CMS Info Systems completes ₹167.93 crore share buyback
CMS Info Systems has successfully completed the buyback of 49,39,126 fully paid-up equity shares at a price of ₹340 per share, utilizing an aggregate amount of ₹167,93,02,840. The offer, which opened on May 29, 2026, and closed on June 4, 2026, was executed through the tender offer route using the stock exchange mechanism. The buyback represents 7.56% of the aggregate of the total paid-up equity share capital, free reserves, and securities premium of the company as per the audited standalone financial statements as at March 31, 2026.

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CMS Info Systems has successfully completed the buyback of 49,39,126 fully paid-up equity shares at a price of ₹340 per share, utilizing an aggregate amount of ₹167,93,02,840. The offer, which opened on May 29, 2026, and closed on June 4, 2026, was executed through the tender offer route using the stock exchange mechanism. The buyback represents 7.56% of the aggregate of the total paid-up equity share capital, free reserves, and securities premium of the company as per the audited standalone financial statements as at March 31, 2026.
The registrar to the buyback, MUFG Intime India Private Limited, considered a total of 11,854 valid bids for 4,47,79,976 equity shares, resulting in an overall subscription of 906.64%. The response was particularly strong in the general category for all other eligible shareholders, which was oversubscribed by 1038.29%, while the reserved category for small shareholders saw a subscription of 160.60%. The settlement of all valid bids was completed by the Indian Clearing Corporation Limited on June 11, 2026, with direct funds payout to eligible shareholders.
Buyback Details
The company extinguished 49,39,126 equity shares accepted under the buyback. The extinguishment process, currently underway, is expected to be completed on or before June 22, 2026, in accordance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buy-Back of Securities) Regulations, 2018. No shares were tendered in physical form, and all unaccepted dematerialized shares were returned to shareholders by the release of lien on June 11, 2026.
| Category of Shareholders | No. of Equity Shares reserved | No. of Valid Bids | Total no. of Equity Shares validly tendered | Response (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reserved category for Small Shareholders | 7,40,869 | 9,340 | 11,89,823 | 160.60% |
| General category for all other Eligible Shareholders | 41,98,257 | 2,514 | 4,35,90,153 | 1038.29% |
| Total | 49,39,126 | 11,854 | 4,47,79,976 | 906.64% |
Capital Structure Changes
Following the completion of the buyback, the issued, subscribed, and paid-up share capital of the company has reduced to ₹159,69,84,150, comprising 15,96,98,415 fully paid-up equity shares of face value ₹10 each. The authorized share capital remains unchanged at ₹188,00,00,000. The shareholding pattern post-buyback indicates that 100% of the outstanding equity shares are now held by Indian Financial Institutions, Banks, Mutual Funds, and Government Companies, with no promoter holding.
| Particulars | Pre-Buyback* (₹) | Post Completion of Buyback# (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Authorised Share Capital | 188,00,00,000 (18,80,00,000 Equity Shares of face value ₹10 each) | 188,00,00,000 (18,80,00,000 Equity Shares of face value ₹10 each) |
| Issued, Subscribed and Paid-up Share Capital | 164,63,75,410 (16,46,37,541 fully paid-up Equity Shares of face value ₹10 each) | 159,69,84,150 (15,96,98,415 fully paid-up Equity Shares of face value ₹10 each) |
*As on the Record Date (May 22, 2026). #Subject to extinguishment of 49,39,126 Equity Shares accepted in the Buyback.
Major Shareholders
Parag Parikh Mutual Fund (Multiple Schemes) was the largest shareholder in the buyback, with 9,26,806 equity shares accepted, representing 18.76% of the total shares bought back. Other significant participants included SBI Small Cap Fund and Goldman Sachs Funds - Goldman Sachs India Equity Portfolio, which accounted for 8.43% and 6.22% of the total buyback respectively. Ernst & Young Merchant Banking Services LLP acted as the manager to the buyback.
Historical Stock Returns for CMS Info Systems
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.44% | -2.53% | -0.27% | -14.95% | -39.60% | +25.13% |
How will the complete exit of promoters and the shift to 100% institutional ownership influence CMS Info Systems' future governance and strategic direction?
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