Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited

Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited: GMP, Profit, Price & expert review

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Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited is an integrated infrastructure company specializing in civil, structural, and architectural services, including hospitals, airports, and residential complexes.

Operating primarily through its Greater Noida headquarter, Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited maintains a pan-India reach, executing specialized civil and infrastructure projects across various states. Boasting a robust ₹ 982 crore order book exclusively from government clients, it holds a significant, growing presence in the public-sector EPC market.

Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited was incorporated on July 24, 2009 & is currently led by Mr. Ashok Kumar Sharma.

Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited has filed DRHP with SEBI for a proposed IPO with an issue size of 49,93,200 Equity Shares consisting entirely as Fresh Issue of 49,93,200 Equity Shares and no Offer for Sale (OFS).

Subscription date to apply for the IPO is yet to be announced. Price band for the IPO is also pending to be declared.

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Issue Size:49,93,200 Equity Shares
Fresh Issue:49,93,200 Equity Shares
Offer for Sale:00 Equity Shares
Price Range:TBA
Lot Size:TBA
GMPPending

Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited important data points

Revenue, PAT, EBITDA

YearFiscal 2025
Networth₹ 119.1
Revenue:₹ 240.51 Cr
EBITDA₹ 25.96 Cr
PAT₹ 14.76 Cr
EBITDA Margin:~10.80%
PAT Margin~6.04%
Face Value:–

IPO important dates

Open Date:TBA
Close Date:TBA
Anchor Investor BiddingTBA
Allotment Date:TBA
Refunds & Demat CreditTBA
Tentative Listing Date:TBA

Use of Proceeds

PurposeAmount
Borrowing prepayment~ ₹ 00 Cr
Working capital expenditure~  ₹ 40.82 Cr
Infrastructural Development~  ₹ 00 Cr
General Corporate PurposeBalance

Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited Financial Data

202320242025
Revenue (₹ Cr)₹ 212.9₹ 170.7₹ 240.5
PAT (₹ Cr)₹ 10.0₹ 9.9₹ 14.8
Asset (₹ Cr)₹ 173.8₹ 201.6₹ 271.6
Net Worth (₹ Cr)₹ 94.4₹ 104.3₹ 119.1

Universal Contractors and Engineers Ltd IPO Grey Market Premium

DateIPO PriceIPO GMPProfit per lot
27-Feb₹ –₹ –₹ –
26-Feb₹ –₹ –₹ –
25-Feb₹ –₹ –₹ –
24-Feb₹ –₹ –₹ –
23-Feb₹ –₹ –₹ –
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Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited IPO Pros & Cons

Strengths:

  • Strong Financial Growth: Revenue grew 42% and PAT rose 49% between FY2024 and FY2025 reporting periods.
  • Government Client Base: The company holds a solid order book primarily driven by stable government-led infrastructure projects.
  • Experienced Management Team: Promoters bring over 15 years of industry experience, ensuring technical expertise in complex civil works.
  • Healthy Profit Margins: Maintains a PAT margin of approximately 6% and an EBITDA margin above 10% (FY25).
  • Robust Project Execution: Proven track record in specialized sectors like medical colleges, hospitals, and institutional building construction.

Risks:

  • Revenue Concentration Risk: A significant portion of revenue depends on a few government-controlled entities and departments.
  • Intense Bidding Competition: Most contracts are won via competitive bidding, which can squeeze margins.
  • Capital Intensive: The business requires high liquidity; most IPO proceeds are earmarked for working capital needs.
  • SME Listing Liquidity: Listing on the NSE SME platform generally involves lower trading volumes and higher volatility.
  • Pending Legal Proceedings: The company and its directors are involved in certain legal matters which could impact finances.

Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited Promoters – Pre offer equity (Approx)

Promoters%Shares
Shekher Sharma40.43%
Roobi Sharma31.99%
Ashok kumar Sharma12.49%
Pooja Sharma10.67%

Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited Lot Size details

Application TypeLot SizeNo. of LotsNo. of SharesInvestment Amount
Retail(Min)–1–₹ –
Retail (Max)–13–₹ –
Small HNI (Min)–14–₹ –
Small HNI (Max)–66–₹ –
Big HNI (Min)–67–₹ –

Lead Managers / Registrars of Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited

Lead / Book Running Lead ManagersFINSHORE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED
Registrar (RTA)MAASHITLA SECURITIES PRIVATE LIMITED

Universal Contractors and Engineers Limited FAQ

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