Product Quantum (Rs. Cr) (SEBI) Quantum (Rs. Cr) (Other FSR) Long Term Rating Short Term Rating Regulated By
Bank Loan Ratings 0.00 108.00 ACUITE BBB- | Stable | Assigned - RBI
Total Outstanding 0.00 108.00 - - -
Total Withdrawn 0.00 0.00 - - -
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Rating Rationale

Acuité has assigned its long-term rating of ‘ACUITE BBB-’ (read as ACUITE triple B minus) on Rs. 108.00 Cr. bank facilities of Pam Infrastructure (PAM). The outlook is 'Stable'.

Rationale for rating assigned
The rating assigned takes into account extensive experience of the promoters in real estate industry, with an established presence in the Vasai-Virar region of Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The rating further derives comfort from low funding risk associated with the ongoing project, Coral Phase I, supported by timely promoter contribution, tied-up debt for project execution, and adequate debt servicing coverage over the debt tenure. Further, the presence of a Debt Service Reserve Account (DSRA) and Interest Service Reserve Account (ISRA), along with project moratorium, provides additional comfort towards debt servicing. However, the rating is constrained by moderate implementation risk associated with the project and moderate sales velocity with low collection efficiency, as reflected in the unsold inventory levels. Therefore, timely receipt of receivables, monetisation of the unsold inventory along with crystallisation of plans for Coral Phase II will remain key rating monitorable. Further, the rating considers the significant geographical concentration risk, partnership nature of the firm, and inherent cyclicality in the real estate industry.


About the Company

Established in 2008, Palghar-based Pam Infrastructure (PAM) is engaged in development of residential and commercial real estate projects, primarily in Vasai-Virar region of Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The firm is currently developing a residential-cum-commercial project, 'Project Coral (Phase I)', with total saleable area of ~2.73 lakh sq. ft., comprising 286 saleable units. The Phase I of the project includes development of floors from G to 19/20, while Phase II pertains to development of floor 21 to 36, some key approvals for which are under process. The partners of the firm are Mr. Jitendra Manubhai Shah, Mr. Swapnil J. Shah, Mr. Ajiv Yashwant Patil, Mrs. Chhaya Ajiv Patil, Mr. Ajinkya Sudhir Naik, Ms. Apeksha Pradeep Tendolkar and Ms. Joohi Hemant Mhatre.

 
Unsupported Rating
­Not Applicable
 
Analytical Approach

­Acuité has considered the standalone business and financial risk profile of Pam Infrastructure to arrive at the rating.

 
Key Rating Drivers

Strengths

Experienced promoter group
The promoter group have successfully delivered more than 40 projects in the Vasai- Virar region of MMR, comprising over 2.5 million sq. ft. of developed area, demonstrating their extensive track record in real estate development. The group caters to a diverse customer base by offering wide range of residential and commercial properties, including 1 BHK to 5 BHK apartments, duplexes, shops, office spaces, and banquet facilities. The promoters follow a collaborative development model and work with experienced consultants, contractors, and architects to ensure timely execution of projects. The business is also actively supported by the second generation of the promoter family, who assists in the day-to-day operations and management of the group.

Low funding risk for ongoing project

The funding risk for the ongoing project stands low as the firm has secured debt tie-up (amounting to Rs. 108 Cr.) and the promoters have timely infused their contributions (Rs. 54.15 Cr. infused till August 31, 2026). Further, the project is supported by advances received against the sold units. The total budgeted cost for the ongoing project is Rs. 231.66 Cr. which is to be funded through ~30 percent of promoter contribution, approx. 47 percent through external debt and remaining 23 percent from customer advances, thereby marking low dependence on customer advances to complete the project.


Weaknesses

Moderate project risk
The Coral Phase I project comprises of three wings (A, B and C) with G+19/20 floors. As of August 31, 2026, the project had incurred ~55 percent of total project cost reflecting moderate implementation risk. Further, demand risk of the project stood moderate marked by sales traction of ~46 percent of total saleable area sold till August 31, 2026. However, collections stood relatively lower at Rs. 26.13 Cr., reflecting a collection efficiency of 20.68 percent. Therefore, timely completion of the project along with timely receipt of the receivables and materialisation of balance inventory remains a key rating sensitivity.
Additionally, the firm has proposed development of Coral Phase II, which will be an extension of Phase I, comprising floors 21 to 36. The firm has already obtained certain key approvals, including fire NOC and environmental clearance, while the remaining approvals are currently under process with the respective authorities. Hence, crystallisation of phase II, timely receipt of requisite approvals, its funding structure, and resultant impact on the firm’s overall business and credit risk profile shall remain key rating monitorable.

Geographical concentration risk
PAM’s business profile remains vulnerable to geographical concentration, with its ongoing project located in Vasai-Virar region of Mumbai, Maharashtra. Until the firm diversifies into other regions, this concentration exposes it to localized demand fluctuations and competitive pressures from established developers in the area. Furthermore, the firm continues to remain exposed to intense competition from the established real estate developers in Palghar region.

Susceptibility to cyclicality inherent in the Indian real estate industry
The real estate segment in India is cyclical and affected by volatile prices and opaque transactions. Further, the real estate industry in India is highly fragmented, with most developers having a city-specific or region-specific presence. The risks associated with the industry are cyclical in nature and directly linked to fluctuations in property prices and interest rates, which could affect the sales velocity and the operations of the project. Moreover, the industry is also exposed to certain regulatory policies and regulations which directly impacts the demand and operating growth of real estate players. Hence, business risk profile of the firm will remain susceptible to risks arising from any industry slowdown.

Assessment of Adequacy of Credit Enhancement under various scenarios including stress scenarios (applicable for ratings factoring specified support considerations with or without the “CE” suffix)

­­PAM maintains a debt service reserve account (DSRA) equivalent to one month of interest and principal obligations along with escrow mechanism.

Stress case Scenario
Acuité believes that, given the presence of DSRA, and escrow mechanism, PAM will be able to service its debt on time, even in a stress scenario.

 

Rating Sensitivities

Potential triggers (individual or collective) for an upward rating action:
  • ­Higher-than-expected sales of inventory along with timely receipt of customer advances ranging above 60 percent of sales
Potential triggers (individual or collective) for a downward rating action:
  • ­Delay in completion of the ongoing real estate project resulting in cost overruns
  • Increase in debt levels thereby reducing DSCR below 1.5 times
Liquidity Position
Adequate

Liquidity is marked adequate supported by timely promoter infusions, bank loan disbursements and steady customer collections. Further, there exists a 39-month principal repayment moratorium, with repayment beginning in December 2028. The firm is projected to generate cash flows of ~Rs. 235.87 Cr. between September 2026 and March 2030, compared with debt obligations of Rs. 131.67 Cr. during the same period, resulting in a healthy projected DSCR of 1.77 times over the debt tenure. Also, the firm needs to maintain debt service reserve account (DSRA) amounting to one month interest plus principal (Rs. 5.22 Cr. outstanding as on August 31, 2026), thereby providing additional comfort in terms of debt servicing capacity and supports the firm’s overall financial flexibility. Additionally, the firm had cash and bank balances of Rs. 2.06 Cr. as on March 31, 2026, along with undisbursed sanctioned debt of Rs. 58.97 Cr. as of August 31, 2026.

 
Outlook: Stable
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Other Factors affecting Rating
­None
 

Particulars Unit FY 26 (Actual) FY 25 (Actual)
Operating Income Rs. Cr. 1.31 0.78
PAT Rs. Cr. 0.05 0.09
PAT Margin (%) 3.81 11.89
Total Debt/Tangible Net Worth Times 16.65 5.36
PBDIT/Interest Times 1.03 1.07
Status of non-cooperation with previous CRA (if applicable)
None 
 
Any other information
­None
 
Applicable Criteria
• Default Recognition :- https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-52.htm
• Application Of Financial Ratios And Adjustments: https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-53.htm
• Real Estate Entities: https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-63.htm
Note on complexity levels of the rated instrument


Rating History :
­Not Applicable
 

Lender’s Name ISIN Facilities Listing Status Regulated By Date Of Issuance Coupon Rate Maturity Date Quantum
(Rs. Cr.)
Complexity Level Rating
State Bank of India Not avl. / Not appl. Term Loan Unlisted RBI 12 Aug 2025 Not avl. / Not appl. 30 Sep 2029 108.00 Simple ACUITE BBB- | Stable | Assigned
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