SASKEN - Sasken Technol.
π’ Recent Corporate Announcements
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- No unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during the session.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.
Sasken Technologies Limited has released its audited consolidated financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The results now include the performance of several Borqs group entities acquired in April 2025. While specific consolidated totals were not summarized in the cover, the auditor's report highlights that two subsidiaries contributed Rs. 69.49 crore in revenue but incurred a net loss of Rs. 5.47 crore for the quarter. The statutory auditors have issued an unmodified opinion on the financial statements.
- Two audited subsidiaries reported a combined revenue of Rs. 6,949.17 lakhs for Q3 FY26.
- These subsidiaries recorded a net loss of Rs. 546.75 lakhs for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Nine-month revenue for these specific units stood at Rs. 25,553.25 lakhs with a cumulative loss of Rs. 854.10 lakhs.
- The results incorporate four new Borqs group subsidiaries acquired effective April 8, 2025.
- The statutory auditors provided an unmodified audit opinion for both standalone and consolidated results.
Sasken Technologies Limited has announced that its statutory auditor, M S K A & Associates, has converted into a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP). This administrative change became effective on January 12, 2026, under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008. The firm will now operate under the name M S K A & Associates LLP. There are no changes to the audit engagement or the terms of their appointment for the remaining tenure.
- Statutory Auditor M S K A & Associates converted to an LLP effective January 12, 2026.
- The firm's name has officially changed to M S K A & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants.
- No change in the audit engagement or scope of work for Sasken Technologies.
- The auditors will continue to discharge their obligations for the remainder of their appointed tenure.
Sasken Technologies has announced its audited consolidated financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The results reflect the first full year of integration for several Borqs entities acquired in April 2025. While two key subsidiaries contributed βΉ69.49 crore to the quarterly revenue, they also reported a combined net loss of βΉ5.47 crore for the period. The company continues to consolidate its global footprint across Mexico, Finland, USA, Japan, and China.
- Two key subsidiaries reported a combined revenue of βΉ69.49 crore for Q3 FY26.
- The same subsidiaries posted a net loss of βΉ5.47 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Nine-month revenue from these subsidiaries reached βΉ255.53 crore with a net loss of βΉ8.54 crore.
- Integration of Borqs International and its affiliates (HK, China, India) as subsidiaries effective April 8, 2025.
- Auditors issued a 'true and fair' opinion on the consolidated financial statements for the group.
Sasken Technologies announced its Q3 FY26 results, highlighting the performance of its expanded group structure following the Borqs acquisition. Two major subsidiaries contributed Rs 69.49 crore to the quarterly revenue but reported a net loss of Rs 5.47 crore. For the nine-month period ending December 2025, these entities generated Rs 255.53 crore in revenue with a cumulative loss of Rs 8.54 crore. The board approved these audited results on February 6, 2026, reflecting the first full year of operations with the new international subsidiaries.
- Two subsidiaries generated Rs 6,949.17 lakhs in revenue for the quarter ended Dec 31, 2025
- Quarterly net loss for these specific subsidiaries stood at Rs 546.75 lakhs
- Nine-month revenue for the same entities reached Rs 25,553.25 lakhs
- The results include contributions from four Borqs entities acquired in April 2025
- Total comprehensive loss for the two subsidiaries was Rs 266.15 lakhs for the quarter
Sasken Technologies has released its audited financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, following an extensive board meeting. The results reflect the first full year of integration for four Borqs-related entities acquired in April 2025. While specific consolidated group totals were not summarized in the auditor's cover, two key subsidiaries reported a combined revenue of βΉ69.49 crore for the quarter but faced a net loss of βΉ5.47 crore. The company continues to consolidate its global footprint across Mexico, Finland, Japan, and now China and Hong Kong.
- Board approved audited standalone and consolidated results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025.
- Two audited subsidiaries reported Q3 revenue of βΉ6,949.17 lakhs (βΉ69.49 crore) and a net loss of βΉ546.75 lakhs (βΉ5.47 crore).
- Nine-month revenue for these two subsidiaries stood at βΉ25,553.25 lakhs (βΉ255.53 crore) with a cumulative loss of βΉ854.10 lakhs.
- Four Borqs entities (Cayman, Beijing, HK, and India) were successfully integrated as subsidiaries effective April 8, 2025.
- The audit report was issued with an unmodified opinion, confirming the accuracy of the financial statements across the group's 13 entities.
Sasken Technologies has informed the stock exchanges that its statutory auditor, M S K A & Associates, has converted from a partnership firm into a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP). The firm is now officially known as M S K A & Associates LLP, effective from January 12, 2026. This change is a legal restructuring under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008. The company clarified that there is no change in the audit engagement or the personnel involved.
- Statutory Auditor M S K A & Associates converted to M S K A & Associates LLP effective January 12, 2026.
- The conversion was carried out under the provisions of the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008.
- There is no change in the audit engagement or the terms of the auditor's appointment.
- The firm will continue to discharge its obligations as Statutory Auditors for the remaining tenure.
Sasken Technologies has approved the allotment of 43,670 equity shares to employees following the exercise of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) under its 2016 Incentive Plan. The shares were issued at a face value of βΉ10 each, resulting in a marginal increase in the company's total paid-up capital. Post-allotment, the total number of issued shares stands at 15,186,471. This is a routine administrative action and represents a very minor dilution of existing equity.
- Allotment of 43,670 equity shares of βΉ10 each to employees upon RSU exercise
- Total issued shares increased from 15,142,801 to 15,186,471 following this issue
- Total issued share capital now stands at βΉ151,864,710
- Shares issued at par value of βΉ10 per share under the 2016 Share Based Incentive Plan
Sasken Technologies has approved the allotment of 43,670 equity shares to employees following the exercise of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The shares were issued at a face value of βΉ10 each under the Sasken Employees Share Based Incentive Plan, 2016. This allotment increases the company's total issued share capital to 15,186,471 equity shares. The transaction is a routine corporate action to fulfill employee incentive obligations and results in minimal equity dilution.
- Allotment of 43,670 equity shares of βΉ10 each to employees upon RSU exercise.
- Shares issued at an exercise price of βΉ10 per share (at par).
- Total issued share capital increased to βΉ151,864,710 post-allotment.
- Total number of issued shares stands at 15,186,471 following the issue.
- Allotment conducted under the Sasken Employees Share Based Incentive Plan, 2016.
Sasken Technologies Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by KFin Technologies Limited, confirms that all security dematerialization and rematerialization requests for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, have been processed. This filing is a mandatory procedural requirement for Indian listed companies to ensure the integrity of electronic shareholding records. There are no material financial or operational updates contained within this specific announcement.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Confirmation provided by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, KFin Technologies Limited.
- Adherence to SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018, specifically Regulation 74(5).
- Details of dematerialized and rematerialized securities have been furnished to all relevant stock exchanges.
Sasken Technologies has received an adverse order from the Joint Commissioner of Commercial Taxes, Bengaluru, confirming a total demand of Rs 20.37 crore for FY 2019-20. The demand includes tax, interest, and penalties primarily related to GST on payments to overseas branches under the reverse charge mechanism. While the company's initial appeal was dismissed, it plans to further contest the order before the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). The company currently maintains that this development has no material impact on its financial or operational activities.
- Total demand of Rs 20.37 crore includes Rs 9.18 crore tax, Rs 10.27 crore interest, and Rs 0.92 crore penalty.
- The order pertains to GST disputes for FY 2019-20 regarding overseas branch payments and employee mess fees.
- The Joint Commissioner of Commercial Taxes dismissed the company's appeal on January 8, 2026.
- Sasken intends to file a further appeal with the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) to contest the demand.
Sasken Technologies has confirmed the appointment of Ms. Meeta Malhotra as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a five-year term. The special resolution was passed via postal ballot with an overwhelming 99.99% majority of the votes cast. The appointment is effective from October 22, 2025, and aligns with the company's regulatory compliance requirements. This governance update reflects strong shareholder alignment with the board's leadership decisions.
- Special resolution passed with 99.9883% majority representing 6,510,945 votes in favor.
- Ms. Meeta Malhotra appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director for a 5-year term.
- The appointment is effective from October 22, 2025, following the conclusion of the postal ballot.
- Total valid votes cast were 6,511,707, with only 762 votes (0.0117%) dissenting.
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.