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We review the company’s financial position, business model, compliance status, internal controls, management structure, and growth plans to assess whether the business is ready for an IPO.
Side-by-side overview to help you choose the right IPO pathway
| Parameter | Pre-IPO | IPO | SME IPO | Mainline IPO | FPO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Company Stage | Growth-stage / Pre-IPO companies | Established companies | Growing SMEs | Established companies | Listed company |
| Exchange / Platform | Unlisted / Private Markets | NSE / BSE Mainboard | BSE SME / NSE Emerge | NSE / BSE Mainboard | NSE / BSE Mainboard |
| Min. Issue Size | Deal-specific (no fixed minimum) | ₹50 Cr+ | ₹10-25 Cr (typical) | ₹50 Cr+ | Market-driven |
| Typical Timeline | 2-6 months | 12-24 months | 4-6 months | 12-24 months | 2-4 months |
| SEBI Filing Required | ✕ No | ✓ Yes (DRHP) | ✓ Yes (DRHP) | ✓ Yes (DRHP) | ✓ Yes (Offer Document) |
| Institutional Investors | Select / Case-by-case | Strong (FIIs, Mutual Funds) | Limited participation | Strong (FIIs, Mutual Funds) | ✓ Yes |
| Promoter Lock-in | Not applicable | As per SEBI ICDR regulations | As per SEBI norms | As per SEBI ICDR regulations | Not applicable |
| Complexity | Low-Moderate | High | Low-Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Best Suited For | Pre-listing capital & strategic investors | Large-scale capital raising | SMEs scaling operations | Large-scale capital raising | Already listed companies |
Unlock capital before your IPO launch
Pre-IPO funding allows companies to raise capital from institutional investors, HNIs, family offices, and strategic partners before listing publicly. We help you discover optimal pre-IPO valuation, structure the round efficiently, and bring on board investors who add both capital and strategic value.
List your company on NSE/BSE Mainboard
An IPO is the process by which a private company offers shares to the public for the first time to raise capital. Our end-to-end advisory covers every critical milestone — from feasibility to post-listing compliance — ensuring a seamless, SEBI-compliant public offering.
List on BSE SME or NSE Emerge platform
The SME IPO platform is specifically designed for Small & Medium Enterprises. With relaxed eligibility norms and a streamlined approval process, SME IPO is the fastest way to tap public capital markets, build brand recognition, and enhance your company's growth trajectory.
Full-scale public listing on NSE/BSE Mainboard
Mainline IPO is for established companies targeting large-scale capital raising on the NSE or BSE Mainboard. Our team of expert professionals manages the entire lifecycle — from DRHP to post-listing ongoing compliance — with precision and expertise that comes from decades of deal experience.
Secondary capital raise for listed companies
A Follow-On Public Offer (FPO) allows an already-listed company to raise additional equity capital from the public. Whether for expansion, debt reduction, or improving public float, our FPO advisory ensures optimal pricing, regulatory compliance, and maximum subscription success.
Our edge comes from deep domain expertise, a verified professional compliance framework, and a relentless focus on client success.
All our merchant bankers & advisors are highly experienced professionals with unimpeachable compliance records.
From initial feasibility to post-listing compliance, we manage everything — you focus on running your business.
A dedicated team of senior bankers, legal experts, and CA professionals assigned to your deal from day one.
500+ successful IPOs across SME and Mainboard categories spanning 18+ years and every major industry sector.
Deep relationships with major institutional investors, mutual funds, HNIs, and retail investor networks across India.
Our streamlined process models ensure fastest possible SEBI timelines without compromising regulatory quality.
We review the company’s financial position, business model, compliance status, internal controls, management structure, and growth plans to assess whether the business is ready for an IPO.