Several small-cap defence stocks are currently trading at a significant discount, up to 42 percent from their 52-week highs. This presents potential opportunities for investors looking to enter the sector at lower valuations amid growing interest in the defence and aerospace segments.
Here are the 7 Small-cap Defence stocks trading at a discount of up to 42 percent from its 52-week high
CFF Fluid Control Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 1,078.77 crore, the shares of CFF Fluid Control Limited closed at Rs. 553.95 per equity share, down nearly 0.23 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 555.25.
The stock is down by 41.63 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 949. In the calendar year, the stock has given a negative return of 20.77 percent. The stock has given a return of 11.81 percent in the last one year.
CFF Fluid Control Limited was established in 2012 and is a Mumbai-based engineering company. It manufactures and services shipboard machinery, critical systems, and test facilities for the Indian Navy’s submarines and ships, while also providing mechanical equipment for the nuclear and clean energy industries.
Zen Technologies Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 17,173.68 crore, the shares of Zen Technologies Limited closed at Rs. 1,902.05 per equity share, up nearly 0.93 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 1,884.45.
The stock is down by 27.62 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 2,627.95. In the calendar year, the stock has given a negative return of 23.47 percent. The stock has given a return of 96.66 percent in the last one year.
Zen Technologies Limited was established in 1993 and specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced training simulators and counter-drone solutions. The company serves defence, paramilitary, and police forces, enhancing combat readiness through innovative simulation technologies.
Ideaforge Technology Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 2,328.85 crore, the shares of Ideaforge Technology Limited closed at Rs. 539.40 per equity share, down nearly 5.55 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 571.10.
The stock is down by 37.58 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 864.10. The stock is down by 13.64 percent so far this year, 2025, and has dropped 24.78 percent over the past one year.
Ideaforge Technology Limited was established in 2007 and is a Mumbai-based leader in the Indian UAV market. It manufactures drones for surveillance, mapping, and security, serving defence and civil sectors, with a 50 percent market share in India and a global ranking of 3rd in dual-use drones.
Avantel Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 3,542.54 crore, the shares of Avantel Limited closed at Rs. 133.70 per equity share, down nearly 0.19 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 133.95.
The stock is down by 37.11 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 212.61. The stock is down by 12.19 percent so far this year, 2025, and has dropped 31.27 percent over the past one year.
Avantel Limited was established in 1990 and is a Hyderabad-based company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of wireless communication, satellite systems, embedded electronics, and signal processing solutions. It serves defence, aerospace, and industrial sectors.
BEML Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 14,833.77 crore, the shares of BEML Limited closed at Rs. 3,562 per equity share, down nearly 3.74 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 3,700.50.
The stock is down by 35.11 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 5,489.15. The stock is down by 13.72 percent so far this year, 2025, and has dropped 14.90 percent over the past one year.
BEML Limited was established in 1964 and is a public sector company under the Ministry of Defence. It manufactures mining equipment, rail coaches, metro trains, and defence vehicles, serving key sectors like infrastructure, defence, and transportation across India.
MTAR Technologies Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 5,000.28 crore, the shares of MTAR Technologies Limited closed at Rs. 1,625.60 per equity share, down nearly 0.44 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 1,632.75.
The stock is down by 26.11 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 2,200. The stock is down by 2.79 percent so far this year, 2025, and has dropped 22.90 percent over the past one year.
MTAR Technologies Limited was established in 1970 and specializes in precision engineering and manufactures mission-critical components for sectors like aerospace, defence, nuclear, and clean energy. The company operates seven advanced manufacturing units and serves clients such as ISRO, DRDO, NPCIL, and Bloom Energy.
Data Patterns (India) Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 14,754.02 crore, the shares of Data Patterns (India) Limited closed at Rs. 2,635.40 per equity share, down nearly 5.99 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 2,803.25.
The stock is down by 27.89 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 3,654.75. In the last one year, the stock has given a negative return of 16.32 percent. The stock has given a return of 6.39 percent in the calendar year.
Data Patterns (India) Limited was established in 1998 as Indus Teqsite Private Limited and is a Chennai-based company specializing in defence and aerospace electronics. It designs and manufactures systems like radar subsystems, avionics, and test equipment for sectors including defence, space, and aviation.
Written By – Nikhil Naik
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