The Indian primary stock market will be open for trading and remain active through 2026 due to sustained interest from both companies and investor participation. Various sectors are currently exploring the possibility of an initial public offering. Therefore, 2026 should be noted as a significant year for the capital markets in India. That said, IPO timelines are never fixed and depend on approvals, market conditions, and how ready companies are.
This blog looks at IPO activity across the full year. It brings together updates on companies that have filed, or may file, offer documents in 2026. The aim is to track official developments as they happen, rather than guessing which IPOs will launch.
The IPO chart will continue to provide current information, including filing updates and announcements, and will serve as a timeline for following IPO activity in 2026, solely based on officially disclosed information and updates from the exchanges.
Major Upcoming IPO Lists in 2026
Company Name
| Exchange
| Type
| Est. Issue Size
| Issue Date
| Summary
|
Reliance Jio
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| Telecom and digital services arm of Reliance Industries, expected to be one of India’s largest IPOs.
|
NSE (National Stock Exchange)
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| India’s largest stock exchange by trading volume, long-awaited for public listing.
|
PhonePe
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| Digital payments and fintech platform with strong user base and transaction volumes.
|
Flipkart
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| E-commerce major with wide presence across online retail and logistics.
|
OYO
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| Hospitality and travel platform that has reworked its IPO plans over recent years.
|
Tata Capital
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| Financial services arm of the Tata Group, operating across lending and investment segments.
|
Numerous large-scale corporations are reported to be exploring public listings in 2026; regulators will likely formally announce or at least make available on their website at some point in the not-so-distant future.
While they haven't been finalised yet, there is already a great deal of attention surrounding them due to their massive size and their influence in their industry sectors, thus making these companies very attractive potential targets through initial public offerings (IPOs). To that end, we have further outlined below some of the most well-known companies. Potential IPO candidates for 2026 – depending on the state of the marketplace and their ability to secure regulatory approvals.
India’s IPO pipeline for 2026 includes several high-profile companies across sectors including technology, telecom, financial services, consumer platforms, and hospitality. While official IPO dates and issue sizes are pending regulatory filings (DRHP/RHP), media reporting highlights the following expected major listings:
Reliance Jio / Jio Platforms – Telecom & digital services arm widely expected to list. The Economic Times
National Stock Exchange (NSE) – Long-awaited listing of India’s largest stock exchange. The Economic Times
PhonePe – Fintech and payments platform targeting public markets. The Economic Times
Flipkart – E-commerce leader shifting domicile to India as a step toward IPO. The Times of India
OYO – Hospitality tech company expected to pursue public listing. The Economic Times
SBI Mutual Fund – Asset management entity seen among expected listings. Angel One
Full Upcoming IPO List 2026
Company Name
| Exchange
| Type
| Est. Issue Size
| Issue Date
| Price Range
| Status
|
Reliance Jio
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| –
| DRHP (expected)
|
NSE (National Stock Exchange)
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| –
| Awaited
|
Tata Capital
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| –
| DRHP (expected)
|
PhonePe
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| –
| Awaited
|
Flipkart
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| –
| Awaited
|
OYO
| NSE / BSE
| Main Board
| –
| –
| –
| Awaited
|
Multiple SMEs
| NSE / BSE
| SME
| –
| –
| –
| To be updated
|
Note:This table tracks IPOs expected during 2026 based on public information and regulatory developments. Details will be updated only after companies file DRHP/RHP documents and exchanges release official announcements.
IPO Market Trends & Predictions in 2026
Many companies may wait for calm markets before launching IPOs.
Finance and lending businesses could stay in focus due to regular demand.
Tech companies may come only if earnings look clear and stable.
Consumer brands linked to daily use may attract steady interest.
Manufacturing firms may look to raise funds as production expands.
SME IPOs may continue, but the number can change month to month.
Global events like interest rate changes can affect IPO timing.
Investors may stay careful and avoid overpriced issues.
How 2026 Is Different from 2025 for the IPO Market
In 2025, IPOs did not move in a clear direction. Some listings performed well at the start, but many struggled to hold their price after listing. This made investors slow down. People became more careful while applying and began checking details more closely. Quick listing gains became less important than before. Pricing and how strong the business looked started to matter more.
In 2026, expectations feel more settled. Companies appear better prepared and more selective about timing. Investor sentiment is likely to stay cautious, with greater focus on fundamentals, valuations, and long-term stability rather than short-term excitement.
What Investors Should Watch in the Year 2026
In 2026, investors may see more companies trying to raise money through IPOs. Some of these may look interesting, but not all may turn out well. Markets can move suddenly, and global news can change sentiment very quickly. Because of this, timing becomes important.
Rules set by SEBI also matter, as they decide how IPOs are priced and offered. Many investors may prefer to slow down, read the offer documents properly, and understand the business before applying, instead of reacting only to market noise.