ICRA Reaffirms [ICRA]A+ Rating for Unichem Laboratories' Rs. 180 Crores Bank Facilities
ICRA has reaffirmed its [ICRA]A+ (Stable) credit rating for Unichem Laboratories' Rs. 180 crores bank facilities, covering Rs. 120 crores in fund-based/non-fund based facilities and Rs. 60 crores in unallocated limits. The company maintains diversified banking relationships with Kotak Mahindra Bank, Citibank N.A., and HDFC Bank. The rating reaffirmation was communicated on April 09, 2026, with the original rating assigned on March 31, 2026.

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Unichem laboratories has received a credit rating reaffirmation from ICRA Limited, with the rating agency maintaining its [ICRA]A+ (Stable) rating for the pharmaceutical company's bank facilities totaling Rs. 180 crores. The company informed stock exchanges about this development through a regulatory filing under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Rating Details and Facility Breakdown
ICRA's Rating Committee has reaffirmed the credit rating across multiple facility categories for Unichem Laboratories. The rating action covers both fund-based and non-fund based banking facilities along with unallocated limits.
| Instrument Type | Rated Amount (Rs. crore) | Rating Action |
|---|---|---|
| Fund-based/Non-fund Based Facilities | 120.00 | [ICRA]A+ (Stable); reaffirmed |
| Unallocated Limits | 60.00 | [ICRA]A+ (Stable); reaffirmed |
| Total | 180.00 |
Banking Partner Distribution
The company maintains banking relationships with multiple financial institutions for its rated facilities. The distribution of bank limits shows a diversified approach to banking partnerships.
| Banking Partner | Amount (Rs. crore) | Rating | Rating Assigned On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited | 60.00 | [ICRA]A+ (Stable) | March 31, 2026 |
| Citibank N.A. | 30.00 | [ICRA]A+ (Stable) | March 31, 2026 |
| HDFC Bank Limited | 30.00 | [ICRA]A+ (Stable) | March 31, 2026 |
| Unallocated Limits | 60.00 | [ICRA]A+ (Stable) | March 31, 2026 |
| Total | 180.00 |
Rating Timeline and Communication
The original rating was assigned on March 31, 2026, and the reaffirmation was communicated through ICRA's letter dated April 09, 2026. K Srikumar, Senior Vice President and Co Group Head at ICRA, signed the rating communication addressed to Sanjay Jain, Chief Financial Officer of Unichem Laboratories.
Regulatory Compliance and Surveillance
The rating will become due for surveillance within one year from the date of the rating communication letter. ICRA has reserved the right to review and revise the rating based on new information, changes in circumstances, or any developments that could impact the company's debt servicing capability. The rating agency has emphasized that any changes in terms, conditions, or size of the rated instruments would require a review of the ratings.
Historical Stock Returns for Unichem Laboratories
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.01% | +12.54% | +8.01% | -31.22% | -39.68% | +3.53% |
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