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Zenith Drugs IPO

Listed SME NSE SME · Pharmaceuticals

Price Band

₹75.0–79.0

Issue Size

₹40.68 Cr

Lot Size

1,600 shares

Min Investment

₹126,400

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 →

+₹35.0 (44.3%)

Issue Price

₹79.0

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 →

₹42600

Paid only if allotted

Zenith Drugs IPO AI Summary

  • Zenith Drugs IPO is listed on NSE SME in the Pharmaceuticals sector.
  • Price band: ₹75.0–₹79.0 per share, lot size 1,600 shares (min. investment ₹126,400).
  • Subscription window: 19 Feb–22 Feb 2024, listing on 27 Feb 2024.
  • Current GMP is +₹35.0 (44.3%), an estimated listing price of ₹114 — unofficial and can change daily.

Zenith Drugs Limited is a pharmaceutical company with a focus on affordable generic medicines and a commitment to quality. The IPO aims to raise funds for expansion and operational purposes, with a promising market presence and a solid product portfolio.

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Zenith Drugs IPO — Third-Party Research Views

Reviews below reflect analyst calls made before this IPO closed on 22 Feb 2024 — not a current signal.

May Apply 25 Jul

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Important Dates

IPO Open Date
Mon, 19 Feb 2024
IPO Close Date
Thu, 22 Feb 2024
Allotment Date
Fri, 23 Feb 2024
Refund Initiation
Mon, 26 Feb 2024
Credit of Shares
Mon, 26 Feb 2024
Listing Date
Tue, 27 Feb 2024
Listing Price
₹114.0 +44.3%

Subscription Status

Subscription data unavailable

Zenith Drugs IPO Grey Market Premium (GMP) Today

GMP

+₹35.0

GMP %

+44.3%

Est. Listing

₹114.0

Updated: 25 Jul 2026 14:07

About the Company

Incorporated in 2000, Zenith Drugs Limited is a pharmaceutical company specialising in manufacturing and trading high-quality, affordable medicines, including generic drugs. The company adheres to WHO-GMP guidelines and has received the ISO 9001:2015 certification from a respected EuroUK certification body, demonstrating its commitment to quality. The product portfolio of the company includes ORS Powder; Liquid Orals; Ointments; Liquid Externals; and Capsules The Food & Drugs Administration has approved over 600 products, of which 325 are currently in production. The company is in the process of setting up a new manufacturing facility in Village Muradpura, Depalpur, Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The company supplies its products to countries such as Costa Rica in Central America and the Caribbean and Pacific regions, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Sudan, Tanzania, Bhutan , Cambodia in Southeast Asia, Tajikistan, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Conakry. Zenith Drugs Limited specializes in third-party manufacturing, also known as white label manufacturing, for esteemed pharmaceutical companies such as Ajanta Pharma, Bio Medical Laboratories, and Zest Pharma, among others. There are currently 89 employees as of March 31, 2023 - 61 on payroll and 28 on contract.

Company Financials (₹ Cr)

As of 2023-09-30

Period Ended 30 Sep 2023 31 Mar 2023 31 Mar 2022
Assets 112.49 97.94 68.58
Total Income 69.48 115.70 92.67
Profit After Tax 5.39 5.15 3.13
NET Worth 22.65 17.24 12.09
Reserves and Surplus 10.65 16.84 11.69
Total Borrowing 29.03 26.05 18.81

Key Ratios

EPS

₹4.29

NAV

₹431.10

ROE

35.13%

ROCE

37.29%

RoNW

29.88%

P/B Value

5.50

P/E Ratio

18.4

Market Cap

₹135.48 Cr

PAT Margin

4.50%

Debt/Equity

1.51

Peer Comparison

Company RoNW P/E (x) EPS Basic EPS Diluted NAV
Sigachi Industries Limited 18.75% 28.64 13.52 13.52 —
Sudarshan Pharma Industries Ltd 13.07% 41.11 5.48 5.48 —
Zenith Drugs Limited This IPO 29.88% 18.4 4.29 4.29 14.37

Promoters

Sandeep Bhardwaj, Bhupesh Soni and Ajay Singh Dassundi

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 Purchase of Machinery & Equipments for Setting up New Unit 10.61 2 Existing Manufacturing Block Upgradation 2.11 3 Working Capital Requirements 14.40 4 General Corporate Purposes 8.84 Total 35.96

IPO Evaluation

Generated 23 Sep 2026

Revenue Trend

Total Income was ₹92.67 Cr in the period ending 31 Mar 2022, increasing to ₹115.70 Cr by 31 Mar 2023. However, it decreased to ₹69.48 Cr by 30 Sep 2023, though this is a 9-month figure, not a full year, so isn't directly comparable.

Profit Trend

Profit After Tax was ₹3.13 Cr in the period ending 31 Mar 2022, rising to ₹5.15 Cr by 31 Mar 2023, and further increasing to ₹5.39 Cr by 30 Sep 2023.

Valuation

Zenith Drugs Limited's implied P/E at the issue price is 18.4, priced at roughly 18.4 trailing earnings, versus peers trading at P/E ratios of 28.64 for Sigachi Industries Limited and 41.11 for Sudarshan Pharma Industries Ltd.

Grey Market Premium, Explained

The Grey Market Premium (GMP) is an indicator of the expected listing price of an IPO based on unofficial trading before its official listing. A positive GMP suggests that the stock may list at a higher price than the issue price, while a negative GMP indicates the opposite.

Who This IPO Suits

Investors comfortable with short-term volatility and a long-term horizon typically weigh IPOs like this against their overall portfolio strategy and risk tolerance. It's essential to consider the company's fundamentals and market conditions before making a decision.

Who May Want to Wait

Investors averse to risk or those who prefer stable, established companies may want to avoid IPOs like this, which can be subject to market fluctuations and uncertainties.

IPO Timeline, Explained

The IPO opens for subscription on February 19, 2024, and closes on February 22, 2024. Allotment of shares is expected on February 23, 2024, with the listing date set for February 27, 2024.

Listing Gains — The Risk

Listing-day gains can be unpredictable and may not reflect the stock's long-term performance. Investors should be aware that while some IPOs experience significant gains on their first day, others may decline in value shortly after listing.

This evaluation is generated from Zenith Drugs'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 Zenith Drugs IPO GMP today?

Zenith Drugs IPO GMP today is +₹35.0 (44.3%), indicating an estimated listing price of ₹114. GMP is an unofficial grey-market indicator and can change daily.

What is the price band of Zenith Drugs IPO?

The price band of Zenith Drugs IPO is ₹75.0–₹79.0 per share.

When does Zenith Drugs IPO open and close?

Zenith Drugs IPO opens on 19 February 2024 and closes on 22 February 2024.

When does Zenith Drugs IPO list on the stock exchange?

Zenith Drugs IPO listed on 27 February 2024 at ₹114.0.

What is the lot size for Zenith Drugs IPO?

The lot size for Zenith Drugs IPO is 1600 shares, requiring a minimum investment of ₹126,400.

What is the price band for the Zenith Drugs IPO?

The price band for the Zenith Drugs IPO is ₹75.0 to ₹79.0.

What is the minimum investment required for this IPO?

The minimum investment required is ₹126,400.

When does the Zenith Drugs IPO open and close?

The IPO opens on February 19, 2024, and closes on February 22, 2024.

What does GMP mean?

GMP stands for Grey Market Premium, indicating the expected premium or discount at which a stock may list compared to its issue price.

What is the lot size for the Zenith Drugs IPO?

The lot size for the Zenith Drugs IPO is 1,600 shares.

Issue Details

Issue Type SME Book Built
Issue Size ₹40.68 Cr
Price Band ₹75.0 – ₹79.0
Issue Price ₹79.0
Lot Size 1,600 shares
Min Investment ₹126,400
Exchange NSE SME
Sector Pharmaceuticals
Open Date 19 Feb 2024
Close Date 22 Feb 2024
Allotment 23 Feb 2024
Listing Date 27 Feb 2024

Investor Allocation

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

Registrar

Bigshare Services Pvt.Ltd.

Lead Managers / Book Running

Gretex Corporate Services Ltd.

IPO Timeline

Open

19 Feb 2024

Close

22 Feb 2024

Allotment

23 Feb 2024

Listing

27 Feb 2024

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