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PhysicsWallah IPO Opens for Subscription Analysts Cautious on Valuation and Profitability Despite Strong Growth Potential<\/p>\n

The much-anticipated PhysicsWallah IPO<\/a> opened for public subscription today, November 11, marking one of the most closely watched listings in India\u2019s fast-evolving edtech sector. Despite its strong brand equity, rapid revenue growth, and extensive omnichannel presence, brokerages remain cautiously optimistic, flagging concerns over valuation, execution challenges, and sustained profitability.<\/p>\n

Strong Anchor Book Participation Reflects Investor Confidence in PhysicsWallah IPO<\/h2>\n

Ahead of its public issue, PhysicsWallah successfully raised \u20b91,562.8 crore from 57 institutional investors through its anchor book. The anchor round drew participation from global investment heavyweights including Goldman Sachs, Franklin Templeton, Fidelity Funds, and Eastspring Investments.<\/p>\n

Domestic mutual funds were equally enthusiastic, with major fund houses such as ICICI Prudential MF, Kotak Mahindra AMC, Nippon Life India, Aditya Birla Sun Life, and Tata MF taking part. Notably, over 55% of the anchor allocation came from domestic mutual funds via 35 schemes\u2014highlighting strong institutional confidence.<\/p>\n

Backed by WestBridge Capital, Hornbill Capital, and GSV Ventures, PhysicsWallah plans to raise \u20b93,480 crore in total\u2014comprising a fresh issue of \u20b93,100 crore and an offer for sale of \u20b9380 crore. The price band is set between \u20b9103\u2013\u20b9109 per share, with the issue closing on November 13 and listing expected on November 18.<\/p>\n

The funds raised will be used for expanding offline and hybrid learning centres, marketing initiatives, cloud infrastructure, and strategic acquisitions to strengthen its market position in India\u2019s test-prep and learning segment.<\/p>\n

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PhysicsWallah\u2019s Growth Story: Rapid Expansion but Profitability Still a Concern<\/h2>\n

At the upper price band, PhysicsWallah\u2019s valuation stands at around \u20b931,500 crore, making it one of the most valuable players in the Indian edtech landscape. The company\u2019s growth trajectory has been remarkable\u2014expanding from just 28 centres in FY23 to 303 centres by June 2025. It currently serves 4.46 million paid users across 13 education categories, supported by a large digital ecosystem that includes 13.7 million YouTube subscribers.<\/p>\n

Financially, the company has scaled up its revenue base from \u20b9744 crore in FY23 to \u20b92,887 crore in FY25, with EBITDA turning positive at \u20b9193 crore. However, the firm continues to post net losses of about \u20b9243 crore in FY25, driven by aggressive expansion, marketing spends, and rising operational costs.<\/p>\n

Brokerages Split on PhysicsWallah IPO: Neutral to Long-Term Subscribe Calls<\/h2>\n

SBI Securities: Neutral on Valuation Concerns<\/h3>\n

SBI Securities has issued a \u2018Neutral\u2019 rating on the PhysicsWallah IPO, citing its market leadership in affordable test-prep, robust digital reach, and diversified user base. However, it flagged concerns about valuation\u2014highlighting that at the upper price band, the IPO is valued at 9.7x EV\/Sales (post-issue), making it \u201cfairly priced.\u201d<\/p>\n

The brokerage also raised caution over dependence on key founders, execution challenges arising from rapid offline expansion, and the sustainability of margins amid high marketing and infrastructure costs.<\/p>\n

Angel One: Wait-and-Watch Approach Recommended<\/h3>\n

Angel One echoed similar sentiments, maintaining a \u2018Neutral\u2019 stance. The brokerage emphasized that since the company remains loss-making, traditional P\/E valuation metrics cannot be applied. While acknowledging PhysicsWallah\u2019s strong revenue growth and brand strength, Angel One warned that rising competition, increasing content costs, and scaling inefficiencies could weigh on profitability.<\/p>\n

\u201cInvestors may wait for clearer earnings visibility before taking a long-term position,\u201d the note said, underlining the need for sustained performance before re-rating.<\/p>\n

Anand Rathi: Subscribe for Long-Term Growth<\/h3>\n

In contrast, Anand Rathi offered a \u2018Subscribe \u2013 Long Term\u2019 recommendation, highlighting PhysicsWallah\u2019s strong hybrid learning model and affordable pricing strategy as differentiators. The brokerage noted that the company\u2019s ability to blend online and offline ecosystems has enabled it to build one of India\u2019s largest student communities, with paid user growth at a 59% CAGR between FY23 and FY25.<\/p>\n

Anand Rathi valued the issue at 10.8x FY25 price-to-sales, calling it \u201cfully priced but supported by a robust long-term growth narrative.\u201d<\/p>\n

Key Risks and Outlook for PhysicsWallah IPO Investors<\/h2>\n

Brokerages agree that while PhysicsWallah\u2019s scale and brand strength are undeniable, several risks remain in play.<\/p>\n