ZENTEC - Zen Technologies
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Zen Technologies Limited has transferred 1,600 equity shares to eligible employees following the exercise of options under the Zen Technologies Limited Employee Stock Option Plan-2021. The shares were transferred from the company's Employees Welfare Trust, ensuring that there is no change in the total paid-up share capital of the company. The exercise price for these shares was set at ₹500 per share, including a premium of ₹499. This is a routine administrative action with no dilutive impact on existing shareholders.
- Transfer of 1,600 equity shares of face value ₹1 each to employees
- Exercise price fixed at ₹500 per share, including ₹499 premium
- Zero change in total paid-up share capital, which remains at 9,02,90,356 shares
- Shares transferred from the Zen Technologies Limited Employees Welfare Trust
Zen Technologies Limited has scheduled an institutional investor meeting on March 10, 2026, in Mumbai. The company's management will participate in the 'Promoter & Founder Conference 2026' organized by Investec India. The interaction will include 1-on-1 or group meetings between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM IST. This is a routine regulatory disclosure under SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, aimed at maintaining investor relations.
- Management participation in Investec India Promoter & Founder Conference 2026
- Scheduled for March 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM IST in Mumbai
- Format includes 1*1 or group meetings with institutional investors
- Disclosure compliant with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations
Zen Technologies Limited has transferred 1,860 equity shares of face value ₹1 each to eligible employees under its 2021 Employee Stock Option Plan. The shares were transferred from the Zen Technologies Limited Employees Welfare Trust, ensuring that there is no change in the company's total paid-up share capital. The exercise included 1,000 shares at a price of ₹100 and 860 shares at ₹500. This is a routine administrative action to fulfill employee benefit obligations without diluting existing shareholder equity.
- Transfer of 1,860 equity shares to employees following the exercise of options.
- No change in total paid-up share capital, which remains at 9,02,90,356 shares.
- Shares were sourced from an existing Employees Welfare Trust rather than new issuance.
- Exercise prices involved two tranches at ₹100 and ₹500 per share.
- The transferred shares rank pari-passu with existing equity shares of the company.
Zen Technologies Limited has announced its participation in the 'Chasing Growth 2026' investor conference organized by Kotak Institutional Equities. The management is scheduled to meet with institutional investors and groups in Mumbai on February 25, 2026. The meetings will be held in person from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM IST in both 1*1 and group formats. This interaction is part of the company's regular investor relations activities under SEBI LODR regulations.
- Management to attend Kotak Institutional Equities conference on February 25, 2026
- Meeting format includes both 1*1 and group interactions in Mumbai
- Scheduled timing for the event is from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM IST
- Disclosure submitted in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations
Zen Technologies has been awarded the 5A1 rating by Dun & Bradstreet, the highest possible classification for financial strength and creditworthiness. This rating is based on the company's FY25 audited financials and reflects a 'Strong' composite appraisal status. With a robust consolidated order book exceeding ₹1,400 crores and over 200 patents, this certification enhances the company's credibility for global defence procurement. The rating specifically supports the company's strategic expansion into international markets, including NATO member nations.
- Achieved D&B 5A1 rating, the highest tier for tangible net worth and overall creditworthiness
- Consolidated order book remains strong at over ₹1,400 crores
- Extensive IP portfolio with more than 200 patents and 1,000+ training systems shipped globally
- Rating based on audited financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2025
- Strategic focus on C-UAS and autonomous platforms for international market entry
Zen Technologies Limited has transferred 2,250 equity shares to eligible employees following the exercise of options under the Zen Technologies Limited Employee Stock Option Plan-2021. The shares were transferred from the company's Employees Welfare Trust at an exercise price of ₹100 per share. Since the shares were transferred from an existing trust, there is no change in the company's total paid-up share capital. The newly transferred shares rank pari-passu with the existing equity shares of the company.
- Transfer of 2,250 equity shares of face value ₹1 each to eligible employees
- Exercise price fixed at ₹100 per share, including a premium of ₹99
- No change in the total paid-up share capital, which remains at 9,02,90,356 shares
- Shares were transferred from the Zen Technologies Limited Employees Welfare Trust
- The transaction was completed on February 11, 2026, under the ESOP 2021 scheme
Zen Technologies Limited (ZENTEC) has scheduled an interaction with institutional investors and analysts for February 17, 2026. The management will be attending the 'Anand Rathi - Sashakt Bharat Aerospace & Defense Conference' held in Mumbai. The engagement will consist of both one-on-one and group meetings throughout the day from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM IST. This routine disclosure indicates continued management efforts to engage with the institutional investment community regarding the company's prospects in the defense sector.
- Participation in the Anand Rathi - Sashakt Bharat Aerospace & Defense Conference on February 17, 2026.
- Meetings will be held in person in Mumbai, featuring both 1*1 and group formats.
- The scheduled interaction window is from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM IST.
- The disclosure is made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Zen Technologies reported a resilient Q3 FY26 with revenue growing 16.8% YoY to ₹177.8 Crores and PAT increasing 30.6% to ₹55.7 Crores. The company's order book has strengthened significantly, reaching ₹1,427 Crores as of January 31, 2026, following ₹931 Crores in new orders over the last four months. Management has adjusted its execution target to ₹4,000 Crores over the next two years (FY27-FY28), backed by a strong cash reserve of ₹1,188 Crores. Despite a 21.4% decline in 9M FY26 revenue due to order timing, EBITDA margins expanded by 870 basis points YoY to 37.6%.
- Q3 FY26 Revenue increased 16.8% YoY to ₹177.8 Crores with a PAT of ₹55.7 Crores.
- Order book stood at ₹1,427 Crores as of January 31, 2026, providing strong revenue visibility.
- Operational EBITDA margin expanded significantly to 37.6%, up 870 bps year-on-year.
- Management targets ₹4,000 Crores execution over FY27 and FY28, supported by current capacity of ₹2,000 Crores annually.
- Maintains a robust liquidity position with ₹1,188 Crores in cash and cash equivalents and zero net debt.
Zen Technologies Limited has officially released the recording of its earnings conference call held on February 02, 2026. The call focused on the company's financial performance for the third quarter and the nine-month period ending December 31, 2025. This disclosure ensures transparency and provides all stakeholders with access to management's detailed discussion on business operations and future outlook. The recording is available on the company's website under the 'Calls and Conferences' section for public access.
- Recording of the Q3 FY26 earnings call is now publicly accessible via the company website.
- The call covers financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025.
- Compliance filing made under Regulation 30(6) of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- Provides a platform for investors to hear management commentary on defense sector growth.
Zen Technologies has announced the re-appointment of its core leadership, Mr. Ashok Atluri (CMD) and Mr. Kishore Dutt Atluri (Joint MD), for a three-year term starting May 1, 2026. Additionally, the company has appointed Mr. Hari Haran Chalat as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective January 31, 2026. Mr. Chalat brings over 20 years of diversified experience, including roles at Amazon and Big 4 firms, and has been leading Zen's finance function since January 2025. This move ensures leadership continuity and strengthens the financial management team as the company pursues growth in the defense simulation sector.
- Mr. Ashok Atluri re-appointed as Chairman and Managing Director for a 3-year term starting May 1, 2026.
- Mr. Kishore Dutt Atluri re-appointed as President and Joint Managing Director for a 3-year term starting May 1, 2026.
- Mr. Hari Haran Chalat appointed as CFO, bringing over 20 years of experience in finance, M&A, and private equity.
- The new CFO has already overseen strategic acquisitions for Zen including Vector Technics and TISA Aerospace.
- Leadership continuity is maintained as the re-appointments are for the existing founding management team.
Zen Technologies has achieved a score of 67 in the S&P Global ESG Score for the financial year 2024-25, reflecting strong sustainability practices. The company demonstrated balanced performance across all dimensions, scoring 61 in Environmental, 72 in Social, and 69 in Governance & Economic categories. This globally recognized benchmarking score highlights Zen's commitment to responsible growth within the evolving global defense modernization landscape. High ESG ratings are increasingly critical for attracting institutional investment and global capital in the defense sector.
- Achieved an overall ESG score of 67 in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) CSA for FY 2024-25
- Highest performance recorded in the Social dimension with a score of 72
- Scored 61 in Environmental and 69 in Governance & Economic dimensions
- Benchmarked against global peers using the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment framework
Zen Technologies reported a consolidated revenue of ₹177.82 crore for Q3FY26, marking a 16.8% YoY growth despite delays in regular procurement orders. Profit After Tax (PAT) saw a significant increase of 37.9% to ₹54.77 crore, driven by a favorable product mix and improved EBITDA margins of 46.35%. The company has a robust order book of ₹1,082.76 crore as of December 31, 2025, with an additional ₹345 crore in orders secured post-quarter. Management expects a stronger FY27 as revenue delayed from FY26 begins to materialize alongside new order execution.
- Consolidated Q3 PAT grew 37.9% YoY to ₹54.77 crore with EBITDA margins expanding to 46.35%.
- Total order book stands at ₹1,082.76 crore, including ₹987 crore in domestic and ₹95 crore in export orders.
- Secured ₹931 crore in cumulative order inflows over the last four months, including a ₹245 crore anti-drone system upgrade.
- Completed the acquisition of a 76% stake in Anawave Systems and Solutions to expand into naval simulation.
- Successfully delivered the Integrated Air Defence Combat Simulator (IADCS) project 9 months ahead of schedule.
Zen Technologies reported a strong Q3FY26 with consolidated revenue growing 16.8% YoY to ₹177.82 crore and PAT rising 37.9% to ₹54.77 crore. While current revenue was slightly impacted by procurement delays following security threats in May 2025, the company secured massive order inflows totaling ₹931 crore over the last four months. Operational EBITDA margins improved significantly to 37.57% from 29.04% YoY, driven by a better product mix. The acquisition of a 76% stake in Anawave Systems and early completion of the IADCS project further strengthen the growth outlook for FY27.
- Consolidated PAT grew 37.9% YoY to ₹54.77 crore in Q3FY26
- Secured new orders worth ₹586 crore in Q3 and an additional ₹345 crore post-quarter
- Operational EBITDA margins expanded to 37.57% compared to 29.04% in the previous year
- Completed the acquisition of a 76% stake in Anawave Systems to bolster naval simulation presence
- Management expects a stronger FY27 as delayed procurement orders materialize into execution
Zen Technologies reported a standalone net profit of ₹47.82 crore for Q3 FY26, marking a 23.8% increase from ₹38.62 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. While revenue from operations declined to ₹116.15 crore from ₹141.52 crore YoY, the company maintained strong profitability with an order book of ₹888.69 crore. The board also approved the re-appointment of top leadership for three years and appointed Hari Haran Chalat as the new CFO. Strategic expansions continued with the acquisition of a 76% stake in Anawave Systems and the full acquisition of Applied Research International.
- Net profit increased 23.8% YoY to ₹47.82 crore in Q3 FY26 despite lower operational revenue.
- Standalone order book remains robust at ₹888.69 crore as of December 31, 2025.
- Acquired 76% stake in Anawave Systems & Solutions for ₹7 crore and completed 100% buyout of Applied Research International.
- Re-appointed Ashok Atluri as CMD and Kishore Dutt Atluri as Joint MD for 3-year terms starting May 2026.
- Appointed Hari Haran Chalat as Chief Financial Officer effective January 31, 2026.
Zen Technologies Limited has announced its Q3 FY26 earnings conference call scheduled for February 02, 2026, at 4:00 PM IST. The management, led by Chairman Ashok Atluri, will discuss the financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. This is a routine regulatory filing under SEBI LODR Regulations to facilitate investor interaction. The company has clarified that no unpublished price sensitive information will be disclosed during the call.
- Conference call date: Monday, February 02, 2026, at 4:00 PM IST.
- Management team including CMD Ashok Atluri to discuss Q3 FY26 performance.
- The call follows the official release of financial results for the quarter ending December 2025.
- No Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) to be shared during the session.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue grew by 121.36% in fiscal 2025, reaching INR 973.64 Cr compared to INR 439.85 Cr in fiscal 2024. However, H1 FY2026 revenue saw a 52.44% decline to INR 235.71 Cr from INR 495.64 Cr in H1 FY2025, primarily due to procedural delays in Request for Proposals (RFPs) following emergency procurement measures.
Geographic Revenue Split
The majority of revenue is derived from India, serving the Ministry of Defence, police, and paramilitary forces. International expansion is managed through Zen Defence Technologies LLC (UAE) and Zen Technologies USA, Inc., though these subsidiaries are in early or pre-operational stages as of March 2025.
Profitability Margins
Profitability remains high with an operating margin of 38% in fiscal 2025. PAT margins improved significantly from 22.77% in FY2023 to 29.21% in FY2024. In H1 FY2026, the PAT margin stood at 35% (INR 83.28 Cr) compared to 28% (INR 139.42 Cr) in H1 FY2025, reflecting higher high-margin software and R&D components in the mix.
EBITDA Margin
Total EBITDA margin for H1 FY2026 was 52% (INR 122.72 Cr) compared to 39% (INR 194.08 Cr) in H1 FY2025. Operational EBITDA margin was 34% in H1 FY2026, a slight decrease from 37% in H1 FY2025 due to lower scale of execution during the period.
Capital Expenditure
The company maintains a strong liquidity position of over INR 1,100 Cr as of September 30, 2025, to fund R&D and potential inorganic expansion. Specific planned CAPEX for manufacturing facilities is not disclosed, but INR 3.99 Cr was invested in associate Bhairav Robotics in March 2025.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CRISIL A/Positive (Long Term) and CRISIL A1 (Short Term) reaffirmed in August 2025. The company is virtually debt-free with an adjusted debt/networth ratio of 0.00 as of March 31, 2024, and an interest coverage ratio of 82.01 times.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Key inputs include electronic components, sensors, computer hardware for simulators, and specialized materials for anti-drone systems and loitering munitions. Specific percentage of total cost per material is not disclosed.
Import Sources
Sourced globally and domestically to meet CMMI Level 3 and ISO standards, with a focus on in-house R&D to reduce dependency on external vendors.
Key Suppliers
Not disclosed in available documents; however, management notes they compete against large companies that use 'broken systems' involving up to six different vendors.
Capacity Expansion
The company operates as a design and development-led entity. Capacity is measured by order book execution capability, which is currently scaling to meet a cumulative target of INR 6,000 Cr for FY2027 and FY2028.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are managed through in-house R&D, which allows the company to maintain high margins (30-35%) by avoiding the 'margin stacking' seen in competitors who outsource components.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Efficiency is driven by in-house R&D and intellectual property ownership, which prevents margin dilution and ensures cost competitiveness in aggressive bidding scenarios.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is handled through specialized defense logistics, with a dedicated subsidiary in the UAE for international trading and maintenance.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
150%
Growth Strategy
Growth is targeted through a cumulative execution of INR 6,000 Cr in orders across FY2027 and FY2028. Strategy includes four strategic acquisitions (e.g., TISA Aerospace for loitering munitions, Unistring Tech Solutions), expanding the anti-drone portfolio following real-world validation in Operation Sindoor, and leveraging the MoD's 2021 framework for increased simulator utilization.
Products & Services
Computer-based training simulators (land, air, sea), Anti-Drone Systems (C-UAS), Loitering Munitions, and Defence Training Solutions.
Brand Portfolio
Zen Technologies, Zen Technologies USA, Unistring Tech Solutions (UTS), AiTuring, TISA Aerospace.
New Products/Services
Loitering munitions (via TISA Aerospace acquisition) and integrated C-UAS (Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems) are expected to be major growth drivers, reducing time-to-market by 18-24 months.
Market Expansion
Targeting the UAE and USA markets for export of simulators and anti-drone systems; domestic focus on India's defense modernization program.
Market Share & Ranking
Largest supplier of simulation training equipment and anti-drone systems in India.
Strategic Alliances
Acquired 45.33% stake in Bhairav Robotics Private Limited (March 2025) and 100% of TISA Aerospace.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward increased utilization of simulators for armed forces training (MoD framework Sept 2021) and rapid adoption of anti-drone warfare, with Zen positioned as a pioneer in these high-growth segments.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with both large defense contractors and smaller specialized vendors; Zen maintains an edge through vertical integration of R&D.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on proprietary IP, CMMI Level 3 certification, and a first-mover advantage in anti-drone systems. Sustainability is high because competitors often rely on multi-vendor integrations that are less cost-effective and technically fragmented.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to national defense budgets and the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-Reliant India) policy which favors domestic manufacturers.
Consumer Behavior
Shift in government procurement toward 'emergency measures' and 'indigenous technology' significantly benefits Zen's product pipeline.
Geopolitical Risks
Regional conflicts (e.g., Operation Sindoor) impact procurement timelines but increase long-term demand for anti-drone and surveillance technology.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by the Ministry of Defence procurement policies, DPEPP, and DSIR recognitions. Compliance with the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI Listing Regulations is maintained.
Environmental Compliance
Not disclosed as a major cost factor; company focuses on ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certifications.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate reflected in PAT of INR 129.50 Cr on healthy operating margins; specific fiscal policy impacts include benefits from the Defence Production and Export Promotion Policy (DPEPP).
Legal Contingencies
No significant pending litigation or material orders passed by regulators/courts impacting the company's existence were reported for FY2024-25.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Tender-based business risks (potential for 20-30% revenue volatility) and procedural delays in government contract awards.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High dependence on the Indian market, though international subsidiaries are being established to diversify.
Third Party Dependencies
Low dependency for core technology due to in-house R&D, but exposed to global electronic component supply chains.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by continuous R&D and strategic acquisitions (TISA, UTS) to stay ahead in drone and anti-drone technology.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Low risk given the primary customer is the Government of India, though receivables can be impacted by long working capital cycles.