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Tempsens Instruments IPO Opens for Subscription Today: Price Band, Lot Size and What Investors Should Know

Udaipur-based thermal engineering and specialized instrumentation solutions provider Tempsens Instruments (India) Limited opens its ₹650 crore initial public offering today, Thursday, August 20, 2026. Here is the verified breakdown of the price band, minimum lot size, fresh issue versus OFS components, anchor book allotment, financial track record, and key risk factors from the official Red Herring Prospectus.

By Digital Arthalaya News Desk Published: Updated: 20 Aug 2026, 01:00 PM IST 9 min read (2,050+ words)
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Opening Day Summary (20 August 2026)

The Tempsens Instruments IPO opens for public subscription today, Thursday, August 20, 2026, with electronic bidding scheduled to commence at 10:00 AM IST on the BSE and NSE platforms, and will remain open until Monday, August 24, 2026. The price band is set at ₹285 to ₹300 per equity share (face value ₹4). The total issue size is ₹650.00 crore, comprising a fresh issue of ₹95.00 crore (3.17 million shares) and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of ₹555.00 crore (18.50 million shares) by promoter and individual selling shareholders. Ahead of public bidding, the company raised ₹194.54 crore from 29 anchor investors at ₹300 per share.

Bidding schedule: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM IST on official market days.

1. Tempsens Instruments IPO: Key Issue Details

The October 2025 SEBI filing represents the company's initial DRHP submission. The August 2026 public issue parameters below are verified from the official offer documents and stock exchange circulars:

Parameter Official Detail / Value
Issuer Entity Tempsens Instruments (India) Limited
Issue Opening Date Thursday, August 20, 2026
Issue Closing Date Monday, August 24, 2026
Price Band ₹285 to ₹300 per equity share
Face Value ₹4 per equity share
Minimum Bid / Lot Size 50 Equity Shares (and multiples thereof)
Minimum Retail Investment ₹15,000 (at the upper price band of ₹300)
Total Issue Size ₹650.00 crore (21,666,666 equity shares at upper band)
Fresh Issue Size ₹95.00 crore (3,166,666 equity shares)
Offer for Sale (OFS) ₹555.00 crore (18,500,000 equity shares by 5 selling shareholders)
Anchor Investor Portion ₹194.54 crore (6,484,999 shares allocated on 19 August 2026)
Net QIB Reservation Not more than 50% of the Net Issue
NII / NIB Reservation Not less than 15% of the Net Issue (1/3rd sNII + 2/3rd bNII)
Retail Reservation (RII) Not less than 35% of the Net Issue
Proposed Listing Exchanges National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) & BSE Limited
Registrar to the Issue KFin Technologies Limited
Book Running Lead Managers (BRLMs) ICICI Securities Limited, JM Financial Limited

2. Tempsens Instruments IPO Subscription Status Today

With the public issue opening for bidding today at 10:00 AM IST, electronic order book updates across the BSE and NSE will be recorded in periodic tranches throughout the trading session. Consolidated numbers for Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIB), Non-Institutional Investors (NII), and Retail Individual Investors (RII) will reflect cumulative demand as bids are submitted.

Subscription Update Notice: Opening-day subscription data will be updated when sufficient official exchange bidding data is available from the BSE and NSE consolidated electronic books. Investors can track progress or review how the IPO bidding mechanism works in our comprehensive educational guide.

3. Price Band, Lot Size, and Minimum Investment Sizing

The price band for the Tempsens Instruments IPO is set between ₹285 and ₹300 per share. Retail investors must apply for a minimum of 1 lot (50 shares), requiring a minimum application amount of ₹15,000 at the upper ceiling of ₹300 per share.

Under current SEBI IPO allocation rules, retail individual investors can bid for a maximum of 13 lots (650 shares) amounting to ₹1,95,000, keeping total retail application value within the statutory ₹2,00,000 limit. Applications above ₹2,00,000 are categorized under Non-Institutional Investors (NII).

Application Category Lots Total Shares Minimum Amount (at ₹300/sh)
Retail Minimum (1 Lot) 1 50 ₹15,000
Retail Maximum (13 Lots) 13 650 ₹1,95,000
Small NII Minimum (sNII: 14 Lots) 14 700 ₹2,10,000
Small NII Maximum (sNII: 66 Lots) 66 3,300 ₹9,90,000
Big NII Minimum (bNII: 67 Lots) 67 3,350 ₹10,05,000

4. Fresh Issue and Offer for Sale (OFS) Structure

The total offer of ₹650.00 crore is divided into two distinct components: a fresh capital raise for the company and a secondary divestment by existing shareholders.

  • Fresh Issue (₹95.00 crore): Up to 3,166,666 fresh equity shares issued by Tempsens Instruments (India) Limited. Proceeds from this component flow directly to the company (net of issue expenses) for capex, debt repayment, and operational expansion.
  • Offer for Sale (₹555.00 crore): Up to 18,500,000 equity shares offered by five selling shareholders. Proceeds from the OFS tranche go entirely to the selling shareholders in proportion to shares sold; the company receives no capital from this portion.

Selling Shareholders Breakdown in the OFS

Selling Shareholder Category Shares Offered in OFS Value at Upper Band (₹300)
Amit Talesara Promoter Group 4,815,543 ₹144.47 crore
Nirmal Kumar Pande Other Shareholder 4,814,537 ₹144.44 crore
Chandra Prakash Talesara Promoter Group 3,787,720 ₹113.63 crore
Ankit Talesara Other Shareholder 3,787,720 ₹113.63 crore
Puneet Talesara Promoter Group 1,294,480 ₹38.83 crore

5. What Does Tempsens Instruments (India) Limited Do?

Headquartered in Udaipur, Rajasthan, Tempsens Instruments (India) Limited specializes in precision thermal engineering, temperature sensing technologies, industrial electrical heating equipment, and high-performance specialized instrumentation cables.

The company designs and manufactures engineered-to-order sensing systems that operate in high-temperature, hazardous, and extreme industrial environments. Its product lines are segmented across four major pillars:

  • Temperature Sensing Solutions: Contact and non-contact temperature measurement products, including thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors (RTDs), non-contact pyrometers, thermal imaging cameras, thermowells, and calibration systems.
  • Electrical Heating Solutions: Industrial electric heating elements, immersion heaters, tubular heating systems, laboratory and industrial furnaces, and heat treatment solutions tailored for metallurgy.
  • Specialized Cables: High-temperature instrumentation cables, thermocouple compensating and extension cables, mineral-insulated (MI) cables, and signal transmission wiring.
  • Calibration & Technical Services: ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration laboratories providing testing, thermal profiling, and field maintenance services.

Tempsens operates manufacturing and testing infrastructure in Udaipur, Rajasthan, along with international subsidiary operations in Germany (Tempsens Instruments GmbH) and distribution channels reaching more than 70 countries across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. The company serves clients across power generation, steel manufacturing, cement, glass, oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor electronics.

6. Objects of the Fresh Issue: Use of Net Proceeds

According to the official RHP filed with SEBI, Tempsens Instruments intends to deploy the net proceeds of the fresh issue (after deducting issue-related expenses) toward the following strategic objectives:

  1. Capital Expenditure for Manufacturing Expansion (₹18.13 crore): Setting up and equipping new manufacturing facilities, procuring machinery, and undertaking civil works to expand capacity for electrical heating and specialized cable solutions.
  2. Repayment or Prepayment of Borrowings (₹55.00 crore): Pre-payment or scheduled repayment of outstanding borrowings availed by the company from banks and financial institutions to lower interest obligations.
  3. General Corporate Purposes: Supporting ongoing operational requirements, strategic corporate initiatives, and working-capital buffer in accordance with statutory guidelines.

7. Financial Snapshot: FY24 to FY26 Performance

Tempsens Instruments reported consistent revenue expansion and operating profitability across the last three fiscal years, as presented in its restated consolidated financial statements:

Financial Metric (₹ in Crore) FY24 (Restated) FY25 (Restated) FY26 (Restated)
Revenue from Operations ₹274.81 ₹378.53 ₹444.88
EBITDA ₹54.60 ₹90.40 ₹99.80
EBITDA Margin (%) 19.87% 23.88% 22.43%
Profit After Tax (PAT) ₹40.92 ₹62.56 ₹71.07
PAT Margin (%) 14.89% 16.53% 15.98%
Net Worth ₹358.40 ₹418.50 ₹496.89
Total Borrowings ₹30.13 ₹71.83 ₹77.95
Return on Net Worth (RoNW) 11.42% 14.95% 13.55%

Key Financial Takeaways

  • Revenue Growth: Revenue from operations grew from ₹274.81 crore in FY24 to ₹444.88 crore in FY26, representing a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 27.23%.
  • Profitability: Net profit (PAT) rose from ₹40.92 crore in FY24 to ₹71.07 crore in FY26, delivering a 3-year CAGR of 31.78%.
  • Operating Margins: Operating EBITDA margin stood at 22.43% in FY26 compared to 19.87% in FY24.

8. Key Material Risks Disclosed in the RHP

Prospective investors should review the material operational and market risks disclosed by Tempsens Instruments in its offer documents:

  1. Working Capital Intensity: The company's net working capital cycle lengthened from 152 days in FY24 to 193 days in FY25 and 210 days in FY26, driven by higher inventories and trade receivables.
  2. Manufacturing Concentration in Udaipur: Primary manufacturing units and testing laboratories are concentrated in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Localized operational disruptions, facility shutdowns, or regional regulatory changes could impact production schedules.
  3. Raw Material Price & Supply Volatility: The business relies on specialty and noble metals (such as platinum, rhodium, nickel alloys, and copper). Rapid price increases or supply disruptions could impact gross margins.
  4. Exposure to Cyclical Heavy Industries: Significant revenue depends on capital expenditure and operational cycles in steel, cement, power generation, and glass industries.
  5. Foreign Exchange Rate Fluctuations: With export revenues across 70+ countries and raw material imports denominated in USD and EUR, unhedged exchange rate fluctuations can impact profitability.
  6. Outstanding Legal and Tax Litigations: The company, its promoters, and subsidiaries are involved in ongoing civil, direct tax, and indirect tax proceedings pending before various regulatory and appellate forums.

9. Grey Market Premium (GMP) Overview (Secondary Indicator)

In unofficial market tracking across third-party dealing desks, the unlisted Grey Market Premium (GMP) for Tempsens Instruments IPO is currently quoted in the range of ₹180 to ₹220 per share as of the morning of August 20, 2026.

Editorial GMP Risk Note & Methodology: Grey market premiums are completely unofficial, unregulated, and speculative price estimates traded on informal non-exchange platforms. GMP figures do not reflect official data from NSE, BSE, or SEBI, and should never be treated as a guaranteed listing price or investment recommendation. For a detailed guide on how grey market mechanisms operate, read our guide on what is GMP in IPOs and our GMP editorial methodology.

10. Tempsens Instruments IPO: Official Timetable

The table below details the tentative schedule for bidding, basis of allotment, fund unblocking, and stock exchange listing:

Event Milestone Official Scheduled Date
Anchor Investor Bidding Date Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Issue Opening Date Thursday, August 20, 2026
Issue Closing Date Monday, August 24, 2026
Finalization of Basis of Allotment Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Initiation of Refunds / UPI Mandate Unblocking Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Credit of Shares to Demat Accounts Thursday, August 27, 2026
Tentative Listing Date on NSE & BSE Friday, August 28, 2026

11. What Investors Should Track Next

Following the conclusion of bidding on August 24, 2026, the registrar KFin Technologies Limited will finalize the share allotment on August 25, 2026. Applicants can verify their allotment status online using PAN or application number via our step-by-step educational guides:

12. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When does the Tempsens Instruments IPO open for subscription?

The Tempsens Instruments IPO opens for subscription today, Thursday, August 20, 2026, with bidding scheduled from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM IST on market days.

When does the Tempsens Instruments IPO close?

The issue closes for public bidding on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM IST for UPI mandate confirmations.

What is the price band of Tempsens Instruments IPO?

The price band has been fixed at ₹285 to ₹300 per equity share with a face value of ₹4 per share.

What is the minimum lot size and application amount?

The minimum lot size is 50 equity shares, requiring a minimum retail application investment of ₹15,000 at the upper price band of ₹300.

What is the total issue size and structure?

The total issue size is ₹650.00 crore, consisting of a Fresh Issue of ₹95.00 crore (3.17 million shares) and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of ₹555.00 crore (18.50 million shares) by five selling shareholders.

Where will the company's equity shares be listed?

The equity shares are proposed to be listed on both major Indian stock exchanges: BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE).

Who is the registrar to the Tempsens Instruments IPO?

KFin Technologies Limited is the appointed registrar responsible for processing applications and managing the allotment basis.

Who are the Book Running Lead Managers?

ICICI Securities Limited and JM Financial Limited are the Book Running Lead Managers (BRLMs) managing the public offering.

Is Grey Market Premium (GMP) an official price indicator?

No. Grey Market Premium (GMP) is an unregulated and unofficial metric based on informal trading sentiments. It is not recognized or monitored by SEBI, BSE, or NSE.

13. Primary Source Notes & Official Document Citations

All data points, issue allocations, financial figures, and operational metrics in this report have been verified against primary regulatory documents, including:

Statutory Editorial & Regulatory Disclaimer

This article has been prepared by the Digital Arthalaya News Desk solely for informational and educational purposes based on publicly filed offer documents and stock exchange notices. It does not constitute financial, legal, tax, or investment advice, nor does it represent an endorsement, solicitation, or recommendation to buy, sell, or subscribe to any security. Digital Arthalaya does not publish "Apply" or "Avoid" recommendations. Initial public offerings involve significant investment risks, including potential loss of principal capital. Investors must review the complete Red Herring Prospectus filed with SEBI and consult an independent SEBI-registered investment advisor before taking any investment decisions.