Paisalo Digital Limited has announced that its public issuance of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) aggregating ₹300 crore has been fully subscribed. The company decided to exercise its option for early closure, ending the issue on Monday, August 17, 2026, three days ahead of the originally scheduled closing date of Thursday, August 20, 2026.

The strong investor response underscores confidence in Paisalo’s business model and growth strategy as it seeks to diversify its funding profile. This issuance represents the first tranche under the company’s approved ₹900 crore NCD programme.

Issue Details

The public issuance involves up to 30,00,000 secured, rated, listed, redeemable non-convertible debentures. Each debenture has a face value of ₹1,000. The base issue amount was up to ₹15,000 lakhs, with an option to retain oversubscription up to an additional ₹15,000 lakhs. The aggregate issue size reached the maximum limit of ₹30,000 lakhs (₹300 crore).

The issuance is pursuant to the Shelf Prospectus dated July 31, 2026, and the Tranche I Prospectus dated July 31, 2026.

NCD Terms and Ratings

The NCDs are offered across six series with tenors ranging from 18 months to 60 months. The coupon rates range from 9.00% per annum for the 18-month series to 10.47% per annum for the 60-month series.

*Series VI is allocated where applicants have not indicated a choice of relevant NCD Series.

The NCDs have been assigned a credit rating of "BWR AA/ Stable" by Brickwork Ratings India Private Limited and "IVR AA/Stable" by Infomerics Valuation and Rating Limited. Securities with this rating are considered to have a high degree of safety regarding timely servicing of financial obligations.

Strategic Context

Santanu Agarwal, Deputy Managing Director of Paisalo Digital Limited, stated that the successful subscription reflects growing investor confidence in the company’s governance standards and long-term strategy. He noted that strengthening and diversifying the liability franchise is a key priority as the company scales lending operations across underserved segments.

Paisalo Digital operates as a leading NBFC focused on expanding formal credit access to MSMEs, micro-enterprises, and underserved borrowers. The company maintains a network of 5,995 touch points across 23 states and union territories in India.

Regulatory Compliance

The decision to close the issue early complies with Regulation 33A of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue and Listing of Non-Convertible Securities) Regulations, 2021, as amended. The intimation was issued under Regulations 30 and 51 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.

Manendra Singh, Company Secretary of Paisalo Digital Limited, signed the disclosure letter dated August 14, 2026, and the subsequent press release dated August 17, 2026.

Paisalo Digital Limited has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Chakrawiu Gannlalen Company Limited for the provision of technology services and artificial intelligence support. Dated August 14, 2026, the agreement outlines a comprehensive scope of services aimed at supporting Chakrawiu's digital services business.

Scope of Engagement

Under the terms of the MOU, Paisalo will deliver a wide range of technology solutions. The scope includes software and digital platform development, data processing, technology consulting, system integration, process automation, and technology infrastructure management. Additionally, the company will provide technical support and training services.

A key component of the partnership involves knowledge transfer. Paisalo will share its AI-related learnings and expertise with Chakrawiu to facilitate the development and implementation of relevant technology solutions.

Financial Impact

The engagement is structured to contribute a recurring income stream to Paisalo's financials. Based on the current scope of services, the company expects the deal to generate other income of approximately ₹4 crore to ₹5 crore per annum.

The MOU marks Paisalo Digital's expanded engagement in the technology and artificial intelligence services space, leveraging its existing capabilities to serve new clients in the digital services sector.