Sonata Software Limited Reports on ESG Performance and Sustainability Initiatives for FY 2025-26

Sonata Software Limited Reports on ESG Performance and Sustainability Initiatives for FY 2025-26​

Sonata Software Limited has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year 2025-26, detailing operations across various facets of corporate responsibility. The report provides a comprehensive look into the company's business activities, employee welfare, environmental stewardship, and commitment to ethical governance.

Operational Scope and Market Presence​

As of FY 2025-26, Sonata Software Limited maintains a significant global operational footprint. The company operates 11 plants across India and 24 international locations. Its operations span both national and international markets, serving customers in 7 Indian states and 17 countries.

The core business activity detailed is Information Technology Services and Solutions, which includes IT consultancy, computer programming, modernization, and testing support, constituting over 90% of the entity's turnover. The company's products and services—specifically Computer Programming, consultancy, and related activities—contribute 100% to its total turnover.

In terms of financial standing, the company reported a paid-up capital of Rs. 28,04,24,816/- and registered gross turnover of 1,070,124 Lakhs for the reporting year. The report highlights that exports contribute 39% to the entity's total turnover.

Workforce Management and Governance Highlights​

Sonata maintains a workforce comprising 6,386 employees and 149 workers as of the end of the financial year. Of the total staff, 4,442 are male (70%) and 1,944 are female (30%).

The company demonstrates commitment to gender parity in leadership roles: one female employee holds a position on the Board of Directors (representing 14.29% of the Board), and one female KMP member is noted across the Key Management Personnel group (at 25%).

A focus on human capital development is evident through extensive training programs, with 91% of employees receiving Human Rights training in FY 2026, compared to 92% in the previous financial year. Furthermore, Sonata ensures that gross wages paid to female employees constitute 22.6% of total wages, down from 23.25% in the prior year.

In terms of risk and governance, material issues reviewed include Human Capital Development, Corporate Governance & Business Ethics, Privacy Protection & Cybersecurity, and Climate Change. Sonata mitigates these risks by employing industry-leading practices to cultivate engagement among employees and maintaining robust frameworks for corporate governance and security, including adherence to ISO 27001 for Information Security Management.

Environmental Stewardship and Resource Management​

The BRSR details specific metrics related to environmental impact across several key areas.

Climate Action:
Sonata has an established program dedicated to reducing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. For FY 2026, the company recorded 4.59 metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent in Total Scope 1 emissions and 564.90 metric tonnes in Total Scope 2 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emission intensity stood at 0.00000000532 per rupee of turnover for FY 2026, an improvement from the previous year.

Resource Management:
The company emphasizes water conservation, having implemented Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems at two Bangalore facilities. Water withdrawal in India locations totaled 9,431 kiloliters in FY 2026, down from 7,287 kiloliters in the previous year.

Waste Management:
Total waste generated by the entity was 24.92 metric tonnes (MT) in FY 2026, compared to 41.15 MT in FY 2025. The company's initiatives include prioritizing the procurement of refurbished equipment and ensuring that all end-of-life electronics are handled by authorized e-waste recyclers.

Supply Chain and Stakeholder Engagement​

Sonata maintains a diligent sustainable procurement strategy, assessing vendors against rigorous ESG criteria. A significant 60% of value chain partners were assessed on Health and Safety practices for the reporting year. Furthermore, the company’s initiatives focus on innovation include Tech Fest and Sonata Spark, encouraging employees to develop industry-ready tools and technologies.

The company actively monitors its commitments related to consumer protection and managed customer feedback mechanisms, ensuring that operational and strategic customer feedback surveys are conducted periodically through defined online tools and in-person engagement with customers.

SONATSOFTW Stock Price Movement​

Today, Sonata Software Limited shares edged higher, closing at ₹279.90 after gaining 0.49%. The stock saw a trading range between ₹273.05 and ₹283.20, with over 1.49 million shares traded during the session.