Nilachal Carbo Metalicks IPO on 8 Sept.

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About Nilachal Carbo Metalicks

Incorporated in 2003, Nilachal Carbo Metalicks Ltd. is engaged in the production of high-quality, low-sulphur metallurgical coke. Its product range includes nut coke, blast furnace coke, foundry coke, and low-phosphorus coke fines, catering to diverse industrial applications.

The company operates a state-of-the-art facility at Chadheidhara, Jajpur (Odisha), equipped with three non-recovery bee-hive type coke oven batteries with an installed capacity of 60,000 MTPA. Expansion is underway at its Baramana, Jajpur plant, where a new battery of 36 ovens will add 34,400 MTPA, taking total capacity to 94,400 MTPA (1,12,400 MTPA including leased capacity).

Its product portfolio covers:

  • Foundry Grade Coke – used in foundries as a fuel and reducing agent, ensuring consistent heat and low impurities.

  • Ferro Alloys Grade Nut Coke – critical for ferro-alloy production with low ash and phosphorus, enhancing furnace efficiency.

  • Blast Furnace Grade Coke – essential for iron making, offering high carbon, durability, and low ash for stable combustion.

  • Coke Fines – by-product of LAM/Nut Coke manufacturing, widely used in pelletization, sintering, and steel melting.

The company enjoys strong demand from nearby steel plants and as of 5 July 2025, employs 65 people on its payroll.

Nilachal Carbo Metalicks IPO Details

Sector: 

IPO opens on  8 Sept 2025
IPO closes on  10 Sept 2025
Issue Type Book Built Issue IPO
Issue Size 66,00,000 Shares /
Rs 56.10 Crore
* Fresh Issue
* Offer for Sale –
Market Maker Portion 331,200 Shares
Net offer to Public 62,68,800 Shares
Rs. 53.28 Crores
Face Value per share Rs. 10
Price Band Rs. 85
Employee discount  Rs. 0 per share
Retail Lot Size  1600 Shares
Listing will at  BSE SME

How shares are being offered

Investor Category Shares Offered
Market Maker Shares Offered 3,31,200 (5.02%)
NII (HNI) Shares Offered 31,32,800 (47.47%)
Retail Shares Offered 31,36,000 (47.52%)
Total Shares Offered 66,00,000 (100.00%)
How shares can be applied?

Application Lots Shares Amount
Rs.
Retail (Min) 2 3,200 2,72,000
Retail (Max) 2 3,200 2,72,000
HNI (Min) 3 4,800 4,08,000

 

Who are the Promoters of Nilachal Carbo Metalicks IPO?

Mr. Bibhu Datta Panda and Kajal Fashionwear Agency Private Limited are the promoters of the company.

The promoters hold 99.99% of the pre-IPO capital

What are the Objects of Nilachal Carbo Metalicks IPO?

The Company proposes to utilize the Net Proceeds from Issue towards funding the following objects

+Funding Capital expenditure for installing One Coke Oven Plant for expansion of capacity. Rs. 13.46 Crore
+Funding modernization of existing plant Rs. 3.03 Crore

+General Corporate purposes

Nilachal Carbo Metalicks IPO Lead Managers

Sun Capital Advisory Services Pvt ltd

Registered Office of the Company
Nilachal Carbo Metalicks Ltd.
N/4,
158 IRC Village,
Bhubaneswar 751015
Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, 751015

Email: secretarial@nilachalcoke.com

Who is the Registrar to the IPO?
Kfin Technologies ltd

Nilachal Carbo Metalicks Financials Snapshot

Period Ended 31-Mar-25 31-Mar-24 31-Mar-23
Assets 123.34 114.49 93.22
Total Income 202.79 267.13 268.46
Profit After Tax 14.02 15.82 14.82
EBITDA 27.13 22.32 24.98
Net Worth 78.3 64.28 48.46
Reserves and Surplus 55.97 41.95 26.14
Total Borrowing 23.55 26.14 18.84
Amount in Rs. Crore

 

Performance Indicators

KPI Values
ROE 17.90%
ROCE 22.74%
Debt/Equity 0.3
RoNW 17.90%
PAT Margin 6.96%
EBITDA Margin 13.46%
EPS 6.28
PE R 13.54

 

How Nilachal Carbo Metalicks IPO compares with the Peers?

Company Name P/E (x) RoNW (%)
Nilachal Carbo Metalicks 13.54 17.9
Stratmont Industries 68.85 3.48

 

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Nilachal Carbo Metalicks IPO Review

 by Paresh Gordhandas, CA & Research Analyst

Business Overview

Incorporated in 2003, Nilachal Carbo Metalicks Ltd. is engaged in manufacturing and supply of high-quality, low-sulphur metallurgical coke. The company produces foundry coke, ferro alloys grade nut coke, blast furnace grade coke and coke fines, catering to steel plants, foundries, and ferro-alloy industries. It operates a 60,000 MTPA plant at Chadheidhara, Jajpur (Odisha) and is expanding capacity by 34,400 MTPA at Baramana, Jajpur, taking total installed capacity to 94,400 MTPA (1,12,400 MTPA including leased capacity).

With demand driven by India’s expanding steel and foundry sector, the company is positioned to capture opportunities, though it faces challenges from cyclicality in steel demand and global coal price movements.


Financial Performance (Rs. crore)

Period Ended 31-Mar-23 31-Mar-24 31-Mar-25
Total Income 268.46 267.13 202.79
EBITDA 24.98 22.32 27.13
PAT 14.82 15.82 14.02
Net Worth 48.46 64.28 78.30
Borrowings 18.84 26.14 23.55
Assets 93.22 114.49 123.34

Strengths:

  • EBITDA improved to Rs. 27.13 cr in FY25 despite turnover decline.

  • Steady profitability (PAT around Rs. 14–16 cr over 3 years).

  • Net worth rising consistently.

Concerns:

  • Turnover dropped from Rs. 268.46 cr in FY23 to Rs. 202.79 cr in FY25

  • Expense-to-revenue ratio ideclined to 91.31% vs 94.53% in FY23. Wheher the company will be able to maintain such low expenses ratio is a question.
  • Borrowings remain moderate (Rs. 23.55 cr).

  • Exposure to raw material price volatility and steel sector cycles.


Concise Revenue Snapshot

Revenue fell from Rs. 268.46 cr in FY23 to Rs. 202.79 cr in FY25, while PAT stayed around Rs. 14–16 cr. .

What does Nilachal Carbo Metalicks manufacture?

The company makes metallurgical coke, including foundry coke, blast furnace coke, nut coke, and coke fines used in steel, foundry, and ferro-alloy industries.

How has the company performed financially?

Turnover declined to Rs. 202.79 cr in FY25 from Rs. 268.46 cr in FY23, but EBITDA improved to Rs. 27.13 cr and PAT stayed steady at Rs. 14.02 cr.

What are the IPO details?

The IPO size is Rs. 56.10 crore, price fixed at Rs. 85 per share, with lot size of 1,600 shares. Retail investors need 2 lots (3,200 shares) = Rs. 2,72,000. Opens 8 Sept 2025, closes 10 Sept 2025, listing 15 Sept 2025 on BSE SME.

Should investors apply?

The IPO offers exposure to India’s steel and foundry growth story. While profitability is steady and efficiency has improved, the recent decline in revenue is a concern. Suitable for investors with moderate risk appetite looking at long-term industrial demand.

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