IRAScore

Our Methodology

How we calculate your IPO readiness score

The IRA Score Framework

Our IPO Readiness Assessment (IRA) methodology is built on years of investment banking experience and deep understanding of Indian capital markets. We've distilled the complex IPO listing requirements into a structured, 57-question framework that evaluates companies across four critical dimensions.

The IRA Score provides a quantitative measure of your company's readiness to list on BSE/NSE SME exchanges, combining regulatory compliance, financial strength, operational maturity, and sector-specific factors.

Four Assessment Pillars

1. Eligibility Criteria

Foundation-level requirements mandated by SEBI and stock exchanges for SME listing.

  • Net Tangible Assets (≥ Rs 1.5 Cr)
  • Track record (company/promoter ≥ 3 years)
  • Positive net worth
  • Post-issue paid-up capital (≤ Rs 25 Cr)

2. Financial Health

Deep-dive analysis of your financial statements, ratios, and growth trajectory.

  • Revenue growth trends (3-year CAGR)
  • Profitability metrics (EBITDA, PAT margins)
  • Debt-to-equity ratio and liquidity
  • Working capital management

3. Company Readiness

Organizational structure, governance, and operational maturity for public listing.

  • Corporate governance practices
  • Board composition and independence
  • Internal controls and compliance
  • Management team strength

4. Sector-Specific Factors

Industry-specific considerations that impact listing success and investor appeal.

  • Market positioning and competitive advantage
  • Sector growth potential
  • Regulatory compliance (sector-specific)
  • ESG and sustainability factors

How We Calculate Your IRA Score

Question Scoring Framework

+2

Yes

Criteria fully met

+1

Maybe

Partially met

-1

No

Not met

0

N/A

Not applicable

Final Rating Categories

>65%

IPO Ready

Your company meets or exceeds the critical requirements for SME listing. You can proceed with IPO preparation with high confidence. Recommended next steps: Engage merchant banker, prepare DRHP, and initiate compliance audit.

45-65%

Needs Improvement

Your company shows potential but has specific gaps that need to be addressed. With targeted improvements over 6-12 months, you can achieve IPO readiness. We'll provide a customized action plan.

<45%

Not Ready

Significant gaps exist across multiple dimensions. Listing is not advisable at this stage. Focus on fundamental business strengthening. Estimated timeline: 18-24 months of structured development required.

Data Sources & Validation

Financial Documents

  • • Audited financial statements (last 3 years)
  • • Tax returns and GST filings
  • • Management Information System (MIS) reports
  • • Cash flow statements and projections

Legal & Compliance

  • • Certificate of Incorporation
  • • Board resolutions and shareholder agreements
  • • Regulatory licenses and approvals
  • • Litigation status and IP documentation

Assessment Process

Preliminary Eligibility Check

5 minutes

Quick online assessment covering the 5 fundamental eligibility criteria. Get instant results.

Document Submission

1-2 days

Upload financial statements, legal documents, and other required materials through our secure portal.

Detailed Analysis

3-5 days

Our experts analyze your data across all 57 questions, validating claims and calculating your IRA Score.

Score Delivery & Consultation

1 day

Receive your comprehensive report with actionable recommendations. Schedule a consultation with our IPO advisor.

Why Trust Our Methodology?

15+

Years of investment banking experience

50+

Successful SME IPO listings supported

100%

SEBI-compliant assessment framework

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