Info Edge (India) Limited has announced a fresh investment of Rs. 10 Crores into its wholly-owned subsidiary, Smartweb Internet Services Limited, on April 17, 2026. This capital injection was approved by the Committee of Executive Directors to bolster the subsidiary’s financial standing and meet its ongoing funding requirements. The investment will be executed through the acquisition of 1,000,000 Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs) at a face value of Rs. 100 each.

The transaction is categorized as a related party transaction since Info Edge already holds a 100% stake in Smartweb, both directly and through its other subsidiary, Startup Investments (Holding) Limited. Despite this relationship, the company confirmed that the investment is being conducted on an “arm’s length” basis. The acquisition process is expected to be completed within 30 days from the date of approval. Smartweb, incorporated in September 2015, has shown a fluctuating turnover over the last three fiscal years, reporting Rs. 41.39 Crores for 2024-25, Rs. 34.88 Crores for 2023-24, and Rs. 44.29 Crores for 2022-23.

Info Edge (India) Limited is a pioneer in the Indian online classifieds industry, managing a diverse portfolio that includes Naukri.com (recruitment), 99acres.com (real estate), Jeevansathi.com (matrimony), and Shiksha.com (education). Beyond its core operations, the company acts as a prominent strategic investor in the Indian startup ecosystem. In recent 2025-2026 updates, the company has actively managed its portfolio, including a significant commitment of up to Rs. 250 Crores to the A88 Fund I, a Category II Alternative Investment Fund where Smartweb serves as the investment manager. Additionally, the company recently optimized its holdings by transferring its stake in ShopKirana to Trustroot Internet Private Limited (TIPL) for approximately $32.97 million in early 2026.

For the quarter ended December 31, 2025 (Q3 FY26), Info Edge reported a robust performance with standalone revenue from operations reaching Rs. 765 Crores, marking a 13.9% year-on-year (YoY) growth. The recruitment segment, Naukri, remained the primary driver, contributing Rs. 548 Crores to the total billings. While operating profits grew by 12.9% YoY to Rs. 297 Crores, the company recorded a consolidated total comprehensive loss of Rs. 3,954.6 Crores due to non-cash, mark-to-market adjustments on financial investments. The company continues to attract significant institutional interest, with major investors including UTI AMC and Jarislawsky Fraser engaging in strategic meetings as recently as March 2026.