Value 360 Communications SME IPO
Value 360 Communications IPO — date, price band, GMP & allotment 2026
Value 360 Communications Limited, founded in 2009 after starting as a partnership in 2007, is an integrated public relations and communications firm offering investor relations, crisis communication, digital PR and brand reputation management services. The company follows an asset-light, retainer-based business model with additional project revenues and serves clients across India with offices in major cities. Its IPO is scheduled to open on 4 May 2026 and close on 6 May 2026, with NSE SME listing planned.
Stock price
Value 360 Communications is listed — here is the live share price.
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Figures sourced from the RHP, BSE & NSE
Timetable
Key dates from opening to listing. Today is 11 September.
- Open 04 May 2026
- Close 06 May 2026
- Allotment 07 May 2026
- Refund/credit 08 May 2026
- Listing 11 May 2026
Issue summary
The terms of the offer, as filed.
| IPO Dates | 4 to 6 May, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Price Band | ₹95 – ₹98 |
| Face Value | ₹10 |
| Lot Size | 1200 Shares |
| Issue Size | ₹42 Cr Cr |
| Sale Type | Fresh capital cum OFS |
| Listing On | NSE SME |
| Registrar | KFin Technologies Limited |
| Min Investment | ₹ 2,35,200 |
Share of the offer set aside for each investor category, as stated in the offer document.
What will it cost me?
Bidding is in multiples of 1200 shares at the ₹98 cut-off. The SME retail application is a fixed 2 lots; HNI starts at 3.
| Application | Lots | Shares | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (min) | 2 | 2,400 | ₹2,35,200 |
| Retail (max) | 2 | 2,400 | ₹2,35,200 |
| HNI (min) | 3 | 3,600 | ₹3,52,800 |
Strengths & risks
Drawn from the offer document — the case for and against, side by side.
Strengths · 5
- 01Value 360 has been in the PR/communications business for 18 years and has serviced 1,300+ brands with 350+ active engagements yearly across BFSI, tech, auto, healthcare etc.
- 02Company runs on a mix of recurring retainer income (steady cash flow) plus project-based fees, so revenue is predictable and overheads are low.
- 03PR arm (Value 360) plus digital ads & content arm (Popkorn) lets them cross-sell to same clients and capture bigger share of marketing budget.
- 04PAT jumped from ₹121 lakhs in FY23 to ₹412 lakhs in FY24, and ₹430 lakhs in just 10 months of FY25, showing strong growth momentum.
- 05Investments in AI-powered creative studio, ClanConnect influencer platform and AI media intelligence give them an edge over traditional PR firms.
Risks · 5
- 01Big chunk of revenue depends on a few key clients in specific industries; if they cut budgets or leave, revenue will take a big hit.
- 02Around 80%+ of revenue comes from just 5 states (Maharashtra, Karnataka, Haryana, Delhi, UP), so any slowdown in these regions will hurt badly.
- 03Company has ₹549.78 lakhs income tax demand and ₹57.30 lakhs GST demand pending in appeal; if decided against them, financials will be impacted.
- 04Many delays in ROC filings (some up to 1,606 days) and missed cash flow statement attachments from FY17 to FY24 show weak past compliance track record.
- 05Faces stiff fight from big multinational agencies and AI-driven startups; needs constant tech investment to stay relevant or risks losing market share.
Three years of numbers
All figures in ₹ crore, as reported in the Value 360 Communications offer document.
| Metric | 31 Jan 2026 | 31 Mar 2025 | 31 Mar 2024 | 31 Mar 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | 71.48 | 52.96 | 39.97 | 30.09 |
| Total Income | 55.08 | 54.74 | 50.80 | 51.34 |
| Profit After Tax | 7.62 | 5.79 | 4.12 | 1.21 |
| EBITDA | 14.55 | 11.82 | 8.62 | 5.68 |
| NET Worth | 35.32 | 25.17 | 11.36 | 7.32 |
| Reserves and Surplus | 23.06 | 13.53 | 11.35 | 7.31 |
| Total Borrowing | 16.67 | 10.68 | 14.32 | 10.49 |
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Valuation & key ratios
Ratios are for the latest full financial year reported in the Value 360 Communications RHP. EPS and P/E are post-issue — the table below carries the pre-issue comparison.
Value 360 Communications IPO Valuation
How the issue prices the company before and after the fresh shares are created.
| Valuation Metric | Post-Issue |
|---|---|
| EPS (₹) | ₹5.68 |
| P/E Ratio (x) | 17.25 |
| Market Cap at Offer Price (₹ Cr) | ₹131.47 |
Pre-issue figures use the shareholding reported in the RHP; post-issue figures use the shareholding once the fresh issue has created new shares. The two differ because of that dilution and because post-issue earnings per share are often annualised, so the change can run in either direction. Market capitalisation is calculated at the ₹98 offer price. Compare the post-issue P/E against listed peers before deciding — a premium there is growth you are paying for in advance.
Where the money goes
₹28.86 Cr of the issue is earmarked to named objects.
About the company
The company provides end-to-end strategic communication services including media relations, investor relations, crisis communication, reputation management, digital PR, influencer marketing and content-led campaigns. It operates on an asset-light, scalable business model generating revenue through retainer-based mandates and project assignments for clients across sectors. The promoters include Kunal Kishore, Gaurav Patra and Manisha Chaudhary, who continue to drive growth through integrated marketing and communications solutions.
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The bankers & the filings
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Lead Manager Track Record
How the book-running lead managers on this issue have priced their past IPOs, measured on listing day.
Horizon Management Pvt. Ltd.
5 issues handledBest listing: Atharva Polyplast (+15.0%). Weakest: Yajur Fibres (-20.0%).
Listing gain compares the listing-day opening price with the issue price, using the IPOs on IPO Guru that this lead manager has taken to market. A strong record reflects how the banker has priced past issues — it is not a forecast for this one. See every issue they have handled on the lead managers page.
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Frequently asked
What is the GMP of Value 360 Communications?
The current Grey Market Premium is ₹0.
What is the Value 360 Communications IPO price band?
₹95 to ₹98, on a face value of ₹10.
When is the allotment?
The basis of allotment is 7 May 2026, with listing on 11 May 2026.
How do I check allotment status?
On the IPO Guru allotment page or on the registrar's site — KFin Technologies Limited.
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