Mittal Sections Limited Reports Minor Deviation in IPO Fund Utilization for Q3FY26
Mittal Sections Limited's Q3FY26 monitoring agency report shows minor deviation in IPO fund utilization with ₹0.29 crore excess usage in working capital from total proceeds of ₹52.91 crore. The company utilized ₹37.16 crore during the quarter across capital expenditure, working capital, debt repayment and corporate purposes, while ₹15.75 crore remains deployed in fixed deposits. CARE Ratings noted fund comingling concerns and highlighted 75% share price decline from listing levels.

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Mittal Sections Limited has submitted its monitoring agency report for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, revealing a minor deviation in the utilization of funds raised through its SME Initial Public Offer. CARE Ratings Limited, serving as the monitoring agency, identified a deviation of less than 10% from the objects disclosed in the offer document.
IPO Details and Fund Deployment
The company successfully raised ₹52.91 crore through its SME IPO conducted from October 07-09, 2025. During Q3FY26, the company utilized ₹37.16 crore across various stated objectives, leaving ₹15.75 crore unutilized as of December 31, 2025.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| IPO Size: | ₹52.91 crore |
| Issue Period: | October 07-09, 2025 |
| Amount Utilized (Q3FY26): | ₹37.16 crore |
| Unutilized Amount: | ₹15.75 crore |
| Industry Sector: | Iron & Steel Products |
Fund Utilization Breakdown
The monitoring agency report provides detailed insights into how the IPO proceeds were deployed across different objectives during the quarter.
| Objective: | Allocated Amount (₹ crore) | Utilized Amount (₹ crore) | Unutilized Amount (₹ crore) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Expenditure: | 20.82 | 4.78 | 16.04 |
| Working Capital Requirements: | 15.00 | 15.29 | (0.29) |
| Debt Repayment: | 5.00 | 5.00 | - |
| General Corporate Purpose: | 2.06 | 2.06 | - |
| Issue Related Expenses: | 10.03 | 10.03 | - |
Identified Deviation and Concerns
CARE Ratings identified an excess utilization of ₹0.29 crore towards working capital requirements, creating a negative balance in this category. The deviation arose due to differences in interpretation between the monitoring agency and company management regarding fund utilization tracking in the cash credit account.
The monitoring agency noted several concerns:
- Comingling of funds in the cash credit account with numerous debits and credits
- Reliance on company declarations and CA certificates for fund utilization verification
- Timing differences in cheque clearances affecting quarter-end reporting
Deployment of Unutilized Proceeds
The company has deployed the unutilized proceeds of ₹15.75 crore primarily in fixed deposits with City Union Bank Limited. These deposits carry interest rates ranging from 5.25% to 6.75% with varying maturity dates from January 2026 to October 2026. Additionally, ₹0.25 crore remains as closing balance in the escrow account.
Capital Expenditure Progress
During Q3FY26, the company utilized ₹4.78 crore towards capital expenditure, comprising ₹1.78 crore for machinery purchases and ₹3.00 crore for land acquisition. The company issued cheques worth ₹0.55 crore to vendors on December 29 and 31, 2025, which were cleared in January 2026, creating timing differences in the quarterly reporting.
Market Performance and Outlook
The monitoring agency report highlighted that the company's share price has declined by approximately 75% from its listing price as of February 11, 2026. The company's management attributed this decline to general market conditions and investor sentiment, factors beyond their control.
The report confirms that all objects remain on track for completion within FY26 as per the original timeline disclosed in the offer document. The monitoring agency will continue to track the utilization of remaining proceeds in subsequent quarters.
Historical Stock Returns for Mittal Sections
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.33% | +1.44% | -16.62% | -72.77% | -72.77% | -72.77% |



























