GK Energy Limited IPO

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GK Energy Limited is India’s largest pure-play provider of engineering, procurement, and commissioning (EPC) services for solar-powered agricultural water pump systems under Component B of the PM-KUSUM Scheme (as per CRISIL Report, January 2022 – July 2025). The company provides farmers with an end-to-end solution including survey, design, supply, assembly, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance.

Business Model & Services

1. Solar-Powered Pump Systems (SPPS): It includes Direct-to-Beneficiary Sales through state nodal agencies, Solar dual pump systems with water storage for local government bodies, Sales to customers placing direct orders with the company.

2. Other EPC Services: Water storage & distribution projects under Jal Jeevan Mission, Supply & installation of solar products for government agencies and Rooftop solar EPC solutions.

3. Trading Activities : It includes Sale of PV cells, solar modules, and other solar-related products.

Government Empanelments

GK Energy Limited is empanelled under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for the PM-KUSUM Scheme in Maharashtra, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, which together account for 86% of total solar pump subsidies approved under Component B of the scheme.

It also empanelled in state schemes such as Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana (Maharashtra), Pradhan Mantri Krishak Mitra Surya Yojana (Madhya Pradesh) and Saur Sujala Yojana (Chhattisgarh)

Growth & Expansion

GK Energy Limited earlier provided EPC services for rooftop solar, solar fencing, water heaters, and street lights, and was selected as a consultant for UNDP and MNRE projects in 2011–2012. The company is now expanding into rooftop solar with 5.28 MW of orders and plans backward integration by manufacturing solar panels, which form the largest cost component in its EPC projects.

Infrastructure & Workforce

i) Asset-light model: sourcing components under the GK Energy brand from vendors.

ii) Operates 12 warehouses across three states, with flexible contractor arrangements for storage.

iii) Workforce: 90 employees (March 2025) and 709 third-party workmen for installation & commissioning.

iv) Local hiring model supports rural economies through jobs, earnings, and skill development.

Objects of the GK Energy Limited IPO:

Company proposes to utilise the Net Proceeds towards funding the following objects: 1. Funding the long-term working capital requirements (₹422.46 cr) 2. General corporate purposes

GK Energy Limited IPO Details:

Open Date: Sep 19 2025
Close Date: Sep 23 2025
Total Shares: 3,03,43,790
Face Value: ₹ 2 Per Equity Share
Issue Type: Book Building
Issue Size: 464.26 Cr.
Lot Size: 98 Shares
Issue Price: ₹ 145-153 Per Equity Share
Listing At: NSE,BSE
Listing Date: Sep 26 2025

Promoters And Management:

1. Gopal Rajaram Kabra is the Chairman, Managing Director and CEO of GK Energy Limited. A Promoter associated with the company since 2008, he holds a B.Com degree and an MBA in Marketing. With over 18 years of experience in the solar power industry, he has also been a partner at Energy Marketers since 2007. He was conferred with the Udyog Ratan Award in 2013 and currently oversees overall operations and business development of the company. 2. Mehul Ajit Shah is the Whole-time Director and COO of GK Energy Limited. A Promoter associated with the company since 2008 and Director since 2011, he holds a B.Com degree and an MBA from the University of Pune. With 14+ years of solar industry experience, he is responsible for project administration and execution, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of EPC projects. 3. Navaniit Mandhaani is a Non-Executive Director of the company, appointed in 2024. He holds a B.Com degree, M.Phil in Commerce, a Ph.D. in Accounting, and a Diploma in Taxation Laws. With 18 years of experience in the education sector, he is the founder and director of Ambition’s Commerce Classes. He has been recognized with several awards, including the Lokmat Inspirators Award 2022, Mahesh Idol 2015, and the Late Shri Bhagirathji Tapadia Best Entrepreneur Award (2013–14).

Financials of GK Energy Limited IPO:

Particulars FY2024-2025 (Consolidated) FY 2023-2024 (Standalone) FY 2022-2023 (Standalone)
Revenue from Operations 1,094.80 411.00 285.00
EBITDA 199.6 53.8 17.1
EBITDA Margins 18.24% 13.09% 6.03%
PAT 133.2 36 10
PAT Margins 12.12% 8.75% 3.53%
ROCE 55.65% 50.10% 29.36%
Debt to Equity Ratio(In Times) 0.74 0.94 1.93
Operating Cash Flows -98.6 -4.86 -14.9

Comparison With Peers:

Companies Revenue (in cr) EBITDA Margins PAT Margins ROCE D/E Ratio MCap (in cr) P/E
GK Energy Limited 1,094.80 18.24% 12.12% 55.65% 0.74 3103.1 23.30
Shakti Pumps (India) Limited 2516 24% 16.20% 55.30% 0.14 10,733 26.1
Oswal Pumps Limited 1430 29% 19.60% 77.90% 0.72 9084 32.4

Lead Manager of GK Energy Limited IPO:

  1. HDFC Bank Limited
  2. IIFL Securities Ltd

Registrar of GK Energy Limited IPO:

  1. MUFG Intime India Private Limited

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