Basic IPO FAQs

How to apply in an IPO?

Apply for an IPO by:

  1. Online IPO Application
  2. Online IPO Application

Below is the detail:

Through Online IPO Application

Investors must open a trading or demat account at a financial institution to apply online for IPO's. Many Indian Stock Brokers and Banks offer the option to apply for IPO's online. Follow these steps to apply online once a trading or demat account has been opened.

How to Apply in IPO Online:

  1. Log in to your trading account, then select the IPO that you want to invest in.
  2. To your trading account transfer funds from the bank.
  3. Click the submit button to select the number of shares that you wish to apply for, and the price at the which you would like to offer (or use the cut off option).

The shares you receive will be credited directly to your demat account if you have received the allotment. ECS will credit your bank account with the remaining funds. Online application for an IPO is the most convenient. It is very easy to apply for an IPO online.

Through Offline IPO Application

Any public issue can be applied through your bank account. Fill out the ASBA application form with your name, PAN number and Demat account number. Then submit it to the branch that has been designated as a Self Certified Syndicate Banks for ASBA services. The bank will upload your details to the bidding platform after you have submitted your application. You must ensure that the application is filled out correctly or your application could be rejected.

Notice: ASBA forms can be obtained at designated branches of banks that are Self Certified Syndicate Banks. On the SEBI, NSE, and BSE websites you will find a list of all banks and their designated branches where ASBA forms can be submitted. The ASBA application form will also contain a list of SCSB.


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


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