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Century Business Media Limited (SME)

Minimum Investments

₹2,24,000

Price Range

₹70 - ₹74

Issue Size

₹17.11 Cr

Lot Size

1600shares

This stock belongs to the SME (Small & Medium Enterprises) segment which usually has low liquidity and hence, is also riskier. It will be traded in a lot size of 1600 shares after listing.

Proceeds of this IPO to be used for

Funding capital expenditure towards purchase of media assets

Payment of security deposit for advertising rights at Patna, Deoghar and Darbhanga airport

Repayment of certain borrowing availed by the company

To meet working capital requirements

General corporate purpose

Strengths & Weaknesses

Project execution capabilities

The company focuses on meeting client-specific advertising requirements through effective media planning, timely execution and creative support, including identifying suitable advertising locations, developing artwork and coordinating advertisement displays. Its ability to deliver campaigns in line with client expectations supports customer satisfaction and helps build long-term client relationships

Diversified media asset network

The company holds exclusive, non-exclusive and marketing advertising rights across multiple airports, including Patna, Ranchi, Deoghar, Darbhanga and Jorhat, as well as railway OOH rights covering 714 stations across five divisions under the Eastern Central Railway zone. Its Metro and City OOH presence, supported by advertising formats such as PSDs, hoardings and flex displays, provides flexibility, diversified media assets and wider market reach

Client relationship

The company has developed repeat business across various sectors by understanding clients’ target audience, location preferences, creative requirements and campaign objectives. Its client-focused approach enables it to offer suitable advertising formats, support customer retention and contribute to revenue growth

Concession agreement compliance risk

The company is bound by concession agreements with government and quasi-government authorities that require timely fee payments, compliance with technical and safety standards, asset maintenance and other operational requirements. Breach or termination of these agreements could result in penalties, loss of advertising rights, forfeiture of deposits, operational disruptions and inability to recover investments, while ongoing disputes and litigation may further affect its business and financial performance

Depend on third-party vendors

The company relies on third-party vendors for critical activities such as fabrication, printing, transportation, installation and maintenance, exposing it to risks from vendor delays, quality issues, labour shortages, equipment failures or financial instability. Disruptions or changes in vendor arrangements could delay campaigns, increase costs, result in penalties or order cancellations, and adversely affect the company’s operations, financial performance and client relationships

Competition

The company operates in a highly competitive outdoor media advertising industry, competing with organised and unorganised players across airport, railway, metro and city-based advertising. Competitors with stronger financial resources, wider media portfolios, established relationships or aggressive bidding capabilities may limit the company’s ability to secure projects, pressure margins and adversely affect its business and financial performance

Financials

Income Statement

Also called a profit and loss statement, an income statement shows a company’s income, expenses, and how much profit or loss it has made over a specific accounting period. It provides a clear view of how well the business is running.

Particulars (in Cr)	Mar 2026	Y/Y Change
Operating Revenue	46.43	-
Other Income	0.32	-
Total Income	46.76	-
Total Expenditure	39.29	-
EBIDT	9.40	-
Depreciation	1.09	-
Interest	0.84	-
Tax	1.91	-
Net Profit	5.56	-

Balance Sheet

A balance sheet is a financial statement that details a company’s assets, liabilities, and shareholders’ equity at a given time. It helps assess how financially strong and stable the company is.

Particulars (in Cr)	Mar 2026
Total Current Assets	19.41
Total Non-Current Assets	11.87
Fixed assets	6.51
Total Assets	31.28
Total Current liabilities	7.42
Total Non Current Liabilities	5.83
Total Equity Plus Liabilities	31.28
Total Shareholder Funds	18.02
Total Debt to Equity	44.00%

Cash Flow

Cash flow highlights the cash or cash equivalents moving in and out of a company during a particular period. It provides a clear picture of how well a company manages its cash by tracking its operating, investing and financing activities.

Particulars (in Cr)	Mar 2026
Cash from Operating Activity	6.05
Cash from Financing Activities	1.62
Cash from Investing Activities	-4.31
Net Cash Flow	3.35

About the Company

Century Business Media was incorporated on September 23, 1999. The company provides Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising services across airport, railway and metro segments through digital and non-digital formats, along with in-shop branding. Its offerings include hoardings, billboards, kiosks, wall wraps, gantries, Platform Screen Doors and other media assets across various locations

Promoter
Shashi Kumar Chaudhary
Promoter
Seema Chaudhary

FAQs for Century Business Media Limited IPO

Century Business Media Limited IPO refers to the initial public offering of shares by Century Business Media Limited. It is a process by which the company offers its shares to the public for the first time, allowing individuals to become shareholders.

For Century Business Media Limited IPO the issue size is ₹17 Cr. The issue size is the total value of the shares offered to the public. It represents the amount the company aims to raise through the IPO.

For Century Business Media Limited IPO the minimum investment is ₹2.2 L. The minimum investment for Century Business Media Limited IPO is the smallest amount an individual can invest to participate in the offering. It is usually determined by the company and regulatory requirements.

For Century Business Media Limited IPO the lot size is 1600 shares. The lot size of Century Business Media Limited IPO refers to the number of shares that investors need to bid for and purchase in a single transaction. It is predetermined by the company and regulators.

To apply for Century Business Media Limited IPO on Share.Market, go to the home page section and click/press on the browse IPOs section to view the open and upcoming IPOs. Select the Century Business Media Limited IPO from the list and click on apply now. Place your bids or choose the Cut-off Price option. Enter your UPI ID and set up your mandate to place your application.

Yes, investors can often pre-apply for some of the IPOs. Pre-application allows individuals to express their interest in participating in the IPO before the official subscription period begins. To pre- apply for Century Business Media Limited IPO on Share.Market, go to the home page section and click/press on the browse IPOs section to view the open and upcoming IPOs. Select the Century Business Media Limited IPO from the list and click on pre-apply now. Once the IPO opens for subscription you can enter your UPI ID and set up your mandate to place your application.

The IPO application window typically remains open for 3 days, starting from the date of the IPO opening. However, this duration can vary depending on the specific IPO and the regulatory requirements.

You can apply for the IPO till 3 PM on the last day of application on Share.Market.

For Century Business Media Limited IPO the allotment date is 17 Sep 2026. The allotment date of Century Business Media Limited IPO is the date on which shares are allocated to the successful bidders. It marks the distribution of shares to investors.

For Century Business Media Limited IPO, the subscription opens on 11 Sep 2026 and closes on 16 Sep 2026. The open and close dates of an IPO indicate the period during which investors can submit their bids to participate in the offering.