Aptech Ltd is a leading global education and training company, established in 1985. A pioneer in the non-formal education and training business in India, Aptech has a significant global presence, with operations spanning multiple lines of business including IT, Animation, Aviation, Hospitality, Banking, Insurance, Retail, and English Language. As of its establishment in 1986, the company operates with 800 centers.
Aptech has a robust international footprint, having trained over 6.5 million students across 40 countries and established a presence in over 1000 cities worldwide. The company's operations are segmented into two primary areas: Individual Training and Enterprise Business Group, through which it delivers comprehensive education and training solutions to a diverse clientele, including students, professionals, universities, and corporate entities.
Under its Individual Training segment, Aptech delivers career and professional development programs through a multi-brand strategy. Its prominent brands include Arena Animation, Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity (MAAC), Lakmé Academy powered by Aptech, Aptech Learning, Aptech Aviation Academy, and Aptech International Preschool.
The Enterprise Business Group focuses on providing tailored training solutions, along with assessment and testing services, for corporate clients and institutions.
Aptech's core product offerings include:
* Aptech Computer Education program: A comprehensive IT training curriculum.
* Arena Animation program: Specialised multimedia training.
* Aptech English Learning Solutions program: Focused on English language instruction.
Popular brands that contribute to its market standing are Aptech Computer Education, Arena Animation, Aptech English Learning Solutions, and Aptech Aviation & Hospitality Academy.
Aptech Ltd demonstrates a stable financial performance with strategic operational efficiency.
For the fiscal year ending March 2025, sales increased by 5.33% to ₹460.10 crore, compared to ₹436.81 crore in the previous fiscal year (March 2024). However, net profit saw a decline of 34.30%, reaching ₹19.08 crore in FY25, down from ₹29.04 crore in FY24.
In Q4 FY25 (March 2025), Aptech reported a revenue of ₹118.69 crore and a net profit of ₹4.94 crore. Consolidated net sales for this quarter marked a 14.05% increase year-over-year. Net profit significantly surged by 79.64% to ₹4.94 crore, with Earnings Per Share (EPS) rising to ₹0.85.
* Market Capitalization: ₹888 crore (as of 24 June, 2025). The market cap experienced a 32.0% decline over the past year.
* Operating Revenue (TTM): ₹460.10 crore.
* Annual Revenue Growth: 5%.
* Debt-to-Equity Ratio: The company maintains an almost negligible debt-to-equity ratio of 0.03, indicating a strong, virtually debt-free financial position that lowers risk for equity shareholders.
* P/E Ratio: 45.6
* PB Ratio: 3.56
* Dividend Policy: The company maintains a healthy dividend policy, declaring a dividend of ₹4.50 for the quarter ending March 2025, which translates to a dividend yield of 2.92%.
Aptech Ltd is led by Chairperson Vijay Aggarwal. Promoter holding in the company has seen a slight adjustment, decreasing from 47.36% in June 2024 to 47.35% as of March 2025. The company is publicly listed on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), having been listed on September 27, 2002.
Aptech continues to secure significant contracts and enhance its operational framework. Recently, the company was awarded a ₹6.07 crore contract by a State Government for computer-based exams, scheduled to commence in July 2025. This underscores its expanding digital footprint and continued relevance in the education sector.
The company demonstrates strong operational efficiency, highlighted by:
* High Asset Turnover Ratio: An impressive 17.62, which is a significant driver of Return on Equity (RoE) and contributes positively to shareholder returns.
* Efficient Working Capital Cycle: A great working capital cycle of 40 days, indicating lower investments in working capital and higher asset turnover. This efficiency reduces the business's capital requirements and positively impacts RoE and cash flow generation.
Aptech Ltd stands as a well-established player in the global education and training industry, leveraging its extensive network and brand portfolio to serve diverse market segments while maintaining financial discipline and operational efficiency.
