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Nykaa
3.5
based on 980 Reviews
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India's leading omnichannel beauty platform, offering a wide range of authentic beauty products and expert advice for diverse customer needs.
Overall Rating
3.5/5
based on 980 reviews

5% below
industry average

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Promotions, Company culture, Work satisfaction
Work Policy

Work from office
78% employees reported

Monday to Saturday
40% employees reported

Flexible timing
51% employees reported

No travel
55% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Job/Soft skill training
37 employees reported
Health insurance
31 employees reported
Office cab/shuttle
9 employees reported
Child care facility
6 employees reported
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About Nykaa

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Since its inception in 2012, Nykaa has quickly emerged as India’s largest omnichannel beauty destination with millions of happy customers across the country. From bringing you your favorite brands and keeping you up-to-date with the latest beauty trends, expert advice and videos, to more than 68 Luxe and On-Trend Stores, an ever growing online community for beauty buffs, and a Beauty Helpline, we go out of our way to give you only the very best. With 1200+, 100% genuine brands, and six warehouses across India that stock lakhs of well curated, well priced products, Nykaa offers a comprehensive selection of makeup, skincare, hair care, fragrances, personal care, luxury and wellness products for women and men. Derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Nayaka’ meaning actress or one in the spotlight, Nykaa is all about celebrating the star in each woman, and being her confidante and companion as she embarks on her own journey to discover her unique identity and personal style. From the widest selection of genuine beauty products from around the world to beauty advice, Nykaa is truly passionate about catering to your every beauty and wellness need. Because after all, Your Beauty is Our Passion.
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Nykaa Ratings
based on 980 reviews
Overall Rating
3.5/5
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3.4
Job security
3.4
Skill development
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Salary
3.2
Work-life balance
3.2
Work satisfaction
3.1
Company culture
2.9
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Nykaa is rated 3.5 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 980 company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Nykaa
based on 936 reviews
3.1
Rated by 288 Women
Rated 3.2 for Job security and 3.0 for Salary
3.7
Rated by 648 Men
Rated 3.6 for Skill development and 3.5 for Salary
Work Policy at Nykaa
based on 149 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
78%
Hybrid
16%
Permanent work from home
6%
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Overall Rating | 3.5/5 based on 980 reviews | 4.0/5 based on 1.9k reviews | 2.6/5 based on 128 reviews | 3.6/5 based on 300 reviews |
Highly Rated for | No highly rated category | Company culture Skill development Work-life balance | No highly rated category | No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | Promotions Company culture Work-life balance | Promotions | Promotions Job security Salary | Promotions |
Primary Work Policy | Work from office 78% employees reported | Work from office 48% employees reported | Work from office 76% employees reported | Work from office 55% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 3.1 Average rated by 288 women | 3.8 Good rated by 389 women | 2.3 Poor rated by 35 women | 3.6 Good rated by 90 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.7 Good rated by 648 men | 4.1 Good rated by 1.3k men | 2.7 Poor rated by 91 men | 3.7 Good rated by 193 men |
Job security | 3.4 Average | 3.7 Good | 2.4 Poor | 3.4 Average |
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Nykaa Salaries
Nykaa salaries have received with an average score of 3.3 out of 5 by 980 employees.
Business Development Executive
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr
Beauty Advisor
(180 salaries)
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
Store Manager
(115 salaries)
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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
Brand Manager
(103 salaries)
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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹31.3 L/yr
Makeup Artist
(83 salaries)
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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr
Team Lead
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₹1.1 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
Senior Software Engineer
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₹15.5 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr
Area Sales Manager
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₹6 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr
Software Engineer
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₹8.2 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
Senior Beauty Advisor
(53 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
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- Nykaa also allotted 90,500 equity shares under its ESOP scheme alongside expansions in ESOP schemes by One97 Communications and quick commerce player Zepto.
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- Stock prices of nearly half of the 15 new-age companies listed since 2021 are trading below their IPO prices, with companies like Paytm, Delhivery, and Honasa Consumer being top losers.
- The poor performance of these stocks may be attributed to company-specific issues and a broader market slowdown trend.
- Over 20 new-age companies are planning to go public, but the market slump could shorten their IPO window, as per ET reports.
- Factors like poor results, regulatory concerns, and foreign institutional investor pullout are influencing sentiment in the market.
- As per BSE data, Paytm's stock is more than 65% lower than its IPO price, recovering from a 52-week low of Rs 310 to close at Rs 734.20.
- Honasa Consumer, facing operational challenges, is trading 32% lower than its issue price, with Mamaearth sales on a decline.
- Nykaa and Delhivery are also impacted by macroeconomic factors, trading below their IPO prices.
- Zomato and PB Fintech have stood out as gainers, with Zomato trading nearly three times higher than its IPO price.
- PB Fintech's revenue growth and expansion have led to stock market premium, while Swiggy, FirstCry, and Ola Electric are trading below their IPO prices.
- Mobikwik and Go Digit General Insurance are trading higher than their issue prices, while Awfis, Blackbuck, and Ixigo are significantly above their IPO prices.
Economic Times | 25 Feb, 2025

Fashion ecommerce giant Nykaa allots 90,500 shares under ESOP scheme
- Beauty and personal care marketplace Nykaa has allotted 90,500 equity shares under its ESOP Scheme.
- The latest share allotment is valued at around Rs 1.49 crore based on the company's opening share price on the NSE.
- Nykaa reported a 27% YoY increase in operating revenue in Q3FY25, reaching Rs 2,267 crore.
- Nykaa has been focusing on growth and acquisitions, expanding its offerings in the skincare and personal care segments.
ISN | 25 Feb, 2025

Good Glamm sells digital media unit ScoopWhoop at fifth of its purchase price
- Good Glamm Group has sold its digital media subsidiary, ScoopWhoop, to WLDD at a marked down valuation of Rs 18-20 crore, which is one-fifth of the Rs 100 crore acquisition price in 2021.
- The Mumbai-based company is facing a cash crunch and has abandoned plans to sell more brands like Organic Harvest, The Mom’s Co, POPxo, and MissMalini.
- Attempts to sell stake in Organic Harvest failed due to its liabilities, according to potential buyers approached by Good Glamm.
- Good Glamm did not respond to requests for comment, and WLDD's founder did not provide any responses to queries.
- Earlier, Sirona, a women's hygiene brand, was sold back to its founders for around Rs 150 crore, settling debts incurred under Good Glamm's ownership.
- The recent divestments follow setbacks, including board resignations from investment firms like Accel, Prosus Ventures, and Bessemer Venture Partners.
- The Good Glamm Group merged MyGlamm, POPxo, and BabyChakra in 2021, raising $30 million in March 2024 from existing investors.
- High-profile exits include Sukhleen Aneja moving to Nykaa and cofounders Priyanka Gill and Naiyya Saggi pursuing new ventures in different sectors.
- MyGlamm is reported as the primary revenue driver for Good Glamm Group, contributing 35-40% to total revenue, while other acquired brands contribute 15-17% each.
Economic Times | 22 Feb, 2025

Nykaa Share Price Target 2025 2026 to 2030
- Nykaa, founded by former Kotak Mahindra MD Falguni Nayar in 2012, is an online and offline marketplace offering over 2,000 brands in fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and wellness.
- Nykaa's IPO on October 28, 2021, made Falguni Nayar India's richest self-made woman billionaire, but the stock later dropped significantly.
- Nykaa's share price target for 2025 ranges from Rs 167.89 to Rs 265, while for 2026 to 2030, the projected maximum and minimum prices vary.
- Nykaa's competitors include Myntra Ltd, Ajio, Tata Cliq, and Meesho, with Nykaa's share price being volatile since its IPO in November 2021.
VIE Stories | 19 Feb, 2025

Rising Industries & Top Startups to Watch
- In 2025, India's tech startup ecosystem remains strong, with key cities like Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai leading the way in innovation and investment.
- HealthTech startups in India are leveraging technology to improve healthcare services, with companies like PharmEasy, HealthifyMe, and 1mg transforming the industry.
- Cleantech and renewable energy startups like Ecozen, Freyr Energy, and GPS Renewables are driving sustainable solutions through AI and IoT.
- AI startups such as Avaamo and Senseforth are at the forefront of leveraging artificial intelligence for enterprise solutions and customer interactions.
- E-commerce startups like Flipkart, Myntra, and Nykaa are redefining online retail with personalized experiences and quick delivery services.
- SaaS startups in India, including Zoho and Freshworks, are offering innovative cloud-based solutions for businesses across various industries.
- India's startup ecosystem is supported by strong investor confidence, government initiatives, and a growing digital economy, positioning the country as a global technology leader.
- These startups play a vital role in India's journey towards a $5 trillion economy and establishing itself as a technology powerhouse.
- With a focus on innovation and scalability, these startups are driving real-world impact and disruption in their respective sectors.
- The future of India's startup ecosystem is bright, with companies continuously expanding, disrupting, and innovating to address global challenges.
VIE Stories | 17 Feb, 2025

New-Age Tech Stocks Bleed About $5 Bn As India’s Market Cap Drops Below $4 Tn Mark
- The Indian stocks market witnessed a decline as the country's market capitalization fell below the $4 trillion mark.
- Market cap of 32 new-age tech stocks under Inc42's coverage dropped by about $5 billion this week.
- Most new-age tech stocks, except Honasa Consumer, experienced a decrease in their share prices in the range of 0.06% to over 26%.
- Zaggle was the biggest loser with its shares plunging by 26.47% this week.
- Veefin Solutions also witnessed a significant decline of 22.77% and announced legal action against circulating rumors.
- Several tech companies including Nykaa, Tracxn, Yatra, TBO Tek, and others declared their Q3 numbers and saw share price falls.
- The broader market saw Sensex ending 2.47% lower and Nifty 50 falling 2.67% at the end of the week.
- Various factors contributed to the market crash, including muted corporate earnings, concerns over trade tariffs, rupee depreciation, and FII selling spree.
- Despite negative sentiments, Honasa Consumer saw gains post its Q3 results, while Zaggle reported a revenue increase but faced a significant decline in share price.
- Zaggle's CEO acquired more shares, and the company secured empanelment by Bank of India for user onboarding and KYC validation.
Inc42 | 16 Feb, 2025

Nykaa Shares Rally 3% As Brokerages Retain Bullishness After Q3 Results
- Nykaa shares jumped over 3% after brokerages retained their bullishness following strong Q3 results.
- JM Financial maintains a 'BUY' call on Nykaa with a target price of INR 240.
- Nykaa reported a 51% YoY increase in consolidated net profit in Q3, with revenue surging 26.74% YoY.
- Bernstein maintains a 'market-perform' rating on Nykaa with a target price of INR 160.
Inc42 | 11 Feb, 2025

Nykaa shares gain despite Q3 profit missing estimates; analysts remain bullish
- Nykaa reported a 51% YoY rise in Q3 consolidated net profit, but missed estimates with weak demand in the fashion vertical.
- Revenue grew 26.7% to ₹2,267.21 crore, with the BPC segment contributing ₹2,060.01 crore to quarterly revenue.
- Nykaa's gross merchandise value rose 25% to ₹4,528 crore, driven by a 32% growth in beauty GMV to ₹3,390 crore.
- Nykaa expanded its physical presence to 221 stores across 73 cities and increased its stake in Earth Rhythm Private Limited to 74.63%.
HinduBusinessLine | 11 Feb, 2025

Nykaa Q3 Results Review: Dolat Capital Reiterates ‘Accumulate' On The Stock, Lowers Target Price — Here's Why
- Nykaa's Q3 FY25 operating performance was marginally ahead and healthy.
- Nykaa is facing challenges of balancing rapid growth and margin expansion as multiple segments viz fashion, superstore, GCCs etc. are under-investment mode thereby restricting margin expansion.
- Dolat Capital reiterates 'accumulate' rating on Nykaa stock with a lowered target price.
- At current market price, Nykaa trades at ~63/45x FY26/27E EV/E and 174/96x PE, valuations remain extremely rich leaving limited room to err, says Dolat Capital.
Bloomberg Quint | 11 Feb, 2025

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Nykaa FAQs
When was Nykaa founded?
Nykaa was founded in 2012. The company has been operating for 13 years primarily in the Internet sector.
Where is the Nykaa headquarters located?
Nykaa is headquartered in Mumbai,Maharashtra and has an office in Mumbai
How many employees does Nykaa have in India?
Nykaa currently has more than 3,300+ employees in India. Sales & Business Development department appears to have the highest employee count in Nykaa based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Nykaa have good work-life balance?
Nykaa has a work-life balance rating of 3.2 out of 5 based on 900+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 43% employees rated Nykaa 3 or below, while 57% employees rated it 4 or above for work-life balance. This rating suggests that while some employees recognize efforts towards work-life balance, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We encourage you to read Nykaa work-life balance reviews for more details
Is Nykaa good for career growth?
Career growth at Nykaa is rated as poor, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 2.9. 43% employees rated Nykaa 3 or below on promotions/appraisal. This rating reflects a negative sentiment among employees for career growth. We recommend reading Nykaa promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the cons of working in Nykaa?
Working at Nykaa does have some drawbacks that potential employees should consider. The company is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, company culture and work satisfaction, based on 900+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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