Answers on SME and Mainboard IPOs, pre-IPO funding, compliance and timelines: 30 questions across 6 sections. If your question isn't here, ask us directly.
An IPO (Initial Public Offering) is when a private company sells its shares to the public for the first time. Companies use the money to expand or pay down debt, and existing shareholders get a market price and a way to sell.
We advise on SME and Mainboard IPOs, including pre-IPO funding, DRHP preparation, regulatory compliance, work with merchant bankers and support after listing.
Our work usually covers:
A few things clients tell us they value:
Bharat IPO works with SEBI-registered merchant bankers and other intermediaries, and all project work follows the applicable regulations.
Yes. We have an SME IPO desk that helps companies raise capital on NSE Emerge and BSE SME, from the first check to listing.
We assess your financial performance, eligibility criteria and growth plans to determine whether an SME IPO on BSE SME or NSE Emerge is the right fit and whether you are ready for listing.
The SME IPO timeline usually ranges from 3 to 6 months, depending on your company’s preparedness, documentation and regulatory approvals at each stage of the process.
Yes. Our advisors have handled many SME IPOs and work with merchant bankers, lawyers and the exchanges on each one.
Yes. We have worked on SME IPOs for companies in Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. We visit when needed and handle the rest online.
We assess your company’s scale, profitability, governance standards and growth outlook to determine Mainboard IPO eligibility and readiness, along with the right preparation roadmap.
Eligibility depends on financial track record, net worth, profitability and compliance standards as defined by SEBI. We help evaluate your position and identify any gaps before initiating the IPO process.
Mainboard IPOs generally take 9 to 18 months, depending on readiness, audits and regulatory approvals. This includes preparation, DRHP filing, SEBI review and listing.
Institutional investors (QIBs) have a big say in the price and often set the tone for the rest of the book. We help you pitch to them and organise the roadshows.
FPO timelines are typically shorter than IPOs, ranging from 2 to 4 months depending on documentation, approvals and market readiness.
A dilutive FPO involves issuing new shares to raise fresh capital, while a non-dilutive FPO allows existing shareholders to sell their stake. We help structure the offering to align with your objectives.
We assess your growth stage, capital requirements and IPO timeline to determine if Pre-IPO funding is suitable, along with the right investor mix and deal structure.
Pre-IPO funding rounds usually take 2 to 4 months, depending on investor interest, due diligence and deal structuring. We define clear timelines and milestones at the start of the engagement.
Pre-IPO rounds typically involve institutional investors, HNIs, family offices and strategic investors. We connect you with the right investors aligned with your growth and listing plans.
Valuation is based on financial performance, growth potential, market comparables and investor demand. We help position your company to achieve a balanced and realistic valuation.
The amount depends on your company’s size, valuation and investor appetite. We help structure the raise to balance dilution, capital needs and future IPO positioning.
We look for investors whose expectations match your plans and who can help beyond the money.
You're IPO-ready if you have:
Our free readiness check looks at your financial, legal and business position.
Benefits:
Challenges:
We help you weigh these before you decide.
An SME IPO usually takes 4 to 6 months from assessment to listing, and a Mainboard IPO 6 to 12 months. The real timeline depends on how ready you are, how long approvals take and the market.
Yes, timing is planned based on market conditions, investor sentiment and business performance.
No, GMP is based on market demand in the grey market and can change before listing.
Fees depend on the scope and size of the issue. For capital raising we usually charge a success fee linked to the money raised. Advisory work such as valuation and modelling has a fixed fee, agreed at the start.
We typically respond to all queries within 24 business hours. For urgent matters, you can reach us on our WhatsApp or call our office directly during business hours.
You can apply through our platform by creating an account, linking your ASBA-enabled bank account or UPI ID and submitting your application for any open IPO. Our team can help if you get stuck.
Every company is different. Call +91-96506-37280 or email info@indiaipo.in and our team will answer your question directly.
Book a free eligibility check. We'll talk through your business, your goals and which listing route makes sense.