Upcoming IPOs
Stay updated on every upcoming IPO. Track new listings, key dates, and major companies entering the market as IPO momentum continues to grow across sectors in 2026.
About IPO
An initial public offering, or IPO, is a process through which a company offers shares to the public for the first time in order to raise funds. The company may use the funds for various purposes, such as expansion, buying machinery, repaying debt, etc. Post-IPO, the company gets listed on the designated stock exchange, such as BSE, NSE, or both.
What is an Upcoming IPO?
An upcoming IPO is one that is yet to open for subscription. In other words, it’s a public issue that’s in the regulatory pipeline but is not yet open for bidding.
Who Can Invest in Upcoming IPOs?
The following category of investors can invest in upcoming IPOs:
- Retail Individual Investors
Retail individual investors are investors who bid for shares in an IPO for a value not more than ₹2 lakhs. Their investment amount is small compared to qualified institutional buyers and non-institutional investors.
- Non-institutional Investors
Non-institutional investors, or NIIs, are another category of IPO investors. They comprise resident individuals, corporations, academic institutions, trusts and societies, among others. NIIs invest more than ₹2 lakhs in an IPO.
- Qualified Institutional Buyers
Qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) are big institutions. These can be scheduled commercial banks, insurance companies registered with IRDAI, foreign venture capital investors, mutual funds, state industrial development corporations, etc.
- Employees
In many IPOs, a fixed percentage of the shares are allotted for the employees working in the organisation. The employee category exists to reward employees who work for the company’s growth.
- Anchor investors
Anchor investors are QIBs who are allotted shares in an IPO a day before the IPO opens for subscription for other categories of investors.
Upcoming IPOs in India in 2026
Here’s the list of some of the most anticipated upcoming IPOs in 2026:
Upcoming Mainboard IPOs
How to Apply in an Upcoming IPO Online?
To apply for an upcoming IPO online:
- Choose the IPO you want to invest in that aligns with your goals.
- Log in with your credentials at your broker’s website or app.
- Select the IPO from the list available in the IPO section.
- Enter the number of lots and the price you wish to apply for.
- Enter your UPI ID and click on ‘Submit’.
- Approve the mandate received on your UPI to submit your application.
How to Apply for an IPO on Kotak Neo
Applying for an IPO is simple if you have the required accounts in place. You can apply using the UPI method through the Kotak Neo app.
Before You Apply, Make sure you have:
- A Kotak Neo account linked to your Demat account
- An active bank account
- An active Demat account
Method 1: Apply via Kotak Neo App (UPI – Recommended)
The UPI method is quick and convenient for retail investors. Steps:
- Log in to the Kotak Neo app.
- Go to the IPO section and select the active IPO.
- Click on Apply for IPO.
- Enter the lot size and choose your bid price. - Retail investors can select the Cut-off price option to increase the chances of a valid bid.
- Enter your UPI ID.
- Submit your application.
- Approve the UPI mandate request on your UPI app to block the funds. Once approved, the application is successfully submitted.
Method 2: Apply via Net Banking (ASBA)
ASBA (Application Supported by Blocked Amount) allows you to apply directly through your bank account.
Steps:
- Log in to your Kotak Neo account.
- Navigate to the IPO section.
- Select the IPO you wish to apply for.
- Enter the lot size and choose your bid price.
- Enter the bid quantity and price. - Retail investors can select the Cut-off price option to increase the chances of a valid bid.
- Select ASBA as the mode of payment.
- Submit the application to block funds in your account.
Important Things to Know Before Applying for Upcoming IPOs
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Funds Are Blocked, Not Debited: The application amount is only blocked in your bank account, not debited. It is debited only if shares are allotted to you.
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UPI Mandate Approval Deadline: You must approve the UPI mandate request before 5 PM on the IPO closing day.
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Allotment Process: If you receive an allotment, the blocked amount is debited. If you do not receive shares, the blocked amount is released back to your account.
Why Invest in Upcoming IPO Through Kotak Neo?
Applying in upcoming IPOs through Kotak Neo gives you multiple advantages. You can get information about all the IPOs in one place, along with market insights, charting tools, and research support, among others. All of these insights can help you make smart decisions.
Also, technologically advanced, the Kotak Neo app helps you seamlessly place your bid for your chosen IPO. It also allows you to track your application, listing gains, etc.
FAQs
An upcoming IPO refers to the IPO of a company that’s yet to go public. To put it otherwise, the company is in the pipeline to go public and is yet to finalise the exact dates, lot size and other essential things.
Understand the company’s business and the industry it operates in. Carefully go through the company's red herring prospectus to understand the company's financials, strengths and risks. Also, have an active Demat and trading account.
You can apply for upcoming IPOs online through Kotak Neo. Open a Demat account with us and go to the IPO section of your account. Enter the number of lots and the price at which you want to apply. Block funds and submit your application.
You can find the list of upcoming IPOs on Kotak Neo. We have a dedicated page for it. Alternatively, you can also check them on the websites of BSE, NSE and Sebi.
You can obtain the application form from the website of the BSE and NSE. You can also apply for an IPO if you have a Demat account with Kotak Neo.
A draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) has all essential details of the company going for an IPO. The red herring prospectus is the updated version of the DRHP that has the latest facts and figures about the company. A RHP contains the IPO dates, anchor investor bidding date and other crucial details.
A draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) is a document that contains key details about the company, its management, its business, finances, strengths and risks. It’s filed with SEBI for review and is a crucial document that gives valuable insights about a company.
The issue price refers to the price at which you are offered shares in an IPO. The listing price is the opening price of shares when they are listed on the stock exchange and are ready for trading.