Elevate Campuses IPO – Company Analysis
Elevate Campuses IPO is a mainboard issue of Rs. 2,100 Cr (5.80 crore shares) by Elevate Campuses Limited, incorporated in 2005, which is an education infrastructure corporation that owns and manages K–12 school assets as well as on-campus housing for higher education institutions (HEIs). The company uses the Good Host Spaces and ScholarZ brands to run its student housing business.
By March 31, 2026, the Company's Pre-Acquisition Group could accommodate 80,255 students in 15 Indian cities and one UAE city. Its portfolio comprised 14 managed campuses with 55,487 beds and seven owned campuses with 20,368 beds spread across six Indian cities.
Deal sourcing, site selection, development, asset purchase, asset repositioning, and community engagement are among the operational services offered by the company. Additionally, it offers campus and community technology services, such as media coverage of HEIs and local events.
Its owned student accommodation portfolio recorded an occupancy rate of 89.37% for the Academic Year 2025-26. The Company has expanded its owned student accommodation portfolio from 9,153 beds to 20,368 beds as of March 31, 2026.
Elevate Campuses IPO Details
The Elevate Campuses IPO date is from Sep 23 to Sep 25, with IPO allotment on Sep 28, refund initiation on Sep 29, 2026. Elevate Campuses IPO listing date is Sep 30, 2026. Elevate Campuses IPO price is Rs. 343 to Rs. 362.
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Event |
Date |
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IPO Open Date |
September 23, 2026 |
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IPO Close Date |
September 25, 2026 |
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IPO Allotment Date |
September 28, 2026 |
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Refunds / Credit of Shares |
September 29, 2026 |
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IPO Listing Date |
September 30, 2026 |
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Issue Type |
Book Built Issue |
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IPO Price Band |
Rs. 343 to Rs. 362 |
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Minimum Investment (Retail) |
Rs. 14,842 (41 Shares) |
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Listing At |
BSE, NSE |
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Industry Overview
The data indicates steady growth for the PropCo infrastructure opportunity within TAM, expanding at a CAGR of 18.0% from 607 mn sft in Academic Year 2025-26 to 998 mn sft by Academic Year 2028-29. Additionally, TAM’s increasing share in PAM, rising from 40% to 50% suggests a growing dominance and deeper market penetration.
Company Financial
(Amount in Cr)
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Period |
31 Mar 2026 |
31 Mar 2025 |
31 Mar 2024 |
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Assets |
5,773.35 |
2,421.20 |
2,104.74 |
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Total Income |
603.39 |
394.13 |
362.61 |
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Profit After Tax |
173.76 |
49.74 |
39.69 |
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EBITDA |
545.00 |
256.40 |
220.13 |
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Net Worth |
956.29 |
699.78 |
655.77 |
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Reserves & Surplus |
947.45 |
697.57 |
653.56 |
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Total Borrowing |
4,120.53 |
1,206.60 |
984.71 |
Elevate Campuses Business Model
Elevate Campuses operates an education real estate + services business. It builds or acquires school and hostel infrastructure, leases or manages it for operators/HEIs, and generates revenue primarily through rentals, management fees, and ancillary services.
Main Business Verticals
Student Accommodation – Owned Portfolio
The company owns the hostels/beds and leases them to Higher Education Institutions (HEIs such as Manipal Academy of Higher Education, O.P. Jindal Global University, Shoolini University, etc.
As of 31 March 2026: 7 campuses with 20,368 Owned Beds across 6 Indian cities.
How it earns money:
- Rental income/lease rentals (typically long-term contracts of 50–60 years).
- Minimum occupancy guarantees (around 87.55% on a blended basis).
- Annual rent escalations.
- Fees from ancillary services (dining, laundry, gym, security, events, etc.).
Student Accommodation – Managed Portfolio (Asset-light model)
The company does not own the assets; it manages hostels on behalf of HEIs.
As of 31 March 2026: 14 campuses with 55,487 Managed Beds.
How it earns money:
Management fees + facility management fees + community & campus technology services (events, media coverage, etc.).
K-12 Assets (School Infrastructure)
The company owns the land, buildings, and related infrastructure of schools and leases them to K-12 Operators on a triple-net lease basis. Under this structure, the operator bears all maintenance, property taxes, insurance, and regulatory approval costs; the company receives base rent plus escalations.
Pre-Acquisition: 2 K-12 Assets in Dubai (Hartland International School and North London Collegiate School, capacity ~4,400 students).
After the Proposed Acquisitions: Total of 18 K-12 Assets (India + Dubai).
How it earns money:
Primarily rental income from leasing school buildings.
Revenue Bifurcation
(All figures in ₹ million)
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Particulars |
FY 2026 |
FY 2025 |
FY 2024 |
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Total Revenue from Operations |
5,686.33 |
3,698.11 |
3,470.01 |
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Year-on-year growth |
+53.76% |
+6.57% |
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Component |
FY 2026 |
FY 2025 |
FY 2024 |
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A. Revenue from Lease Arrangements |
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Interest income on finance lease |
411.39 |
504.31 |
504.28 |
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Rental income |
3,348.49 |
1,580.23 |
1,600.76 |
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Sub-total – Lease Rentals (A) |
3,759.88 |
2,084.54 |
2,105.04 |
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B. Revenue from Contracts with Customers |
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Facility management fees |
1,919.60 |
1,599.68 |
1,360.48 |
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Other operating income |
6.85 |
13.89 |
4.49 |
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Sub-total – Contracts with Customers (B) |
1,926.45 |
1,613.57 |
1,364.97 |
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Total (A + B) |
5,686.33 |
3,698.11 |
3,470.01 |
The Objective of the Issue
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Payment of the purchase consideration for the acquisition of the K-12 Entities and Campuses. ~ Rs. 1,100 Cr.
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Repayment and/ or prepayment, in full or in part, of certain outstanding borrowings and prepayment penalties, as applicable, availed by the Company and certain Subsidiaries, namely GHS Shoolini, GHS Sonipat, Souk HIS UAE and Souk NLCS UAE, through investment in such Subsidiaries. ~ Rs. 750 Cr.
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Funding inorganic growth through unidentified acquisitions, other strategic initiatives
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General Corporate Purposes.
Elevate Campuses IPO Valuation
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KPI |
As on March 31, 2026 |
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ROCE |
6.42% |
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Debt / Equity |
4.98 |
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RoNW |
18.17% |
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PAT Margin |
28.80% |
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EBITDA Margin |
90.32% |
Elevate Campuses IPO Allotment Status
Investors can check Elevate Campuses IPO allotment status using the registrar, Kfin Technologies Ltd. or using the BSE website- BSE IPO allotment status.
IPO Strengths
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Elevate is positioned as one of the largest institutionalized and independent education platforms in India, with the trust of leading education groups. Its established relationships provide a strong foundation for expanding its education infrastructure and accommodation portfolio.
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The company has developed operational capabilities and asset management expertise across its education-focused portfolio. This supports efficient management of student accommodation assets and relationships with educational institutions.
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Elevate places strong emphasis on delivering a superior student experience and promoting student well-being. Its focus on accommodation and related student services supports a comprehensive campus experience.
IPO Weaknesses
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For the last three fiscal years, the group's student housing division accounted for all of its operational revenue. Its business, financial situation, operational outcomes, and cash flows could all be negatively impacted by any inability to sustain healthy occupancy rates.
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In FY2025, FY2024, and FY2023, the group's three biggest HEIs accounted for 89.00%, 88.60%, and 87.50% of its operational revenue, respectively. The group's financial performance could be significantly impacted by any unfavorable development that affects these institutions.
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For the last three fiscal years, HEIs and other student housing properties in India's northern and southern regions provided the business with all of its operating revenue. Any unfavorable regional developments could have a detrimental impact on its operations, cash flows, business, and financial situation.
Elevate Campuses IPO GMP
The Elevate Campuses IPO GMP today has not started yet as of 18 Sep 2026, while writing this information.
IPO Review: Subscribe or Avoid?
Elevate Campuses is India’s largest independent education infrastructure platform, combining owned/managed student hostels (75,855 beds) with K-12 school assets under a high-margin, long-term lease model that delivered 90%+ EBITDA margins in FY26.
Revenue grew 54% YoY to ₹569 Cr in FY26, driven by Dubai K-12 acquisitions and higher occupancy, while PAT more than tripled to ₹174 Cr, reflecting strong operating leverage. The issue size of ₹2,100 Cr is fully fresh, primarily for K-12 acquisitions and debt repayment, with listing scheduled for 30 September 2026.
Before making any decision to subscribe or avoid, you should consult your SEBI-registered financial advisor.
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