MT Educare Limited Discloses ₹32.33 Crore Default on Principal and Interest
MT Educare Limited has formally disclosed significant loan defaults totaling ₹32.33 crores to regulatory authorities under SEBI regulations. The company's financial distress includes principal and interest defaults to Prudence ARC (₹20.19 crores) and Axis Bank (₹12.16 crores), along with invoked corporate guarantees worth ₹23.99 crores. Operating under Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process since December 2022, the company continues to face complex legal proceedings including pending appeals regarding additional claims from Shamrao Vithal Co-op Bank Ltd worth ₹49.72 crores.

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MT Educare Limited has disclosed defaults on repayment of principal and interest amounts to its lenders, including Prudence ARC and Axis Bank, pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR), 2015. The disclosure, dated April 29, 2026, reveals that the company has been in default since March 30, 2026, with ongoing issues dating back to March 2021. The total outstanding borrowings from banks and financial institutions amount to ₹32.33 crore.
Default Breakdown
The company's defaults are spread across multiple lending facilities with two primary lenders. The current default amounts include both principal and interest components:
| Lender: | Principal (₹ Crores) | Interest (₹ Crores) |
|---|---|---|
| Prudence ARC | 16.44 | 3.75 |
| Axis Bank Limited | 7.65 | 4.51 |
The obligations include term loans, overdraft facilities, and corporate guarantees. The secured loans carry varying interest rates ranging from 11.20% to 13.75%, with tenures of 2 years.
Loan Obligation Details
The company provided detailed information about its outstanding obligations:
| Lender: | Type | Amount Outstanding (₹ Crores) | Tenure (Years) | Rate of Interest | Secured/Unsecured |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axis Bank Ltd | Term Loan | 7.16 | 2 | 11.65% | Secured |
| Axis Bank Ltd | OD | 4.98 | 2 | 11.20% | Secured |
| Prudence ARC | Term Loan | 20.19 | 2 | 13.75% | Secured |
Corporate Insolvency Status
MT Educare Limited has been under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) since December 16, 2022, as per the order of the Honorable National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai. The claims from secured financial creditors are being verified as per public announcements. Mr. Arihant Nenawati currently serves as the Resolution Professional for the company, having been appointed on January 22, 2024, replacing the previous Interim Resolution Professional Mr. Ashwin Bhavanji Shah.
Invoked Corporate Guarantees
In addition to direct borrowings, the company has invoked corporate guarantees against two entities:
| Name of Lender: | Name of Primary Borrower | Amount (₹ Crores) | Secured/Unsecured |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis Bank Ltd | Sri Gayatri Education Society | 7.30 | Secured |
| Prudence ARC | Lakshya Forum for Competitions Private Limited | 16.69 | Secured |
Additional Claims and Legal Proceedings
The company noted that Shamrao Vithal Co-op Bank Ltd had submitted a claim of ₹49.72 crore regarding a corporate guarantee for its subsidiary Labh Ventures India Pvt Ltd. However, this claim was rejected as the guarantee was not invoked before the Insolvency Commencement Date of December 16, 2022. The bank's appeal before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal is currently pending following dismissal by NCLT Mumbai on March 27, 2025.
The loans from Prudence ARC were previously held by Assets Care & Reconstruction Enterprises Limited and were reassigned to Prudent ARC Limited through a deed of assignment dated August 11, 2023.
Historical Stock Returns for MT Educare
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.94% | +12.86% | +23.44% | -23.30% | -34.17% | -76.76% |
What are the prospects for finding a viable resolution plan under the current Resolution Professional, and how might the ongoing defaults impact potential investor interest?
How will the pending NCLAT appeal by Shamrao Vithal Co-op Bank regarding the ₹49.72 crore guarantee claim affect the overall resolution process if successful?
What impact could MT Educare's insolvency have on India's private education sector, particularly given the company's previous market position?

































