Mumbai, January 20, 2026: Advanta Enterprises Limited, a global agricultural solutions company backed by UPL Limited, has filed draft papers for
its initial public offering comprising an offer for sale of up to 36.11 million equity shares with a face value of ₹1 each. The issue is structured as a 100% book-built offer, with no fresh issue component.
IPO Structure and Share Sale Details
The proposed public issue consists entirely of an offer for sale by existing shareholders, led by promoter UPL Limited, alongside select institutional investors. The company will not receive any proceeds from the offer, with sale proceeds accruing to the selling shareholders after deducting applicable expenses and taxes.Offer for Sale Breakdown
| Selling Shareholder | Equity Shares Offered |
|---|---|
| UPL Limited | Up to 28,107,578 |
| Melwood Holdings II Pte. Ltd. | Up to 7,995,390 |
| KIA EBT Scheme 2 | Up to 2,610 |
| Total | Up to 36,105,578 |
Capital Structure Snapshot
| Particulars | Equity Shares |
|---|---|
| Issued and Paid-up Capital (Pre-IPO) | 361,055,779 |
| Equity Shares Offered | Up to 36,105,578 |
| Issued Capital (Post-IPO) | 361,055,779 |
Business Overview
Advanta Enterprises operates as a global agricultural solutions platform focused on advanced hybrid seeds and post-harvest technologies. The company has built a diversified portfolio of over 900 hybrid seed varieties across 21 breeding crops, with distribution spanning 74 countries. Its integrated platform leverages more than five decades of proprietary research and development, aimed at improving farm productivity and sustainability.In addition to seeds, Advanta operates a post-harvest solutions business under the Decco brand, offering technologies that help reduce food loss and enhance produce quality across supply chains.
Financial Snapshot
Summary of Consolidated Assets
| Particulars | Sep 30, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Property, Plant and Equipment | ₹6,024.82 million | ₹5,433.11 million |
| Capital Work-in-Progress | ₹668.72 million | ₹909.87 million |
| Investments (Equity Method) | ₹7,171.06 million | ₹7,562.17 million |
| Right-of-Use Assets | ₹3,317.78 million | ₹2,824.50 million |
Promoter and Ownership
Advanta Enterprises is promoted by UPL Limited, a global agriculture inputs major. UPL remains the largest shareholder and is the primary selling shareholder in the IPO. Post listing, UPL will continue to retain a significant stake in the company.IPO Objectives
The primary objective of the public offering is to enable listing of the company’s equity shares on Indian stock exchanges and provide liquidity to existing shareholders. The company has clarified that it does not intend to undertake any pre-IPO placements, bonus issues, or share splits ahead of the listing.About the Company
Advanta Enterprises Limited is an India-incorporated, globally operating agricultural solutions company with a strong presence across seeds and post-harvest technologies. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, with key operational offices in Hyderabad, and serves farmers across multiple geographies through a research-driven, crop-focused approach. The equity shares are proposed to be listed on Indian stock exchanges following completion of the offering.Source:
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