SOFTTECH - Softtech Enginee

📊 NSE: SOFTTECH 🏢 Computers - Software - Medium / Small 📅 Last Updated: 12/14/2025 13:31

💰 Financial Performance

Revenue Growth by Segment

Standalone revenue grew 20.7% YoY in H1 FY26 to INR 51.50 Cr. In Q2 FY26, the CivitPLAN/PERMIT segment contributed 39% (INR 10.11 Cr), CivitINFRA contributed 34% (INR 8.70 Cr), and other segments accounted for 27% (INR 6.90 Cr). Consolidated revenue for Q2 FY26 reached INR 26.81 Cr, a 16.8% increase from INR 22.95 Cr in Q2 FY25.

Geographic Revenue Split

The company primarily operates in India, having codified regulations for 1,500+ Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across 18+ states. International operations are active in Nigeria, UAE, and Oman, though specific percentage splits for these regions are not disclosed in available documents.

Profitability Margins

Standalone PAT margin remained stable at 6% in Q2 FY26 (INR 1.64 Cr). However, the consolidated PAT margin declined to 1% in Q2 FY26 from 2% in Q2 FY25, primarily due to the company's propensity to support its subsidiaries, which impacts the overall financial risk profile.

EBITDA Margin

Standalone EBITDA margin improved to 30% in Q2 FY26 (INR 7.6 Cr) compared to 28% in Q2 FY25 (INR 6.44 Cr). This 200 bps improvement reflects better operational efficiency despite a historical decline in annual PBILDT margins from 27.81% in FY24 to 23.38% in FY25 due to higher employee costs.

Capital Expenditure

While specific future Capex figures are not detailed, the company recently improved its net worth through a preferential issue of shares and warrants totaling approximately INR 40 Cr in FY25 and INR 18.75 Cr in H1 FY24 to support working capital and debt management.

Credit Rating & Borrowing

As of July 2025, CARE Ratings reaffirmed 'CARE BBB-; Stable' for long-term bank facilities and 'CARE A3' for short-term facilities. Total rated bank facilities were enhanced to INR 43.81 Cr. The company maintains a comfortable capital structure with an overall gearing of 0.25x as of March 31, 2025.

⚙️ Operational Drivers

Raw Materials

As a software entity, primary 'input' costs are Employee Costs (25.5% of H1 FY26 revenue at INR 13.11 Cr) and Purchases/Direct Project Costs (16.7% of H1 FY26 revenue at INR 8.6 Cr).

Import Sources

Not applicable for software operations; however, the company sources technical consultancy and professional services domestically to support its AECO platforms.

Key Suppliers

Not disclosed as the business is service and product-based rather than manufacturing-oriented.

Capacity Expansion

The company is expanding its digital capacity through the CivitSuite platform and RuleBuddy AI tool. It has shifted toward a SaaS-first model, with SaaS revenue reaching 26.3% of total revenue in Q2 FY26.

Raw Material Costs

Direct purchases and project expenses increased to INR 8.6 Cr in H1 FY26 from INR 7.33 Cr in H1 FY25, representing a 17.3% increase to support higher revenue execution.

Manufacturing Efficiency

Efficiency is measured by the successful implementation of software across 1,500+ cities and the ability to codify complex building regulations into the CivitSuite platform.

Logistics & Distribution

Distribution is digital; however, sales and marketing efforts are reflected in 'Other Expenses' which represent approximately 28% of H1 FY26 standalone revenue.

📈 Strategic Growth

Expected Growth Rate

21%

Growth Strategy

Growth is driven by a 'SaaS-first' model to increase recurring revenue, international expansion in the Middle East and Africa, and the incubation of next-gen tech startups through the AmpliNXT accelerator. The company also leverages its role as a policy enabler for India's Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) initiatives.

Products & Services

CivitSuite (Plan, Permit, Build, Sustain), RuleBuddy AI (citizen-facing compliance tool), CivitPLAN, CivitINFRA, and Public Works Information Management System (PWIMS).

Brand Portfolio

CivitSuite, RuleBuddy, CivitPLAN, CivitINFRA, AmpliNXT.

New Products/Services

RuleBuddy AI and the expansion of the CivitSuite portfolio are expected to drive the shift toward the 26.3% SaaS revenue contribution seen in Q2 FY26.

Market Expansion

Targeting international AECO markets in Nigeria, UAE, and Oman to reduce geographic concentration in India.

Market Share & Ranking

SoftTech is a pioneer in the Indian AECO/GovTech space, having contributed to India's jump in World Bank Construction Permit rankings from 187th to 27th.

Strategic Alliances

The company acts as a software partner to various state governments and Urban Local Bodies under central government schemes.

🌍 External Factors

Industry Trends

The AECO industry is evolving from fragmented tools to unified, regulation-first platforms. The shift toward SaaS models is growing at a rapid pace, with SoftTech positioning itself as a leader in digital-first governance.

Competitive Landscape

Competition is fragmented, consisting of global technology firms, regional players, and emerging SaaS startups. SoftTech differentiates through lifecycle coverage (Plan to Sustain).

Competitive Moat

The moat is built on 30 years of domain expertise and a comprehensive dataset of building codes across 1,500+ cities. This 'switching cost' and 'regulatory barrier' make it highly sustainable against new SaaS startups.

Macro Economic Sensitivity

Highly sensitive to government fiscal policy and IT infrastructure spending, as the majority of the client base consists of Municipal Corporations and PWDs.

Consumer Behavior

Government and enterprise clients are increasingly preferring subscription-based digital platforms over traditional one-time licenses for better scalability.

Geopolitical Risks

Operations in Nigeria and the Middle East expose the company to regional geopolitical stability and international trade regulations.

⚖️ Regulatory & Governance

Industry Regulations

Operations are governed by state-specific building bye-laws and RERA regulations. The company must also comply with SEBI (SAST) Regulations, as evidenced by recent share sale disclosures by Florintree Technologies LLP.

Environmental Compliance

The company's 'CivitSustain' product focuses on sustainability-focused enterprises, helping clients meet environmental compliance standards in construction.

Taxation Policy Impact

The company incurred tax expenses of INR 0.8 Cr on a standalone PBT of INR 2.44 Cr in Q2 FY26, representing an effective tax rate of approximately 32.8%.

Legal Contingencies

Florintree Technologies LLP sold 22,46,998 equity shares in December 2025, requiring regulatory filings under SEBI Takeover Regulations. No major pending litigation values were disclosed.

⚠️ Risk Analysis

Key Uncertainties

The primary uncertainty is the 'arduous tender-driven process' for government contracts, which can lead to unpredictable revenue timing and a 40% customer concentration risk.