Your directors are pleased to present their Twenty Fifth (25th) Annual Report on the business and operations of your Companytogether with the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended March 31,2025, in compliance to the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act").
The consolidated performance of the Company and its subsidiaries has been referred to wherever required.
The financial results of the Company for the Financial year ended March 31, 2025, are presented below:
Particulars
Standalone
Consolidated
Year ended
March 31,2025
March 31, 2024
Revenue from Operations
21,889.30
21,316.44
46,010.10
43,680.55
Other income
2,669.49
2,868.51
1,601.03
1,586.76
Total revenue
24,558.79
24,184.95
47,611.13
45,267.31
Profit before finance cost, depreciation and tax &exceptional items
4,342.92
4,225.65
4,500.04
5,721.87
Finance cost & depreciation
350.10
416.85
949.93
975.11
Profit before tax & exceptional items
3,992.82
3,808.80
3,550.11
4,746.76
Exceptional items
-
(75.65)
(710.31)
Profit before tax but after exceptional items
3,474.46
4,036.45
Provision for taxation (incl. deferred tax)
1,296.68
595.57
1,566.58
1,132.29
Profit after tax
2696.14
3,213.23
1,907.88
2,904.16
Other comprehensive income
(179.34)
(79.88)
(182.92)
(96.90)
Total comprehensive income
2,516.80
3,133.35
1,724.96
2,807.26
Total equity
26,190.42
26,264.51
25,132.41
25,998.35
Earnings per share (of ' 10 each)
Basic EPS (')
4.65
5.54
3.29
5.01
Diluted EPS (')
The Company delivered a consolidated operating revenue of'46,010 lakhs for the financial year ended March 31, 2025,reflecting a 5.33% growth over '43,681 lakhs in FY 2023-24.
The Retail segment remained the primary growth driver,posting revenues of '42,492 lakhs, an 11.44% year-on-yearincrease from '38,131 lakhs in the previous year. Marginmoderation in this segment was primarily due to increasedinvestments in brand-building, digital outreach, and below-the-line marketing initiatives aimed at enhancing leadgeneration and driving footfalls across centres.
The Institutional segment contributed '3,518 lakhs inrevenue. Despite facing a temporary slowdown due to thegeneral elections and delayed order cycles from governmentdepartments, the segment remains strategically significant.With stable fundamentals and renewed government focusand policy momentum post-elections, it is poised for long¬term growth and realignment.
Other income increased to '1,601 lakhs, driven by higherinterest earnings on bank deposits, reflecting a 90 bps riseover the previous year.
During the year, the Company recorded a foreign exchangeloss of '76 lakhs, significantly lower than the '710 lakhs
loss in FY 2023-24, owing to the continued devaluation of theNigerian Naira. This loss was classified as an exceptionalitem due to significant devaluation in Nigerian currency.
Profit Before Tax (PBT) after exceptional items stood at '3,474lakhs, compared to '4,036 lakhs in FY 2023-24. The effectivetax rate rose to 45.09% (vs. 28.05% last year) due to MinimumAlternate Tax (MAT) credit reversal, resulting in a Profit AfterTax (PAT) of '1,908 lakhs, down from '2,904 lakhs in theprevious year.
Earnings Per Share (EPS) for the year was '3.29, compared to'5.01 in FY 2023-24.
The Company continues to maintain a strong debt-freebalance sheet, with cash and cash equivalents amounting to'19,537 lakhs as on March 31, 2025.
For a comprehensive analysis of business strategy, segmentalperformance, and operational achievements, please referto the Management Discussion and Analysis section of thisAnnual Report.
During the financial year under review, the Company has notmade any transfer to the General Reserve.
The Company has a robust investor grievance mechanismthat enables shareholders to reach out via email or writtencommunication to either the Company or its Registrar andTransfer Agent (RTA). To ensure transparency, all criticalinformation is promptly uploaded on the Company's websiteand disclosed to stock exchanges in compliance with SEBIregulations. Please refer https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/investors for Investors/ Analyst Interactions held during the year.
During the financial year, the Human Resources function remainedinstrumental in aligning people strategies with business objectives,reinforcing our position as a leading employer. Key initiativesincluded fostering a cohesive, performance-driven culture,digitizing onboarding and orientation, and deploying advancedanalytics to enhance workforce insights and decision-making. TheHuman Resources function also introduced AI-powered, byte¬sized learning modules to support agile, personalized employeedevelopment. As a testament to the efforts, the Companymaintained a strong 4.2 rating on Glassdoor as of March 31,2025.
The Board of Directors at their meeting held on May 08, 2025,have declared an Interim Dividend of '4.50 per Equity Share(45%) for the Financial Year 2024-25.
In terms of regulation 43A of SEBI (Listing Obligations &Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Board ofDirectors of the Company at its meeting held on May 21, 2021,have approved and adopted the Dividend Distribution Policyand the same is uploaded on the Company's website:
https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/downloads/InvestorPolicy/
dividend-distribution-policy-aptech.pdf
During the financial year, the Board convened five times: onMay 02, 2024; August 02, 2024; November 11, 2024; January25, 2025; and February 03, 2025. The interval betweenany two meetings remained within the statutory limit of120 days, in full compliance with the Companies Act, 2013.Comprehensive details of Board meetings are provided in theCorporate Governance Report, which forms an integral part ofthis Integrated Annual Report.
Reappointment of Directors retiring by rotation:
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of theCompanies Act, 2013 and other applicable provisions(including any Statutory modification(s) or re-enactments),as well as the Articles of Association of the Company,Mr. Rajiv Agarwal (DIN: 00379990), and Mr. Utpal Sheth (DIN: 00081012) Non-Executive Directors, retires by rotation atthe forthcoming Annual General Meeting and, being eligible,offers themselves for re-appointment. It is further noted that
the Executive Directors and Independent Directors of theCompany are not subject to retirement by rotation.
Mrs. Vandana Chamaria (DIN: 07131829) was appointed asan Additional Director (Non-Executive, Independent) of theCompany with effect from August 02, 2024, for a term offive consecutive years. Her appointment was duly approvedand regularized by the shareholders at the Annual GeneralMeeting held on September 26, 2024.
The Board appointed Mr. Atul Jain (DIN: 07434943) as aManaging Director and Chief Executive Officer (Designate) ofthe Company for a term of five years with effect from August03, 2024. He was subsequently re-designated and appointedas the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD &CEO) with effect from November 01, 2024. However, Mr. Jaintendered his resignation due to personal reasons, and thesame was accepted by the Board. His tenure as MD & CEOconcluded with effect from January 30, 2025.
Ms. Madhu Jayakumar (DIN: 00016921), Non-Executive,Independent Director of the Company, completed her secondterm and ceased to hold office with effect from September23, 2024, upon completion of her tenure. The Board places onrecord its sincere appreciation for her valuable contributionsand guidance during her association with the Company.
Mr. Anuj Kacker (DIN: 00653997) ceased to hold office asWhole-time Director and Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO)of the Company upon completion of his tenure on October 31,2024. The Board places on record its sincere appreciation forhis leadership and contributions during his tenure.
Mr. Amit Goela (DIN: 01754804) was appointed as an AdditionalDirector (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) of the Companywith effect from January 25, 2025, for a term of five years,subject to shareholders' approval. His appointment wassubsequently regularized by the Shareholders through a postalballot, the result of the same was declared on April 05, 2025.
Mr. Vishal Gupta (DIN: 10388230) was appointed as anAdditional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) of theCompany with effect from January 25, 2025, for a term of fiveyears, subject to shareholders' approval. His appointment wassubsequently regularized by the Shareholders through a postalballot, the result of the same was declared on April 05, 2025.
Mr. Sandip Weling (DIN: 10479066) was appointed as a Whole¬time Director of the Company for a term of five years with effectfrom April 29, 2025, subject to approval by the Shareholders.His appointment was subsequently regularized through postalballot, the result of the same was declared on July 19, 2025.
Mr. Neeraj Malik (DIN: 07611462) was appointed as a Whole¬time Director of the Company for a term of five years with effectfrom April 29, 2025, subject to approval by the Shareholders.His appointment was subsequently regularized through postalballot, the result of the same was declared on July 19, 2025.
Mr. T. K. Ravishankar retired from the position of ChiefFinancial Officer of the Company effective June 30, 2024. The
Board places on record its deep appreciation for his invaluablecontributions and dedicated service during his tenure.
Mr. Pawan Nawal was appointed as Chief Financial Officer(Designate) of the Company on March 15, 2024. Upon theretirement of Mr. T.K. Ravishankar, he was re-designatedas the Group Chief Financial Officer of the Company andits subsidiaries. Based on the recommendations of theNomi nation & Remunerati on Commi ttee and the Aud itCommittee, he was also designated as a Key ManagerialPersonnel (KMP) pursuant to Section 203 of the CompaniesAct, 2013, with effect from August 02, 2024.
Mr. Akshar Biyani resigned from the position of CompanySecretary and Compliance Officer of the Company due topersonal reasons, with effect from October 14, 2024. Followinghis resignation, Ms. Shruti Laud was appointed as the ComplianceOfficer and designated as a Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) ofthe Company with effect from November 11,2024. Subsequently,she was appointed as the Company Secretary and ComplianceOfficer with effect from January 25, 2025.
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act,2013 and Regulation 17 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Board ofDirectors conducted the annual performance evaluation ofthe Board, its Committees, and individual Directors, includingIndependent Directors, during the year under review.
The evaluation was carried out through a structuredquestionnaire designed to assess various aspects suchas the composition and effectiveness of the Board and itsCommittees, Board dynamics and culture, fulfilment of dutiesand responsibilities, and adherence to governance practices.The evaluation process incorporated feedback from eachDirector and was aligned with the parameters outlined in theSEBI Guidance Note on Board Evaluation dated January 05,2017.
The Independent Directors, at their meeting held on March19, 2025, carried out a review of the performance of the Boardas a whole, including that of the Non-Independent Directorsand the Chairperson. The evaluation was conducted througha combination of qualitative and quantitative assessments,with particular emphasis on the adequacy and timeliness ofthe flow of information between the Company's managementand the Board, enabling the Board to effectively discharge itsresponsibilities.
The details of the evaluation process are set out in theCorporate Governance Report which forms a part of thisAnnual Report.
All newly appointed independent directors were provided witha comprehensive familiarization programme covering theCompany's operations and governance framework. Details ofthis programme are disclosed in the Corporate GovernanceReport. The website link for the familiarization programme is:
https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/downloads/
InvestorPolicy/Familiarisation-for-Independent-Directors-
of-Aptech-Limited.pdf
All Independent Directors have submitted declarationsconfirming compliance with the criteria of independenceas prescribed under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act,2013 and Regulation 16(b) of the SEBI (Listing Obligationsand Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Further,all Independent Directors have registered themselves withthe Independent Directors' databank and complied with therequirements under Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointmentand Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014.
In accordance with Regulation 25(8) of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015,all Independent Directors have confirmed that they are notaware of any circumstance or situation which exists or mayreasonably be anticipated to impair their ability to dischargetheir duties independently, objectively, and without externalinfluence. Further, as required under Regulation 25(9) ofSEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, the Board of Directors hasevaluated and taken on record the veracity of the disclosuresand confirmations received from the Independent Directors.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 92(3) of theCompanies Act, 2013, read with Rule 12 of the Companies(Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, the AnnualReturn in Form MGT-7 for the financial year 2024-25is available on the Company's website at: www.aptech-worldwide.com/.
Particulars of loans, guarantees, and investments coveredunder Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 are disclosedin the notes to the financial statements forming part of thisAnnual Report.
All contracts, arrangements, and transactions entered intoby the Company with Related Parties during the year underreview were in the ordinary course of business and conductedon an arm's length basis, in compliance with the applicableprovisions of the Companies Act, 2013. The Board of Directors,based on the recommendations of the Audit Committee, hasduly ratified and approved the omnibus approvals for RelatedParty Transactions for the financial years 2024-25.
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act,2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company hasformulated a Policy on Related Party Transactions. The Policyis available on the Company's website and can be accessed at:
https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/downloads/InvestorPolicy/AptechRPTPolicy FINAL.pdf
The Company has not entered into any Material RelatedParty Transactions during the year, in accordance withthe provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. A confirmationto this effect, as required under Section 134(3)(h) of theCompanies Act, 2013, is provided in Form AOC-2, annexedas Annexure I to this Annual Report.
Further, pursuant to Regulation 23(5)(c) of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015, transactions entered into between the Company and itswholly-owned subsidiaries—whose accounts are consolidatedwith the Company and placed before the shareholders at thegeneral meeting for approval—are exempt from obtainingseparate approval under Regulation 23(4) of the SEBI (LODR)Regulations, 2015. Accordingly, no shareholder approvalis required for such Related Party Transactions under theprevailing regulatory framework.
As on March 31, 2025, the Company has five subsidiaries.There has been no material change in the nature of business ofthese subsidiaries during the year under review. The Companydoes not have any associate or joint venture companies withinthe meaning of Section 2(6) of the Companies Act, 2013.
In compliance with Section 129(3) of the Act, a statementcontaining the salient features of the financial statementsof the Company's subsidiaries, including their contributionto the overall performance of the Company, is presentedin Form AOC-1, which forms part of this Annual Report.Further, pursuant to Section 137 of the Act, all necessarycompliances and statutory filings, including the uploading ofaccounts of the Company's foreign subsidiaries, have beenduly completed.
Additionally, in accordance with the provisions of Section136 of the Act, the audited standalone and consolidatedfinancial statements of the Company, together with theAuditors' Report and all other documents required under thelaw, including the financial statements of its subsidiaries,are available on the Company's website at https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/downloads/InvestorPolicy/Policy-on-Material-Subsidiaries2.0-FINAL.pdf
The Company has formulated and adopted a Nomination andRemuneration Policy in accordance with the provisions ofthe Companies Act, 2013 and the Rules framed thereunder,as well as the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015. The Policy outlines thecriteria for appointment, removal, and remuneration ofDirectors, Key Managerial Personnel, and other employees.The Nomination and Remuneration Policy is available on theCompany's website at: https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/downloads/InvestorPolicy/Remuneration Policy.pdf
The Company has duly constituted a Corporate SocialResponsibility (CSR) Committee in compliance with theprovisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, read
with the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy)Rules, 2014.
The Company is engaged in CSR activities in the followingareas:
• Eradicating poverty, hunger and malnutrition, promotinghealth care which includes sanitation and preventivehealth care, contribution to the Swach Bharat Koshset-up by the Central Government for the promotion ofsanitation and making available safe drinking water.
• Improvement in education which includes specialeducation and employment strengthening vocation skillsamong children, women, elderly and the differently abledand livelihood enhancement projects.
• Improving gender equality, setting up homes and hostelsfor women and orphans, empowering women, setting upold age homes, day care centres and such other facilitiesfor senior citizens and measures for reducing inequalitiesfaced by socially and economically backward groups.
The CSR Policy is available on the Company's website at:https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/about-us/corporate-social-responsibility. Disclosures relating to CSR activities,as required under the Companies Act, 2013, form part of thisAnnual Report and are provided in Annexure II.
During the year under review, the Company has not acceptedany deposits as defined under Sections 73 and 74 of theCompanies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Acceptanceof Deposits) Rules, 2014.
The Company has secured adequate insurance coverage forits assets, commensurate with its operational requirements.
A separate report on Management Discussion and Analysis, asmandated under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015, forms an integral part ofthis Annual Report.
Effective corporate governance is essential for maintainingstakeholder trust and achieving long-term business success.It reflects the Company's commitment to ethical conduct,transparency, and accountability. Corporate governanceencompasses the overall management framework of theorganization, including its structure, culture, policies, andinteractions with stakeholders. As global investors increasinglyfocus on governance standards and corporate performance,strong governance practices have become central to sustainablegrowth and competitiveness.
In accordance with Regulation 34 of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015,a separate Report on Corporate Governance forms part ofthis Annual Report. The Auditor's Certificate confirming
compliance with the conditions of Corporate Governance isannexed as Annexure III.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
To the best of their knowledge and belief and according tothe information and explanations obtained by them, yourdirectors make the following statement that:
i. In the presentation of the Annual Accounts for the yearended March 31, 2025, applicable accounting standardshave been followed and that there are no materialdepartures;
ii. They have, in the selection of the accounting policies,consulted the statutory auditors and have applied themconsistently and made judgments and estimates that arereasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair viewof the state of affairs of the Company for the year endedMarch 31, 2025 and of the profit of the Company for theyear ended on that date;
iii. They have taken proper and sufficient care, to the bestof their knowledge and ability, for the maintenance ofadequate accounting records in accordance with theprovisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguardingthe assets of the Company and for preventing anddetecting fraud and other irregularities;
iv. The annual accounts have been prepared on a goingconcern basis;
v. Internal financial controls followed by the Company areadequate and were operating effectively;
vi. The proper systems to ensure compliance with theprovisions of all applicable laws were adequate andoperating effectively.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGYABSORPTION, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT ANDFOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO IF ANY:
The information required under Section 134(3)(m) of theCompanies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Accounts)Rules, 2014, is provided below:
Conservation of Energy:
Although the Company's operations are not energy-intensive,adequate measures have been undertaken to conserve energywherever possible.
Technology Absorption:
The Company continues to adopt and leverage advancedtechnologies to enhance productivity and improve the qualityof its services.
Research & Development:
Technological obsolescence is certain. We encouragecontinuous innovation and research and development formeasuring future challenges and opportunities.
Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo:
Details of foreign exchange earnings and outgo, if any, aredisclosed in the Notes to the Financial Statements.
DETAILS OF REMUNERATION AS REQUIRED UNDERSECTION 197 OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013, READWITH RULES 5(1) OF THE COMPANIES (APPOINTMENTAND REMUNERATION OF MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL)RULES, 2014:
The information required under Section 197 of the CompaniesAct, 2013, read with the Companies (Appointment andRemuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, isprovided in Annexure IV to this Report.
NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS:
REMUNERATION OF DIRECTORS AND DISCLOSUREUNDER SECTION 197(12) OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013:
Non-Executive, Independent Directors of the Company areentitled to sitting fees for attending meetings of the Board, itsCommittees, and separate meetings of Independent Directors.Additionally, they are paid commission as approved by theShareholders. Detailed disclosures on the remunerationof Non-Executive Directors are available in the CorporateGovernance Report.
The Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors do not receiveany remuneration from the Company.
In accordance with Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013,read with Rules 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointmentand Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, thestatement containing the particulars of employees forms part ofthis Report as Annexure V. However, pursuant to the provisionsof Section 136(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, and the rules madethereunder, the Annual Report being sent to the Shareholdersexcludes this annexure. Shareholders interested in obtainingthe said annexure may write to cs@aptech.co.in prior to the dateof the Annual General Meeting. The Company shall provide theinformation in electronic mode upon request.
PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT ATWORKPLACE:
In compliance with the requirements of the Sexual Harassmentof Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and RedressallAct, 2013, the Company has implemented a comprehensivePolicy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace.An Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) has been dulyconstituted to address and resolve complaints in accordancewith the provisions of the Act.
During the year under review, one complaint was received,duly investigated, and resolved in line with the prescribedprocedures.
The Company affirms its compliance with the provisionspertaining to the constitution and functioning of the ICC asmandated under the Act.
Sr. No.
Total Count
1
Number of complaints of sexualharassment received in the year
2
Number of complaints disposed offduring the year
3
0
Pursuant to the latest circular and in accordance with theprovisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, the Companyconfirms its full compliance with all applicable requirementsof the Act.
The Company extends all mandated benefits, including paidmaternity leave, nursing breaks, and job protection duringmaternity, to eligible women employees. Robust internalpolicies and procedures are in place to ensure consistentadherence and to foster a safe, inclusive, and equitableworkplace.
No complaints or instances of non-compliance were reportedduring the financial year under review.
As per the provisions of Section 139 of the Companies Act,2013 read with Companies (Audit and auditors) Rules, 2014as amended from time to time, M/s. Bansi S. Mehta & Co(ICAI Firm Registration No. 100991W) were appointed asthe Statutory Auditors from the conclusion of the TwentySecond Annual General Meeting held on August 05, 2022 tillconclusion of the Twenty Seventh Annual General Meeting.
There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarksin their Audit Report.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the CompaniesAct, 2013 and the applicable rules framed thereunder, theCompany has appointed M/s. S. G & Associates, PractisingCompany Secretaries, to conduct the Secretarial Audit for thefinancial year under review.
In compliance with Regulation 24A of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) (Amendment)Regulations, 2018, the Secretarial Audit Report of MELTraining and Assessments Limited, a material unlistedsubsidiary, has also been annexed along with theSecretarial Audit Report of the Company. Both reportsform part of the Board's Report and are collectivelyannexed as Annexure VI.
The Secretarial Audit Reports and the Secretarial ComplianceReports do not contain any qualification, reservation, oradverse remark, except as specifically stated therein.
In accordance with Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013and based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee,
the Board of Directors, at its meeting held on August 02, 2024,appointed M/s. SAPSJ & Associates, Cost Accountants (FirmRegistration No. 000445), as the Cost Auditors of the Companyfor the Financial Year 2024-25.
The Cost Auditors have confirmed that their appointment is incompliance with the provisions of Sections 141 and 148 of theCompanies Act, 2013 and other applicable regulations.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Act, the remunerationpayable to the Cost Auditors was placed before the Membersat the 24th Annual General Meeting and duly ratified.
Pursuant to Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, readwith the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, theCompany is required to maintain cost records. Accordingly, theCompany has duly maintained the prescribed cost accountsand records for the financial year under review.
Pursuant to the SEBI Notification dated May 5, 2021,Regulation 34 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015, was amended to mandatethat the top 1,000 listed entities by market capitalizationsubmit a Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report(BRSRl in place of the earlier Business Responsibility Report(BRRl, effective from the Financial Year 2022-23. TheBRSR outlines disclosures on environmental, social, andgovernance (ESG) initiatives in the prescribed format.
In compliance with Regulation 34(2)(f) of the ListingRegulations, the Company has prepared the BRSR for theFinancial Year 2024-25, which forms part of this AnnualReport. The report has been prepared in accordance with theformat specified by SEBI through its circulars dated May 10,2021, July 12, 2023, and as amended from time to time.
During the year under review, no instance of fraud wasreported by the auditors under Section 143(12) of theCompanies Act, 2013.
The Company has complied with the applicable SecretarialStandards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries ofIndia (ICSI) relating to Meetings of the Board of Directors andGeneral Meetings.
The Company has adopted a comprehensive Code of Conduct inaccordance with the provisions of the Securities and ExchangeBoard of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations,2015, to regulate, monitor, and report trading activities bydesignated persons and their immediate relatives.
The Code outlines the procedures to be followed while tradingor dealing in the Company's securities and for handling andsharing of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSIl.It includes provisions for maintaining a structured digitaldatabase, mechanisms to prevent insider trading, andmeasures to sensitize designated persons on the importanceand confidentiality of UPSI.
Additionally, the Code incorporates the principles of fairdisclosure of UPSI and the related practices and procedures.The same is available on the Company's website at https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/downloads/code-of-conduct/V3-COC-Clean-10.09.2024.pdf
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL:
Pursuant to Section 134(5)(e) and other applicable provisionsof the Companies Act, 2013, the Company has establishedrobust systems, standards, and procedures to ensure theimplementation of adequate Internal Financial Controlsacross its operations. These controls have been designedto provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability offinancial reporting and compliance with applicable laws andregulations, and are operating effectively.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS, IF ANY,AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THECOMPANY:
Except as otherwise stated in this Report, there have been nomaterial changes or commitments affecting the financial positionof the Company between the end of the financial year to which thefinancial statements pertain and the date of this Report.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THEREGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTINGTHE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANY'SOPERATIONS IN FUTURE:
During the Financial Year 2024-25, no significant or materialorders were passed by any regulatory authority, court, ortribunal that would impact the Company's going concernstatus or its future operations, except as disclosed in theCorporate Governance Report.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Board of Directors extends its sincere appreciation toall stakeholders for their continued support and trust. TheCompany is grateful for the valuable cooperation received fromits shareholders, bankers, financial institutions, governmentauthorities, corporate clients, customers, and business partners.
The Board also places on record its deep appreciation for thededication, commitment, and contributions of all employees,whose efforts have been integral to the Company's growth andsuccess.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
Sd/- Sd/-
Ameet Hariani Rajiv Agarwal
Chairman Director
DIN: 00087866 DIN:00379990
Place: Mumbai Place: Mumbai
Date: August 04, 2025 Date: August 04, 2025