India IPOs: ₹10,000 Cr Expected in August 2026

India’s primary market is gearing up for a busy August 2026. Several companies are set to launch their Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), which means their first stock sale to the public, aiming to raise around ₹10,000 crore.

Confirmed Mainboard Listings

Six mainboard IPOs already have confirmed dates, with more expected to join the lineup. These offerings will bring new investment opportunities across various sectors.

• Technocraft Ventures
• LEAP India
• Dhoot Transmission
• Molbio Diagnostics
• Milky Mist Dairy Food
• Shiprocket

Additionally, Ardee Industries is currently open for subscriptions, adding to the market’s activity. These confirmed IPOs offer diverse options for investors.

Zepto’s Anticipated Listing

The quick-commerce platform Zepto is also highly anticipated to go public. However, its official dates and final price band are not yet confirmed.

• Estimated Issue Size: ₹8,010 crore

Investors should approach the Grey Market Premium (GMP) with caution. GMP is an unofficial IPO price indicator and can be very volatile, reflecting only short-term market feelings.

Mainboard vs. SME: What’s the Diff?

Understanding the differences between mainboard and SME (Small and Medium-sized Enterprise) IPOs is key. They have distinct rules for investors.

• Mainboard IPOs: Higher compliance standards; minimum retail investment of ₹14,000–₹15,000; allotment typically lottery-based.
• SME IPOs: Minimum investment of ₹1 lakh; allotment based on proportionate shares; often show higher price swings after listing.

For any retail investor, verifying official dates and price bands is crucial. You should scrutinize company financials closely and avoid making decisions based solely on GMP.

• Understand investor quotas.
• Check lot sizes.
• Acknowledge listing-day risks.
• Diversify your investments.

Ultimately, all investment decisions should be based on official company filings, core business fundamentals, and your personal risk appetite, not just market buzz.