EXCELSOFT - Excelsoft Tech.
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Excelsoft Technologies has appointed Dr. Jayakumar Karuppusamy, a retired 1987-batch IAS officer and IIT/IIM alumnus, as an Independent Director for a five-year term effective March 10, 2026. Dr. Karuppusamy brings over two decades of experience in governance, technology, and administration, having served as Additional Chief Secretary and MD of State Bank of Sikkim. Alongside this appointment, the company has reconstituted its Audit and Nomination & Remuneration Committees, appointing Mr. Shivkumar Pundaleeka Divate as the new Audit Committee Chairperson. These leadership changes are aimed at strengthening the company's corporate governance and strategic oversight.
- Dr. Jayakumar Karuppusamy appointed as Independent Director for a 5-year term ending March 9, 2031
- Appointee is a highly qualified professional with a PhD from IIT Kharagpur and a PGDM from IIM Bangalore
- Mr. Shivkumar Pundaleeka Divate replaces Mr. Doreswamy Palaniswamy as Chairperson of the Audit Committee
- Dr. Karuppusamy holds 4 Indian and 4 international patents and was recognized as an 'Amazing Indian' in 2023
- The board meeting concluded in 41 minutes to approve these structural governance changes
Excelsoft Technologies has appointed Dr. Jayakumar Karuppusamy, a retired IAS officer and IIT/IIM alumnus, as an Additional Independent Director for a five-year term effective March 10, 2026. The board also approved the reconstitution of the Audit and Nomination & Remuneration Committees, with Mr. Shivkumar Pundaleeka Divate taking over as the Audit Committee Chairperson. Dr. Jayakumar brings over 20 years of experience in governance, technology, and administration, which is expected to strengthen the company's strategic oversight. This appointment is subject to shareholder approval and aligns with efforts to enhance corporate governance.
- Dr. Jayakumar Karuppusamy appointed as Independent Director for a 5-year term ending March 09, 2031.
- Appointee is a retired 1987-batch IAS officer with a Ph.D. from IIT Kharagpur and a PGDM from IIM Bangalore.
- Mr. Shivkumar Pundaleeka Divate appointed as the new Chairperson of the Audit Committee.
- Dr. Jayakumar Karuppusamy currently holds zero shares in the company.
- The board meeting concluded within 41 minutes, approving changes to two key statutory committees.
Excelsoft Technologies Limited has announced the launch of its new product, 'Saras Assessments in a Box', on February 17, 2026. The product is categorized under Assessment and Proctoring Solutions and is designed to serve both domestic and international markets globally. Although the company stated the launch has not yet triggered the materiality threshold under SEBI regulations, it chose to disclose the event to uphold high corporate governance standards. This expansion reflects the company's focus on scaling its ed-tech product portfolio across global geographies.
- Launched 'Saras Assessments in a Box' on February 17, 2026, targeting the Assessment and Proctoring segment.
- The product is designed for global availability, catering to both Indian and international markets.
- The disclosure was made voluntarily as a measure of good corporate governance despite not meeting materiality thresholds.
- The event was officially recorded at 17:21 IST on the date of the launch.
Excelsoft Technologies reported a strong Q3 FY26 with revenue reaching Rs. 710 million, a 29.5% YoY increase driven by a 58% surge in EdTech services. While EBITDA grew 9.15% to Rs. 197 million, margins compressed to 27.7% from 32.8% due to higher vendor costs and professional fees. The company secured major international contracts in the Philippines and UK, reinforcing its shift toward a platform-led recurring revenue model. Notably, the company improved its financial flexibility by releasing a Rs. 165 crore FD lien and withdrawing a Rs. 300 crore corporate guarantee.
- Revenue grew 29.5% YoY to Rs. 710 million, with the EdTech services vertical growing 58% YoY.
- EBITDA stood at Rs. 197 million with a 27.7% margin, impacted by a 61% rise in other expenses.
- Released Rs. 165 crore FD lien and withdrew Rs. 300 crore corporate guarantee, significantly improving liquidity.
- Secured a multi-year digital examination contract with the Civil Services Commission of the Philippines starting 2026.
- Top 10 customers contribute 80% of revenue with an average tenure of 11 years, providing high cash flow predictability.
Excelsoft Technologies Limited has officially released the audio recording of its earnings conference call for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. The call was conducted on February 09, 2026, following the company's financial results announcement. This disclosure is a standard regulatory requirement under SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements. Investors can access the full recording via the company's website to understand management's perspective on recent performance.
- Audio recording for Q3 and 9M FY2026 earnings call made available on February 09, 2026.
- The call follows the financial reporting period ending December 31, 2025.
- Disclosure made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- Recording is accessible via a direct MP3 link on the company's investor relations page.
Excelsoft Technologies reported a robust 29.45% YoY revenue growth in Q3 FY26, reaching ₹710.34 million, driven by strong momentum in Educational Technology Services. While Q3 PAT grew 7.68% to ₹102.96 million, the nine-month (9M FY26) performance was exceptional with PAT surging 88.37% to ₹267.81 million. The company is successfully expanding its global footprint, securing a major nationwide digital examination contract in the Philippines for 300,000+ annual candidates. However, EBITDA margins saw a contraction of 515 bps YoY in Q3 due to increased operational and employee expenses.
- Q3 FY26 Revenue from operations grew 29.45% YoY to ₹710.34 million.
- 9M FY26 PAT increased significantly by 88.37% YoY to ₹267.81 million.
- North America remains the dominant market, contributing 72.2% of Q3 revenue compared to 62.1% last year.
- Secured a strategic partnership with the Civil Service Commission of the Philippines for the CSC DeX initiative starting 2026.
- EBITDA margins for Q3 FY26 compressed to 27.69% from 32.84% in Q3 FY25.
Excelsoft Technologies reported a strong performance for Q3 FY26, with total income rising 29% YoY to ₹75.68 crore and net profit increasing 40% YoY to ₹13.34 crore. For the nine-month period (9M FY26), the company's net profit saw a massive 110% surge to ₹29.83 crore, driven by operational efficiencies and growth in high-margin segments. Revenue remains heavily export-led, with North America contributing over 72% in Q3, while the company secured significant international contracts in the UK and Philippines. Despite the profit growth, EBITDA margins in Q3 FY26 contracted to 28% compared to 33% in the same quarter last year.
- 9M FY26 Net Profit (bei) surged 110% YoY to ₹29.83 crore from ₹14.22 crore in 9M FY25.
- Q3 FY26 Total Income grew 29% YoY to ₹75.68 crore, with a 10% sequential growth over Q2.
- North America remains the dominant market, accounting for 72.16% of Q3 revenue and 65.75% of 9M revenue.
- Secured a major multi-year engagement with VTCT Skills (UK) for the Saras e-Testing platform and a strategic win in the Philippines.
- EBITDA margins for Q3 stood at 28%, showing a slight improvement from Q2 (27%) but a decline from Q3 FY25 (33%).
Excelsoft Technologies has appointed Mr. S.M. Adithya Jain as Company Secretary, Chief Compliance Officer, and Chief Investor Relations Officer, effective March 02, 2026. Mr. Jain brings over 10 years of specialized experience in corporate governance and SEBI regulations from his previous roles at major listed entities like Biocon and Kaynes Technology. This appointment is intended to fill a vacancy in the Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) category. The decision was finalized during the Board of Directors meeting held on February 06, 2026.
- Mr. S.M. Adithya Jain appointed as CS, CCO, and CIRO effective March 02, 2026.
- Brings over 10 years of experience in corporate and secretarial compliances.
- Previously associated with reputed firms including Biocon, Syngene International, and Kaynes Technology.
- The appointment follows the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
- Mr. Jain is an Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI Membership No. A49042).
Excelsoft Technologies Limited has announced the resignation of Mr. Venkatesh Dayananda from the position of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer. The Board of Directors accepted his resignation during a meeting held on February 06, 2026. Mr. Dayananda is leaving the organization to pursue an alternate career path. He will continue in his current role until the close of business hours on February 27, 2026.
- Mr. Venkatesh Dayananda to step down as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer effective February 27, 2026.
- The resignation was formally approved by the Board of Directors on February 06, 2026.
- The departure is cited as a move to pursue an alternate career outside of the organization.
- The company will need to appoint a successor to maintain regulatory compliance standards.
Excelsoft Technologies has announced a significant restructuring of its senior leadership team to align with a revised operating model. Five senior executives have been redesignated into C-suite roles, including Chief Strategy, Sales, Operating, Administrative, and Innovations Officers, to clarify accountability. Additionally, the company appointed Mr. S.M. Adithya Jain as the new Company Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer, effective March 02, 2026, following the resignation of Mr. Venkatesh Dayananda. The new appointee brings over 10 years of experience from reputable listed firms like Biocon and Kaynes Technology.
- Redesignated 5 Senior Management Personnel (SMP) to C-suite titles to improve accountability and operating efficiency
- Appointed Mr. S.M. Adithya Jain as Company Secretary, Chief Compliance Officer, and Chief Investor Relations Officer
- Mr. Venkatesh Dayananda resigned as CS and Compliance Officer effective February 27, 2026, to pursue an alternate career
- New CS appointee has over a decade of experience with major listed entities including Biocon, Syngene, and Kaynes Technology
- Management changes for SMPs are effective immediately as of the board meeting held on February 06, 2026
Excelsoft Technologies reported a steady performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with revenue from operations growing 10.1% sequentially to ₹713.25 million. The company successfully completed its IPO during the quarter, listing on November 26, 2025, and raising fresh capital for expansion and IT infrastructure. Net profit stood at ₹91.19 million, which was impacted by a one-time exceptional charge of ₹40.72 million related to the implementation of new Labour Codes. The company also announced key management changes, including the appointment of a new Company Secretary and Chief Investor Relations Officer.
- Revenue from operations grew 10.1% QoQ to ₹713.25 million from ₹647.55 million in the previous quarter.
- Net profit for the quarter reached ₹91.19 million, despite a ₹40.72 million exceptional item for Labour Code compliance.
- Successfully completed IPO in November 2025, issuing 1.5 crore fresh shares at ₹120 each to raise ₹1,800 million.
- Utilized ₹381.04 million of IPO proceeds by Dec 31, 2025, with ₹1,267.88 million remaining for planned CAPEX and IT upgrades.
- Management transition completed with the appointment of a new Company Secretary, Chief Compliance Officer, and Chief Investor Relations Officer.
Excelsoft Technologies reported a standalone revenue of ₹713.25 million for Q3 FY26, representing a 10% sequential growth from the previous quarter. The company achieved a net profit of ₹110.30 million for the quarter, even after accounting for a one-time exceptional expense of ₹40.72 million related to new Labour Code provisions. This is the company's first financial disclosure since its successful listing in November 2025, where it raised ₹1,648.92 million through a fresh issue. Currently, about 77% of the IPO proceeds remain unutilized and are parked in fixed deposits for future capital expenditure.
- Revenue from operations for 9M FY26 reached ₹1,918.40 million, up 17.5% from ₹1,631.64 million in 9M FY25.
- Reported an exceptional non-recurring hit of ₹40.72 million due to gratuity and compensated absence adjustments under new Labour Codes.
- Successfully completed IPO in Nov 2025 at ₹120 per share, increasing paid-up share capital to ₹1,150.84 million.
- Utilized ₹381.04 million of IPO proceeds primarily for land purchase and construction at the Mysore property.
- Announced key management changes including the appointment of a new Company Secretary and Chief Investor Relations Officer.
Excelsoft Technologies Limited has announced its earnings conference call for the third quarter and nine-month period ended FY2026, scheduled for February 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST. The call will be led by top management, including Chairman & Managing Director Dhananjaya Sudhanva and CFO Subramaniam Ravi. This meeting provides a platform for analysts and investors to discuss the company's financial performance and strategic outlook. The announcement follows standard SEBI disclosure regulations for listed entities.
- Earnings conference call scheduled for February 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST
- Focus on financial results for Q3 and the nine-month period of FY2026
- Management representation includes the CMD, CFO, and Head of Strategy
- International dial-in access provided for USA, UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong investors
Excelsoft Technologies has secured a partnership with the Civil Service Commission (CSC) of the Philippines and ASEAMETRICS to deliver the CSC Civil Service Digital Examination (CSC DeX). The project will utilize Excelsoft's SARAS eAssessment platform for an initial rollout of 50,000 tests starting in 2026. This digital transformation aims to replace legacy testing modes in a market where over 300,000 candidates participate in civil service exams annually. The contract highlights Excelsoft's ability to scale its AI-enabled proctoring and assessment solutions in international government sectors.
- Partnership with ASEAMETRICS to implement digital examinations for the Philippine Civil Service Commission.
- Initial rollout phase scheduled for 2026 covering up to 50,000 tests.
- Targeting a total addressable market of over 300,000 annual civil service candidates in the Philippines.
- Deployment of proprietary SARAS and easyProctor platforms featuring AI-enabled remote monitoring.
- Strategic shift from legacy paper-based testing to a scalable, cloud-based digital assessment system.
Excelsoft Technologies Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations for the period ending December 31, 2025. The certificate, issued by its Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA) MUFG Intime India Private Limited, confirms that securities dematerialized during the quarter were correctly processed and reported. This is a standard administrative filing required by all listed companies in India to ensure the integrity of electronic share records. No material financial or operational changes were disclosed in this filing.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Issued under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018.
- RTA MUFG Intime India Private Limited confirmed the dematerialization process was handled as per norms.
- Details of dematerialized securities have been furnished to NSDL, CDSL, and Stock Exchanges.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
The Assessment and Proctoring solutions segment grew by 44% YoY in H1 FY26, reaching INR 356 million from INR 247 million. Overall revenue from operations for H1 FY26 stood at INR 1,203.25 million, a 10.90% increase YoY. Q2 FY26 revenue grew 20.06% YoY to INR 646.07 million, driven by strong performance across all four verticals including Learning Design and Content.
Geographic Revenue Split
North America is the primary market, contributing 63% of Q2 FY26 revenue. Other significant regions include the UK and Europe (showing strong traction), Middle East, and Southeast Asia. India and other parts of Asia contribute meaningfully to digital learning and services-led assignments.
Profitability Margins
PAT for Q2 FY26 was INR 106.12 million, up 18.65% YoY, with a PAT margin of 16.43% (a slight decline of 19 bps). H1 FY26 PAT rose 254.14% to INR 164.85 million, though this was heavily influenced by a low base in H1 FY25 due to a INR 90 million deferred tax impact. EBIT margins for H1 FY26 improved to 19.88% from 18.06% YoY.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin for Q2 FY26 improved by 120 bps to 27.10% (INR 175.10 million). However, H1 FY26 EBITDA margin declined by 117 bps to 22.90% (INR 275.51 million) due to a 29% increase in other expenses, including a INR 25.7 million exceptional cost for M&A due diligence and tax refund write-offs.
Capital Expenditure
The company has earmarked INR 62 crore for land purchase and construction of a new development center in Mysore. Additionally, INR 39.5 crore is being invested to upgrade the existing Mysore facility's electrical, digital, and cloud infrastructure. Total planned IPO-linked capex is approximately INR 101.5 crore.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Short-term borrowings stood at INR 375.82 million as of September 2025, up from INR 265.89 million in March 2025. Interest and finance costs for H1 FY26 were INR 19.74 million, a decrease from INR 21.92 million in H1 FY25, reflecting a reduction in long-term debt which was zeroed out by March 2025.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
As a software company, the primary 'raw material' is human capital. Employee benefit expenses represent 56.2% of total revenue in H1 FY26 (INR 676.67 million). Other operational costs include legal and professional fees (INR 25.7 million in Q2 FY26) and technology infrastructure costs.
Import Sources
Not applicable as a software entity; however, the company sources talent and operational services from its hubs in Mysore, Hyderabad, Noida (India), and international offices in the US, UK, and Singapore.
Key Suppliers
Not specifically disclosed, but the company utilizes global cloud systems and network providers to support its zero-failure testing platforms.
Capacity Expansion
Current capacity is distributed across Mysore, Hyderabad, and Noida. Expansion includes a new development center in Mysore (INR 62 crore investment) and a INR 39.5 crore upgrade to existing digital and hardware infrastructure to support AI integration and global delivery.
Raw Material Costs
Employee costs grew 9.6% YoY in Q2 FY26 to INR 337.38 million. Total expenditure for H1 FY26 was INR 927.74 million, up 12.6% YoY, primarily driven by a 29% spike in 'other expenses' related to professional fees for potential acquisitions.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Not applicable in a traditional sense; however, the company leverages a 'Vertical SaaS' model to ensure high scalability and reliability of its assessment platforms.
Logistics & Distribution
Not applicable; services are delivered digitally via cloud platforms.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
35%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by a steady-state EBITDA target of 35%, up from the current 31%. Strategies include expanding the 'Assessment and Proctoring' segment (currently growing at 44%), deepening presence in the UK/Europe via partnerships like AQA and VTCT, and pursuing M&A opportunities as evidenced by recent due diligence spending.
Products & Services
Digital assessment platforms, proctoring solutions, Learning Management Systems (LMS), student success software, and learning design/content solutions.
Brand Portfolio
Excelsoft, eAssessments.
New Products/Services
AI-enhanced assessment platforms and secure API-driven learning tools are the primary new focus areas, intended to meet the industry shift toward AI-integrated education technology.
Market Expansion
Targeting significant growth in the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Southeast Asia. An 'India strategy' is also slated for implementation in the near future.
Market Share & Ranking
Not disclosed, but identified as a global provider serving 200+ organizations across 19 countries.
Strategic Alliances
Partnerships with major awarding bodies such as AQA and VTCT in the skills and vocational training sector.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward secure, AI-enhanced, and scalable digital platforms. Excelsoft is positioning itself as a 'Vertical SaaS' player to capture this transition from traditional to digital assessments.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with global Edtech and assessment providers; differentiates through deep domain knowledge and long-term (10+ year) client relationships.
Competitive Moat
Durable moat built on 20+ years of domain expertise and 'zero-failure' reliability in high-stakes testing. Switching costs are high for universities and awarding bodies once integrated into the Excelsoft ecosystem.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to corporate and educational budget cycles in the US and UK, which dictate the 40/60 revenue split between H1 and H2.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward remote proctoring and digital-first learning, accelerated by global demand for scalable education solutions.
Geopolitical Risks
Exposure to international data regulations such as GDPR; trade barriers in the Edtech space could impact the 19 countries served.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Strict adherence to GDPR and international data privacy standards is mandatory for their global assessment contracts.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate impacted by deferred tax adjustments; H1 FY25 saw a INR 9 crore deferred tax impact. Current income tax liabilities stood at INR 7.07 million in Sept-25.
Legal Contingencies
The company recently wrote off an income tax refund (amount not specified but noted as an exceptional item). No major pending High Court or Supreme Court litigation was detailed in the provided transcripts.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Seasonality of revenue (40% H1 vs 60% H2) creates quarterly margin volatility. AI disruption could pose a risk if not integrated responsibly.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High geographic risk with 63% of revenue coming from North America.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on cloud infrastructure providers for platform uptime; any downtime would impact high-stakes testing contracts.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk of platforms becoming obsolete if not updated with AI and secure API capabilities; company is mitigating this with a INR 39.5 crore tech upgrade.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables are being managed down (INR 189 million in Sept-25 vs INR 344 million in Mar-25), but unbilled receivables have spiked by 120%, indicating potential collection lag.