Qualitek Labs Limited Announces Non-Applicability of SEBI Regulation 24A for FY26
Qualitek Labs Limited has informed BSE that Regulation 24A of SEBI LODR Regulations is not applicable for FY26 due to its listing on BSE SME Platform since 29th January, 2024. The exemption relieves the company from submitting the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report, which would otherwise be required within 60 days of the financial year end. This exemption is part of the broader regulatory relief provided to SME-listed entities under Regulation 15(2) of SEBI LODR Regulations.

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Qualitek Labs Limited has officially notified the Bombay Stock Exchange regarding the non-applicability of Regulation 24A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 for the financial year ended 31st March, 2026. The communication, dated 6th April, 2026, was signed by Managing Director Antaryami Nayak and addresses the company's exemption from certain regulatory compliance requirements.
Regulatory Exemption Details
The exemption is grounded in Regulation 15(2) of the SEBI LODR Regulations, which provides specific relief to entities listed on SME exchanges. According to this provision, compliance with various corporate governance regulations is not mandatory for companies listed on SME platforms.
| Exemption Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Applicable Regulation: | Regulation 24A of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015 |
| Financial Year: | Ended 31st March, 2026 |
| Listing Platform: | BSE SME Platform (BSE Emerge) |
| Listing Date: | 29th January, 2024 |
| Exempted Requirement: | Annual Secretarial Compliance Report |
SME Platform Benefits
The company's listing on the BSE SME Platform provides comprehensive exemptions from multiple regulatory provisions. The exempted regulations include Regulations 17, 17A, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 24A, 25, 26, 26A, 27, and specific clauses of Regulation 46, along with Para C, D and E of Schedule V of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
Compliance Report Waiver
Under normal circumstances, Regulation 24A mandates the submission of an Annual Secretarial Compliance Report by a Practicing Company Secretary within 60 days from the end of the financial year. However, due to the SME listing exemption, Qualitek Labs Limited is not required to submit this report for the financial year ended 31st March, 2026.
Company Information
Qualitek Labs Limited operates with its registered office at 73, National Park, Lajpat Nagar IV, New Delhi, and maintains its corporate office at C-40, Sector 57, Noida. The company has been listed on the BSE SME Platform since 29th January, 2024, enabling it to benefit from the relaxed regulatory framework designed for small and medium enterprises.
Historical Stock Returns for Qualitek Labs
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +14.57% | +19.15% | +12.20% | -2.39% | +49.05% | +84.46% |
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