Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd

About Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd

Veranda Learning Solutions is an Indian ed-tech company providing comprehensive education services across test preparation, upskilling, and higher education. It operates through a blended learning model, targeting students and professionals across diverse competitive exams and career advancement programs via multiple brands.

Key Financial Ratios of Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd

• P/E Ratio (TTM): Price to Earnings ratio shows how much an investor pays for every rupee of the company's earnings. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's P/E ratio (TTM) is -2429.40, compared to the industry median of 37.44 and large cap median of 37.44.

• P/B Ratio: Price to Book ratio compares a company's market price to its book value per share. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's P/B ratio is 2.44, compared to the industry median of 1.29 and large cap median of 1.29.

• P/S Ratio: Price to Sales ratio compares a company's market value to its total revenue. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's P/S ratio is 4.85, compared to the industry median of 3.53 and large cap median of 3.53.

• PEG Ratio: PEG ratio adjusts the P/E ratio for expected earnings growth. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's PEG ratio is N/A.

• EV/EBITDA Ratio: This ratio compares a company's enterprise value to its earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's EV/EBITDA ratio is 9.22.

• Return on Equity (ROE): ROE measures how much profit a company generates from shareholders' invested capital. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's ROE is 13.57%.

• Return on Assets (ROA): ROA measures how efficiently a company converts its assets into net profit. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's ROA is 9.01%.

• Return on Capital Employed (ROCE): ROCE measures how efficiently a company generates profit from all the capital it employs. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's ROCE is 13%.

• Operating Margin: Operating margin shows what percentage of revenue remains after covering operating expenses. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's operating margin is 34.23%.

• Net Margin: Net margin shows what percentage of revenue converts into final net profit. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's net margin is 26.97%.

• Current Ratio: The current ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term liabilities using short-term assets. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's current ratio is 1.11.

• Debt to Equity Ratio: This ratio shows the proportion of debt a company uses relative to shareholders' equity. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's debt-to-equity ratio is 0.39.

• Interest Coverage Ratio: This ratio shows how easily a company can pay interest on its outstanding debt from its operating earnings. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's interest coverage ratio is 2.97.

• Dividend Per Share (DPS): DPS shows the total dividend paid per share in the latest financial year. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's DPS is ₹0.

• Earnings Per Share (EPS): EPS shows how much profit is allocated to each outstanding share. Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd's EPS is 133.

(Source line: "Ratios as of 20 Oct 2026, based on last traded price of ₹242.94. Data sourced from BSE/NSE Exchange Filings & Public Terminal Data.")

Key Facts

• Founded: 2018

• Headquarters: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

• Core Offerings: Test Preparation, Professional Upskilling, Higher Education, Online Degree Programs

• Stock Listing: NSE (VERANDA), BSE (543514)

• Promoter: Kalpathi S. Suresh / Kalpathi Group

History of Veranda Learning Solutions Ltd

Veranda Learning Solutions was incorporated in January 2018. The company rapidly expanded through strategic acquisitions, notably acquiring Edureka in 2021 to enter professional upskilling. In 2022, it went public via an IPO and acquired T.I.M.E. (Triumphant Institute of Management Education), a major player in test preparation. Further acquisitions in 2023 included Sreedhar's CCE, JK Shah Classes, and the India operations of The Princeton Review, consolidating its position across various education segments.

Business Segments and Revenue Mix

• Test Preparation: Provides coaching for competitive exams including UPSC, Banking, SSC, NEET, JEE, and CA/CMA under brands like T.I.M.E., Sreedhar's CCE, and JK Shah Classes.

• Professional Upskilling: Offers career-focused courses in Data Science, AI/ML, Cloud Computing, and Cybersecurity through Edureka and The Princeton Review (India).

• Higher Education: Collaborates with universities to deliver blended and online degree and diploma programs, enhancing employability.

Key Personnel

Kalpathi S. Suresh (Chairman & Whole-time Director): An experienced entrepreneur with over 30 years in education and entertainment, he drives the company's strategic vision and growth initiatives.

Subsidiaries and Associate Companies

• Veranda Race Learning Solutions Private Limited

• Veranda XL Learning Solutions Private Limited (Edureka)

• T.I.M.E. Education Enterprises Private Limited

• JK Shah Education Private Limited

• Veranda Higher Ed Private Limited

• Veranda K-12 Solutions Private Limited

Corporate Actions

Significant M&A activity post-IPO including acquisition of T.I.M.E. (2022), Sreedhar's CCE (2023), JK Shah Classes (2023), and The Princeton Review (India operations) (2023).

References

1. Annual Report 2023-24 2. Exchange Filings (NSE/BSE) 3. Company Investor Presentations