Acme Universal Safezone 9 IPO
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Acme Universal Safezone 9 IPO details
Schedule of Acme Universal Safezone 9
| Issue open date | 28 Sep 2026 |
| Issue close date | 30 Sep 2026 |
| UPI mandate deadline | 30 Sep 2026 (5 PM) |
| Allotment finalization | 01 Oct 2026 |
| Refund initiation | 05 Oct 2026 |
| Share credit | 05 Oct 2026 |
| Listing date | 06 Oct 2026 |
| Mandate end date | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Lock-in end date for anchor investors (50%) | 30 Oct 2026 |
| Lock-in end date for anchor investors (remaining) | 29 Dec 2026 |
Note: The schedule is tentative. The anchor lock-in period ends 30 days after the actual allotment date for 50% of the shares and 90 days after for the remaining portion. The allotment status can be checked on the registrar's website and the exchange website.
About Acme Universal Safezone 9
Acme Universal Safezone 9 manufactures industrial safety footwear, offering durable products that adhere to industry standards, including IS 15298 and IS 1989:2020. The company generates revenue by supplying safety shoes across various sectors, relying heavily on the defence and government sectors, alongside domestic business-to-business customers through open-market procurement and government rate contracts. The core business activities involve producing safety footwear using key raw materials such as polyurethane, PVC sole compounds, genuine leather, synthetic leather, and steel toe-caps. Acme operates manufacturing facilities in Gwalior, Banthar, and Banmore, having recently consolidated its Kanpur operations into the Banthar facility to improve process efficiency. The company emphasizes manufacturing durable safety shoes through efficient processes, utilizing advanced machinery like knife cutting machines and foam pouring machines. The business maintains a diversified customer base while focusing on consistent quality and competitive pricing for retail and institutional buyers.
Financials of Acme Universal Safezone 9
Issue size
| Funds Raised in the IPO | Amount (₹ crores) |
| Total issue size | 35.93 |
| Fresh Issue – Proceeds go to the company | 35.93 |
Utilisation of Proceeds
| Purpose | INR crores (%) |
|---|---|
| Capital expenditure for the installation of solar power plants |
3.62 (10.08%) |
| Capital expenditure towards installation of additional machinery | 8.96 (24.94%) |
| Funding the working capital requirements of the Company | 8 (22.27%) |
| General Corporate Purposes | 15.35 (42.71%) |
Strengths
- Experienced management team with deep industry expertise.
- Strict adherence to IS 15298 and IS 1989:2020 quality standards.
- Efficient manufacturing powered by advanced machinery.
- Cost-competitive offerings driven by efficient sourcing.
- Diversified customer base across multiple industrial sectors.
Risks
- Top 10 customers account for 47.71% of total sales.
- High revenue dependency on the defence and government sectors.
- Vulnerable to price volatility for key materials like PU and PVC.
- Manufacturing involves hazards like chemical exposure and heavy machinery.
- Past delays in statutory dues expose the company to potential penalties.
Subscription Figures for Acme Universal Safezone 9
Grey Market Premium (GMP) is an unofficial and unregulated metric that may not accurately reflect investor interest. Instead, investors should refer to the IPO subscription data published by the stock exchanges, which is a more reliable indicator of demand.
Subscription numbers as of 05:00 PM on September 28, 2026:
| Category | Reserved (lakhs) | Applied (lakhs) | Subscription (X times) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Institutional | 23.98 | 0 | 0x |
| NII | 9.79 | 3.79 | 0.39x |
| Retail | 16.83 | 2.69 | 0.16x |
| Total | 50.61 | 6.48 | 0.13x |