apply 25 Jul

Recommendations are sourced from third-party research firms and are not TopFund's own investment advice.

Important Dates

IPO Open Date
Fri, 17 Jan 2025
IPO Close Date
Tue, 21 Jan 2025
Allotment Date
Wed, 22 Jan 2025
Refund Initiation
Thu, 23 Jan 2025
Credit of Shares
Thu, 23 Jan 2025
Listing Date
Fri, 24 Jan 2025
Listing Price
₹188.0 +51.61%

Subscription Status

Subscription data unavailable

EMA Partners IPO Grey Market Premium (GMP) Today

GMP

+₹64.0

GMP %

+51.61%

Est. Listing

₹188.0

Updated: 25 Jul 2026 14:15

About the Company

Incorporated in 2003, EMA Partners India Limited is an executive search firm offering specialized hiring solutions. The company provides various leadership hiring solutions to clients across various sectors, successfully recruiting business and functional leaders globally. The company offers two services: Executive Search Leadership Advisory The company Headquartered in Mumbai, the company expanded globally with subsidiaries in Singapore (2010), Dubai (EMA Partners, 2017), and Dubai (James Douglas, 2022) to access global talent. EMA Partners India oversees the company and its subsidiaries in India, Singapore, and Dubai, specializing in C-suite and board-level hiring. James Douglas focuses on mid-to-senior-level recruitment across industries. MyRCloud is an AI-driven platform for efficient entry and middle management hiring, streamlining recruitment processes. Competitive Strengths Experienced leadership and Management Team Long-standing and deep relationships with clients leading to recurring business Extensive functional knowledge and expertise across industry sectors. Robust technology tools, SaaS platform, and process in place to create operational efficiency. As of November 30, 2024, the company had 117 full-time employees.

Company Financials (₹ Cr)

As of 2024-07-31

Period Ended 31 Jul 2024 31 Mar 2024 31 Mar 2023 31 Mar 2022
Assets 75.05 76.59 53.26 58.50
Total Income 26.33 68.83 51.06 57.87
Profit After Tax 4.37 14.27 3.07 11.27
NET Worth 57.83 53.74 39.46 38.88
Reserves and Surplus 58.06 53.97 39.93 39.39
Total Borrowing 7.24 7.58 0.56 3.90

Key Ratios

EPS

₹7.97

NAV

₹31.61

RoNW

30.63%

P/B Value

3.92

P/E Ratio

15.56

Market Cap

₹288.26 Cr

PAT Margin

20.74%

Peer Comparison

Company NAV RoNW P/E (x) EPS Basic
Teamlease Services Ltd 474.32 14.05% 46.3 62.87
Quess Corp Ltd 178.19 9.85% 35.29 18.72
EMA Partners India Limited This IPO 31.61 30.63% — 8.4

Promoters

Krishnan Sudarshan and Subramanian Krishnaprakash

Objects of the Issue

The Company proposes to utilise the Net Proceeds from the Issue towards the following objects: # Issue Objects Est Amt (₹ Cr.) 1 Augmenting Leadership Team for (a) the Company and (b) its subsidiaries 25.53 2 Capital expenditure towards upgrading the existing IT infrastructure for (a) the Company and (b) its subsidiaries 6.45 3 Repayment and/or pre-payment, in full, of the borrowing availed by Company with respect to purchase of office premises 5.43 4 General corporate purposes and Unidentified Inorganic Acquisitions 22.07 5 Issue Expenses 7.66 Total 67.14

IPO Evaluation

Generated 23 Sep 2026

Revenue Trend

Total Income was ₹57.87 Cr for the period ending 31 Mar 2022, then increased to ₹51.06 Cr by 31 Mar 2023. However, it rose significantly to ₹68.83 Cr by 31 Mar 2024, before dropping to ₹26.33 Cr for the period ending 31 Jul 2024, though this is a 9-month figure, not a full year, so isn't directly comparable.

Profit Trend

Profit After Tax was ₹11.27 Cr for the period ending 31 Mar 2022, increasing to ₹3.07 Cr by 31 Mar 2023. It further rose to ₹14.27 Cr by 31 Mar 2024, but then fell to ₹4.37 Cr for the period ending 31 Jul 2024, though this is a 9-month figure, not a full year, so isn't directly comparable.

Valuation

At the issue price of ₹124.0, EMA Partners India Limited has an implied P/E ratio of 15.56 based on its EPS of ₹7.97. This is lower than its peers, which are trading at P/E ratios ranging from 35.29 to 46.3.

Grey Market Premium, Explained

The Grey Market Premium (GMP) indicates the expected premium at which the shares may list on the stock exchange compared to the issue price. A positive GMP suggests strong demand in the grey market, while a negative GMP indicates weak demand.

Who This IPO Suits

Investors comfortable with short-term volatility and a long-term horizon typically weigh IPOs like this against their own investment strategies and risk tolerance. It's essential to consider the company's growth potential and market conditions.

Who May Want to Wait

Investors who prefer stable, well-established companies with predictable earnings may want to avoid this IPO, as it operates in a competitive sector and may experience fluctuations in revenue and profit.

IPO Timeline, Explained

The IPO opens for subscription on January 17, 2025, and closes on January 21, 2025. Allotment of shares is expected on January 22, 2025, with the listing date set for January 24, 2025.

Listing Gains — The Risk

Listing-day gains can be unpredictable and are influenced by market sentiment, demand for the stock, and overall market conditions. Investors should be prepared for the possibility of volatility on the listing day.

This evaluation is generated from EMA Partners's own public IPO filing data for educational purposes and is not investment advice or a recommendation to apply, subscribe to, or avoid this issue — see Broker Recommendations below for named third-party research views (clearly attributed, not TopFund's own). TopFund is not a SEBI-registered investment adviser — see our Disclaimer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EMA Partners IPO GMP today?

EMA Partners IPO GMP today is +₹64.0 (51.61%), indicating an estimated listing price of ₹188. GMP is an unofficial grey-market indicator and can change daily.

What is the price band of EMA Partners IPO?

The price band of EMA Partners IPO is ₹117.0–₹124.0 per share.

When does EMA Partners IPO open and close?

EMA Partners IPO opens on 17 January 2025 and closes on 21 January 2025.

When does EMA Partners IPO list on the stock exchange?

EMA Partners IPO listed on 24 January 2025 at ₹188.0.

What is the lot size for EMA Partners IPO?

The lot size for EMA Partners IPO is 1000 shares, requiring a minimum investment of ₹124,000.

What is the lot size for this IPO?

The lot size for EMA Partners' IPO is 1000 shares.

What is the minimum investment required?

The minimum investment required is ₹124,000.

What is the price band for the IPO?

The price band for the IPO is between ₹117.0 and ₹124.0.

When is the listing date?

The listing date for the IPO is January 24, 2025.

What does GMP mean?

GMP stands for Grey Market Premium, which indicates the expected premium at which the shares may list compared to the issue price.

Issue Details

Issue Type SME Book Built
Issue Size ₹76.01 Cr
Price Band ₹117.0 – ₹124.0
Issue Price ₹124.0
Lot Size 1,000 shares
Min Investment ₹124,000
Exchange NSE SME
Sector Diversified Commercial Services
Open Date 17 Jan 2025
Close Date 21 Jan 2025
Allotment 22 Jan 2025
Listing Date 24 Jan 2025

Investor Allocation

QIB (Institutional) 50%
NII / HNI 15%
Retail (RII) 35%

Registrar

Bigshare Services Pvt.Ltd.

Lead Managers / Book Running

Indorient Financial Services Ltd.

IPO Timeline

Open

17 Jan 2025

Close

21 Jan 2025

Allotment

22 Jan 2025

Listing

24 Jan 2025

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