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GAIL Gas Eyes IPO to Fund Expansion, Floats Tender for Consultant to Explore Stock Market Listing

City Gas Distribution arm of GAIL (India) Ltd eyes expansion and valuation boost through potential stock exchange listing
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New Delhi: GAIL Gas Limited (GGL), the wholly owned City Gas Distribution (CGD) subsidiary of GAIL (India) Limited, is actively exploring a debut on Indian stock exchanges. In a strategic move toward a potential Initial Public Offering (IPO), the company has floated a tender to hire a consultant to study the feasibility and mechanics of the listing process.

According to a tender document dated August 28, 2025, GAIL Gas is seeking expert advice to evaluate multiple aspects of a possible public listing, including valuation, market timing, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance readiness. The tender is open until September 23, 2025.

A Growing Footprint in India’s CGD Market

GAIL Gas is a key player in India’s fast-growing CGD sector and manages operations across 16 Geographical Areas (GAs) in eight states:

  • Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh

The company supplies piped natural gas (PNG) to over 2 lakh households and more than 1,600 industrial and commercial customers, and it operates a network of 500+ compressed natural gas (CNG) stations.

Additionally, GAIL Gas is expanding its reach through joint ventures in Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Goa, and Assam, indicating aggressive growth ambitions in the CGD space.

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Expansion via Acquisition

The tender also disclosed that GAIL Gas is considering the acquisition of six GAs currently under its parent GAIL. These are located in Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh. If completed, this acquisition would significantly bolster the company’s operational scale and could make it more attractive to investors ahead of a market debut.

Record Financial Performance in FY 2024–25

GAIL Gas reported its highest-ever revenue in FY 2024–25, with:

  • Revenue from operations: ₹12,231 crore
  • Profit after tax: ₹451 crore (a 40% increase over the previous year)

This financial upswing provides a strong foundation for a potential IPO and reflects the company’s operational efficiency and market potential.

Consultant’s Role in IPO Strategy

The selected consultant will play a critical role in advising GAIL Gas on key pre-IPO parameters, including:

  • Indicative valuation of the company, including the additional six GAs
  • Market and investor sentiment analysis
  • Risk assessment and compliance readiness
  • Recommendations for optimal shareholding structure and listing timeline

Why Now? Industry Tailwinds Support Listing

India’s natural gas demand is projected to grow 8% annually, reaching 297 MMSCMD by 2030, according to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB). The CGD sector is expected to be the largest contributor, making up:

  • 29% of gas demand by 2030
  • 44% by 2040

Analysts believe this trend explains GAIL Gas’s IPO exploration. The capital raised through a public listing could help the company scale its infrastructure, tap into increasing urban demand, and ride the wave of India’s energy transition goals.

About GAIL Gas Limited

GAIL Gas Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of GAIL (India) Limited, created to expand City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks across India. It supplies piped natural gas (PNG) to households and industries, and operates CNG stations in over 16 geographical areas across states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Karnataka. The company is also pursuing CGD expansion through joint ventures in additional states. With strong backing from its Maharatna parent, GAIL Gas plays a key role in India’s shift toward cleaner energy and is currently exploring a stock market listing to fund future growth.

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