What Pragathi Controls does

Pragathi Controls is a privately held Bangalore-based manufacturer of low tension (LT) and high tension (HT) electrical switchboards, operating continuously since 1980. The company's core product portfolio spans 11kV and 33kV HT panels, LV panels rated up to 5000A with 100kA short-circuit withstand, Motor Control Centers (MCC), Power Control Centers (PCC), Relay and Control Panels, PLC Panels, Bus Ducts up to 6000A, and a range of specialized panels including DG synchronizing panels, AMF panels, APFCR panels, fire pump and fire mode panels, and EV charging panel blocks. The company is CPRI certified for IEC 61439 and ISO 9001-2015 certified, and operates as a licensed partner for ABB Limited's ArTuk enclosures, allowing it to manufacture and supply ABB-branded switchboard solutions. Production is conducted at a 50,000+ sq. ft. facility in Harohalli (Ramanagara District) with CNC and hydraulic machines, in-house powder coating, assembly, and electrical testing infrastructure including high voltage testing up to 33kV.

The company's revenue model is exclusively project-based B2B hardware sales, with custom quotes generated per project specification. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales targeting IT infrastructure developers, commercial real estate, industrial facilities, and healthcare projects across India. Named customers include Infosys Limited, L&T Constructions, Prestige Developers, Embassy Developers, Goldman Sachs (via Gmmco), Columbia Asia Hospital, and VR Mall (via Bluestar), with project values in 2017 ranging from Rs. 135 Lakhs to Rs. 655 Lakhs per engagement. The company distributes through direct project engagement, site visits, and project bidding, with sales concentrated in Karnataka and extending to Rajasthan, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu. Distribution is entirely domestic (India), with no international footprint claim.

The company operates with 250+ dedicated employees and maintains active hiring across design, engineering, production, quality, marketing, and administration functions. The ownership structure is not publicly disclosed, and there is no evidence of external investors, venture capital, or private equity participation. The competitive positioning rests on regulatory certifications, the ABB licensing partnership, four decades of operational track record, and demonstrated execution on marquee enterprise projects in the Indian market.

Name

Pragathi Controls

Legal name

Pragathi Controls

Website

https://www.pragathicontrols.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Pragathi Controls specializes in the manufacturing of LT and HT switchboards.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Switchgear and Power Distribution Equipment

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314)

SIC

Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Control Panels & Enclosures (Panel Building, MCCs, Integration) (IMAGABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Low-Voltage Switchboards & Panelboards (LV distribution panels, MCCs, switchboards) (IMAGAEAA), Industrial Control Cabinets & Power Distribution (Panels, Switchgear for Automation) (IMAHAHAK)

Keywords

• LT switchboard manufacturing
• HT switchboard manufacturing
• Power distribution panels
• Motor control centers
• Bus duct systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Bangalore

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Switchboard Manufacturing: Manufacturing and supply of LT & HT switchboards, MCC, PCC, control panels, PLC panels, busducts, and related electrical equipment. Revenue is generated through project-based orders for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Pragathi Controls manufactures and supplies LT (Low Tension) and HT (High Tension) electrical switchboards, including 11kV and 33kV HT panels, LV panels, Motor Control Centers (MCC), Power Control Centers (PCC), Relay & Control Panels, PLC Panels, DG Synchronizing Panels, Bus Ducts up to 6000A, and ABB ArTuk-branded enclosures as a licensed ABB system integrator. Products are CPRI certified for IEC 61439, with ratings up to 5000A and 100kA short-circuit withstand capacity, and are designed, fabricated, powder-coated, assembled, and tested in-house at the Harohalli facility.

Product overview

Pragathi Controls is a manufacturer of LT (Low Tension) and HT (High Tension) electrical switchboards, operating since 1980. Its product portfolio centers on a comprehensive range of switchgear and power distribution solutions: the core offerings include LT and HT switchboard panels (33kV and 11kV), Motor Control Centers (MCC), Power Control Centers (PCC), Relay & Control Panels, PLC Control Panels, and Bus Ducts up to 6000A. The portfolio extends to specialized panels including DG Synchronizing Panels (HT/LT with PLC/Auto), AMF Panels, EB/DG Changeover Panels, APFCR Panels, Fire Pump Panels, Fire Emergency/Mode Panels, Sub-Station Panels (Indoor/Outdoor LV/MV), Lift Panels, AC Distribution Boards, Floor DBs, Drive Control Panels, and EV charging panel blocks. As a licensed partner and authorized system integrator for ABB's ArTuk enclosures, the company also produces ABB-branded switchboard solutions. Products are CPRI certified for IEC 61439, with LV/MV switchboard ratings up to 5000A and 100kA short-circuit withstand capacity. The portfolio is unified under a single manufacturing umbrella covering design, fabrication, powder coating, and assembly under one roof.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Main LT Panel Main low tension panel serving as the primary distribution point for incoming LV power, feeding downstream distribution panels and branch circuits.
• 33 KV HT Panel High voltage switchboard panel rated for 33kV applications, CPRI certified for IEC 61439, designed for industrial HV power distribution.
• 11 KV HT Panel High voltage switchboard panel rated for 11kV applications, CPRI certified for IEC 61439, used for industrial power distribution at medium voltage levels.
• DG Synchronising HT / LT Panel (with PLC / Auto) Diesel generator synchronizing panel in HT and LT variants with PLC or automatic synchronization for paralleling generators or grid supply.
• LV Panels Low voltage switchboard panels rated up to 600V, 3-phase, 4-wire, CPRI certified up to 5000A with 100kA short-circuit withstand for 1 second.
• Motor Control Center (MCC) Panel-based motor control system consolidating motor starters, overload relays, and control circuitry within a unified enclosure for industrial facilities.
• Power Control Center (PCC) Power distribution and control panel managing multiple incoming power feeds and downstream distribution circuits in industrial facilities.
• Relay & Control Panel Panel housing protective relays and control instrumentation for fault detection and system control of electrical infrastructure.
• PLC Control Panel Programmable Logic Controller-based control panel for automating industrial processes and power management sequences, integrated into switchboard solutions.
• AMF Panel (Automatic Mains Failure) Automatic mains failure panel that transfers load to standby generator supply on mains failure and restores to mains upon restoration.
• EB / DG Changeover Panel Manual or automatic changeover panel for switching between electricity board (EB) mains supply and DG backup power.
• Bus Duct Up to 6000A (Conventional Type) Bus duct system rated up to 6000A for distributing power between switchgear and load centers in conventional type configuration.
• APFCR Panel Automatic Power Factor Correction Relay panel for maintaining optimal power factor and reducing reactive power penalties.
• Fire Pump Panel Control panel for fire pump motor starting and operation, designed to meet fire safety and emergency power requirements.
• Sub Station - Indoor / Outdoor Panel (LV / MV) Indoor and outdoor substation panel solutions for LV and MV applications, integrating switchgear and protection equipment for complete substation functionality.
• Lift Panel Control panel managing elevator/lift motor drives, including power supply, drive control, and safety interlock management.
• ABB ArTuk Panel ABB ArTuk branded switchboard enclosure solutions manufactured by Pragathi Controls as a licensed system integrator, meeting ABB's quality and design specifications.
• CAR Charging Panel Block Electric vehicle charging panel block for managing and distributing power to EV charging stations within building electrical infrastructure.
• Fire Emergency Panel Fire emergency control panel for managing emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, and fire safety equipment power supply during emergencies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Short circuit withstand capacity of 100kA for 1 second
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ABB Limited (ArTuk Enclosures)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerLicensed partner for 'ArTuk' enclosures with M/s. ABB Limited. This partnership allows Pragathi Controls to manufacture and supply ArTuk branded enclosures as an authorized system integrator for ABB switchboard solutions.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• L&T Electrical & Automation (Schneider Electric): L&T's Electrical & Automation business, now partnered with Schneider Electric, manufactures LV/MV switchboards, motor control centers, and power distribution panels for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure customers across India. It is the most direct large-scale incumbent competing for the same LT/HT switchboard and panel-building projects that Pragathi serves.
• ABB India: ABB India is a leading manufacturer of MV/LV switchgear, enclosures (including ArTuk), and integrated power distribution solutions for industrial and utility customers. As the licensor of ArTuk enclosures to Pragathi and a direct competitor in the same switchboard category, it is a core peer.
• Schneider Electric India: Schneider Electric India offers a comprehensive portfolio of LV/MV switchgear, motor control, and power distribution panels targeting commercial buildings, data centers, and industrial plants. It competes head-to-head with Pragathi for large LT/HT switchboard packages in India's commercial and IT segments.
• Siemens India: Siemens India manufactures MV/LV switchboards, motor control centers, and integrated power distribution panels for industrial, infrastructure, and commercial customers. It is a relevant peer as it competes for large LT/HT switchboard and substation panel packages, particularly in IT park and commercial real estate projects.
• Eaton India: Eaton India provides LV and MV switchgear, motor control, and power distribution solutions for industrial, commercial, and data center customers in India. It is a comparable peer competing in the same switchboard and panel-building market, particularly for premium-spec projects.
• Legrand India: Legrand India offers LV distribution boards, wiring devices, and integrated power distribution solutions targeting commercial buildings, data centers, and infrastructure projects. It overlaps with Pragathi in distribution boards, floor DBs, and LV panel categories for commercial customers.

Direct peers

• C&S Electric: C&S Electric is an Indian manufacturer of LV/MV switchgear, switchboards, and power distribution panels serving industrial, commercial, and utility customers. It is a close comparable peer in scale, product mix, and target market, competing for many of the same LT/HT switchboard and MCC/PCC projects in India.
• HPL Electric & Power: HPL Electric & Power manufactures LV switchgear, distribution boards, and industrial switchboards for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure customers in India. As a listed Indian player in similar switchboard and panel-building categories, it is a comparable mid-market peer competing in LT panels and MCCs.
• Bharat Bijlee: Bharat Bijlee manufactures electrical equipment including LV/MV switchgear, industrial panels, and power distribution systems for industrial and commercial customers in India. It is a comparable Indian peer in switchgear and panel-building serving similar industrial and commercial projects.
• Hager Electro India: Hager Electro India manufactures LV distribution boards, MCCs, and modular power distribution solutions for commercial and industrial customers in India. It is a comparable peer competing in LV switchboards, distribution boards, and motor control panels in the same commercial/industrial segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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