What are the types of IPOs in India?

There are two main types of IPOs in India: Mainboard IPOs, which are listed on NSE or BSE, and SME IPOs, which are listed on NSE SME or BSE SME platforms for small and medium enterprises.

Who can apply for an IPO in India?

Retail investors, Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs), Non-Institutional Investors (NIIs), anchor investors, employees, and eligible shareholders can apply for IPOs in India.

How can I apply for an IPO online?

You can apply for an IPO online using ASBA through your bank or via UPI-based IPO applications offered by brokers and trading platforms.

Latest IPO Updates: SME, Mainboard & Upcoming IPO Information

Q: What is an IPO?

An IPO (Initial Public Offering) is when a company sells its shares to the public for the first time. It helps the company raise capital and allows investors to become part-owners of the company.

Q: How does an IPO work?

The IPO process includes DRHP filing with SEBI, approval of RHP, price announcement, subscription period, allotment of shares, and finally listing on the stock exchange.

Q: Why do companies launch IPOs?

Companies launch IPOs to raise capital, expand their business, improve brand visibility, attract investors, and enhance transparency and corporate governance.

IPO Name	🔥	Status	Open Dt	Close Dt	Price Band	IPO Size
Bharat Coking Coal Limited U	🔥🔥🔥🔥	⏳ U Mainboard	09-Jan-2026	13-Jan-2026	Rs.21 to Rs.23	₹46.57 Cr
Avana Electrosystems Limited SME U	🔥🔥🔥🔥	U SME	12-Jan-2026	14-Jan-2026	Rs.56 to Rs.59	₹ 0.59 Cr

📈 What is an IPO (Initial Public Offering)?

An IPO is when a company sells its shares to the public for the first time. It helps the company raise money and grow. When you buy IPO shares, you become a part-owner of that company.

🧭 Types of IPOs

There are two main types of IPOs:

Type of IPO	Description
🏛️ Mainboard IPO	Listed on major stock exchanges like NSE or BSE
🏢 SME IPO	For small & medium companies listed on SME platforms

🛠️ How Does an IPO Work?

📄 DRHP Filing: Company submits draft papers to SEBI
✅ RHP Approval: SEBI approves the IPO
💰 Price Announcement: Issue price is decided
📆 Subscription: Investors apply for 3–5 days
🎯 Allotment: Shares are allotted
🚀 Listing: Shares start trading on stock exchanges

🎯 Why Do Companies Launch IPOs?

💸 Raise capital for growth & expansion
📢 Increase brand visibility
🌐 Become a publicly trusted company
👥 Attract new investors & partners
📊 Improve corporate governance

📅 Upcoming IPOs to Watch

Mahendra Realtors
Regaal Resources
Vikram Solar
Tata Capital
LG Electronics India
Hero Fincorp

❓ IPO FAQs

Should I invest in IPOs?

IPOs can be good for long-term investors, but always research fundamentals.

Who can apply for IPOs?

Retail investors, QIBs, NIIs, employees & shareholders (if eligible).

How to apply online?

Use ASBA via your bank or UPI-based IPO applications.