Info Edge (India) Limited, operating under the brand Naukri.com, is India’s leading online classifieds company with dominant positions in recruitment, real estate (99acres), matrimony (Jeevansathi), and education (Shiksha). Despite its market leadership, the company has seen muted profitability in recent quarters due to heavy investments in new ventures and startup losses. This article provides a fact-based outlook on its share price target for each year from 2026 through 2030, based on verified financials and sector dynamics.
Risk: Startup losses continue to weigh on consolidated profits
Naukri Share Price Target 2027
Year
Share Price Target 1
Share Price Target 2
2027
₹1,350
₹1,600
Expected improvement in EBITDA from 99acres and Shiksha
Potential monetization of remaining Zomato or PB Fintech shares could boost cash
Dividend consistency (0.5% yield, ~30% payout) adds minor support
Naukri Share Price Target 2028
Year
Share Price Target 1
Share Price Target 2
2028
₹1,500
₹1,850
By 2028, the cumulative effect of portfolio rationalization should be reflected in earnings
Valuation may re-rate if ROCE improves above 7%
Execution risk: Classifieds face competition from LinkedIn, OLX, and social platforms
Naukri Share Price Target 2029
Year
Share Price Target 1
Share Price Target 2
2029
₹1,650
₹2,100
Long-term tailwinds from India’s digital job market and real estate formalization
Investment income may stabilize, reducing earnings volatility
Low promoter stake (37.6%) limits strategic control
Naukri Share Price Target 2030
Year
Share Price Target 1
Share Price Target 2
2030
₹1,800
₹2,400
If Info Edge exits non-core bets and focuses on cash-generating classifieds, ₹2,200+ is achievable
However, the current ROE of just 2.9% caps premium valuation
Targets beyond ₹2,500 require a breakthrough in new verticals—not currently visible
Naukri: Shareholding Pattern
Category
Holding (%)
Promoters
37.59%
Foreign Institutions (FII)
29.66%
Domestic Institutions (DII)
22.49%
Public (Retail)
10.26%
Others
0%
Promoter holding is stable with no pledging reported, indicating long-term commitment.
Naukri: Strengths vs Risks
Strengths
Market leader in Indian online recruitment
Virtually debt-free with a strong balance sheet
Recurring revenue model from enterprise clients
High cash reserves from past Zomato gains
Risks
Very low ROE (2.9%) and ROCE (5.2%)—among the weakest in IT/consumer internet
Startup losses distort core profitability
Low dividend yield (0.51%) offers a minimal income cushion
Dependence on classifieds in a competitive, ad-tech-driven market
Investment Suitability
Factor
Assessment
Risk Profile
Moderate to High
Time Horizon
Long-term (5+ years)
Volatility
Moderate
Dividend/Income
Very low (0.51% yield)
Ideal Investor
Patient investor betting on India’s digital classifieds ecosystem with tolerance for low near-term returns
FAQs
A realistic range is ₹1,220 to ₹1,400, based on current fundamentals and sector outlook.
Credible estimates suggest ₹1,800 to ₹2,400 by 2030, assuming margin recovery and reduced investment losses.
Reliable forecasts beyond 2030 are not possible. Such long-term projections are speculative and not based on verifiable data.
Founders Sanjeev Bikhchandani and Hitesh Oberoi control the company through promoters holding 37.59% of shares.
Yes. It has a consistent dividend history with a current yield of 0.51% and a payout ratio of ~30%.
The stock corrected due to declining profits (–7.16%), low ROE, and concerns over ongoing losses from startup investments.
Yes. It carries only ₹1.27 crore in debt, making it effectively debt-free.
Final Verdict
Naukri (Info Edge) remains a market leader in India’s digital classifieds space with strong brand recall and a clean balance sheet. However, its persistently low returns (ROE < 3%) and drag from startup investments limit near-term upside. Our 2026–2030 price targets (₹1,220–₹2,400) reflect cautious optimism—rewarding scale but capping upside due to capital inefficiency. Best suited for investors with a 5-year horizon who believe in India’s digital employment and real estate formalization story.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. It is not investment advice. Please consult a SEBI-registered advisor before making any investment decision.
Hi, I’m Raj Mittal, a stock market content writer focused on company analysis, share price trends, and fundamental research. I create simple, research-based insights to help investors make smarter market decisions.
