IPO Investing In 2026: What Investors Must Check Before Applying For A New Issue

India's initial public offering market has gathered momentum in 2026, with companies raising around ₹22,400 crore through 26 August. More public issues could enter the market before 30 September as the one-year validity period of market regulator approvals for several companies approaches its expiry. Yet a busy IPO calendar does not automatically mean every issue represents an attractive investment opportunity.