SecUR Credentials Reports Sharp Revenue Decline and Net Loss of ₹132.99 Lakhs in Q2FY25
SecUR Credentials Limited reported a net loss of ₹132.99 Lakhs for Q2FY25 (quarter ended September 30, 2024), a sharp reversal from a net profit of ₹324.76 Lakhs in Q2FY24, as revenue from operations fell to ₹79.07 Lakhs from ₹700.70 Lakhs. For the half year ended September 30, 2024, the net loss widened to ₹515.60 Lakhs compared to a net profit of ₹425.84 Lakhs in the corresponding prior period. Total assets as on September 30, 2024 stood at ₹6,821.62 Lakhs, down from ₹7,898.66 Lakhs as on March 31, 2024. The statutory auditors' limited review report flagged multiple compliance concerns, including a director loan of ₹152.12 Lakhs in contravention of Section 185 of the Companies Act, 2013, non-recognition of gratuity provisions, absence of ECL provisioning, and non-availability of GST and PF/ESIC records for verification.

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SecUR Credentials Limited, India's first background screening company listed on NSE Emerge, has reported its unaudited standalone financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2024, disclosing a sharp decline in revenue and a widening net loss compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. The results were reviewed by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board of Directors at their meeting held on May 04, 2026, and have been subjected to a limited review by statutory auditors JPMD & Associates, Chartered Accountants.
Quarterly Financial Performance
The company's revenue from operations declined steeply to ₹79.07 Lakhs in the quarter ended September 30, 2024 (Q2FY25), compared to ₹700.70 Lakhs in the quarter ended September 30, 2023 (Q2FY24). Other income stood at ₹18.59 Lakhs in Q2FY25 versus ₹40.67 Lakhs in Q2FY24, bringing total income to ₹97.66 Lakhs against ₹741.37 Lakhs in the year-ago quarter. Total expenses for Q2FY25 were ₹230.65 Lakhs, resulting in a net loss of ₹132.99 Lakhs, compared to a net profit of ₹324.76 Lakhs in Q2FY24. The following table presents the key financial metrics across comparable periods:
| Metric: | Q2FY25 (Sept 2024) | Q1FY25 (June 2024) | Q2FY24 (Sept 2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations (₹ Lakhs): | 79.07 | 4.52 | 700.70 |
| Other Income (₹ Lakhs): | 18.59 | 0.58 | 40.67 |
| Total Income (₹ Lakhs): | 97.66 | 5.10 | 741.37 |
| Employee Benefits Expense (₹ Lakhs): | 37.58 | 84.07 | 153.19 |
| Finance Costs (₹ Lakhs): | 38.81 | 53.59 | 67.37 |
| Depreciation & Amortisation (₹ Lakhs): | 47.43 | 69.93 | 88.67 |
| Other Expenses (₹ Lakhs): | 106.83 | 180.12 | 388.24 |
| Total Expenses (₹ Lakhs): | 230.65 | 387.71 | 697.47 |
| Net Profit / (Loss) (₹ Lakhs): | (132.99) | (382.61) | 324.76 |
| Basic & Diluted EPS (₹): | (0.32) | (0.93) | 0.79 |
Half Year and Full Year Comparison
For the half year ended September 30, 2024, revenue from operations stood at ₹83.59 Lakhs compared to ₹1,701.29 Lakhs in the half year ended September 30, 2023. Total income for H1FY25 was ₹102.76 Lakhs against ₹1,755.39 Lakhs in H1FY24. The net loss for H1FY25 widened to ₹515.60 Lakhs, compared to a net profit of ₹425.84 Lakhs in H1FY24. For the full year ended March 31, 2024, the company had reported total income of ₹3,386.55 Lakhs and a net loss of ₹245.50 Lakhs.
| Metric: | H1FY25 (Sep 2024) | H1FY24 (Sep 2023) | FY24 (Mar 2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations (₹ Lakhs): | 83.59 | 1,701.29 | 2,812.89 |
| Total Income (₹ Lakhs): | 102.76 | 1,755.39 | 3,386.55 |
| Total Expenses (₹ Lakhs): | 618.36 | 1,558.21 | 4,069.98 |
| Net Profit / (Loss) (₹ Lakhs): | (515.60) | 425.84 | (245.50) |
| Basic & Diluted EPS (₹): | (1.26) | 1.04 | (0.60) |
Balance Sheet Position
As on September 30, 2024, the company's total assets stood at ₹6,821.62 Lakhs, down from ₹7,898.66 Lakhs as on March 31, 2024. Total equity declined to ₹3,708.92 Lakhs from ₹4,265.30 Lakhs, reflecting the accumulated losses during the period. Cash and cash equivalents fell sharply to ₹1.79 Lakhs from ₹80.49 Lakhs. The paid-up equity share capital remained unchanged at ₹4,106.28 Lakhs (face value of ₹10 each) across all reported periods.
| Balance Sheet Item: | As on 30.09.2024 (₹ Lakhs) | As on 31.03.2024 (₹ Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Assets: | 6,821.62 | 7,898.66 |
| Total Equity: | 3,708.92 | 4,265.30 |
| Non-Current Liabilities: | 1,529.42 | 1,819.27 |
| Current Liabilities: | 1,583.27 | 1,814.09 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents: | 1.79 | 80.49 |
| Trade Receivables (Current): | 2,884.41 | 3,322.35 |
| Equity Share Capital: | 4,106.28 | 4,106.28 |
Auditor Observations and Compliance Concerns
The limited review report issued by JPMD & Associates highlighted several significant observations and qualifications. The auditors noted multiple instances of non-compliance and unverified balances, which are summarised below:
- Director Loan: The company has granted a loan of ₹152.12 Lakhs to a Director, which is stated to be in contravention of Section 185 of the Companies Act, 2013.
- Gratuity Provision: Provision for gratuity has not been recognised in the financial statements, and no actuarial valuation has been obtained, which is not in compliance with Ind AS 19 – Employee Benefits.
- Expected Credit Loss (ECL): ECL provision has not been made as required under Ind AS 109.
- Deferred Tax Assets: In the absence of reasonable certainty regarding future taxable profits, the company has not recognised Deferred Tax Assets on carried forward losses, in accordance with Ind AS 12.
- Inventory: Inventory disclosed was not found to exist during physical verification, indicating a possible overstatement in prior periods; the impact has not been quantified.
- GST Records: GST returns, reconciliation statements, and supporting records were not made available for verification.
- PF and ESIC Records: Provident Fund and ESIC challans, returns, and reconciliation statements were not produced for verification.
- Company Website: The company's website was not active as on the date of the limited review, preventing verification of statutory disclosure compliance.
- Statutory Dues: Statutory dues outstanding as per opening balances remain unpaid as on September 30, 2024.
- Current Maturities of Borrowings: Current maturities of long-term borrowings have not been disclosed due to non-availability of repayment schedules.
- Trade Receivables and Payables: These are subject to confirmation and have been considered as certified by management, with no independent balance confirmations received.
The auditors stated that their opinion is not modified in respect of the matters highlighted under the Emphasis of Matters section, having relied upon assumptions and explanations provided by management.
Given the near-zero cash position of ₹1.79 Lakhs and mounting losses, what fundraising or restructuring options does SecUR Credentials have to avoid insolvency in the near term?
How might NSE Emerge respond to the multiple compliance violations and auditor qualifications, and could SecUR Credentials face delisting or regulatory action?
With revenue collapsing from ₹1,701 Lakhs to ₹83.59 Lakhs in just one year, what structural changes in the background screening industry or client base could explain this decline, and is recovery realistic?
































