Basic IPO FAQs

What are the different modes of applying to IPO?

Two ways to bid on IPO shares are available:
1. Online mode

Your stock broker website can be used to apply for IPO shares. It is a very convenient way to apply to IPO shares and takes hardly one minute to complete.

Not all brokers offer the ability to apply for IPO's online. Discount brokers, i.e. Zerodha, RKSV etc. This facility is not available.
Not all IPOs can be offered online. As of July 2016, brokers are not allowed to offer online IPO's for BSE SME IPO or NSE SME IPO.

2. Offline mode

The traditional method of applying for IPO is still available. This involves filling out a physical application. Once you have filled it out, you can send it to the nearest collection center. In most cases, this will be the same place you received the IPO application.

You can download IPO application forms from the NSE or BSE websites if they aren't available online.


Why companies go for less than 7 days bidding (i.e. 3, 4 days generally), When maximum number of days for which IPO bid should remain open is 7 (and minimum is 3)?


How to apply for multiple times in a IPO?


Using ASBA,how many applications can be submitted to IPO from one bank account?


From one bank account, how many IPO application can be submitted through net banking?


Can an IPO application be submitted through current account?


From sweep in/out saving account,can one apply for IPO?


With my saving account, can I apply IPO in the name of family or friend?


With different saving account in the same bank or different banks, can I apply multiple time with my name?


Which field make an IPO application unique?


In an IPO application form, whom I should consider applicant if I have a joint DP account?


Can I apply in the name of a minor or HUF to the IPO?


To get maximum allotment in retail category,How many lots should I apply in IPO?


Does applying 1st day - 1st hour,changing bank account or broker change my chance for IPO allotment?


When does the allotment of IPO shares takes place?


When does IPO shares are credited to the demat account?


when does release of funds blocked for IPO to be expected in bank?


When can be listing of IPO shares to be expected?


What is the last time to apply for an IPO in the last day of IPO?


In one IPO application,should I submit three bids of one lot each at a different bid price?


In a IPO ,if there any discount to retail investors then at what price should I subscribe?