The Board of Directors hereby presents this Integrated 18th Board's Report ("Report”) of the business and operations of CampusActivewear Limited (“the Company”) together with the Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended 31st March 2026.
1. FINANCIAL SUMMARY OR HIGHLIGHTS
The Company's financial performance for the year under report along with previous year's figures are given hereunder:
Particulars
FY 2025-26
FY 2024-25
Revenue from Operations
1,774.12
1,592.96
Other Income
22.84
14.69
EBITDA
314.73
258.22
Depreciation and amortization expenses
88.30
75.49
Finance costs
24.26
18.79
Profit before tax
202.17
163.94
Less: Tax Expenses
(52.08)
(42.76)
Profit for the year (PAT)
150.09
121.18
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
0.27
(0.33)
Total comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
150.36
120.85
The Financial Statements of the Company for the financial yearended 31st March 2026, have been prepared in accordance withthe Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) as notified by theMinistry of Corporate Affairs and as amended from time to time.
2. STATE OF COMPANY’S AFFAIRS
Company is engaged in the business of manufacturing offootwear & apparel. During the financial year under report, theCompany achieved a total income of Rs. 1796.96 Cr as comparedto Rs. 1607.65 Cr in the previous year. Net profit (after tax) forthe year is Rs. 150.09 Cr as compared to net profit (after tax) ofRs. 121.18Cr in the previous year.
FY26 Financial Highlights
• FY26 sales volume registered at 2.59 Cr pairs as against2.49Cr pairs in FY25 with a growth of 4.2% vs PY.
• FY26 aggregate ASP stood at Rs. 683 per pair vs Rs. 639per pair in FY25, registering an increase of 6.9% vs PY.
• Revenue from operations increased by 11.4% YoY toRs. 1774.1Cr in FY26.
• FY26 full year EBITDA stood at Rs. 314.73Cr as comparedto Rs. 258.22Cr in FY25, demonstrating strong growth of21.88% YoY. FY26 EBITDA margin stood at 17.5% vs. 16.07%in FY25.
• Net Profit during the year FY26 stood at Rs. 150.09Cr (PATmargin: 8.35%) as against PAT of Rs. 121.18Cr in FY25 (PATmargin: 7.54%).
Balance Sheet Highlights
• The Company's Days of Sales outstanding (DSO) and Daysof Inventory outstanding (DIO) for FY'26 is at 34 days(FY25- 36 days) and 86 days (FY25 - 90 days) respectively.
• The Company's return ratios i.e. ROCE and ROE forFY'26 is 22.33% (FY25 21.98%) and 18.05% (FY25 17.21%)respectively.
• Your Company recorded a revenue (operations) of Rs.1,774.12 crore during the financial year 2025-26. TheCompany continues to benefit from its strategic model ofin-house capabilities supported by backward integration,enabling greater agility in product development, superiorquality control, cost efficiencies, and faster response toevolving market demands. Backed by a strong designteam, the Company remains adept at identifying emergingglobal footwear trends and translating them into productsthat resonate with the evolving preferences of Indianconsumers.
Building on this foundation, the Company continued tostrengthen its position as a contemporary, youth-centriclifestyle brand through a combination of culturally relevantbrand campaigns and innovation-led product launches.The "You Go Girl" campaign featuring brand ambassadorKriti Sanon celebrated confidence, individuality, and self¬expression, reinforcing the brand's connect with youngconsumers. Complementing this, the launch of Elan byCampus, the Company's neo-casual footwear collection,with actor Jim Sarbh as the face of the campaign, reflectedthe changing lifestyle needs of today's consumers whileexpanding the Company's presence in the fast-growingneo-casual segment.
3. RESERVES AND SURPLUS/OTHER EQUITY
During the period under report, the Company has not transferredany amount to General Reserves and entire amount of profit forthe year forms part of the 'Retained Earnings'.
4. DIVIDENDS
The Board of Directors (the "Board”) of your Companyhave recommended a final dividend at the rate of30% on the Face Value of the Equity Shares i.e. Rs.1.50 (One Rupee Fifty Paise Only) per equity share ofthe face value of Rs. 5 (Rupees Five Only) each fullypaid up for the financial year ended 31st March 2026,subject to the approval of the Members at the ensuing18th Annual General Meeting ("AGM”) of the Company. Therecord date for the said payout shall be 31st July 2026.
The final dividend recommended for the financial year ended31st March 2026 is in accordance with the Dividend DistributionPolicy of the Company. The said Policy is available on thewebsite of the Company and can be accessed at: https://www.campusactivewear.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/DividendDistribution Policy%20CAMPUS.pdf.
Pursuant to the Finance Act, 2020 read with the Income TaxAct, 1961 the dividend paid or distributed by a Company shallbe taxable in the hands of the shareholders w.e.f April 1,2020. Accordingly, in compliance with the said provisions yourCompany shall make the payment of dividend after necessarydeduction of tax at source at the prescribed rates. For theprescribed rates for various categories, the shareholders arerequested to refer to the Finance Act, 2020 and amendmentsthereof.
Unpaid/Unclaimed Dividend
Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 124 and 125 of theCompanies Act, 2013 read with the Investor Education andProtection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer andRefund) Rules, 2016, unpaid or unclaimed dividend remainingunclaimed for a period of seven consecutive years from thedate of transfer to the Unpaid Dividend Account is required tobe transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund("IEPF") along with the corresponding equity shares. As on thedate of this Report, no amount of unpaid/unclaimed dividendand no corresponding equity shares were due for transfer tothe IEPF.
Further, as on 31st March 2026, an amount as mentioned below,pertaining to unpaid/unclaimed dividend, was lying in theUnpaid Dividend Account of the Company:
Dividend for theFinancial Year ended
Unclaimed dividend as on March31, 2026 (Amount in Rs.)
31st March 2025 (Interim)
39,520.36
31st March 2025 (Final)
14,723.30
5. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES ORINVESTMENTS UNDER SECTION 186 OF THECOMPANIES ACT, 2013
During the period under report, the Company has not given anyloans, guarantees or provided any security in connection with a
loan to any Body Corporate or person as per Section 186 of theCompanies Act, 2013.
6. LISTING OF SHARES
The equity shares of the Company are listed on the NationalStock Exchange of India Ltd. (NSE) and BSE Limited (BSE). Thelisting fee for the financial year 2026-27 has been paid to boththe Stock Exchanges within the prescribed timelines.
7. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSISREPORT
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report for thefinancial year 2025-26, prepared in accordance with therequirements of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015, forms an integral part ofthis Annual Report under the section titled "ManagementDiscussion and Analysis” ("MD&A”).
The MD&A provides a comprehensive overview of the economic,geographical, and environmental factors that are material to theCompany's strategy and its capacity to create and sustain long¬term value for its stakeholders. It also incorporates disclosuresand reporting requirements as prescribed under Regulation 34read with Schedule V of the SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015.
8. DETAILS OF SUBSIDIARIES/ASSOCIATES/JOINT VENTURES COMPANIES
A. Name of the Subsidiaries/Associates/JointVenture Companies and Details of their contributionto the overall performance of the company.
During the period under report and as on date, the Companydid not have any subsidiary, associate or joint venture company.
B. Companies which have become or ceased to be itsSubsidiaries, Joint Ventures or Associate Companiesduring the year.
During the period under report, no Companies have becomeor ceased to be the Subsidiaries, Joint Ventures or AssociateCompanies of the Company.
9. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS,AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OFTHE COMPANY WHICH HAVE OCCURREDBETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAROF THE COMPANY TO WHICH THE FINANCIALSTATEMENTS RELATE AND THE DATE OF THEREPORT
There are no material changes and commitments affectingthe financial position of the Company between the end of thefinancial year to which the financial statements relate and thedate of this Report.
Further, in terms of the Employee Stock Option Plans of the Company, Nomination and Remuneration Committee (alsodesignated as Compensation Committee) approved and allotted the following equity shares pursuant to the exercise of Optionsby the Employees:
Sl. No.
Allotment Date
ESOP Scheme
Number of Shares Allotted
1.
10th June 2025
Campus Activewear Limited Employee StockOption Plan 2021-Vision Pool
57,627
2.
23rd July 2025
Campus Activewear Limited Employee StockOption Plan 2021
11,208
3.
5,000
4.
21st November 2025
17,932
5.
40,206
6.
20th January 2026
24,356
7.
38,517
Total
1,94,846
Further, Nomination and Remuneration Committee (also designated as Compensation Committee) has granted the following Optionsto the Eligible Employees under the Employee Stock Option Plan of the Company:
Number of Options Granted
Campus Activewear Limited Employee Stock Option Plan Vision Pool 2021
3,88,217
10. CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS
There was no change in the nature of business of the Company during the financial year ended 31st March 2026.
11. SHARE CAPITALAuthorized Share Capital
The Authorized Share Capital of the Company, as on 31st March 2026 was Rs. 4,53,70,00,000/- divided into 90,74,00,000 equity shareshaving face value of Rs. 5/- each.
Issued, Subscribed, Paid-up Share Capital
The issued and paid-up share capital of the Company as on 31st March 2026 was Rs. 1,52,79,66,025/- divided into 30,55,93,205 Equityshares having face value of Rs. 5/- each fully paid-up.
Further, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (also designated as Compensation Committee) allotted the following EquityShares, post vesting and Exercise of Options by the Eligible Employees of the Company and accordingly the paid-up share capitalwas increased as follows:
Sl. No
Number of SharesAllotted
Issued and paid-up share Capitalof the Company as on date
Campus Activewear Limited EmployeeStock Option Plan 2021-Vision Pool
Rs. 1,52,72,79,930/- comprisingof 30,54,55,986 equity shares ofRs. 5/- each fully paid up
Campus Activewear Limited EmployeeStock Option Plan 2021
Rs. 1,52,73,60,970/-comprising of30,54,72,194 equity shares of
Rs. 5/- each fully paid up
Rs. 1,52,76,51,660/-comprising of30,55,30,332 equity shares of
Rs. 1,52,79,66,025/-comprising of30,55,93,205 equity shares of
12. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL SYSTEMSAND THEIR ADEQUACY
In line with the Companies Act, 2013, the Company hasan adequate Internal Financial Controls (IFC) systemcommensurate with its size and scale of operations, which isin line with the requirement of the Companies Act, 2013. TheCompany has clearly defined Governance, Risk & ComplianceFramework, Policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),Delegation of Authority (DOA) matrix.
Internal Audit Reports are discussed in the Audit Committeemeetings on a quarterly basis and the summary of key findingsalong with their analysis and action taken status are presentedto the Audit Committee. The necessary actions are takenwithin the timelines to strengthen the control in the requiredareas of business operations. There was no instance of fraudwhich necessitates reporting of material misstatement to theCompany's operations.
During the year, such controls were assessed and no reportablematerial weaknesses in the design or operations were observed.
13. DEPOSITS
During the period under report, the Company had not acceptedany deposit within the meaning of Section 73 and 74 of theCompanies Act, 2013 read together with the Companies(Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
14. AUDITORSA) Statutory Auditors
The Members of the Company at their 15th Annual GeneralMeeting (AGM) held on 26th September 2023, had appointedM/s. B S R and Co., Chartered Accountants (Firm RegistrationNo. 128510W) as the Statutory Auditors of the Company for thesecond term (since the partners are common with the retiringStatutory Auditors) of five (5) consecutive years to hold suchoffice till the conclusion of the 20th Annual General Meeting ofthe Company to be held for the financial year 2027-28.
Statutory Auditors' Report
The Report given by the Statutory Auditors on the FinancialStatements of the Company for the financial year ended 31stMarch 2026, forms an integral part of this Annual Report. Thereare no observations (including any qualification, reservation,adverse remark or disclaimer) of the Auditors in the Report.Further, the notes to accounts referred to in the Auditors' Reportare self-explanatory.
Details in respect of frauds reported by auditors
The Auditors of the Company have not reported any fraud interms of the second proviso to Section 143(12) of the Act.
B) Cost Auditors
The Central Government has not prescribed the maintenance ofcost records under Section 148(1) of the Act and Rules framedthereunder with respect to the Company's nature of business.
C) Secretarial Auditors
The members of the company at their 17th Annual GeneralMeeting (AGM) held on 23rd September 2025, had appointed M/sATG & Co., Practicing Company Secretaries as the SecretarialAuditors of the Company for a term of five (5) consecutive yearsto hold such office till the conclusion of the 22nd Annual GeneralMeeting of the Company.
Secretarial Audit Report (MR-3)
In terms of the provisions of Regulation 24A of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015,Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Rule 9 of theCompanies (Appointment and Remuneration of ManagerialPersonnel) Rules, 2014, as amended from time to time, theSecretarial Audit Report for the financial year 2025-26, issuedby the Secretarial Auditors in Form MR-3, is annexed to thisReport as Annexure I. There are no qualifications, reservations,or adverse remarks made by the Secretarial Auditors in theirReport.
Annual Secretarial Compliance Report
Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for the financial yearended 31st March 2026 on compliance with all applicable SEBIRegulations and circulars/guidelines issued thereunder, wasobtained from M/s. ATG & Co., Practicing Company Secretariesand submitted to both the stock exchanges on which the sharesof the company are listed (i.e., NSE and BSE). There are noobservations, reservations or qualifications in the said report.The Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for the financialyear ended 31st March 2026 is available on the website of theCompany at www.campusactivewear.com.
D) Internal Auditors
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 138 and Section 179 ofthe Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 13 of the Companies(Accounts) Rules, 2014 and Rule 9 of the Companies (Meetingsof Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 made thereunder, asamended from time to time, and on the recommendations ofthe Audit Committee, the Board, at its meeting held on 29thMay, 2025, appointed Ernst & Young LLP (''EY") as the InternalAuditors of the Company for the financial year ended 31st March2026 and Internal Audit Reports issued by the Internal Auditorsare reviewed by the Audit Committee on a quarterly basis.
Further, on the recommendations of the Audit Committee, theBoard of Directors at its meeting held on 25th May 2026 hadapproved the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP ('EY") as theInternal Auditors of the Company for the financial year ending31st March 2027.
15. DETAILS OF DIRECTORS AND KEYMANAGERIAL PERSONNEL(i) Composition
As on 31st March 2026, the Board consisted of optimumcombination of Executive & Non-Executive Directors includingone Woman Independent Director. Mr. Hari Krishan Agarwal isthe Chairman and Managing Director of the Company.
The Composition of Board of the Company as on 31st March 2026 is as follows:
Sr. No.
Name of the Director
Designation
Category
Mr. Hari Krishan Agarwal
Chairman and Managing Director
Executive, Non-Independent Director
Mr. Nikhil Aggarwal
Whole-Time Director and CEO
Mr. Anil Kumar Chanana
Director
Non-Executive, Independent Director
Mr. Jai Kumar Garg
Mrs. Madhumita Ganguli
Non-Executive, Independent Woman Director
Mr. Nitin Savara
(ii) Changes in Directors
During the financial year 2025-26, no person was appointed orceased to be the Director of the Company.
Further, pursuant to the provisions of Section 152 of theCompanies Act, 2013 and other applicable provisions thereunder,Mr. Nikhil Aggarwal (DIN: 01877186), Whole Time Directorand CEO of the Company, is liable to retire by rotation at theensuing 18th Annual General Meeting and, being eligible, offershimself for re-appointment. Based on the recommendationof the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Boardhas recommended his re-appointment for the approval ofshareholders.
Further, it is informed that the shareholders of the Company,at the 13th Annual General Meeting held on 24th September2021, had appointed Mr. Anil Kumar Chanana (DIN: 00466197)and Mrs. Madhumita Ganguli (DIN: 00676830) as IndependentDirectors for a term of five (5) consecutive years with effect from24th September 2021 up to 31st August 2026, and accordingly,their respective tenures will conclude on 31st August 2026.Further, at the Extraordinary General Meetings held on 17thNovember 2021 and 18th December 2021, the shareholders hadappointed Mr. Nitin Savara (DIN: 09398370) and Mr. Jai KumarGarg (DIN: 07434619) as Independent Directors for a term of five(5) consecutive years with effect from 17th November 2021 and18th December 2021, respectively, up to 31st October 2026 and 1stDecember 2026, respectively, and accordingly, their respectivetenures will conclude on the said dates.
The Performance evaluation of the Independent Directors wasconducted by Nomination and Remuneration Committee & theentire Board (excluding the Director being evaluated) on thebasis of approved performance evaluation criteria.
Considering the knowledge, background, experience, expertise,and valuable contribution made by Mr. Anil Kumar Chanana,Mrs. Madhumita Ganguli, Mr. Nitin Savara and Mr. Jai KumarGarg during their tenure, and based on the outcome of theperformance evaluation, it would be in the interest of theCompany to continue to avail their association as IndependentDirectors.
In this regard, the Company has received declarations fromMr. Anil Kumar Chanana, Mrs. Madhumita Ganguli, Mr. NitinSavara and Mr. Jai Kumar Garg confirming that they meet thecriteria of independence as prescribed under Section 149(6) ofthe Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBIListing Regulations, 2015. The Company has also received theirconsent to act as Independent Directors and confirmations thatthey are not disqualified from being re-appointed as Directors interms of Section 152 and 164 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Accordingly, based on the recommendations of the Nominationand Remuneration Committee and the Board of Directors attheir respective meetings held on 22nd May 2026 and 25th May2026, respectively, has approved and recommended to theshareholders the re-appointment of the following Directors asNon - Executive Independent Directors of the Company for thesecond term of five (5) consecutive years, not liable to retire byrotation:
• Mr. Anil Kumar Chanana for a second term of five (5)consecutive years from 1st September 2026 to 31st August2031
• Mrs. Madhumita Ganguli for a second term of five (5)consecutive years from 1st September 2026 to 31st August2031
• Mr. Nitin Savara for a second term of five (5) consecutiveyears from 1st November 2026 to 31st October 2031
• Mr. Jai Kumar Garg for a second term of five (5) consecutiveyears from 2nd December 2026 to 1st December 2031
Brief details of the Directors being recommended for re¬appointment as required under Regulation 36(3) of the SEBI(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015 and the Clause 1.2.5 of the Secretarial Standards onGeneral Meetings (SS-2) have been furnished in the Noticedated 25th May 2026 convening the 18th Annual General Meetingof the Company.
Accordingly, the Board recommends the Special Resolutions setout at Item Nos. 4 to 7 of the accompanying Notice for approvalof the shareholders of the Company.
(iii) Changes in Key Managerial Personnels
During the year under report, there were no changes in the KeyManagerial Personnel of the Company. However, Mr. SanjayChhabra had resigned from the position of Chief FinancialOfficer w.e.f closure of business hours of 7th July 2026.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 203 of the Companies Act,2013, the following are the Key Managerial Personnel (KMPs) ofthe Company as on 31st March 2026:
1. Mr. Hari Krishan Agarwal, Chairman and ManagingDirector
2. Mr. Nikhil Aggarwal, Whole-Time Director and CEO
3. Mr. Sanjay Chhabra, Chief Financial Officer(resigned w.e.f closure of business hours of 7th July 2026)
4. Ms. Archana Maini, General Counsel and CompanySecretary
Further, pursuant to the provisions of Section 152 of theCompanies Act, 2013 and other applicable provisions madethereunder, Mr. Nikhil Aggarwal, Whole Time Director and CEOof the Company, is liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing 18thAnnual General Meeting and being eligible, offers himself forre-appointment. On the recommendations of Nomination andRemuneration committee, the Board at its meeting held on 25thMay 2026, recommends his re-appointment to the Shareholdersof the Company for their approval.
(iv) Declaration by Independent Director(s) of theCompany
The Independent Directors have submitted their declaration ofIndependence, stating that:
a. they continue to fulfill the criteria of Independence asrequired pursuant to Section 149(6) read with ScheduleIV of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 16( 1) (b)and 25 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosuresRequirements) Regulations, 2015; and
b. they are not aware of any circumstance or situation,which exists or may be reasonably anticipated, that couldimpair or impact their ability to discharge their dutieswith an objective independent judgment and without anyexternal influence, and that they are independent of themanagement.
The Independent Directors have also confirmed that they havecomplied with the Company's Code of Conduct prescribed inSchedule IV of the Companies Act, 2013. In terms of Section150 of the Act and rules framed thereunder, the IndependentDirectors have also confirmed their registration (includingrenewal of applicable tenure) and compliance of the onlineproficiency self-assessment test (unless exempted) with theIndian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA).
The Board opined and confirmed, in terms of Rule 8 of theCompanies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, as amended, that theIndependent Directors are persons of high repute, integrityand possess the relevant expertise and experience in theirrespective fields.
16. NUMBER OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OFDIRECTORS
During the financial year 2025-26, four (4) meetings of theBoard of Directors were held. The details of which form partof the Corporate Governance Report, forming an integral partof this Annual Report. The intervening gap between the twoconsecutive Board meetings was within the prescribed periodof One hundred and twenty days (120) days as specified underthe provisions of Section 173 of the Companies Act, 2013 andRegulation 17 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015.
The Independent Directors held their separate meeting on 18thMarch 2026 without the presence of Non-Independent Directorsand members of the management, in accordance with Section149 read with Schedule IV of the Companies Act, 2013 andRegulation 25 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015. At the said meeting, alongwith other agendas the Independent Directors also reviewed
the performance of Non-Independent Directors, the Board asa whole, and the Chairperson, as well as assessed the quality,quantity, and timeliness of flow of information between theCompany's management and the Board.
17. BOARD COMMITTEES
During the period under report, the Board had followingCommittees:
a. Audit Committee
b. Stakeholder's Relationship Committee
c. Nomination and Remuneration Committee (also designatedas Compensation Committee)
d. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
e. Risk Management Committee
f. Finance Committee
g. Internal Complaints Committee
All the recommendations made by the Committees of the Boardincluding the Audit Committee were reviewed and accepted bythe Board. The composition of the Committees of the Board andthe details regarding meetings of the Committees constitutedby the Board are set out in the Corporate Governance Report,which forms an integral part of this Annual Report.
18. VIGIL MECHANISM/WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY
Your Company is committed to upholding the higheststandards of ethical, moral, and legal business conduct andis dedicated to fostering an ethical workplace culture thatencourages the reporting of any potential violations of itspolicies or applicable laws.
To ensure adherence to these principles, the Company promotesa transparent environment wherein employees are encouragedto report concerns relating to actual or suspected violations,including misstatements in financial statements and reports,instances of fraud or theft, breaches of the Company's Codeof Conduct, or any form of retaliation for assisting the AuditCommittee or providing relevant information. Such concernsmay be raised without fear of retaliation, victimisation, or unfairtreatment.
In Compliance with the provision of Section 177(9) of theCompanies Act, 2013 and Regulation 22 of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015,the Company has established a robust Vigil Mechanism andWhistle Blower Policy for Directors and Employees to enablereporting of unethical behaviour, fraud, or violation of the Codeof Conduct, etc. The mechanism ensures that all reportedmatters are investigated in an impartial manner and appropriatecorrective actions are taken, wherever required.
The Policy also provides employees with direct access tothe Chairperson of the Audit Committee in appropriate orexceptional cases.The Whistle BlowerPolicy/Vigil Mechanismis hosted on the Company's website and can be accessedat: https://www.campusactivewear.com/sites/default/
files/2026-05/WhistleBlowerPolicy.pdf.
19. NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICYFOR DIRECTORS, KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL,AND OTHER EMPLOYEES OF THE COMPANY
In accordance with the provisions of Section 178(3) of theCompanies Act, 2013, the Nomination and RemunerationCommittee is responsible for formulating the criteria fordetermining the qualifications, positive attributes, andindependence of Directors, and for recommending to the Board apolicy governing the remuneration of Directors, Key ManagerialPersonnel's, and other employees.
The Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Companysets out the guiding principles, philosophy, and framework fordetermining and approving remuneration payable to Directors,Key Managerial Personnel, Senior Management, and otheremployees. The Policy also outlines the criteria for assessingthe qualifications, positive attributes, and independence ofDirectors, as well as the parameters for appointment of KeyManagerial Personnel and Senior Management, to ensure astructured and transparent selection process.
Pursuant to Section 134(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, theNomination and Remuneration Policy is available on theCompany's website and can be accessed at: https://www.campusactivewear.com/sites/default/files/2026-02/NRCPolicy.pdf.
20. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
In terms of the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act2013, read with Companies (Corporate Social ResponsibilityPolicy) Rules, 2014, and amendment thereof, the Board hasconstituted a Corporate Social Responsibility ("CSR'') Committeeand the composition of the CSR Committee is provided in theCorporate Governance Report, which forms an integral partof the Annual Report. The company discharges its CorporateSocial Responsibility obligations through ImplementingAgencies registered under Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)towards supporting projects as prescribed under ScheduleVII of the Companies Act, 2013, in line with the CorporateSocial Responsibility Policy of the Company and the initiativesundertaken by the company are as follows:
1. Free/Subsidized Dialysis Support Initiative: Implementedwith Sewa Bharti, a voluntary organisation that runswelfare, healthcare, and education programmes forunderserved communities, this initiative provides freeand subsidised dialysis to economically weaker patientsliving with chronic kidney disease across its dialysis anddiagnostic centres in Delhi. For many families, it has easedthe recurring financial burden of ongoing renal care andhelped ensure that lifesustaining treatment continueswithout interruption, restoring not only health but dignityand hope.
2. Rural and Tribal Education support programme: In
partnership with Bharat Lok Shiksha Parishad, anorganisation affiliated with the Gandhi Peace Prize¬winning Ekal Abhiyan, the Company supports one-teacherEkal Vidyalayas in remote villages of Himachal Pradeshand Uttarakhand, where access to formal schoolingremains limited. These community-based learning centresoperate in simple village spaces and bring basic education
to children who would otherwise be left outside theschooling system. The company contribution was utilizedfor establising 3138 schools and 63760 students benefited.
3. Women skill development and livelihood programme:
With Vishvas, the Company supports free, certifiedvocational training for underprivileged women and girlsat centres in Delhi. The programmes equip participantswith practical, job-ready capabilities and the confidenceto pursue employment or entrepreneurship, moving themtowards lasting financial independence. The Company'scontribution was deployed across three pillars, qualifiedtrainers who anchor the quality of instruction, and learningfacilities, materials and utilities i.e., skill development,Education and Employability, Infrastructure and trainersupport. Graduates have gone on to secure employment orlaunch their own enterprises across tailoring, accountingand office roles.
4. Youth Sports and Fitness Engagement: With BhagtaBharat, the Company organised a series of structuredrunning events, the "Sunday Races," across HimachalPradesh and Uttarakhand, engaging school studentsfrom institutions including SGRR Inter College, Sahaspurand Government Senior Secondary School, Mazra. Theprogramme promoted fitness, discipline and teamworkwhile bringing the wider community together aroundyouth sport. A notable feature was the active involvementof Campus employee volunteers, who helped organizeand manage the races, coordinate participants andencourage young athletes throughout, a clear expressionof the Company's culture of volunteering and communityconnection. Parents and teachers reported a visibleimprovement in the children's confidence, physical fitnessand overall personality development.
5. Student Hostel Infrastructure Project: The Company'scontribution was utilized the construction of the newhostel block at Sandipani Vidyaniketan, Porbandar havinga total capacity of 2000 rooms, an institution managed byShri Bhartiya Sanskruti Samvardhak Trust. The institutionimparts Vedic education in Sanskrit alongside Gujarati andEnglish medium learning, with a strong focus on holisticdevelopment rooted in Indian cultural values, advancingits mission of "Shiksha se Seva”. By supporting residentialinfrastructure, the Company helps enable continuity ofeducation for students from remote areas who dependon hostel facilities to stay in school, creating a durablecommunity asset that reinforces its broader commitmentto empower communities through education.
The Board of Directors have approved the CSR Policy ofthe Company as formulated and recommended by theCSR Committee, which is available on the website of theCompany at https://www.campusactivewear.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/CorporateSocialResponsibilitvPolicv.pdf.
Further, the Annual Report on CSR activities for the FinancialYear 2025-26, in the prescribed format, as required underSection 134 and 135 of the Act read with Rule 8 of theCompanies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014(as amended), is annexed as Annexure II to this Report.
21. PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS ORARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES ASPER SECTION 188 OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013
The particulars of every contract and arrangement if enteredinto by the Company with related parties referred to in Sub¬Section (1) of Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 includingcertain arm's length transactions under third proviso theretoare disclosed in Form No. AOC-2 in Annexure III and forms anintegral part of this Report.
22. CREDIT RATING
During the period under report, Crisil Ratings has revised itsoutlook on the long-term bank facilities of Campus ActivewearLimited to 'Positive' from 'Stable', while reaffirming the rating at'Crisil A '. The short-term rating has been reaffirmed at 'CrisilA1'. The Company has not issued any debt instruments or non¬convertible securities.
23. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGYABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGSAND OUTGO
In compliance with the provisions of Section 134(3)(m) of theCompanies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8(3) of the Companies(Accounts) Rules, 2014, a statement containing information onconservation of energy, technology absorption, foreign exchangeearnings and outgo of the Company, in the prescribed format isannexed as Annexure IV.
24. ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to Section 134(3)(a) read with Section 92(3) of theCompanies Act, 2013, the Annual Return of the Company inForm MGT -7 for the Financial Year 2025-26 is available onthe website of the Company and can be accessed at https://www.campusactivewear.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Annualreturn202526.pdf.
25. EMPLOYEE’S STOCK OPTION PLAN
During the period under report, the Company had in place2 (Two) Employee Benefit Plans (Pre-IPO Schemes/ESOPSchemes), namely Campus Activewear Limited EmployeeStock Option Plan 2021 (ESOP 2021) and Campus ActivewearLimited Employee Stock Option Plan 2021 - Vision Pool (VisionPool 2021).
With the objective of fostering a sense of ownership amongemployees and attracting, retaining, motivating, and rewardingkey talent, the Company has implemented Employee BenefitPlans for eligible employees and Directors (excludingIndependent Directors) of the Company and its subsidiary.These plans are designed to align the interests of employeeswith the long-term growth and success of the organization. TheCompany considers Employee Stock Options as an effectivelong-term incentive mechanism that provides employees withan opportunity to participate in the Company's value creationjourney and benefit from potential wealth creation throughownership.
The Company had applied for listing approval of 57,627 equityshares of Rs. 5 each to be issued under Campus ActivewearLimited Employee Stock Option Plan 2021 - Vision Pool 2021which were allotted on 10th June 2025 and for which BSE Limited
and National Stock Exchange of India Limited has grantedapproval on 17th June 2025.
The Company had applied for listing approval of 16,208 equityshares of Rs. 5 each to be issued under Campus ActivewearLimited ESOP Plan 2021 and Campus Activewear Limited ESOPPlan 2021- Vison Pool which were allotted on 23rd July 2025 andfor which National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSELimited has granted approval on 30th July 2025 and 31st July2025 respectively.
The Company had applied for listing approval of 58,138 equityshares of Rs. 5 each to be issued under Campus ActivewearLimited ESOP plan 2021 and Campus Activewear Limited ESOPplan 2021- Vison Pool which were allotted on 21st November2025 and for which BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange ofIndia Limited has granted approval on 4th December 2025.
The Company had applied for listing approval of 62,873 equityshares of Rs. 5 each to be issued under Campus ActivewearLimited ESOP plan 2021 and Campus Activewear Limited ESOPplan 2021- Vison Pool which were allotted on 20th January 2026and for which BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of IndiaLimited has granted approval on 29th January 2026.
As per Regulation 13 of the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefitsand Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021, the Company receivedCertificate from M/s. ATG & Co., Company Secretaries certifyingthat the ESOP Schemes of the Company are being implementedin accordance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India(Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations,2021 and in accordance with the resolution of the company inthe general meeting. The Disclosures pursuant to SEBI (ShareBased Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021,in respect of ESOP Schemes as at 31st March, 2026, is availableon the website of the Company and can be accessed at https://www.campusactivewear.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Esop%20Master%20Sheet%202025-26.pdf.
The Company has proposed few changes in the CampusActivewear Limited Employee Stock Option Plan 2021- VisionPool policy, details of which are explained in the Notice of AGM,which forms an integral part of this Annual Report. The saidchanges are subject to the approval of members in the ensuingAGM.
26. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIALORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS ORCOURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THEGOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANY’SOPERATIONS IN FUTURE
During the year under report, the Company has not received anysignificant/material orders passed by the Regulators or Courtsor Tribunals impacting the going concern status of the Companyand its operations.
27. DETAILS PURSUANT TO SECTION 197(12) OFTHE COMPANIES ACT, 2013
Details pursuant to Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration ofManagerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 forms part of this Report andare annexed herewith as ANNEXURE V.
28. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The Company is committed to maintain the highest standards ofCorporate Governance and adhere to the Corporate Governancerequirements set out by Securities and Exchange Board of India.The Report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under theSecurities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 forms an integralpart of this Annual Report. The requisite certificate from M/s. ATG& Co., Practicing Company Secretaries confirming complianceof conditions of Corporate Governance is also annexed to theCorporate Governance Report.
29. BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY ANDSUSTAINABILITY REPORT (BRSR)
Reaffirming its commitment to sustainable and responsiblebusiness practices, the Company has prepared its BusinessResponsibility and Sustainability Report ("BRSR”), whichprovides a comprehensive overview of the initiatives andmeasures undertaken across environmental, social, andgovernance (ESG) dimensions. The Company is pleased topresent its fourth (4th) BRSR for the financial year 2025-26.
The Company remains dedicated to conducting its operations inan ethical, responsible, and sustainable manner, with a strongfocus on the well-being and development of its workforce. AtCampus, we believe that a safe, inclusive, and empowering workenvironment enables employees to realize their full potentialand contribute meaningfully to the organization's growth.During the year, the Company continued to strengthen itssustainability framework and enhance its responsible businesspractices, reflecting its commitment towards all stakeholdersand society at large.
Pursuant to Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI (Listing Obligationsand Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, readwith SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026, the Company hasprepared and published its fourth (4th) Business Responsibilityand Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26. The Report has beenprepared in a fair, transparent, and comprehensive mannerand includes all mandatory essential indicators prescribedunder the applicable regulatory framework. The same forms anintegral part of this Annual Report.
30. DIRECTORS’ RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to Section 134(3)(c) and 134(5) of the Companies Act,2013, the Directors hereby state and confirm that:
a. in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicableaccounting standards had been followed along with properexplanation relating to material departures;
b. the Directors had selected such accounting policies andapplied them consistently and made judgments andestimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give atrue and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company atthe end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of theCompany for that period;
c. the Directors had taken proper and sufficient care forthe maintenance of adequate accounting records inaccordance with the provisions of the Companies Act,2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and forpreventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d. the Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a goingconcern basis;
e. the Directors had laid down internal financial controls to befollowed by the Company and that such internal financialcontrols are adequate and were operating effectively; and
f. the Directors had devised proper systems to ensurecompliance with the provisions of all applicable laws andthat such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
31. RISK MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK
Pursuant to Section 134(3)(n) of the Companies Act, 2013 andRegulations 17(9) and 21 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company hasestablished a comprehensive Risk Management Frameworkand constituted a Risk Management Committee ("RMC”) inaccordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
The Risk Management Framework is structured to systematicallyanticipate, identify, assess, measure, manage, mitigate,monitor, and report risks and uncertainties that may affectthe achievement of the Company's strategic and operationalobjectives. The Company recognizes that an effective riskmanagement system is essential for safeguarding stakeholderinterests, ensuring business continuity, and driving sustainablelong-term value creation.
The Board of Directors has duly constituted the Risk ManagementCommittee to formulate, implement, and oversee the Company'srisk management plan in line with Regulation 21 of the SEBIListing Regulations, 2015. The Committee is entrusted withthe responsibility of reviewing the adequacy and effectivenessof the risk management framework on a continuous basis.Identified risks across various business functions are addressedthrough structured mitigation strategies, supported by ongoingmonitoring and review mechanisms.
In addition, the Company maintains a robust internalcontrol environment supported by an extensive internalaudit programme conducted by Ernst & Young LLP, InternalAuditors of the Company, along with periodic reviews by theAudit Committee to ensure adherence to best practices andregulatory compliance. Mr. Sanjay Chhabra serves as the ChiefRisk Officer of the Company. (ceased to be Chief Risk Officer ofthe Company w.e.f closure of business hours of 7th July 2026)The Company has also formulated a Risk Management Policy,which is available on its website and can be accessed at: https://www.campusactivewear.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/RMCPolicy.pdf.
32. DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUALHARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL)ACT, 2013
The Company is committed to providing a safe, secure, andharassment-free workplace for all individuals working withinits premises, supported by appropriate policies, systems,and practices. It continuously strives to maintain an inclusivework environment that is free from any form of discrimination,intimidation, or harassment.
In accordance with the provisions of the Sexual Harassment ofWomen at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal)Act, 2013 ("POSH Act”), the Company has formulated andimplemented a comprehensive policy on the prevention,prohibition, and redressal of sexual harassment at the workplace.The Company has also duly constituted an Internal ComplaintsCommittee as required under the POSH Act to address andredress complaints, if any, in a fair and timely manner.
During the Financial Year 2025-26 under report, followingcomplaints pertaining to sexual harassment were received. Thedetails are as follows:
a. Number of complaints of sexual harassment receivedduring the financial year: 01*
b. Number of complaints disposed off during the financialyear: 01(Withdrawn)
c. Number of cases pending for more than ninety days: Nil
*the said complaint was withdrawn by the complainant within 6days of lodging the complaint.
33. FORMAL ANNUAL EVALUATION OFTHE PERFORMANCE OF THE BOARD, ITSCOMMITTEES AND OF INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORS
A formal evaluation of the performance of the Board, itsCommittees, the Chairman, and individual Directors wasconducted for the financial year 2025-26. The evaluationprocess, led by the Board, was carried out through structuredquestionnaires covering various parameters, including, interalia, the composition of the Board, adherence to the Company'svalues and ethics, contribution towards formulation of strategyand business plans, effectiveness of risk management oversight,adequacy and timeliness of information flow, compliance withgovernance codes and policies, functioning and structure ofBoard Committees, skills, knowledge and expertise of Directors,and the quality of participation and leadership demonstratedduring Board and Committee meetings.
The evaluation was undertaken through an internal assessmentmechanism in accordance with the criteria laid down underthe Company's Board Evaluation Policy (in accordance withthe parameters laid down by Nomination and RemunerationCommittee) and the SEBI prescribed Guidance Note on BoardEvaluation.
The evaluation outcome reflected that the Board is well-composed, knowledgeable, and operates with a high level ofeffectiveness and cohesion. The composition and functioningof the Board Committees were found to be appropriate andeffective, with each Committee discharging its responsibilitiesdiligently and in accordance with its mandate.
The Independent Directors bring diverse and extensiveexperience to the Board and their perspectives are highly valuedby the management. They exercise independent judgment inthe discharge of their duties, and their recommendations areduly considered and acted upon by the management in a timelymanner.
The Non-Independent Directors bring in-depth knowledgeand specialised expertise in their respective domains, whichsignificantly enriches Board discussions and supports well-informed decision-making. The Chairman leads the Board withclarity and effectiveness, remaining well-versed with all keymatters concerning the Company. He plays a pivotal role infacilitating orderly and efficient conduct of Board proceedingsand ensures smooth coordination across all governanceprocesses. His leadership promotes a culture of open dialogue,constructive engagement, and balanced participation among allmembers of the Board.
34. CEO AND CFO CERTIFICATE
CEO and CFO Certificate as prescribed under Schedule II of PartB of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015 is annexed to the Corporate GovernanceReport forming an integral part of this Annual Report.
35. COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIALSTANDARDS
The Company has complied with the applicable provisions ofthe Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of CompanySecretaries of India ("ICSI”), including Secretarial Standard-1on Meetings of the Board of Directors (SS-1) and SecretarialStandard-2 on General Meetings (SS-2).
The compliance with these Secretarial Standards reflectsthe Company's continued commitment to strong corporategovernance practices, transparency, and regulatory compliancein all its deliberations and shareholder interactions.
36. COMPLIANCE WITH MATERNITY BENEFITACT 1961.
The Company has ensured compliance with the applicableprovisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, and the rules madethereunder. The Company remains committed to supportingthe health, safety, and well-being of its women employees byproviding all statutory benefits and entitlements in accordancewith the said legislation.
37. NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES AS ON THECLOSURE OF FINANCIAL YEAR
The Company has following employees as on closure of thefinancial year 2026:
Male:
917
Female:
63
Transgender:
0
Total:
980
38. OTHER DISCLOSURES
A. During the financial year 2025-26, the Company has notmade any application and no such proceeding is pendingunder the Insolvency and Bankruptcy code, 2016.
B. There were no instances where the Company required thevaluation for one time settlement or while taking the loanfrom the Banks or Financial institutions.
C. The Company has not issued shares with differentialvoting rights and sweat equity shares during the yearunder report.
39. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Board of Directors would like to express their sincereappreciation for the continued cooperation and unwaveringsupport extended by its valued customers, which has enabledthe Company to consistently understand their evolving needsand strive towards delivering enhanced customer satisfaction.
The Board also expresses its heartfelt gratitude to all employeesacross levels for their dedication, commitment, teamwork, and
steadfast support in navigating various business challengesand contributing to the Company's continued progress. TheCompany further acknowledges with appreciation for thevaluable contribution of its vendors in strengthening theCompany's presence across the country. The Board alsoextends its sincere thanks to regulatory authorities, bankers,financial institutions, credit rating agencies, stock exchanges,depositories, auditors, legal advisors, consultants, and all otherstakeholders for their continued guidance, trust, and support inpromoting transparency, accountability, and robust governancepractices within the Company. The Company remains deeplygrateful for their continued association and encouragement.
For and on Behalf of the BoardFor Campus Activewear Limited
Hari Krishan Agarwal
Date: 25th May 2026 Chairman and Managing Director
Place: Gurugram DIN:00172467