Basic IPO FAQs

What does listing of IPO means and how is it done?

The securities of the company that are listed on an IPO are available for trading on recognised stock exchanges. Investors can trade company shares after the listing. A process must be followed to ensure a successful listing.

  • A Lead Manager is appointed by an issuer.
  • For a due diligence certificate, work with LM
  • Register with SEBI.
  • To initiate an IPO, you must get approval/disapproval by SEBI
  • SEBI will approve the preparation of listing documents, including DRHP, with the assistance of LM.
  • Appoints registrars and banks to act as intermediaries.
  • Advertise for the IPO.
  • You can decide the price per share using either fixed price or book-building mode.
  • The application window is generally open for a few days to subscribe and closes at a predetermined time.
  • The registrar of the public sale issues shares to investors after the subscription window closes.

The shares will be available for trading at stock exchanges upon their listing.


In how many days does the issue open?


What do you mean by Basis of allocation or basis of allotment?


Can IPO application be revised or cancelled?


Where IPO application forms are available?


Is a minor eligible to apply for IPO?


Provide tips to choose right IPO.


In an IPO, can an individual apply for non institutional category of bidder?


Is there any minimum and maximum limit of the investment one can do in the HNI category?


Can a buy order be placed during after hour session before IPO listing date?


How someone can apply online for IPO?


How is Listing price of IPO decided?


Define Right issue or RI.


Why does every hour the retail Individual Investor RII bidding status is not getting updated ?


List down the risk factors involved in applying in an IPO.


Can both the holders of joint demat account apply individually for an IPO?


For retail investors,why does maximum subscription amount is limited to Rs. 2 laks


List down determining factors for selection of IPO to invest.


For an IPO,How much tax I have to pay on returns(Capital gains)?


What is the procedure for withdrawal in IPO?


Without an IPO,how can a company get listed in stock exchange?