Kajaria Ceramics Completes 100% Ownership of Kajaria Surfaces
Kajaria Ceramics Limited has finalized its acquisition of the remaining 10% equity stake in Kajaria Surfaces Private Limited for ₹1.16 crore. This transaction elevates Kajaria Ceramics' ownership to 100%, making its subsidiary fully owned. Kajaria Surfaces recorded a turnover of ₹109.97 crore and a profit after tax of ₹1.09 crore for the financial year ending March 31, 2025.
Strategic Impact
Gaining complete ownership provides Kajaria Ceramics with direct control over Kajaria Surfaces' strategic direction and operations. This consolidation aims to streamline decision-making, enhance operational efficiencies, and ensure the subsidiary's objectives are fully aligned with the parent company's broader growth strategy. It also simplifies the group's structure.
Company Background
Kajaria Ceramics is India's largest tile manufacturer. The company has expanded its product range to include sanitaryware, faucets, and adhesives. Kajaria Surfaces Private Limited, incorporated in December 2023, has an annual capacity of 6 million square meters of glazed vitrified tiles. This acquisition marks a step toward full ownership of key operational units.
Potential Risks
While this consolidation move itself carries minimal direct financial risk, investors may note past governance issues. In December 2025, Kajaria Ceramics reported a vendor-related fraud totaling approximately ₹20 crore at its bathware subsidiary chain. The company stated actions were taken, including termination of an executive and filing a police complaint.
Competitive Landscape
Kajaria Ceramics competes in the Indian tile and sanitaryware market with companies like Somany Ceramics, Cera Sanitaryware, and Orient Bell.
Looking Ahead
Investors will be watching the successful integration of Kajaria Surfaces and any reported improvements in operational efficiencies or strategic benefits. Future financial performance of Kajaria Surfaces and any further consolidation moves by Kajaria Ceramics will also be key.