Meesho IPO: All You Need to Know Before You Invest
The much-anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Meesho, one of India’s leading e-commerce platforms, is just around the corner! If you’re looking to dive into the world of public market investments, here’s a detailed breakdown of everything you need to know about Meesho’s upcoming IPO.
📅 Key Dates to Mark on Your Calendar
The Meesho IPO is set to open its doors to investors soon. Make sure you don’t miss these critical dates:
IPO Open Date: December 3, 2025
IPO Close Date: December 5, 2025
Basis of Allotment Finalization: December 8, 2025
Refunds Initiated: December 9, 2025
Credit of Shares to Demat Account: December 9, 2025
Listing Date (BSE & NSE): December 10, 2025
💰 IPO Price and Issue Size
Meesho plans to raise approximately ₹5,421.20 crores through this Book Built Issue. The IPO comprises a fresh issue of ₹4,250 crores and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of up to 10,55,13,839 equity shares, each with a face value of ₹1.
The price band for the IPO has been set between ₹105 to ₹111 per equity share.
Distribution for Investors
The IPO has a structured reservation for different investor categories:
Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs): 75%
Non-Institutional Investors (NIIs/HNIs): 15%
Retail Individual Investors (RIIs): 10%
📈 Market Lot Details for Retail Investors
For retail investors, the minimum market lot is 135 shares, which will cost ₹14,985 at the upper end of the price band. You can apply for up to a maximum of 13 lots, totaling 1,755 shares, amounting to ₹1,94,805.
📊 Meesho Financials: A Look Under the Hood
Meesho has shown impressive growth in its revenue, but also an increase in losses.
Revenue in FY 2025: ₹9,900.90 crores (compared to ₹7,859.24 crores in FY 2024)
Loss in FY 2025: ₹3,941.71 crores (compared to a loss of ₹327.64 crores in FY 2024)
While the company is scaling rapidly, the path to profitability is still ongoing. Therefore, financial analysts suggest that investors considering this IPO should have a long-term investment horizon.
🎯 What Will Meesho Do With the Funds?
The proceeds from the fresh issue will be strategically utilized for several key areas:
Cloud Infrastructure: Approximately ₹1,390 crores will be invested in cloud infrastructure, particularly within its subsidiary, MTPL.
Technology & AI Development: ₹480 crores are earmarked for salaries of existing and new hires in the Machine Learning, AI, and technology teams at MTPL.
Marketing & Brand Initiatives: ₹1,020 crores will be directed towards marketing and brand-building efforts through MTPL.
Strategic Growth: Funds will also be used for inorganic growth through acquisitions and other strategic initiatives, as well as general corporate purposes.
🌐 About Meesho: India’s Value-Driven E-commerce Giant
Since its inception in 2015, Meesho Limited has emerged as India’s largest e-commerce platform. It excels at connecting buyers, sellers, logistics partners, and content creators, focusing on offering “Everyday Low Prices” to make online shopping accessible and affordable for millions.
Meesho leverages cutting-edge AI/ML technology to personalise product recommendations, creating a seamless and enjoyable shopping experience. With its efficient logistics network, Valmo, in collaboration with third-party delivery partners, Meesho ensures smooth deliveries across the nation. As of 2025, the platform boasts over 575,465 active sellers and a massive user base of 213.17 million active users.
Source : DRHP
