Policy · Enterprise Software & IT

Info Edge leaks draft financial results via email error

By Startup Enthusiast · 30 January 2026

What they do

Info Edge runs Naukri, Jeevansathi, and other consumer platforms

A designated person inadvertently emailed unaudited draft Q3 FY26 results to an outsider instead of the statutory auditors

The company warned investors not to rely on the leaked data

Info Edge filed a clarification with stock exchanges regarding a data breach.
A designated person inadvertently emailed unaudited draft Q3 FY26 results to an outsider.
The email was sent on 28 Jan 2026 at 5:41 PM.
The attached data file was password-protected, but the password was not included.
Info Edge initiated steps for necessary action following the incident.
The company warned the public and investors not to rely on the purported info.
Financials were yet to be reviewed or finalised by statutory auditors.
This mirrors similar incidents at Hatsun Agro Products and ICICI Lombard.

The leak highlights risks in handling sensitive pre-release financial data.
Similar errors occurred when executives shared drafts on WhatsApp statuses.
Companies must ensure strict protocols for statutory auditor communications.

Info Edge operates major consumer platforms like Naukri and Jeevansathi.
It also runs 99acres for proptech and Shiksha for education.
The company invests in companies like Eternal and PB Fintech.
Other investees include Ustra, Adda247, and Zingbus.
Q2 FY26 consolidated net profit rose 3X to INR 347.5 Cr.
Operating revenue in Q2 FY26 reached INR 805.5 Cr.
Revenue grew 15% year-on-year in the previous quarter.
Sanjeev Bikhchandani founded the company in 1995.
The business model relies on classifieds and investment portfolios.