The Board of Directors ("Board") of your Company is pleased to present the 43rd Annual Report of Mastek Limited ("Mastek" or "theCompany" or "Your Company") on the business and operations together with the Audited Financial Statements (Consolidated andStandalone) for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2025.
In compliance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (including any statutory modification(s) or re-enactment(s)thereof, for the time being in force) ("the Act") and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015(herein after referred to as "SEBI Listing Regulations"), this report covers the financial results and other developments during theFinancial Year ended March 31, 2025.
Key highlights of the Financial Results (Consolidated and Standalone) of your Company for the Financial Year ended March 31,2025, as compared to the previous Financial Year are summarised below:
Consolidated
Standalone
Summarised Profit and Loss
Financial Year2024-25
Financial Year2023-24
Revenue from operations
3,45,523
3,05,479
48,629
43,424
Other income
2,228
1,601
7,335
7,225
Total Income
3,47,751
3,07,080
55,964
50,649
Expenses
2,90,878
2,54,612
40,260
36,484
Depreciation and amortisation expenses
7,512
8,991
1,374
1,350
Finance costs
4,206
4,447
394
109
Exceptional items (loss) / gain
761
(411)
-
Profit Before Tax
45,916
38,619
13,936
12,706
Tax expense
8,323
7,522
1,878
685
Profit After Tax
37,593
31,097
12,058
12,021
Other Comprehensive Income
4,826
2,080
(788)
(733)
Total Comprehensive Income
42,419
33,177
11,270
11,288
Attributable to Equity Holders
Dividend
(7,111)
(5,824)
EPS (in Rs.):
Basic
121.78
98.01
39.06
39.23
Diluted
120.65
97.25
38.70
38.93
Note: The above figures are extracted from the Consolidated and Standalone Financial Statements, which have been prepared in compliancewith the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), and it complies with all aspects of Ind AS notified under Section 133 of the Act read with[Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 (amended)] and other relevant provisions thereof. There are no material departures fromthe prescribed norms stipulated by the Accounting Standards in preparation for the Annual Accounts. Accounting policies have been consistentlyapplied, except where a newly issued Accounting Standard, if initially adopted or a revision to an existing Accounting Standard, required a changein the Accounting Policy hitherto in use. Management evaluates all recently issued or revised Accounting Standards on an ongoing basis.
On a Consolidated basis, the Company and its Subsidiaries ("Mastek Group") registered revenue from operations of Rs. 3,45,523lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2025 (as compared to Rs. 3,05,479 lakhs in the previous year ended March 31, 2024), whichis an increase of 13.1%. The Mastek Group registered a Net Profit of Rs. 37,593 lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2025 (ascompared to Rs. 31,097 lakhs in the previous year ended March 31, 2024), thereby registering an increase of 20.9%. Furtherdetails are included in notes to the Accounts of Consolidated Financial Statement, which forms part of this Annual Report.
On a Standalone basis, the Company registered revenue from operations of Rs. 48,629 lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2025(as compared to Rs. 43,424 lakhs in the previous year ended March 31, 2024). The Company also made a Net profit of Rs. 12,058lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2025 (as compared to a Net Profit of Rs. 12,021 lakhs in the previous year ended March31, 2024). Further details are included in notes to the Accounts of Standalone Financial Statement, which forms part of thisAnnual Report.
The Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company have been audited by the Statutory Auditors ofthe Company.
The Company discloses Consolidated and Standalone Financial Results on a quarterly basis, which are subject to limited review,and also publishes Consolidated and Standalone Audited Financial Statements in the Annual Report on an annual basis.
Geographies
Year ended March 31, 2025
Year ended March 31, 2024
Rs. in lakhs
% of Revenue
UKI & Europe
1,98,052
57.3
1,73,949
56.9
North America
93,285
27.0
82,936
27.2
AMEA
54,186
15.7
48,594
15.9
Total
100.0
The UKI & Europe Geography operations contributed Rs. 1,98,052 lakhs to total Operating Revenue for the year ended March 31,2025 (as compared to Rs. 1,73,949 lakhs in the previous year ended March 31, 2024), resulting in a growth of 13.9%.
The North America Geography operations contributed Rs. 93,285 lakhs to total Operating Revenue for the year ended March 31,2025 (as compared to Rs. 82,936 lakhs in the previous year ended March 31, 2024), resulting in a growth of 12.5%.
The AMEA operations contributed Rs. 54,186 lakhs to total Operating Revenue for the year ended March 31, 2025 (as comparedto Rs. 48,594 lakhs in the previous year ended March 31, 2024), resulting in a growth of 11.5%.
Service Lines
Digital & Application Engineering
1,60,534
46.5
1,35,287
44.3
Oracle Cloud & Enterprise Apps
1,08,134
31.3
94,454
30.9
Digital Commerce & Experience
44,960
13.0
53,608
17.6
Data, Automation, and AI
31,895
9.2
22,130
7.2
100.00
Customer Segments
Government & Education
1,39,851
40.5
1,36,549
44.7
Health & Life sciences
70,331
20.4
48,571
Manufacturing & Technology
47,426
13.7
40,323
13.2
Retail Consumers
46,345
13.4
41,240
13.5
Financial Services
41,570
12.0
38,796
12.7
The Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared by the Company in accordance with the requirements of IndianAccounting Standard (IndAS) 110 "Consolidated Financial Statements" and IndAS 28 "Investments in Associates and JointVentures" prescribed under Section 133 of the Act, read with the rules thereunder.
Profit for the year grew 21% Y-o-Y owing to the
following reasons:
• Growth was supported by higher revenues, improved costefficiencies and optimal resource utilization;
• Exceptional gains arising from the reversal of excessprovisions for contingent consideration related to the NortlAmerica operations, partially offset by
• Impairment of goodwill and other intangibles associated wthe Taistech business and ECL provisions, and
• An increase in talent costs, driven by strong demand for nicand skilled professionals.
As the Members are aware, the Board of Directorsof the Company at its meeting held on September5, 2023, approved the Scheme of Arrangementin the nature of amalgamation of Meta SoftTech Systems Private Limited, a wholly-ownedsubsidiary, ('Transferor Company') with the Compar('Transferee Company').
The Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal,Ahmedabad Bench pronounced the Order on May17, 2024, approving the Scheme of Arrangementbetween Meta Soft Tech Systems Private Limited(MST) and the Company. The Company then filed thcertified copy of the NCLT Order, with the Registrarof Companies on May 31, 2024. The Scheme ofArrangement accordingly became Effective from M31, 2024 ('Effective Date').
With effect from the Appointed Date, August 1, 202all the assets and liabilities of Transferor Company,without any further act, instrument or deed, standstransferred to and vested in and/ or be deemed tohave been transferred to and vested in TransfereeCompany so as to become, on and from the AppointDate, the estate, assets, rights, title, interests andauthorities of the Transferee Company, pursuant tothe provisions of Sections 230 to 232 of the Act.
The Transferee Company held 100% share capitalof the Transferor Company. Accordingly, pursuantto the amalgamation of the Transferor Companywith the Transferee Company, Equity Shares heldby the Transferee Company has been cancelled andextinguished as per Section 66 of the Act and henceno shares of the Transferee Company have beenissued and allotted. Further, the Authorised ShareCapital of the Transferor Company of Rs. 75 Lakhs,stands transferred to the Transferee Company'sAuthorised Share Capital.
The Board of Directors of the Company at its meetingheld on September 26, 2024, approved the Schemeof Arrangement in the nature of amalgamationof Mastek Enterprise Solutions Private Limited, awholly-owned subsidiary (Transferor Company') withthe Company ('Transferee Company').
The Scheme of Arrangement along with relevantdocuments were filed with Hon'ble NCLT, AhmedabadBench on September 30, 2024 and the Order has beenreserved at the last hearing held on April 17, 2025.
The Scheme is expected to achieve the following.
• Streamlining the structure of the TransfereeCompany by way of reduction in the number ofentities and making it simple and transparent;
• Elimination of doubling of related costs, therebyreducing operational and administrative expensesand overheads, and leading to better cost andoperational efficiencies; and
• Reducing the multiplicities of legal andregulatory compliances.
There have been no material changes and commitmentsaffecting the financial position of the Company, which haveoccurred from the end of the Financial Year of the Companyto which the Financial Statements relate till the date ofthis Report.
There has been no change in the nature of business ofyour Company.
No part of the profit for the year was transferred to GeneralReserves during the year under review.
Pursuant to Regulation 43A of the SEBI Listing Regulations,your Company has a well-defined Dividend DistributionPolicy that balances the dual objectives of rewardingMembers through dividends whilst also ensuring theavailability of sufficient funds for the growth of theCompany. The Policy is available on the website of theCompany and can be accessed through the web linkhttps://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dividend-Distribution-Policy.pdf
The Board of Directors at its meeting held on January 16,2025, declared an Interim Dividend at the rate of 140% i.e.,Rs. 7 per equity share (on the face value of Rs. 5 per equityshare). The above dividend was paid to the Members onFebruary 7, 2025. The Company had deducted tax at sourceat the time of payment of dividend in accordance with theprovisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Your Directors are pleased to recommend a Final Dividendat the rate of 320%, i.e., Rs. 16 per equity share (on the facevalue of Rs. 5 per equity share) for the Financial Year endedMarch 31, 2025, which will be paid upon obtaining theMembers' approval at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.The Final Dividend, if approved, will be paid (subject todeduction of tax at source) within 30 (thirty) days fromthe date of the Annual General Meeting to those Memberswhose name appears in the Register of Members as on theRecord Date mentioned in the Notice convening the 43rdAnnual General Meeting.
The total dividend for the Financial Year ended March 31,2025, including the proposed Final Dividend, amounts toRs. 23 per equity share (on the face value of Rs. 5 per equityshare) or 460% (previous year Rs. 19 per share or 380%).
As required under the provisions of Section 125 and otherapplicable provisions of the Act, dividends that remainunpaid / unclaimed for a period of 7 (seven) consecutiveyears, are required to be transferred to the accountadministered by the Central Government viz. InvestorEducation and Protection Fund ("IEPF"). Further, accordingto the said Rules, the shares on which dividend has notbeen encashed or claimed by the Members for 7 (seven)consecutive years or more shall also be transferred to theDemat account of the IEPF Authority.
During the year under review, pursuant to the provisionsof Section 124 (5) of the Act, the Final Dividend for theFinancial Year 2016-17 amounting to Rs. 4,00,063/- andthe Interim Dividend for the Financial Year 2017-18amounting to Rs. 2,61,148/- which remained unclaimedfor 7 (seven) consecutive years and was lying in the unpaiddividend account, has been transferred by the Companyto the designated Bank account of IEPF Authority andthe underlying shares on the above unclaimed amountaggregating to 4,228 and 732 equity shares respectively,have also been transferred to the Demat account of theIEPF Authority.
The Company is in the process of transferring theUnclaimed Final Dividend amount for the Financial Year2017-18 to IEPF Authority shortly, including the underlyingequity shares on the said unclaimed dividend.
The due dates of the unpaid / unclaimed dividend amount,which will be transferred to the IEPF Authority in thecurrent financial year and subsequent years, are given inthe Report on Corporate Governance, which forms part ofthis Annual Report.
In terms of provisions of Regulation 34(2) of the SEBIListing Regulations, a detailed Management Discussion andAnalysis section is given elsewhere in this report and formspart of this Annual Report.
A. The Company has 2 (two) ongoing Employee StockOption Plans ("ESOPs") at present, viz ESOP Plan VIand ESOP Plan VII. The Members approved the ESOPPlan VI at the Annual General Meeting held on October1, 2010, and approved the ESOP Plan VII at the AnnualGeneral Meeting held on July 17, 2013, for issuance
of the Employee Stock Options ("Options") to theidentified employees of the Company.
During Financial Year 2024-25, the Nomination andRemuneration Committee approved the closure ofESOP Plan V effective July 1, 2024. This Plan hasbeen in existence for the last 15 years and neitherany vested and exercised options were pending forallotment of shares to the employees nor it affectsany employees rights/Company's obligations. Plans Ito IV, have already been closed by the Company.
B. The Nomination and Remuneration Committee ofthe Company, inter alia, administers and monitorsESOP Schemes, implemented by the Company inaccordance with the relevant provisions of the Act andthe SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and SweatEquity) Regulations, 2021, (including any statutorymodification(s) and / or re enactment(s) thereof forthe time being in force) ("SEBI SBEB Regulations").During the year under review, the Company granted85,220 Options to its identified employees.
The Certificate from M/s. P. Mehta & Associates,Secretarial Auditors, confirming the compliance ofESOP Schemes with the provisions of the Act and SEBISBEB Regulations, has been obtained and shall beavailable for inspection by the Members.
During the year under review, there were no materialchanges in the ESOP plans of the Company. Thedetails of the overall Options under the aforesaidESOPs and the disclosure in compliance with SEBISBEB Regulations for the year ended March 31, 2025,are annexed as "Annexure 1" to this report.
10. Increase in Authorised, Issued, Subscribed, and Paid-Up Equity Share Capital
During the year, the Company issued and allotted 95,583 equity shares of the face value of Rs. 5 each for a total nominal valueof Rs. 4,77,915/- under Employee Stock Option Plans VI and VII to the employees who exercised their vested Employee StockOptions. These equity shares ranked pari passu in all respects with the existing equity shares of the Company.
Further, in terms of Scheme of Arrangement between Meta Soft Tech Systems Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary,('Transferor Company') with the Company ('Transferee Company'), the Authorised Share Capital of the Transferee Companyincreased by Rs. 75,00,000/- divided into 15,00,000 Equity Shares of Rs. 5 each.
The movement of Share Capital due to allotment under ESOP Plans during the year under review was as under:
Particulars
No. of sharesissued andallotted
CumulativeoutstandingNo. of shares
Cumulativeoutstanding Totalshare capital(in Rs.)
Share Capital at the beginning of the year, i.e. as on April 1, 2024
3,08,44,311
15,42,21,555
Allotment of Shares:
1. May 24, 2024
7,580
3,08,51,891
15,42,59,455
2. July 12, 2024
5,272
3,08,57,163
15,42,85,815
3. September 4, 2024
12,097
3,08,69,260
15,43,46,300
4. October 9, 2024
3,510
3,08,72,770
15,43,63,850
5. November 22, 2024
4,749
3,08,77,519
15,43,87,595
6. January 9, 2025
2,915
3,08,80,434
15,44,02,170
7. March 13, 2025
59,460
3,09,39,894
15,46,99,470
Share capital at the of the year, i.e. as on March 31, 2025
Your Company is listed on BSE Limited and National StockExchange of India Limited and the Company has not issuedany equity shares with differential rights as to dividend,voting, or otherwise, and shares are actively traded on theaforementioned Exchanges and have not been suspendedfrom trading.
Also, the Share Capital Audit report as per the SEBI ListingRegulations is conducted on a quarterly basis by M/s. P.Mehta & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries, andthe Report is duly forwarded to the said Exchanges, wherethe equity shares of the Company are listed.
A list of group Subsidiaries of your Company is provided aspart of the notes to the Financial Statements and annexureto this report.
In accordance with Section 129(3) of the Act, read withRule 5 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a separatestatement containing the salient features of the financialstatements of all Subsidiaries of the Company, in prescribedForm AOC - 1 is annexed as "Annexure 2" to this Report.
The statement also provides details of the performanceand financial position of each of the Subsidiaries and theircontribution to the overall performance of the Company.
During the Financial Year 2024-25, the Company had noAssociate Company.
Further, pursuant to the provisions of Section 136(1) ofthe Act, the Financial Statements including, ConsolidatedFinancial Statements along with relevant documents andseparate Financial Statements in respect of Subsidiaries,are available on the website of the Company and the sameare also available for inspection by the Members.
There has been no material change in the nature of thebusiness of any of the Company's Subsidiaries. However,during the year under review, Evosys Kuwait WLL, a step-down subsidiary of the Company, initiated the processfor voluntarily winding up under the applicable local lawsin Kuwait.
Mastek (UK) Limited, Mastek Enterprise Solutions PrivateLimited (MESPL), Mastek Systems Company Limited(formerly known as Evolutionary Systems CompanyLimited) and Metasofttech Solutions LLC are 'MaterialSubsidiaries' as per the criteria given under Regulation 16of the SEBI Listing Regulations and.
The Company has formulated a "Policy for determiningMaterial Subsidiaries" and posted the same on thewebsite of the Company, and can be accessed throughthe web link at" https://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Policy-for-determining-Material-Subsidiaries.pdf
As per the criteria given under Regulation 24 of the SEBIListing Regulations, the Company has already appointed anIndependent Director on the Board of Mastek (UK) Limited.
MESPL, being the unlisted material subsidiary of theCompany, has undergone Secretarial Audit in terms ofRegulation 24A of SEBI Listing Regulations and Section 204of the Companies Act 2013. The Secretarial Audit Report ofMESPL forms part of this report and it does not contain anyqualification, reservation or adverse remark or disclaimer.
The Company monitors the performance of its Subsidiaries,inter alia, by the following means:
• The Financial Statements and in particular, investmentsmade by the Subsidiary Companies are reviewed
by the Audit Committee of the Company on aconsolidated basis.
• The Minutes of the Board Meetings of the SubsidiaryCompanies are placed before the Board of the Company.
• The details of any significant transactions andarrangements entered into by the SubsidiaryCompanies are placed before the Board of the Company.
• The identified Senior Managerial Personnel of theCompany also in some cases, are appointed as theDirectors and Key Managerial Personnel of SubsidiaryCompanies, and they also apprise on a quarterly basis tothe Company's Board / Committees.
In line with the requirements of the Act and the SEBIListing Regulations, the Company has formulated aPolicy on Related Party Transactions and the samecan be accessed on the Company's website at https://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/RelatedPartyTransactionsPolicy.pdf.
During the year under review, the Company has not enteredinto any material transactions with Related Parties (exceptwith its Subsidiaries, which are exempt for the purpose ofSection 188(1) of the Act). As defined under Section 2(76) ofthe Act, read with Companies (Specification and DefinitionsDetails) Rules, 2014, all the Related Party Transactionsentered into were in the ordinary course of businessand are on an arm's length basis and in compliancewith the applicable provisions of the Act and the SEBIListing Regulations.
All transactions with Related Parties are placed beforethe Audit Committee for its approval. Omnibus approvalsare given by the Audit Committee on yearly basis fortransactions, which are anticipated and repetitive in nature.A statement of all Related Party Transactions is presentedbefore the Audit Committee and the Board on a quarterlybasis, specifying the nature, value, and broad terms andconditions of the transactions. A significant quantum ofRelated Party Transactions undertaken by the Companyis with its Subsidiaries. The said transactions wereunanimously approved by the Audit Committee as well asby the Board. There are no materially significant RelatedParty Transactions with its Promoters, Directors or KeyManagerial Personnel, etc. that may have potential conflictwith the interest of the Company at large.
The details of the Related Party Transactions as per IndianAccounting Standards (Ind AS) 24 are set out in notes tothe Financial Statements of the Company. The Companyin terms of Regulation 23 of the SEBI Listing Regulationssubmitted Standalone and Consolidated Financial Resultsfor the half year, disclosures of Related Party Transactionson a consolidated basis, in the format specified in therelevant Accounting Standards to the Stock Exchanges.
Form AOC-2 pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act readwith Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 isannexed as "Annexure 3" to this Report.
The particulars of Loans, Guarantees given, andInvestments made by the Company during the year underreview and as covered under the provisions of Section186 of the Act have been disclosed in the notes to theFinancial Statements forming part of the Annual Report.The Company has made investments in wholly-ownedsubsidiaries and provided Corporate Guarantees / Standby Letter of Credit and also security / charge / mortgageover its properties as security for loan facilities availed byits Subsidiaries.
There have been no major changes in the composition ofthe Board of Directors during the year under review, exceptthat Mr. Umang Nahata has been appointed as a Whole¬time Director & Chief Executive Officer w.e.f. August 10,2024. The details of the Board of Directors and the numberof meetings held and attended by the Directors have beengiven in detail in the Report on Corporate Governance,which forms part of this Annual Report.
The Company has a diverse Board of Directors whobelieves in good Corporate Governance Practices. Thecomposition of the Board of Directors is in accordancewith the provisions of Section 149 of the Act andRegulation 17 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, with anoptimum combination of Executive, Non Executive andIndependent Directors.
As at March 31, 2025 the Board of Directors of theCompany consists of 6 (six) Members, out of whichthere are 3 (three) Independent Directors including 1(one) Woman Director. There are two Non ExecutivePromoter Directors and one Whole-Time Director inthe designation of Chief Executive Officer.
Mr. Umang Nahata was appointed as a Whole-TimeDirector designated as CEO - Mastek Group witheffect from August 10, 2024 and his appointmentwas approved by the Members of the Companyon November 28, 2024 for a tenure of one yearwithout any managerial remuneration. He was againappointed as a Whole-Time Director in the designationof Chief Executive Officer with effect from January16, 2025 for a tenure of three years on remuneration,which was also approved by the Members of theCompany on March 15, 2025.
In accordance with the provisions of the Act,
Mr. Ashank Desai, shall retire by rotation at theensuing Annual General Meeting, and being eligiblehas offered himself for re-appointment. It may alsobe noted that a special resolution is also included inthe Notice of the Annual General Meeting to seekthe approval of the Members for the continuation ofMr. Ashank Desai as a Director beyond his attainingthe age of seventy five years.
Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 2(51) and 203of the Act read with the Companies (Appointment andRemuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014(as amended from time to time), the following personsare acting as the Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) ofthe Company as on March 31, 2025:
1. Mr. Umang Nahata - Whole-Time Director in thedesignation of Chief Executive Officer with effectfrom August 10, 2024
2. Mr. Dinesh Kalani - Sr. Vice President - GroupCompany Secretary & Compliance Officer.
Pursuant to Rule 8(5)(iii) of the Companies (Accounts)Rules, 2014, the following resignations occurred in thecomposition of KMP during the year under review:
1. Mr. Hiral Chandrana, Chief Executive Officerof the Company resigned with effect fromSeptember 3, 2024.
2. Mr. Arun Agarwal, Global Chief Financial Officerof the Company resigned with effect fromJanuary 29, 2025.
The definition of 'Independence' of Directors isderived from Regulation 16 of the SEBI ListingRegulations and Section 149(6) of the Act. TheCompany has received necessary declarationsunder Section 149(7) of the Act and Regulation25(8) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, from theIndependent Directors stating that they meet theprescribed criteria for independence. All IndependentDirectors have affirmed compliance with the Code ofConduct for Independent Directors as prescribed inSchedule IV to the Act. A list of key skills, expertise,and core competencies of the Board of Directorsis placed under the Corporate Governance Report,which forms part of this Annual Report. Based
on the confirmations / declarations receivedfrom the Independent Directors, your Board ofDirectors confirms that they are independent ofthe management, are persons of integrity, possessrelevant expertise and vast experience, and bring anindependent judgment on the Board's discussions(including the proficiency).
Accordingly, the following Non Executive Directors areIndependent of the Management:
1. Mr. Rajeev Kumar Grover;
2. Mr. Suresh Vaswani; and
3. Ms. Marilyn Jones
None of the Directors of the Company are disqualifiedfrom being appointed as Director as specified inSection 164(2) of the Act read with Rule 14(1) ofthe Companies (Appointment and Qualification ofDirectors) Rules, 2014. As required under Rule 6 ofthe Companies (Appointment and Qualification ofDirectors) Rules, 2014, all the Independent Directorshave completed the registration with the IndependentDirectors Databank and also completed the onlineproficiency test conducted by the Indian Institute ofCorporate Affairs, wherever required.
There has been no change in the circumstancesaffecting their status as an Independent Director ofthe Company.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Actand pursuant to the Articles of Association of theCompany, Mr. Ashank Desai (DIN: 00017767) is liableto retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual GeneralMeeting and being eligible has offered himself for re¬appointment. In the opinion of the Board, Mr. AshankDesai possesses the requisite qualifications andexperience, and therefore, your directors, basedon the recommendation of Nomination andRemuneration Committee and Annual PerformanceEvaluation, recommends the re-appointment ofMr. Ashank Desai. Additionally, the resolutions forthe re-appointment of Mr. Ashank Desai and hiscontinuation as a Director beyond attaining the ageof seventy five years are also being placed for theapproval of the Members at the ensuing AnnualGeneral Meeting.
A brief profile of Mr. Ashank Desai, along withother related information, forms part of the Noticeconvening the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
In compliance with the provisions of the CompaniesAct, 2013 and the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Boardof Directors has carried out an Annual Evaluation of
the performance of the Board, the Board Committees,Individual Directors, and Chairpersons for the yearunder review.
The functioning of the Board and Committees wasreviewed by an external subject expert and evaluatedusing a peer review process and based on responsesreceived from Directors and Committee Members,through a structured questionnaire, covering variousaspects of the composition and functioning of theBoard and its Committees.
The Board expressed its satisfaction with theevaluation results, which reflects the high degree ofengagement of the Board and its Committees with theCompany and its Management. Based on the outcomeof the evaluation and assessment cum feedback ofthe Directors, the Board, and the Management havealso agreed on some action points, which will beimplemented over an agreed time frame.
All Independent Directors are encouraged tofamiliarise with the operations and functioning ofthe Company at the time of their appointment andon an ongoing basis. The Company has conducteda Familiarisation Programme for the Directors /Independent Directors of the Company coveringthe matters specified in Regulation 25(7) of theSEBI Listing Regulations. The details of the trainingand Familiarisation Programme conducted by theCompany is hosted on the Company's websiteand can be accessed through the web link https://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Induction-and-Familiarisation-Programme-for-Independent-Directors-2025.pdf.
The Company has formulated a "Code of Conductfor Directors". The confirmation of compliance withthe same is obtained from all the Board Memberson an annual basis. All Board Members have giventheir confirmation of compliance for the year underreview. A declaration duly signed by Chairman isgiven under the Report on Corporate Governance,which forms part of this Annual Report. The "Code ofConduct for Directors" is also posted on the websiteof the Company and can be accessed through theweblink https://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Code-of-Conduct-for-Directors.pdf.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee of theCompany formulates the criteria for determining thequalifications, positive attributes, and independenceof Directors in terms of its charter. In evaluatingthe suitability of individual Board members, theCommittee takes into account factors such aseducational and professional background, generalunderstanding of the Company's business dynamics,
standing in the profession, personal and professionalethics, integrity and values, willingness to devotesufficient time and energy in carrying out their dutiesand responsibilities effectively. The Committeealso assesses the independence of Directors at thetime of their appointment / re-appointment as perthe criteria prescribed under the provisions of theAct and the Rules made thereunder and the SEBIListing Regulations.
The Board / Committee Meetings are pre scheduled,and a tentative calendar of the meetings is circulatedto the Directors well in advance to help them plantheir schedules and ensure meaningful participation.Should the need arise in the case of special and urgentbusiness, the Board's approval is obtained by way ofurgent meeting and/or passing resolutions throughcirculation, as permitted by law, which is confirmedin the subsequent Board Meeting. The Companyhas complied with Secretarial Standards issued bythe Institute of Company Secretaries of India on theBoard Meetings.
The Board of Directors met 7 (seven) times duringthe Financial Year ended March 31, 2025. The detailsof the Board Meetings and the attendance of theDirectors thereat have been provided in the CorporateGovernance Report, which forms part of thisAnnual Report.
During the year under review, the Board accepted allrecommendations made by its various Committees.
As per Schedule IV to the Act, Secretarial Standards1 on Board Meetings and SEBI Listing Regulations,three meetings of the Independent Directors wereheld during the year under review.
In terms of the requirements of the Act and theSEBI Listing Regulations, the Board of Directors hasconstituted the following Committees:
1. Audit Committee
2. Nomination and Remuneration Committee
3. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, and
5. Risk Management & Governance Committee
The detailed information of the Committees, alongwith their composition, charter, the number ofmeetings held, and the attendance thereof during theyear under review, have been provided in the Reporton Corporate Governance, which forms part of thisAnnual Report.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC)has formulated a Nomination and Remuneration Policylaying out the role of Nomination and RemunerationCommittee, Policy on Director's Appointment andRemuneration, including the recommendation ofremuneration of the Key Managerial Personnel andSenior Managerial Personnel and the criteria fordetermining qualifications, positive attributes, andindependence of a Director. The policy is hosted on thewebsite of the Company and can be accessed throughthe weblink https://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Nomination-Remuneration-Policy-For-Board-of-Directors-Key-Managerial-Personnel.pdf
Some of the salient features of the policy areas follows:
1. To regulate the appointment and remunerationof Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, andSenior Managerial Personnel (Grade 17 & above)and succession planning;
2. To formulate the criteria for Board Membership,including the appropriate mix of Executive andNon Executive Directors;
3. To identify persons who are qualified to becomeDirectors as per the criteria / skill matrix asformulated by the Board;
4. To ensure the proper composition of the Board ofDirectors and Board diversity;
5. To ensure that the level and composition ofremuneration are reasonable and sufficient toattract, retain and motivate Key ManagerialPersonnel and Senior Managerial Personnel andtheir remuneration involves a balance betweenfixed and variable pay reflecting short-term andlong-term performance objectives appropriateto the Company's working and its goals.
Additionally, the Board on the recommendation ofthe NRC, reviews the list of core skills / expertise/ competencies required from the Directors, in thecontext of the Company's business and sector, for it tofunction effectively.
Please refer to the Notes to Accounts andCorporate Governance Section for the details onthe Policy and Remuneration of Directors and KeyManagerial Personnel.
The ratio of remuneration of each Director tothe median remuneration of Employees as perSection 197(12) of the Act read with Rule 5(1) ofthe Companies (Appointment and Remuneration ofManagerial Personnel) Rules, 2016 is annexed as"Annexure 4" to this report.
During the year under review, the Non ExecutiveDirectors of the Company had no pecuniaryrelationship or transactions with the Company,other than receiving sitting fees, commission, andreimbursement of expenses incurred by them forthe purpose of attending meetings of the Board /Committees of the Company.
In terms of the provisions of Section 197(12) of theAct read with Rules 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies(Appointment and Remuneration of ManagerialPersonnel) Rules, 2014, as amended, a Statementshowing the names and other particulars of theEmployees forms part of this report. Having regardto the provisions of the proviso to Section 136(1) ofthe Act, the Annual Report excluding the aforesaidinformation is being sent to the Members of theCompany and others entitled thereto. Details ofEmployees' remuneration as required under aforesaidprovisions are available with the Company and shallbe sent to Members electronically, who requestthe same.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the Act, andrules made thereunder, M/s. Walker Chandiok & Co. LLP,Chartered Accountants (ICAI Firm Registration Number001076N / N500013) were re-appointed as the StatutoryAuditors of the Company to hold office for a second term of5 (five) consecutive years from the conclusion of the 40thAnnual General Meeting, have given their consent forre-appointment as Statutory Auditors for the second termof 5 (five) consecutive years from the Financial Year 2022¬23 onwards until the conclusion of the 45th Annual GeneralMeeting, to be held in the Year 2027.
M/s. Walker Chandiok & Co. LLP have confirmed theireligibility and given their consent under Sections 139 and141 of the Act and the Companies (Audit and Auditors)Rules, 2014 for their continuance as the Statutory Auditorsof the Company for the Financial Year 2025-26. In termsof the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Auditors have alsoconfirmed that they have subjected themselves to the peerreview process of the Institute of Chartered Accountantsof India (ICAI) and hold a valid certificate issued by the PeerReview Board of the ICAI.
M/s. Walker Chandiok & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants,have submitted their Report on the Financial Statements othe Company for the Financial Year 2024-25, which formspart of this Annual Report. The reports are self explanatoryand there were no observations (including any qualificationreservation, adverse remark, or disclaimer) of the Auditorsin the Audit Reports issued by them that calls for anyexplanation from the Board of Directors, and they also didnot report any incident of fraud to the Audit Committee ofthe Company during the year under review.
Pursuant to Section 204 of the Act and Rules madethereunder, P. Mehta & Associates, Practicing CompanySecretaries, represented by Mr. Prashant Mehta wereappointed as Secretarial Auditors of the Company for theFinancial Year 2024-25 to conduct the Secretarial Auditand issue the Secretarial Audit Report in Form MR-3. TheSecretarial Audit Report issued by Secretarial Auditors forthe Financial Year ended March 31, 2025, is annexed as"Annexure 5" to this report.
There were no qualifications or observations, adverseremarks or disclaimer of the Secretarial Auditors in thereport issued by them for the Financial Year ended March31, 2025, and hence, no explanation was required from theBoard of Directors.
Pursuant to new Regulation 24A of the SEBI ListingRegulations, requisite resolution has been included inthe Notice of the ensuing Annual General Meeting of theCompany to seek approval of the Members for appointmenof M./s. P. Mehta & Associates, Practicing CompanySecretaries, as Secretarial Auditors, for a term of 5 (five)consecutive years from FY 2025-26 till FY 2029-30.
They have confirmed that they are eligible for the saidappointment. They have also confirmed that they are PeerReviewed Company Secretary and have not incurred anyof the disqualifications as specified by the Securities andExchange Board of India and/or the Institute of CompanySecretaries of India.
The Company is in compliance with Regulation 24A ofthe Listing Regulations. The Company's material Indiansubsidiary has undergone Secretarial Audit. Copy ofSecretarial Audit Report of Mastek Enterprise SolutionsPrivate Limited (Formerly known as Trans AmericanInformation Systems Private Limited), Indian MaterialSubsidiary forms part of this report and annexed as"Annexure 5 A". The Secretarial Audit Report of thematerial subsidiary does not contain any qualification,reservation, adverse remark or disclaimer.
Risk Management is an integral and important componentof Corporate Governance. The Company has developedand implemented a comprehensive Risk ManagementFramework, including Cyber security and ESG for the
identification, assessment and monitoring of key risksthat could negatively impact the Company's goals andobjectives. This framework is periodically reviewed andenhanced under the oversight of the Risk Management& Governance Committee of the Board as well as by theBoard of Directors of the Company. The Audit Committee ofthe Board has additional oversight in the area of financialrisks and controls.
Mastek is committed to continually strengthen its RiskManagement capabilities in order to protect the interestsof stakeholders and enhance shareholder value.
The Company believes that internal control is a necessaryprerequisite of governance and that freedom should beexercised within a framework of checks and balances.
The Company has a well established internal controlframework, which is designed to continuously assess theadequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of financial andoperational controls. The management ensures an effectiveinternal control environment commensurate with the sizeand complexity of the business, which assures compliancewith internal policies, applicable laws, regulations andprotection of resources and assets.
Mastek Group has a presence across multiple geographies,and a large number of employees, suppliers and otherpartners collaborate to provide solutions to customerneeds. Robust internal controls and scalable processes areimperative to manage the global scale of operations. TheManagement has laid down internal financial controls to befollowed by the Company/Group. The Company has adoptedpolicies and procedures for ensuring the orderly andefficient conduct of the business, including adherence tothe Company's policies, the safeguarding of its assets, theprevention and detection of frauds and errors, the accuracyand completeness of the accounting records, and the timelypreparation of reliable financial disclosures.
An independent and empowered Internal Audit Firm atthe corporate level carries out risk focused audits acrossall businesses (both in India and overseas) to ensure thatbusiness process controls are adequate and are functioningeffectively. These audits include reviewing cyber security,quality controls, finance, operations, safeguarding ofassets, and compliance related process and controls.
Areas requiring specialised knowledge are reviewed inpartnership with external subject matter experts.
The Internal Audit functioning is governed by the scope ofaudit duly approved by the Audit Committee of the Board,which stipulates matters contributing to the proper andeffective conduct of the audit. As the business expandedwith new acquisitions, the scope has been widened toinclude the internal control framework of the new entities.The corporate level process controls, including the ERP
framework and operating processes, are constantlymonitored for effectiveness during such Audits.
The Company's senior management closely monitorsthe internal control environment and ensures that therecommendations of the Internal Auditors are effectivelyimplemented. The Audit Committee periodically reviews keyfindings and provides strategic guidance. Internal Auditorsreport directly to the Audit Committee.
19. Human Resources
A key area of focus for the Company is to create aperformance driven workforce while ensuring the healthand well being of employees and their families. Manypolicies and benefits were implemented to maximiseemployee engagement and welfare. Mastek also continuesto endeavor to create a work environment that iscollaborative, encourages learning, and is growth orientedto enable employees to perform at their full potential.Mastek believes in an open and transparent work culturethat places adequate emphasis on Mastekeers workexperience, feedback, and suggestions. Mastek organisesregular engagement activities including interactions ofemployees with Executive leaders in the organisationthrough various forums. In addition, forums such as regularorg-wide and function level connects, Virtual QuarterlyMeets, and meetings provide opportunities for Mastekeersinteraction with the management.
As of March 31, 2025, Mastek Group had a total headcountof 5,058. Mastek Group continues to focus on attractingnew talent and helping them to acquire new skills, explorenew roles, and realise their potential by providing trainingand retaining top talent.
20. Management of Equality, Risks ofFraud, Corruption, and UnethicalBusiness Practices
The Company has always provided a congenial atmospherefor work, free from discrimination and harassment(including but not limited to sexual harassment). It hasalso provided equal opportunities for employment toall irrespective of their personal background, ethnicity,religion, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender.
The Company has adopted the "Code of Internal Proceduresand Conduct for regulating, monitoring and reporting oftrading by Insiders" in compliance with the SEBI (Prohibitionof Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 to regulate, monitorand report trading by its Designated Person(s) / and otherconnected person(s). Further, for effective implementationof the Code, the Company has put in place the policycontaining the penalty framework and the internalguidelines for effective compliance of the said Code.
The Company's "Code of practices and procedures for fairdisclosure of unpublished price sensitive information" isavailable on the Company's website and can be accessedthrough the web link https://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/V1-Code-of-Conduct-for-Prevention-of-Insider-Trading.pdf
The Vigil Mechanism as envisaged under the Act, the Rulesprescribed thereunder, and the SEBI Listing Regulationsare implemented through the Company's Whistle BlowerPolicy which establishes a formal vigil mechanism for theDirectors, Mastekeers, and Stakeholders and providesa mechanism for reporting concerns about unethicalbehavior, actual or suspected fraud or violation of the Codeof Conduct and Ethics. It also provides adequate safeguardsagainst the victimisation of the complainant who avails themechanism and provides direct access to the Chairpersonof the Audit Committee in exceptional cases. It is affirmedthat no personnel of the Company have been denied accessto the Audit Committee. The Whistle Blower Policy / VigilMechanism is placed on the website of the Company andcan be accessed through the weblink https://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Group-Whistle-Blower-Policy.pdf
In furtherance of the Company's Philosophy of conductingbusiness in an honest, transparent, and ethical manner,the Board has laid down the 'Anti Bribery and CorruptionPolicy' as part of the Company's Code of Business Conductand Ethics. Our Company has zero tolerance for briberyand corruption and is committed to acting professionallyand fairly in all its business dealings. Awareness of thepolicy is ensured through mandatory online training andunderstanding is confirmed through an assessment thathas a minimum threshold for passing and generating acertificate of successful completion.
21. Disclosures as per the Sexual Harassmentof Women at the Workplace (Prevention,Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013
The Company has zero tolerance for sexual harassmentin the workplace and has adopted a policy on prevention,prohibition, and redressal of sexual harassment atthe workplace in line with the provisions of the SexualHarassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibitionand Redressal) Act, 2013 and the rules thereunder forprevention and redressal of complaints of sexual harassmentat workplace. The Company has complied with provisionsrelating to the constitution of the Internal Committee underthe Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention,Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
All women employees, whether permanent, temporary,or contractual, are covered under the above policy. Thesaid policy has been uploaded on the internal portal of
the Company for information of all employees. Periodicsessions were also conducted to apprise employees andbuild awareness of the subject matter. The key focus isto create a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace thatfosters professional growth for each employee.
Your Company has constituted an Internal Committee (IC)to consider and resolve all sexual harassment complaintsif any, reported by women. The IC has been constitutedas per the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace(Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013, andthe Committee includes external member from NGO withrelevant experience. Investigations are conducted, anddecisions are made by the IC at the respective locations,and a senior woman employee is a presiding officer overevery case. More than half of the total members of theIC are women. The role of the IC is not restricted to themere redressal of complaints but also encompasses thetraining, awareness, prevention and prohibition of sexualharassment. In the last few years, the IC has workedextensively on creating awareness of the relevance ofsexual harassment issues in the new normal, by using newand innovative measures to help employees understandthe forms of sexual harassment while working remotely.
During the year under review, no complaint with allegationsof sexual harassment was filed, and there was no complaintor pending investigations at the end of the year.
22. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)Activities / Initiatives
Mastek has been an early adopter of CSR initiatives. MastekFoundation is the CSR wing of the Company. Foundedin 2002, the mission of Mastek Foundation is InformedGiving, Responsible Receiving. The institution seeks toinspire Company employees by creating awareness amongthem to give back to the community through mediums suchas volunteering and giving opportunities. The Foundationalso supports Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs) toscale and build their capabilities through the core skill ofInformation Technology. Hence, the Mastek Foundation has3 (three) clearly defined pillars: GIVE, ENGAGE, and BUILD.
The disclosures of CSR activities, required to be givenunder Section 135 of the Act, read with Rule 8(1) of theCompanies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules,2014, as amended, are annexed as "Annexure 6" tothis report.
The CSR Policy of the Company is posted on the websiteof the Company and can be accessed through the weblinkhttps://www.mastek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Corporate-Social-Responsibility-Policy-2022.pdf
23. Business Responsibility and SustainabilityReport (BRSR)
Pursuant to Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI ListingRegulations, the Business Responsibility and SustainabilityReport for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2025 isgiven elsewhere and forms part of the Annual Report. TheCompany continues to execute strong ESG propositionby working with all relevant stakeholders as well as in itsown operations.
24. Corporate Governance Practices
The Company has a rich legacy of ethical governancepractices and follows sound Corporate Governancepractices with a view to bringing transparency to itsoperations and maximising shareholder value. TheCompany continues to maintain high standards ofCorporate Governance, which has been fundamental to andis an integral principle of the business of your Companysince its inception. Your Directors reaffirm their continuedcommitment to good corporate governance practices. AReport on Corporate Governance along with a Certificatefrom a Practicing Company Secretary regarding compliancewith the conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulatedunder Schedule V of the SEBI Listing Regulations forms partof this Annual Report.
25. Annual Return
As required under the provisions of Sections 134(3) (a)and 92(3) of the Act read with Rule 12 of the Companies(Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, the draftof the Annual Return in prescribed Form No. MGT-7 (ofFinancial Year 2024-25) has been made available on thewebsite of the Company and can be accessed through theweblink: https://www.mastek.com/investorinformation/.
26. Compliance with Secretarial Standards
During the year under review, the Company has compliedwith the applicable Secretarial Standards on Meetings ofthe Board of Directors and on General Meetings issued bythe Institute of Company Secretaries of India in terms ofSection 118(10) of the Act.
27. Directors & Officers Insurance Coverage
The Company has sufficiently insured itself under variousInsurance policies to mitigate risks arising from third partyor customer claims, property, casualty, etc. The Companyalso has in place an insurance policy for its "Directors &Officers" with a quantum and coverage as approved bythe Board. The policy complies with the requirements ofRegulation 25(10) of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
Mastek delivers value and upholds the trust ofnot only its customers but also of its stakeholdersincluding its employees, suppliers and partners, thesociety it has impact on and the shareholders whoinvest in the Company. The ESG roadmap is aimedto lay out the actions that Mastek will take andexecute to achieve its sustainability objectives goingbeyond the minimum disclosure requirements andregulatory compliance.
Mastek, being an IT/ITES Company, has focusedon reducing energy consumption across all itsoffices. The Company initiated an action plan 9years ago, implemented in phases, to achieveenergy savings. Steps included:
• Surveying Electrical Infrastructure: A
detailed understanding of energy usebreakdown across their offices.
• Identifying Challenges and ImplementingSmarter Solutions: Focused on processimprovements, system upgrades, andefficient energy usage.
• Monitoring and Measuring EnergyConsumption: Constantly tracking energy useto ensure progress towards goals.
• Switching to HT Express Electricity Feeders:
Feasible areas were upgraded to reducepower shutdowns.
• Energy-Efficient Practices: Implementedpractices such as switching off lightsand ACs after working hours to minimizeenergy consumption.
• Regular Maintenance: Ensured electricalsystems are well-maintained, reducingbreakdowns and minimizing dieselconsumption during power outages.
• Upgrading to Energy-Efficient Systems:
HVAC, UPS, and data centers have beenupgraded to more energy-efficient systems.
• Replacing CFL Lights with LED Lights: A
significant energy-saving measure, as LEDsare more efficient and longer-lasting.
• Solar Water Heaters: Installed in cafeteriasto reduce dependency on electricity forwater heating.
• LEED/Energy-Certified Buildings: New
offices based on feasibility are located inbuildings that are LEED or energy-certified,ensuring minimal environmental impact.
• Refurbishing Existing Offices: Older officesare being upgraded to meet LEED standards,further improving their sustainability.
• Carbon Offsetting: The Company is offsettinggreenhouse gas emissions from its UKoffices, with plans for global implementation.
• Renewable Energy Sources: The Company isevaluating alternate source of energy such assolar and wind power wherever feasible.
Mastek has invested approximately Rs. 6 Crores
in energy conservation initiatives across its
offices upto the Financial Year 2024-25.
• Mastek continues to invest in digital technologiesto support business growth and enhanceoperational efficiencies and customer experiences,all while enhancing customer experience.
• Procure-to-Pay Platform: This platform hasstreamlined procurement and billing processes,improving efficiency.
• Travel and Expense Management Platform:
Helps manage travel bookings and expensesmore effectively.
• ESG Digital Dashboard: Mastek implementeda digital dashboard to monitor and manageEnvironment, Social, and Governance
(ESG) parameters, aligning with globalsustainability standards.
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For over 43 years, Mastek has been at the forefrontin providing technology solutions to address complexpublic system challenges. During this time, Mastekhas consistently delivered substantial value to itsshareholders while dedicating a portion of its profits tosocietal betterment. Whether addressing customer needssupporting its employees, or engaging with third partiesand the supply chain, sustainability has always been afundamental consideration in Mastek's decision makingprocess. This commitment emphasizes on the importanceof integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance(ESG) priorities into its operations while maintaining highstandards of corporate governance.
In FY25 Mastek has taken a step to refresh itsSustainability goals with Solutions-led approach andcontinue to align its vision with 12 of the United Nations'Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (SDG 1),
Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Good Health and Well Being (SDG3), Quality Education (SDG 4), Gender Equality (SDG 5),Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), Affordable and CleanEnergy (SDG 7), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG8), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10), Sustainable Cities andCommunities (SDG 11), Responsible Consumption andProduction (SDG 12), and Climate Action (SDG 13).
Since its listing in the calendar year 1993, Mastek hasbeen distinguished by board independence, governance,ethical business practices, and shareholder transparency.The Company has maintained a record of zero databreaches and consistently created high shareholdervalue. Additionally, Mastek's subsidiary boards areempowered and include local independent directors.Mastek's governance framework includes various policiesaddressing key areas such as like human rights, fairwages, anti-bribery, grievance resolution processes, etc.Training on anti-corruption has been completed by 99% ofthe employees, demonstrating a strong commitment toethical standards.
Mastek's commitment to social responsibility is embodiedin the Mastek Foundation, established over two decadesago with the guiding principle of "Informed Giving,Responsible Receiving." Founded in 2002, a decadebefore the term CSR was widely recognized, the MastekFoundation has made significant strides in social impact.In FY25 alone, the foundation has touched the lives of1,67,070 beneficiaries, supported over 1,000 animalsand birds, and partnered with 25 charities across sevenstates in India through various projects. A notable initiativamong others is the "Gratitude Is Attitude" event, whereemployees have the opportunity to volunteer with andcontribute to charities that support various causes. UnderSocial Value in the UK, Mastek supports a number ofbootcamps, multiple events for disadvantaged individualsto help them in various ways, including its engagementwith SARRC, a global leader in autism research, education,and lifelong support since 1997 empowering individualsand families through innovation and inclusion. Towardsour social responsibility as an employer, Mastek hasreported zero incidents related to workplace discriminationor human rights violations, affirming their commitmentto maintaining a fair and equitable workplace. Mastek'sDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy promotesequal employment opportunities and a harassment-free workplace.
Mastek is dedicated to reducing waste and optimizingwater and energy use as part of its environmentalresponsibility. Its offices in India are accredited withISO 14001 and ISO 45001. During FY 2024-25, CarbonEmissions assessment and benchmarking were undertakenfor the UK and India offices of Mastek. Mastek is committedto being Net Zero by 2030 in the UK and has offset 100% ofcarbon emissions in the UK during FY 2024-25. Mastek'soverall target is to achieve Net-Zero by 2040 and isprogressing to implement its carbon emissions reductionplan with defined steps in the upcoming years. Significantreductions have been achieved in electricity consumption,total GHG emissions, and water usage. Mastek continuesto enhance its environmental initiatives and engageemployees through its partnership with One Tree Planted,the official partner of the United Nations Decade onEcosystem Restoration. During FY 2025, Mastek publishedits disclosures in line with Task Force on Climate RelatedFinancial Disclosures and is also working towards definingScience-based targets (in line with SBTi) to achieve its Net-Zero vision.
No disclosure or reporting was made with respect to thefollowing items, as there were no transactions during theyear under review:
• The Company does not have any scheme or provision ofmoney for the purchase of its own shares by trustees foremployee benefit.
• The Company is not required to maintain cost records asper Section 148 of the Act.
• There was no buyback of shares during the yearunder review.
• The Company has not accepted any deposits from thepublic under the provisions of the Act and the rulesframed thereunder.
• The Company has not failed to implement any corporateaction during the year under review.
• The Company's securities were not suspended duringthe year under review.
• The Company has not issued equity shares withdifferential rights as to dividend, voting, or otherwise.
• There was no revision of financial statements and theBoard's Report of the Company during the year underreview requiring shareholders approval.
• No application has been made under the Insolvency andBankruptcy Code, hence the requirement to disclosethe details of the application made or any proceedingpending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code,2016 (31 of 2016) during the year along with their statuas at the end of the Financial Year is not applicable.
• There are no significant and material Orders passedby the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals, which wouldimpact the going concern status of the Company and itsfuture operations and legal compliances.
• The Company has not made any one time settlement foloans taken from the Banks or Financial Institutions.
Based on the framework of Internal Financial Controls andcompliance systems established and maintained by theCompany, audits and reviews are performed by the InternaStatutory, and Secretarial Auditors, and the reviews areundertaken by the Management and the Audit Committee,the Board is of the opinion that the Company's InternalFinancial Controls have been adequate and effective duringthe year under review.
In terms of Section 134(3)(c) of the Act, your Directorswould like to make the following statements to theMembers, to the best of their knowledge and belief andaccording to the information and representations obtainedby the Management:
(a) that in the preparation of the Annual FinancialStatements for the year ended March 31, 2025, theapplicable Accounting Standards have been followedalong with proper explanation relating to materialdepartures, if any;
(b) that such Accounting Policies as mentioned in theNotes to the Financial Statements have been selecteiand applied consistently, and judgements andestimates have been made that are reasonable andprudent so as to give a true and fair view of the stateof affairs of the Company as at March 31, 2025, andof the profits of the Company for the year ended onthat date;
(c) that proper and sufficient care has been takenfor the maintenance of adequate accountingrecords in accordance with the provisions of theAct for safeguarding the assets of the Companyand for preventing and detecting fraud andother irregularities;
(d) that the Annual Financial Statements have beenprepared on a going concern basis;
(e) that proper Internal Financial Controls to be followedby the Company have been laid down and that suchinternal financial controls are adequate and operatingeffectively; and
(f) that proper systems have been devised to ensurecompliance with the provisions of all applicablelaws and that such systems were adequate andoperating effectively.
During the year under review, your Company, receivedawards and accolades conferred by reputableOrganisations. The detailed updates on the same isincluded elsewhere in the profile pages of Annual Report.
Your Directors thank all the customers, associates,vendors, investors, and bankers across the globe, for theircontinued support during the year under review. YourDirectors place on record their sincere appreciation for theenthusiasm and the commitment for the growth and alsothe contribution made by the employees at all levels. TheCompany's consistent growth was made possible by theirhard work, solidarity, co-operation, and support.
Your Directors are grateful to the Investors for theircontinued support, trust, patronage and confidence inthe Company over last more than 3 (three) decades.
Your directors would like to make a special mention ofthe support extended by the various Departments ofthe Central and State Governments, particularly theSoftware Technology Parks of India, SEZ, the Departmentof Communication and Information Technology, the Directand Indirect Tax Authorities, the Ministry of Commerce,the Reserve Bank of India, Ministry of Corporate Affairs /Registrar of Companies, Securities and Exchange Boardof India, the Stock Exchanges, other authorities and lookforward to their continued support in all future endeavors.
With continuous learning, the skill upgradation andtechnology development, Company will continue to provideworld class professionalism and services.
Your Directors look forward to the long term futurewith confidence.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors.
Ashank Desai
Chairman(DIN: 00017767)
Date: April 18, 2025Place: Mumbai