Basic IPO FAQs

List down the timelines for book building IPOs in India.

According to SEBI, India's regulator of stock markets, Indian companies should adhere to the strict timelines. Because there are many parties and steps involved in the IPO process SEBI has clearly defined time frames for each step. The following timelines have been set by SEBI to facilitate Book Building IPOs in India.

  • Bidding Process (Minimum/Maximum): 3-7 Working Days
  • The lead manager will finalize the basis of allotment within two weeks of closing the issue.
  • The registrar will allocate shares in Demat Account within 15 days of closing the issue.
  • Listing of IPO shares by the issuer company within 7 days of the closing of the issue


I have not marked cutoff, but has provided bid price at the upper band in an IPO request. will it make a difference?


Why to bid a cuttoff in a book-building IPO?


I applied for an IPO whose price range has been reduced. I've already applied in the original band and my amount is already blocked. What should I do next?


Where the subscription figure of an IPO can be found?


In the early price discovery session, How the IPO share price is defined?


How can I apply offline in IPO?


If my broker is not offering IPO facility but I have a demat account then how can I apply for IPO online?


Can an individual apply in IPO for both Retail (below 2 lakhs) and HNI (above 2 lakhs)?


Investment of Rs. 2 lakhs minimum is enough or any other eligibility criteria is there for NII?


With my friend's PAN details in my demat ,can I apply for an IPO?


Are the application for NII and retail investor different?


Does an Individuals who wish to apply for NII quota must follow the same procedure online and in person?


At the time of IPO listing , is there any circuit?


During special open time between 9:00 am to 9:45 am ,how to sell IPO shares on listing?


Can I apply online for an IPO on Sunday?


How can I sell IPO?


Which IPO will give positive response if I have to invest for a short period?


Where can I find the old IPO offer documents?


Where can I get updates on every upcoming IPO


Is there any loss or advantage of applying more than one lot in an IPO?