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Recode Studios IPO

Published: 29 April 2026 | 5.45 AM
Last Updated: 29 April 2026 | 4.00 PM

IPO Overview

Recode Studios IPO is an SME book-built issue of Rs. 44.59 crore. The issue comprises a fresh issue of 0.25 crore shares aggregating to Rs. 39.55 crore and an offer for sale of 0.03 crore shares aggregating to Rs. 5.04 crore. The IPO opens for subscription on 5 May 2026 and closes on 7 May 2026. The company is proposed to be listed on BSE SME platform on 12 May 2026. Recode Studios operates in the beauty and personal care segment under the “Recode” brand and is positioned as an emerging omnichannel cosmetics play in India.

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IPO Details at a Glance

Particulars Details
IPO Date 5 May to 7 May 2026
Listing Date 12 May 2026
Face Value Rs. 10 per share
Price Band Rs. 150 to Rs. 158
Lot Size 800 Shares
Issue Type Bookbuilding IPO
Sale Type Fresh Issue + OFS
Listing At BSE SME
Total Issue Size 28,22,400 Shares
Fresh Issue 25,04,000 Shares
Offer for Sale 3,19,200 Shares
Market Maker Portion 1,44,800 Shares
Net Offer to Public 26,77,600 Shares
Shareholding Pre Issue 81,41,144 Shares
Shareholding Post Issue 1,06,44,344 Shares

IPO Timetable

Event Date
IPO Open Tuesday, 5 May 2026
IPO Close Thursday, 7 May 2026
Allotment Finalisation Friday, 8 May 2026
Refund Initiation Monday, 11 May 2026
Credit of Shares Monday, 11 May 2026
Listing Date Tuesday, 12 May 2026

Reservation

Investor Category Shares Offered % of Net Issue
QIB 13,36,800 49.93%
NII 4,03,200 15.06%
Retail 9,37,600 35.02%
Market Maker 1,44,800

Lot Size

Application Lots Shares Amount
Retail (Min) 2 1,600 Rs. 2,52,800
Retail (Max) 2 1,600 Rs. 2,52,800
S-HNI (Min) 3 2,400 Rs. 3,79,200
S-HNI (Max) 7 5,600 Rs. 8,84,800
B-HNI (Min) 8 6,400 Rs. 10,11,200

Company Details

Recode Studios Limited was incorporated in 2021 and is an Indian beauty and personal care company operating under the “Recode” brand. The company focuses on branding, sourcing and selling cosmetics, skincare, body care and accessories across India.

The business follows an omnichannel model through company-owned stores, franchise stores, website, mobile app and leading marketplaces such as Amazon, Nykaa, Myntra and Flipkart. As of September 2025, the company operated 24 stores across 14 states.

Its asset-light sourcing model, growing digital presence and expanding retail footprint provide scalability if execution remains strong.

Particulars Details
Registered Office R-89, Phase V, Focal Point, Ludhiana, Punjab – 141010
Phone 0161-4752672
Email info@recodestudios.com
Particulars Details
Lead Manager Seren Capital Pvt. Ltd.
Registrar Mudra RTA Ventures Private Limited
Market Maker Asnani Stock Broker Pvt. Ltd.

Financials

Particulars (Rs. Cr.) FY26 FY25 FY24 FY23
Assets 28.33 23.18 16.73 12.53
Total Income 57.45 47.94 36.93 22.44
Profit After Tax 9.06 3.30 0.27 0.69
EBITDA 13.34 6.13 1.67 1.44
Net Worth 17.84 8.77 5.47 5.20
Reserves & Surplus 9.70 8.76 5.46 5.19

Valuation

Objects of the Issue Estimated Amount (Rs. Cr.)
Warehouse facility at Ludhiana 5.74
Marketing & Advertisement 5.41
Working Capital Requirements 19.50
General Corporate Purposes Balance Amount
KPI Dec 2025 Mar 2025
ROE 68.11% 46.37%
ROCE 59.85% 34.47%
Debt / Equity 0.19 0.86
RoNW 50.80% 37.64%
PAT Margin 15.79% 6.91%
EBITDA Margin 23.24% 12.82%
Particulars Pre IPO Post IPO
Promoter Holding 88.93% 65.01%

Chanakya View

Recode Studios IPO comes from the fast-growing beauty and cosmetics segment where branded demand, online penetration and influencer-led marketing are creating strong opportunities. The company has shown sharp improvement in profitability and margins, which is a positive sign.

The asset-light model, omnichannel presence and improving financial profile make the story interesting. However, investors should note that the company is relatively young, operates in a highly competitive segment and depends on sustained branding spends.

Parameter Chanakya View
Business Model Scalable Asset-Light
Financial Trend Strong Improvement
Margin Profile Healthy
Valuation Reasonably Priced
Risk Level Moderate
Listing Appeal Good
Long-Term Appeal Positive with Risk

Chanakya View: Recode Studios IPO appears to be a Subscribe for Listing Gain + Selective Long Term type SME IPO for investors comfortable with higher risk.

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