June 30, 2026
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Knack Packaging Limited is an integrated packaging solutions provider engaged in the manufacturing of Printed and Laminated Woven Polypropylene (PLWPP) bags for applications across industries such as food, pet food, agriculture, fertilisers, chemicals, construction materials, and consumer goods. The Knack Packaging IPO opens on July 1, 2026, and closes on July 3, 2026. The company plans to issue 2,58,52,941 equity shares through a book-built issue, comprising a fresh issue of 2,23,52,941 shares and an offer for sale of 35,00,000 shares, with a price band of ₹161 to ₹170 per share. The IPO is proposed to be listed on the BSE and NSE. The net proceeds from the fresh issue are proposed to be utilised towards partially funding the capital expenditure for setting up a new manufacturing facility at Borisana, Kadi, Mehsana, Gujarat, along with general corporate purposes.
Knack Packaging Limited is an integrated packaging solutions provider engaged in the manufacturing of Printed and Laminated Woven Polypropylene (PLWPP) bags used across industries such as food, pet food, agriculture, fertilisers, chemicals, construction materials, and consumer goods. The company also offers in-house printing and packaging design services and exports its products to multiple international markets. Its product portfolio includes pinch bottom, gusset, block bottom, and retail shopping bags designed for a range of industrial and commercial packaging applications. The company operates manufacturing, printing, and warehousing facilities that support its production and supply chain requirements. It plans to utilise the net proceeds from the fresh issue primarily towards partially funding a new manufacturing facility at Borisana, Kadi, Mehsana, Gujarat, along with general corporate purposes. These activities form part of the company's operations within India's packaging industry.
Investors can apply for the Knack Packaging IPO through the ASBA (Application Supported by Blocked Amount) facility available via net banking or through a registered trading platform. To apply, investors need to log in to their preferred application platform, select the IPO from the list of available public issues, enter the bid quantity and price within the specified price band, and provide the required Demat account details. After reviewing the application, investors can submit the bid and complete the mandate authorisation process. Once the application is submitted, the corresponding amount is blocked in the investor's bank account until the allotment process is completed. Following the basis of allotment, shares allotted to successful applicants are credited to their Demat accounts, while the blocked amount for unallotted or partially allotted applications is released as per the applicable process. Investors should review the offer document and ensure that all application details are entered correctly before submission.
For more details, visit the Knack Packaging IPO page.
Details | Information |
IPO Date | July 1, 2026 to July 3, 2026 |
Issue Size | 2,58,52,941 shares (agg. up to ₹439.50 Cr) |
Price Band | ₹161 to ₹170 per share |
Lot Size | 88 shares |
Listing At | BSE, NSE |
Partial funding of capital expenditure towards setting up of new manufacturing facility at Borisana situated at Kadi, Mehsana, Gujarat (“Project Site”)
General corporate purposes
Event | Date |
|---|---|
IPO Open Date | Wed, Jul 1, 2026 |
IPO Close Date | Fri, Jul 3, 2026 |
Tentative Allotment | Mon, Jul 6, 2026 |
Initiation of Refunds | Tue, Jul 7, 2026 |
Credit of Shares to Demat | Tue, Jul 7, 2026 |
Tentative Listing Date | Wed, Jul 8, 2026 |
Cut-off time for UPI mandate confirmation | 5 PM on Fri, Jul 3, 2026 |
₹161 to ₹170 per share
Application | Lots | Shares | Amount |
Retail (Min) | 1 | 88 | ₹14,960 |
Retail (Max) | 13 | 1,144 | ₹1,94,480 |
S-HNI (Min) | 14 | 1,232 | ₹2,09,440 |
S-HNI (Max) | 66 | 5,808 | ₹9,87,360 |
B-HNI (Min) | 67 | 5,896 | ₹10,02,320 |
The Knack Packaging IPO application process can be completed online through your trading platform. Below is a step-by-step guide to applying for the IPO:
Access your trading account using the trading platform.
Go to the IPO section to view active IPO listings.
Locate Knack Packaging IPO in the list of available IPOs and click the ‘Apply’ button.
Specify the number of shares (lot size: 88 shares) at the price band of ₹161 to ₹170 per share.
Enter your UPI ID for payment authorisation and ensure sufficient funds in your bank account.
Review your application details and confirm the UPI mandate before 5 PM on the last application day.
Submit the application and monitor the allotment status to check if shares have been allocated to you.
The share allocation in the Knack Packaging IPO is divided across various investor categories in accordance with the applicable regulatory framework. The issue includes reservations for qualified institutional buyers (QIBs), non-institutional investors (NIIs), retail individual investors (RIIs), employees, and anchor investors. The table below presents the number of shares offered under each category along with their respective share in the total issue.
Investor Category | Shares Offered | % of Net Issue | % of Total Issue |
QIB Shares Offered | 1,28,61,535 | 50.00% | 49.75% |
− Anchor Investor Shares Offered | 77,20,587 | - | 29.86% |
− QIB (Ex. Anchor) Shares Offered | 51,40,948 | - | 19.89% |
NII (HNI) Shares Offered | 38,58,461 | 15.00% | 14.92% |
− bNII > ₹10L | 25,72,307 | - | 9.95% |
− sNII < ₹10L | 12,86,154 | - | 4.97% |
Retail Shares Offered | 90,03,075 | 35.00% | 34.82% |
Employee Reservation | |||
Employee Shares Offered | 1,29,870 | - | 0.50% |
Total Shares Offered | 2,58,52,941 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Total Assets: Grew from ₹269.33 crore in FY23 to ₹595.25 crore as of March 2026.
Total Income: Recorded at ₹843.77 crore in March 2026, as compared to ₹518.47 crore in FY23.
Profit After Tax (PAT): Reported at ₹92.72 crore in March 2026, and ₹19.87 crore in FY23.
Net Worth: Recorded at ₹308.19 crore in March 2026 compared to ₹95.34 crore in FY23.
Reserves & Surplus: Stood at ₹208.19 crore in March 2026, as compared to ₹90.34 crore in FY23.
Total Borrowings: Stood at ₹192.47 crore in March 2026, as compared to ₹122.66 crore in FY23.
EBITDA: Stood at ₹172.29 crore in March 2026 in comparison to ₹54.84 crore in FY23.
The company reported growth in its asset base during the reviewed period, reflecting an increase in the scale of its operations and business activities.
Total income increased between FY23 and FY26, indicating higher revenue generated from its business operations.
Profit after tax improved over the review period, reflecting changes in the company's earnings performance.
Net worth increased during the period, supported by growth in shareholders' funds and retained earnings.
Reserves and surplus recorded an increase, contributing to the company's overall financial position.
Total borrowings also increased over the period, indicating funding requirements associated with business and operational activities.
EBITDA grew between FY23 and FY26, reflecting changes in the company's operating performance.
The company's financial position indicates developments across revenue, profitability, assets, and net worth during the review period.
The company operates in the packaging solutions industry, serving sectors such as food, agriculture, chemicals, construction materials, and consumer products. Future business performance may be influenced by demand across these industries, capacity expansion, and broader market conditions.
The company operates in the packaging solutions industry, where demand may be influenced by conditions in sectors such as food, agriculture, chemicals, construction materials, and consumer goods.
Raw material costs, particularly for polypropylene and other packaging inputs, may fluctuate over time, which could affect operating margins and financial performance.
The company has reported an increase in total borrowings over the review period. Changes in financing costs, working capital requirements, or business conditions may influence cash flows and profitability.
The company has export operations, and its business may be affected by changes in international demand, foreign exchange movements, trade policies, or geopolitical developments.
The company proposes to utilise a portion of the IPO proceeds towards partially funding a new manufacturing facility at Borisana, Kadi, Mehsana, Gujarat, while the remaining proceeds are intended for general corporate purposes.
Knack Packaging manufactures a range of PLWPP packaging products used across industries such as food, pet food, agriculture, fertilisers, construction materials, detergents, and chemicals, providing exposure to multiple end-use sectors.
The company has an in-house printing facility and design capabilities, which support the development and production of customised packaging solutions for different customer requirements.
Continued demand for organised packaging solutions, expanding industrial applications, and the company's presence in domestic and export markets may influence its business operations, subject to market conditions and industry dynamics.
Key Performance Indicator (KPI)
KPI | Mar 31, 2026 |
ROE | 35.75% |
ROCE | 46.71% |
Debt/Equity | 0.62 |
RoNW | 35.47% |
PAT Margin | 10.99% |
EBITDA Margin | 20.42% |
Price to Book Value | 5.52 |
Registrar | Lead Manager(s) |
|---|---|
MUFG Intime India Pvt.Ltd. | Systematix Corporate Services Ltd. IDBI Capital Markets & Securities Ltd. Pantomath Capital Advisors Pvt. Ltd. |
330/A, Kalasagar Shopping Hub
Opp Saibaba Temple
Satadhar Cross Road, Ghatlodiya
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380061
Phone: +91 9925171483
Email: compliance@knackpackaging.com
Website: https://knackpackaging.com/
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The Chairman and Managing Director of Knack Packaging Ltd. is Mr. Alpesh Tulsibhai Patel, one of the company's promoters.
The Knack Packaging IPO is scheduled to open for subscription on 1 July 2026 and will close on 3 July 2026, as per the published IPO timetable.
Knack Packaging Ltd. manufactures Printed and Laminated Woven Polypropylene (PLWPP) bags for industries such as food, pet food, agriculture, fertilisers, chemicals, construction materials, and consumer goods. It also offers in-house printing and packaging design services. The sustainability of its business model depends on demand across these end-use industries, raw material availability, export demand, and the company's ability to meet evolving customer requirements.
The IPO comprises 2,58,52,941 shares, aggregating to ₹439.50 crore, including a fresh issue and an offer for sale, as disclosed in the offer details.
'Pre-apply' refers to a facility offered by certain platforms that enables applicants to submit their IPO applications before the subscription window officially opens. The application is processed once the issue becomes active in accordance with exchange procedures.
The minimum lot size for the issue is 88 shares. Retail investors can apply for one lot, while other investor categories may apply according to the application limits specified in the offer document.
The tentative allotment date for the IPO is 6 July 2026, based on the published timetable. This may vary depending on operational processes followed by the exchanges and the registrar.
MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd. is the registrar appointed for the Knack Packaging IPO and is responsible for handling application reconciliation and allotment-related activities.
No governance concerns or red flags have been indicated in the information available. Applicants may review the company's prospectus for detailed disclosures relating to its board, corporate governance practices, risk factors, and management structure.
The application process can be completed online through an authorised trading platform or via the ASBA facility offered by banking institutions. Applicants need to select the IPO, enter the required lot quantity, provide UPI or bank authentication for payment, and submit the application within the specified subscription period. The application then proceeds through the exchange-led verification and allotment process.
Yes, a Demat account is required because shares are allotted and credited in electronic form. Applications without a valid Demat account cannot be processed.
Applicants can check their allotment status through the registrar's website or their trading platform after the allotment process has been completed. The status will indicate whether shares have been allotted based on the application submitted.
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