SASKEN - Sasken Technol.
π’ Recent Corporate Announcements
Sasken Technologies has inaugurated a new Center of Excellence (CoE) in Hyderabad to scale its product engineering and digital transformation services. The facility aims to deepen collaboration with strategic chipset partners like Qualcomm and focus on high-growth sectors including 5G, IoT, and Automotive. As part of this expansion, the company plans to hire over 100 specialized engineering professionals to support global programs. This move is designed to accelerate innovation cycles and improve delivery proximity for global customers.
- Inauguration of Hyderabad CoE focused on 5G-led platforms, IoT, and Automotive engineering
- Strengthens strategic partnership with Qualcomm and their OEM ecosystem
- Initial hiring plan of 100+ specialized professionals in semiconductors and Data Science
- Nirmala Datla appointed as Site Leader to drive delivery excellence and talent development
- Focus on high-margin segments like Satellite communication and Smart devices
Sasken Technologies has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate for the period ending March 31, 2026, as required by SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by KFin Technologies Limited (the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent), confirms that all securities dematerialized or rematerialized during the quarter have been correctly reported to the stock exchanges. This is a standard administrative filing to ensure the integrity of electronic shareholding records with NSDL and CDSL. There are no material financial implications or changes in company fundamentals associated with this announcement.
- Compliance certificate issued for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
- Confirmation provided by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, KFin Technologies Limited.
- Adherence to Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018.
- Verification that dematerialization/rematerialization details were furnished to all relevant Stock Exchanges.
Sasken Technologies has scheduled a virtual meeting with representatives from KemFin Services Private Limited on April 6, 2026. The meeting is set to take place from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM to discuss company performance and strategy. The company clarified that discussions will be based on the Q3 FY26 investor presentation and other information already available in the public domain. This is a routine regulatory disclosure under SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.
- Virtual meeting scheduled with KemFin Services on April 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
- Interaction will involve analysts Mr. Pranshu Mittal and Mr. Jainis Chheda.
- Discussion will be limited to publicly available information and the Q3 FY26 investor presentation.
Sasken Technologies has received a GST order from the Chennai South Commissionerate for the period April 2019 to March 2024. The order includes a tax demand of βΉ19.23 lakh and a penalty of βΉ19.42 lakh, totaling approximately βΉ38.65 lakh plus interest. The primary issues cited include excess refund claims and discrepancies in Input Tax Credit (ITC) reversal. The company intends to challenge the order before the Commissioner of Appeals and states there is no material impact on its financial or operational activities.
- Total tax demand of βΉ19,22,947 for the five-year period ending March 2024
- Penalty of βΉ19,42,173 imposed, which the company claims was wrongly computed in the order
- Major allegations include excess refund claims of βΉ13.91 lakh and ITC non-reversal of βΉ5.11 lakh
- Company to file an appeal before the Commissioner of Appeals to contest the order
Sasken Technologies has received an assessment order from the Income Tax Department for the relevant period, resulting in a tax demand of βΉ8.15 crore. The demand arises from additions to the company's returned income, including βΉ11.53 crore related to income disclosed under Schedule A-OI and βΉ33.74 lakh in disallowances under section 14A. The company has clarified that there is no material impact on its operations or financial activities at this stage. Sasken intends to exercise its right to appeal this order before the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals).
- Total tax demand of βΉ8,14,70,360 raised by the Assessment Unit of the Income Tax Department
- Addition of βΉ11,52,81,541 made for income disclosed under Schedule A-OI not offered for tax
- Additional disallowance of βΉ33,74,000 under section 14A of the Income Tax Act
- Company to file an appeal against the order before CIT β Appeals
Sasken Technologies informed the stock exchanges that a Board Meeting was held on March 24, 2026, to discuss general business-related matters. The meeting was relatively brief, lasting only 30 minutes from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm. No specific strategic decisions, financial results, or material corporate actions were disclosed in this particular filing. This announcement serves as a routine compliance update under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations.
- Board meeting held on March 24, 2026, to consider business-related matters
- Meeting duration was 30 minutes, conducted between 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm
- Compliance filing made pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
Sasken Technologies Limited held a Board of Directors meeting on March 24, 2026, to discuss general business-related matters. The meeting was relatively brief, lasting only 30 minutes from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm. No specific material outcomes, financial results, or corporate actions like dividends were disclosed in this filing. This announcement appears to be a routine regulatory compliance update under SEBI LODR regulations.
- Board meeting conducted on March 24, 2026, to consider business related matters.
- The meeting duration was 30 minutes, starting at 6:30 pm and concluding at 7:00 pm.
- No specific financial figures or strategic decisions were announced in the disclosure.
Sasken Technologies Limited has announced a virtual meeting with institutional investors scheduled for March 26, 2026. The meeting will include representatives from Square64 Capital advisors, Nidara Capital, and Equimark LLP. The session is scheduled for two hours, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The company clarified that discussions will be limited to information already available in the Q3 FY26 investor presentation and other public documents.
- Virtual meeting scheduled for March 26, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Institutional participants include Square64 Capital advisors, Nidara Capital, and Equimark LLP
- Discussions will focus on the Q3 FY26 investor presentation and publicly available data
Sasken Technologies has remitted a fine of βΉ11.28 lakhs plus GST to the BSE and NSE following alleged non-compliance with SEBI Listing Regulations. The penalty relates to the composition of the Board of Directors and the Stakeholders Relationship Committee. Although the company paid the fine by March 16, 2026, it continues to maintain that its governance structures were compliant and criticized the exchanges for denying a personal hearing. The company expects no material impact on its operations or financial health from this payment.
- Fine of βΉ11.28 lakhs plus GST levied by BSE and NSE for regulatory breaches.
- Non-compliance cited for SEBI Regulations 17(1) and 20(2)/(2A) regarding board and committee composition.
- Penalty paid by March 16, 2026, despite the company's disagreement with the findings.
- Request for personal hearing and penalty withdrawal was rejected by the stock exchanges.
Sasken Technologies Limited has announced that a meeting of its Board of Directors is scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The meeting is intended to consider various business-related matters as per the company's regulatory filing on March 17, 2026. No specific high-impact agenda items such as dividends or financial results were explicitly mentioned in the brief notice. This is a routine compliance notification under SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.
- Board meeting scheduled for March 24, 2026
- Agenda focuses on general business-related matters
- Notification issued to exchanges on March 17, 2026
- Compliance maintained under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR
Sasken Technologies Limited has officially closed its trading window for all designated persons and their immediate relatives starting March 16, 2026. This move is a mandatory compliance step under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. The closure is in anticipation of the board's consideration of financial accounts for the quarter and full year ending March 31, 2026. The window will remain closed until further notice, typically reopening 48 hours after the financial results are made public.
- Trading window closure effective from Monday, March 16, 2026
- Closure pertains to the financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026
- Action taken in accordance with SEBI Prohibition of Insider Trading Regulations, 2015
- Window to remain closed until further notice following the results announcement
Sasken Technologies Limited has announced an upcoming in-person meeting with investor Mr. Hitesh Kumar scheduled for March 13, 2026. The meeting will take place at the company's registered office in Bengaluru between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. The company stated that the discussions will be based on the Q3 FY26 investor presentation and other documents already available in the public domain. This is a standard regulatory disclosure under SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.
- Meeting scheduled with investor Mr. Hitesh Kumar on March 13, 2026.
- Interaction to be held in-person at the Bengaluru registered office from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Discussions will be limited to publicly available information, specifically referencing the Q3 FY26 presentation.
- Compliance filing made under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Sasken Technologies Limited has announced its participation in the 'Bharat Connect Conference β Rising Stars 2026' hosted by Arihant Capital Markets Ltd. The virtual meeting is scheduled for March 9, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST. The company clarified that discussions will be based on the Q3 FY26 investor presentation and other publicly available information. This is a routine engagement aimed at interacting with institutional investors and analysts.
- Virtual meeting scheduled for March 9, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Participation in the 'Bharat Connect Conference β Rising Stars 2026' hosted by Arihant Capital Markets.
- No unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during the session.
- Discussions will rely on existing public domain data, including the Q3 FY26 investor presentation.
Sasken Technologies has been penalized by both BSE and NSE for non-compliance with SEBI Listing Regulations 17(1) and 20(2)/(2A), which pertain to Board and Stakeholders Relationship Committee composition. The total fine imposed is βΉ2.68 lakhs plus GST. The company has stated that its board composition is currently in compliance and has already filed for a waiver of these penalties. Given the small amount of the fine, there is no significant impact on the company's financial or operational health.
- BSE and NSE imposed a combined fine of βΉ2.68 lakhs plus GST on the company.
- The penalties relate to alleged non-compliance with Board and Committee composition regulations.
- The company received the formal communication regarding the fine on February 27, 2026.
- Sasken has already submitted an application for a waiver of these penalties, claiming full compliance.
- The financial impact is limited strictly to the amount of the fine and GST.
Sasken Technologies Limited has received an intimation order under section 143(1) from the Income Tax Centralized Processing Centre (CPC) for the Assessment Year 2025-26. The order pertains to the Sasken Superannuation Fund Trust and has created a tax demand of Rs. 1,45,100 due to an added surcharge. The company has clarified that this demand has no material impact on its financial or operational activities. Sasken intends to contest the order by filing an appeal before the CIT (Appeals).
- Income Tax CPC issued an intimation order under section 143(1) on February 6, 2026.
- A tax demand of Rs. 1,45,100 was raised against the Sasken Superannuation Fund Trust for AY 2025-26.
- The demand originated from a surcharge added to the tax payable in the assessment.
- Management confirms there is no material impact on the company's financial or operational health.
- The company will exercise its right to appeal the order before the CIT - Appeals.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue grew 35.55% YoY to INR 550.91 Cr in FY25. In Q1 FY26, Software Services revenue reached INR 176.70 Cr (up 43.2% YoY), while the new Product Solutions segment contributed INR 96.83 Cr following the Borqs acquisition.
Geographic Revenue Split
As of Q1 FY26, revenue is split as follows: EMEA at 38% (up from 28% YoY), North America at 28% (down from 42% YoY), India at 25% (up from 23% YoY), and APAC at 9% (up from 7% YoY).
Profitability Margins
Net Profit margin declined to 9.17% (INR 50.51 Cr) in FY25 from 19.37% (INR 78.74 Cr) in FY24. This 35.85% drop in net profit was driven by increased employee costs and one-time acquisition expenses for Borqs.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin compressed to 4.16% (INR 22.91 Cr) in FY25 compared to 7.55% (INR 30.70 Cr) in FY24, representing a 25.37% decline in absolute EBITDA due to strategic investments in delivery capacity and sales.
Capital Expenditure
The company recorded INR 4.23 Cr in Property and Equipment as of June 2025. Significant investments were made in Right-of-Use (ROU) assets for new premises in Chennai, Kolkata, and Pune, leading to depreciation increasing 87.89% YoY to INR 13.96 Cr.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Sasken maintains a debt-free status with a strong liquidity profile. Interest and borrowing expenses rose to INR 2.78 Cr in FY25 from INR 0.33 Cr in FY24 (a 742% increase), primarily due to lease liability accounting rather than bank debt.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
As a technology service provider, the primary 'raw material' is human capital, with Employee Benefit Expenses accounting for 77.97% of total revenue (INR 429.52 Cr).
Import Sources
Talent is primarily sourced from India (Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, Kolkata), Finland (Kaustinen, Tampere), and Germany (Munich).
Key Suppliers
Not applicable as a service-based IT firm; however, the company relies on global semiconductor and telecom equipment providers for R&D collaboration.
Capacity Expansion
Current workforce is approximately 1,400 to 1,674 employees. Expansion is focused on 'delivery capacity creation' through fresher induction programs and new delivery centers in Chennai, Kolkata, and Pune to support the 60x4x3 growth strategy.
Raw Material Costs
Employee costs increased 38.10% YoY to INR 429.52 Cr in FY25. This represents a high revenue-to-cost sensitivity where wage inflation directly squeezes operating margins.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Efficiency is measured by million-dollar-plus accounts, which increased to 20 in FY25 from 16 in FY24, improving the utilization of senior engineering resources.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is primarily digital/service-based; however, travel costs are being rationalized as part of cost-control measures to protect margins.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
32%
Growth Strategy
The company is executing the '60x4x3' strategy: targeting 60 marquee accounts with at least $4M annual revenue each. Growth is driven by the Borqs acquisition, expansion into Generative AI, and scaling 5G/NTN communications and connected mobility services.
Products & Services
Concept-to-market and chip-to-cognition R&D services, 5G/NTN communication stacks, connected mobility solutions, automotive electronics, and semiconductor engineering.
Brand Portfolio
Sasken, Sasken Silicon, Sasken Finland, Borqs (acquired).
New Products/Services
New offerings in Generative AI, Satellite Communication (SatCom), and Product Solutions (via Borqs) which contributed INR 96.83 Cr in its first full quarter (Q1 FY26).
Market Expansion
Expanding geographical footprint in Japan, UK, and China, alongside new Indian delivery centers to support global clients across 23 countries.
Market Share & Ranking
Moderate scale of operations in a competitive industry dominated by larger players, which limits pricing power and bargaining strength.
Strategic Alliances
Maintains a 60% stake in SSTPL (Sasken Silicon) and recently acquired Borqs to bolster hardware and product solution capabilities.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward 'Chip-to-Cognition' and AI-integrated engineering. Sasken is positioning itself in the 5G/NTN and IoT space to capitalize on the 32% growth seen in its USD revenue.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with global R&D service providers and large Indian IT firms. Competitive pressure often leads to 'flattish' revenue in legacy segments.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on 30+ years of deep domain expertise in telecommunications and semiconductors, supported by multiple patents. This is sustainable but challenged by the scale of larger competitors.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to US and EMEA tech spending. US dollar movements triggered by new tariffs impact the valuation of the equity and fixed-income treasury portfolio.
Consumer Behavior
Enterprises are evolving toward digital transformation and cybersecurity, increasing demand for Saskenβs specialized engineering excellence.
Geopolitical Risks
Exposure to changes in immigration laws in developed markets (USA/Europe) could heighten competition for skilled workforce and increase onsite delivery costs.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliant with ISO/SAE 21434 (Cybersecurity), ISO 26262 (Automotive Functional Safety), and ASPICE Level 3. Must adhere to evolving data privacy acts (EU-GDPR, CCPA, India Data Privacy Act).
Environmental Compliance
Direct exposure to environmental risks is not material due to the service-oriented nature; maintains ISO 14001:2015 certification.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective income tax expense was INR 11.50 Cr in FY25 (2.09% of revenue). The company is subject to global tax regulations across India, Finland, and Germany.
Legal Contingencies
Significant contingent liabilities include tax demands of approximately INR 273 Cr as of FY22, which remains a key monitorable for the credit rating.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
High dependency on the semiconductor and automotive sectors; a cyclical downturn in these industries could impact revenue by over 20%.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High concentration in North America and EMEA, which together account for 66% of total revenue.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on a limited pool of highly skilled specialized engineers; attrition is the primary third-party risk to delivery.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk of 5G and legacy communication protocols becoming obsolete; mitigated by investments in Generative AI and NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks).
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Strong receivables quality with a focus on 100+ Fortune 500 companies, providing high revenue visibility despite moderate scale.