Q-Line Biotech NSE SME IPO review

  • The company is engaged in the business of developing, manufacturing and marketing of diverse range of reagents and consumables.
  • It posted growth in its top lines for the reported periods, but suffered a setback for FY25 in bottom line following accounting adjustments.
  • As the company has no listed peers, it is trying to extract fancy price for its IPO.
  • Based on its overall financial data, the issue appears fully priced.
  • Well-informed investors may park moderate funds for long term.
Dilip Davda

About Company

Q-Line Biotech Ltd. (QBL) is engaged in the business of developing, manufacturing and marketing of diverse range of reagents (including kits and POC devices) & consumables and manufacturing, importing, distribution/supply of diagnostic equipment for different diagnostic healthcare needs. The company supplies diagnostic equipment and IVD products for different diagnostic healthcare needs since 2013 directly or through its distributor/s majorly to diagnostic service providers, hospitals and medical colleges. 

The company has established its brands over a period of 12 years through its experience, R & D, manufacturing capabilities and quality assurance. The core segments of operations of the Company in IVD Industry include Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Immunodiagnostics, Molecular Diagnostics and Others (POC Devices & Rapids).

QBL’s key manufacturing segments include indigenous manufacturing of reagents including Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Immunodiagnostics, Molecular Diagnostics and Others (POC Devices & Rapids) and supplying/ manufacturing of in-vitro diagnostics (IVD), Pathology equipment’s & devices. Further during the Covid-19 pandemic, the company diversified its focus and with the technical collaboration of third-party institutes and through its own R&D team developed a range of Covid testing kits viz. RT-PCR Kits, RNA Extraction Kits, VTM Kits etc.

It is research driven company engaged in developing and manufacturing a wide range of reagents formulations used across various IVD and diagnostic needs. The company leverages its R&D capabilities to develop and manufacture a portfolio of differentiated reagent formulations /products. Further, for its certain Class of Reagent & equipment’s and devices manufacturing business, the company has entered into technical collaboration with certain international companies. Under the agreement terms, it undertakes the manufacturing of these Reagent and equipment’s and devices as per the technical collaboration and specifications provided by the partners or companies. 

With the help of these collaborations the equipment and devices adhere to strict quality control, international standards and certifications. As of March 31, 2026, the company employed 19 personnel at R&D laboratories, which constituted 5.25% of its total permanent employee strength. As of March 31, 2026, it had 362 employees on its payroll and additional 223 contract employees in various departments.

Q-Line Biotech IPO

Issue Details / Capital History

The company is coming out with its maiden book building route IPO of 6253200 equity shares of Rs. 10 each to mobilize Rs. 214.48 cr. at the upper cap. The company has announced a price band of Rs. 326 - Rs. 343 per share.  The minimum application to be made is for 800 shares and in multiples of 400 shares thereon, thereafter. The IPO opens for subscription on May 21, 2026, and will close on May 25, 2026. The IPO constitute 26.81% of the post-IPO paid-up capital of the company. The shares will be listed on NSE SME Emerge. From the net proceeds of the IPO, it will utilize Rs. 93.50 cr. for working capital, Rs. 90.00 cr. for repayment/prepayment of certain borrowings, and the rest for general corporate purposes. 

The company raised Rs. 27.44 cr. in a pre-IPO placement of 800000 shares in May 2026, at Rs. 343 per share.

The IPO is jointly lead managed by Hem Securities Ltd., and Share India Capital Services Pvt. Ltd., Purva Sharegistry (India) Pvt. Ltd., is the registrar to the issue. HEM group’s Hem Finlease Pvt. Ltd., is the market maker as well as a syndicate member.

The company has issued initial equity capital at par value. It raised further equity shares in the price range of Rs. 125 – Rs. 417 between March 2019 and May 2026. It has also issued bonus shares in the ratio of 2 for 1 in March 2016, and 9 for 1 in August 2025. The average cost of acquisition of shares by the promoters is Rs. 0.00, Rs. 0.04, and Rs. 18.34 per share.

Post-IPO, company’s current paid-up equity capital of Rs. 17.07 cr. will stand enhanced to Rs. 23.33 cr. Based on the upper band of the IPO pricing, the company is looking for a market cap of Rs. 800.16 cr. 

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Financial Performance

On the financial performance front, for the last three fiscals, the company has (on a consolidated basis) posted total income/ net profit, of Rs. 184.81 cr. / Rs. 32.10 cr. (FY23), Rs. 206.45 cr. / Rs. 34.44 cr. (FY24), Rs. 322.58 cr. / Rs. 28.13 cr. (FY25). For 9M of FY26 ended on December 31, 2025, it earned a net profit of Rs. 38.69 cr. on a total income of Rs. 236.50 cr. Though it posted growth in its top lines for the reported periods, its bottom line posted inconsistency. For FY25, it posted lower net profit of Rs. 28.13 cr., and for 9M-FY26, though the top line is Rs, 236.50 cr. it posted bumper profit of Rs. 38.69 cr. in a pre-IPO period, that not only raise eyebrows, but also concern over its sustainability going forward. Despite higher other income for FY25, it marked lower net following extra-ordinary item of Rs. 16.97 cr. Its contingent liability stood at Rs. 61.64 cr. as of December 31, 2025, that raises alarm. Its overall borrowings of Rs. 242.57 cr. as of December 31, 2025, raise concern.

For the last two fiscals, the company has reported an average EPS of Rs. 25.00, and an average RoNW of 23.17%. The issue is priced at a P/BV of 2.44 based on its NAV of Rs. 140.81 per share as of December 31, 2025, but its post-IPO NAV data is missing from the offer documents.

If we attribute FY26 super earnings to its post-IPO fully diluted paid-up equity capital, then the asking price is at a P/E of 15.51, and based on FY25 earnings, the P/E stands at 28.44. The issue appears fully priced, based on its bumper earnings for 9M-FY26, which may not be sustained. 

For the reported periods, the company has posted PAT margins of 17.56% (FY23), 16.92% (FY24), 8.97% (FY25), 16.65% (9M-FY26), and RoCE margins of 22.14%, 19.25%, 17.66%, 13.32%, respectively, for referred periods.

All amounts in Indian Rupees crores

Period Ended Revenue Expense PAT Assets
2023 ₹184.81 ₹154.97 ₹32.10 ₹251.58
2024 ₹206.45 ₹175.85 ₹34.44 ₹339.25
2025 ₹322.58 ₹261.43 ₹28.13 ₹455.49
Dec 2025 ₹236.50 ₹186.96 ₹38.69 ₹561.34

Dividend Policy

The company has not paid any dividends for the reported periods of the offer document. It will adopt a prudent dividend policy, based on its financial performance and future prospects. 

Comparison with Listed Peers - for Fiscal 2025

As per the offer document, the company has no listed peers to compare with.

Name of the Company Face Value (₹) EPS basic (₹)  EPS Diluted (₹) RONW (%) P/E Ratio NAV (₹)
Powerica Limited 5 15.26  15.26 15.37 %  24.45 99.76
Listed Peers
Cummins India Limited 2 72.15  72.15 26.45% 64.13  272.78
Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited 2 33.71 33.60 15.85% 43.24 212.60
NTPC Green Energy Limited 10 0.67 0.67 2.58% 129.40 21.88
Acme Solar Holdings Limited 2 4.55 4.53 5.59% 50.74  74.54
Adani Green Energy Limited 10 8.37 8.37 11.90%  101.53  76.62
Disclaimer: Above table shows earnings and P/E ratio as of 2025-26

Merchant Banker's Track Record

The two merchant bankers associated with this issue have handled 79 issues in the past three years, out of which 8 issues closed below the issue price on listing date.

Conclusion - Apply for medium to long term

QBL is engaged in the business of developing, manufacturing and marketing of diverse range of reagents and consumables. It posted growth in its top lines for the reported periods, but suffered a setback for FY25 in bottom line following accounting adjustments. As the company has no listed peers, it is trying to extract fancy price for its IPO. Based on its overall financial data, the issue appears fully priced. Well-informed investors may park moderate funds for long term.

Dilip Davda is a veteran financial journalist associated with the Indian stock market since 1978. He has been contributing to print and electronic media on capital markets, insurance, and finance since 1985.

He is widely recognized for reviewing public issues and non-convertible debentures (NCDs) in the primary market. Drawing on over three decades of market experience and close interaction with merchant bankers, his reviews focus on detailed fundamental and financial analysis of companies, with a special emphasis on SME public issues.

Disclaimer: The information provided herein is solely for educational and informational purposes and does not constitute an offer, solicitation, or recommendation to buy or sell any securities. Readers are advised to consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks. The author does not intend to invest in the securities discussed.

FAQ Accordion
Q-Line Biotech IPO FAQs
1. What is Q-Line Biotech IPO?
Q-Line Biotech IPO is SME IPO. The company is going to raise ₹214 Crores via IPO. The issue is priced at ₹326 to ₹343 per equity share. The IPO is to be listed on NSE SME.
2. When Q-Line Biotech IPO will open for subscription?
The IPO is to open on May 21, 2026 for QIB, NII, and Retail Investors. The IPO will close on May 25,2026.
3. What is Q-Line Biotech IPO Investors Portion?
The investors’ portion for QIB is 50%, NII is 15%, and Retail is 35%.
4. How to Apply the Q-Line Biotech IPO?
You can apply for Q-Line Biotech IPO via ASBA online via your bank account. You can also apply for ASBA online via UPI through your stock brokers. You can also apply via your stock brokers by filling up the offline form.
5. What is Q-Line Biotech IPO Issue Size?
Q-Line Biotech IPO issue size is ₹214 crores.
6. What is Q-Line Biotech IPO Price Band?
Q-Line Biotech IPO Price Band is ₹326 to ₹343.
7. What is Q-Line Biotech IPO Lot Size?
The minimum bid is 800 Shares with ₹2,74,400 amount.
8. What is the Q-Line Biotech IPO Allotment Date?
Q-Line Biotech IPO allotment date is May 26,2026.
9. What is the Q-Line Biotech IPO Listing Date?
Q-Line Biotech IPO listing date is May 29, 2026. The IPO is to list on NSE SME.

Upcoming IPO in June 2026 Calendar – Key Listings Details

Good News for eagerly waiting investors! We are about to enter June 2026, and there are various Current ipo this month.

Being alert for the upcoming IPO in June will help investors plan their investments and stay informed about market trends.

This IPO month considered both SME and Mainboard with a satisfactory aim of IPO money utilisation. This is the perfect time to explore upcoming listings, plan your investments along with research, and take advantage of potential listing gains.
Upcoming IPO 2026

Below is a list of upcoming IPOs, along with their tentative dates and other key details to help you stay informed.  

Company IPOOpening dateClosing DateType of IPOIPO sizePrice Band
Merritronix  June 1, 2026 June 3, 2026 SME₹70.03 Cr. ₹141 to ₹149 
CMR Green June 3, 2026  June 5, 2026  Mainboard₹631 Cr.₹182 to ₹192  
Vahh Chemicals June 4, 2026 June 8, 2026SME₹13.45 Cr.₹60 
UHM VacationJune 4, 2026 June 8, 2026SME₹36.02 Cr.₹157 to ₹166
Genxai Analytics June 5, 2026  June 9, 2026SME₹54.84 Cr.₹110 to ₹116  
Hexagon Nutrition  June 5, 2026 June 9, 2026 Mainboard₹138.87 Cr.₹42 to ₹45  
Utkal SpecialityJune 10, 2026June 12, 2026SME₹35 Cr.₹62 to ₹66
Susan ElectricalsJune 11, 2026June 15, 2026SME₹70.38 Cr.₹120 to ₹127
Horizon ReclaimJune 12, 2026June 16, 2026SME₹54.27 Cr.₹98 to ₹103
Liotech IndustriesJune 17, 2026June 19, 2026SME₹36.02 Cr.₹321
Leapfrog EngineeringJune 17, 2026June 19, 2026SME₹89 Cr.₹21 to ₹23
Diksha PolymersJune 17, 2026June 19, 2026SME₹18 Cr.₹112
Clay CraftJune 17, 2026June 19, 2026SME₹110.11 Cr.₹193 to ₹203
Avience BiomedicalsJune 18, 2026June 22, 2026SME₹30.24 Cr.₹196 to ₹208
Riyaasat LifestyleJune 18, 2026June 22, 2026SME₹31 Cr.₹102 to ₹108
Turtlemint FintechJune 19, 2026June 23, 2026Mainboard₹883 Cr.₹144 to ₹152
Anubhav PlastJune 19, 2026June 23, 2026SME₹24 Cr.₹77 to ₹80
Advit JewelsJune 23, 2026June 25, 2026Mainboard₹165.16 Cr.₹130 to ₹138
Waterways Leisure TourismJune 23, 2026June 25, 2026Mainboard₹585 Cr.₹769 to ₹808
Shreedhar SpinnersJune 23, 2026June 25, 2026SME₹31 Cr.₹50 to ₹53
Jivial IndustriesJune 23, 2026June 25, 2026SME₹[.] Cr.₹[.] to ₹[.]
CSM TechnologiesJune 24, 2026June 29, 2026Mainboard₹146 Cr.₹107 to ₹113
Dhanwel Hybrid SeedsJune 24, 2026June 29, 2026SME₹27 Cr.₹95 to ₹99
Aastha SpintexJune 29, 2026July 1, 2026Mainboard₹170 Cr.₹[.] to ₹[.]

Merritronix IPO  

Merritronix IPO open date is June 1, 2026, and the IPO will close on June 3, 2026. Further, the company to raise around ₹70.03 crores via a fresh issue of ₹70.03 crores with a face value of ₹10 each. Merritronix IPO price band is ₹141 to ₹149 per share. 

CMR Green IPO   

CMR Green’s IPO opens on June 3, 2026, and closes on June 5, 2026. The company to raise around ₹631 crores via IPO that comprises fresh issue of ₹[.] crores and offer for sale up to 3,28,58,323 equity shares with face value of ₹2 each. CMR Green Technologies IPO price band is ₹182 to ₹192 per share.   

Vahh Chemicals IPO  

Vahh Chemicals IPO is opening from June 4, 2026, and the IPO will close on June 8, 2026. The ipo issue size of ₹13.45 crores via a fresh issue of ₹13.45 crores with a face value of ₹10 each. Vahh Chemicals IPO price band is ₹60 per share.  

UHM Vacation IPO    

UHM Vacation IPO opening date is around June 4, 2026, to the closing date June 8, 2026. The IPO issue size of ₹36.02 crores via fresh issue  ₹29.04 crores and offer for sale up to 4,20,000 equity shares with a face value of ₹10 each. UHM Vacation IPO price band is ₹157 to ₹166 per share.

Genxai Analytics IPO  

Genxai Analytics IPO open date is June 5, 2026, and the IPO will close on June 9, 2026. The ipo issue size of ₹54.84 crores via fresh issue of ₹54.84 crores with a face value of ₹10 each. Genxai Analytics IPO price band is ₹110 to ₹116 per share. 

Hexagon Nutrition IPO  

Hexagon Nutrition IPO is opening from  June 5, 2026, to close on June 9, 2026. The ipo issue size of ₹138.87 crores via IPO that comprises a fresh issue of ₹27.29 crores and offer for sale up to 3,08,59,704 equity shares with a face value of ₹1 each. Hexagon Nutrition IPO price band is ₹42 to ₹45 per share. 

Horizon Reclaim IPO

Horizon Reclaim IPO is launching its IPO from June 12, 2026, to June 16, 2026. The company aims to raise approximately ₹54.27 crore, which consists entirely of a fresh issue of shares worth ₹54.27 crore. The face value of each share is ₹10. Horizon Reclaim IPO price band is ₹98 to ₹103 per share.   

Leapfrog Engineering IPO 

Leapfrog Engineering IPO is opening from  June 17, 2026 to close on June 19, 2026. The IPO is around ₹89 crores via IPO that comprises a fresh issue of ₹80 crores and offer for sale up to 38,76,000 equity shares with a face value of ₹1 each. Leapfrog Engineering IPO price band is ₹21 to ₹23 per share.   

Liotech Industries IPO 

Liotech Industries IPO is opening from June 17, 2026 to close  June 19, 2026. The ipo issue ₹36.02 crores via IPO that comprises fresh issue of ₹28.89 crores and offer for sale up to 2,22,000 equity shares with face value of ₹10 each. Liotech Industries IPO price band is ₹321 per share. 

Clay Craft IPO 

Clay Craft IPO is opening on June 17, 2026, to close on June 19, 2026. The IPO issue size of ₹110.11 crores via a fresh issue, with a face value of ₹10 each. Clay Craft’s IPO price band is ₹193 to ₹203 per share.

Diksha Polymers IPO 

Diksha Polymers IPO is opening from June 17, 2026 to June 19, 2026. The ipo issue size of ₹17.90 crores via fresh issue with face value of ₹10 each. Diksha Polymers IPO price band is ₹112 per share.

Riyaasat Lifestyle IPO    

Riyaasat Lifestyle IPO opening date is June 18, 2026, close on June 22, 2026. 1The rest of the details are yet to be announced.   

Avience Biomedicals IPO  

Avience Biomedicals IPO is open from June 18, 2026 to June 22, 2026. The ipo issue size of ₹30.24 crores via a fresh issue, with a face value of ₹10 each.

Turtlemint Fintech IPO 

Turtlemint Fintech IPO is opening from June 19, 2026 to June 23, 2026. The ipo issue ₹660.72 crores and offer for sale up to 2,86,08,992 equity shares with face value of ₹1 each. Turtlemint Fintech IPO price band is ₹[.] to ₹[.] per share.

Anubhav Plast IPO  

Anubhav Plast IPO opening date is June 19, 2026, to closing date is June 23, 2026. The IPO issue size of ₹24 crores via a fresh issue, with the face value of ₹10 each. Anubhav Plast IPO price band is ₹77 to ₹80 per share.   

Advit Jewels IPO    

Advit Jewels IPO opens on June 23, 2026, and closes on June 25, 2026. The company plans to raise around ₹165.16 crores via an IPO, comprising a fresh issue of ₹165.16 crores and an offer for sale of up to [.] equity shares with a face value of ₹10 each. Advit Jewels IPO price band is ₹130 to ₹138 per share.  

Shreedhar Spinners IPO  

Shreedhar Spinners IPO open date is June 23, 2026 and the IPO will close on June 25, 2026. The company to raise around ₹31 crores via IPO that comprises a fresh issue of ₹31 crores and offer for sale up to [.] equity shares with face value of ₹10 each. Shreedhar Spinners IPO price band is ₹50 to ₹53 per share. 

Dhanwel Hybrid Seeds IPO  

Dhanwel Hybrid Seeds IPO opening date is June 24, 2026, to June 29, 2026. The IPO issue size of ₹27 crores via a fresh issue, with the face value of ₹10 each. Dhanwel Hybrid Seeds IPO price band is ₹95 to ₹99 per share.



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