Meesho has secured SEBI approval to launch its highly anticipated IPO, targeting $700–800 million (₹6,500–7,000 crore). The fresh issue and offer-for-sale will fuel its technology expansion, marketing, and scaling efforts, positioning Meesho as a leading digital commerce player ready for public market growth.
Bengaluru-based e-commerce platform Meesho has received regulatory clearance from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to proceed with its Initial Public Offering (IPO), marking a major milestone for the startup. The IPO aims to raise between $700 and $800 million, including a fresh equity issue of $480 million and an offer-for-sale (OFS) by early investors and promoters worth $250–300 million.
Meesho’s founders Vidit Aatrey (CEO) and Sanjeev Barnwal (CTO), along with key venture capital investors like Peak XV Partners, Elevation Capital, and Y Combinator, will participate in this OFS. The proceeds from the fresh issue are planned for enhancing technology infrastructure, marketing campaigns, and general corporate purposes.
The IPO comes as Meesho rapidly expands its social commerce platform, catering predominantly to small sellers and entrepreneurs in Tier-II and Tier-III cities. Despite substantial strategic investments leading to reported losses in FY25, Meesho continues to focus on high-growth strategies and scaling operations for long-term leadership in India’s digital commerce ecosystem.
Key Highlights:
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SEBI approval for $700–800 million (₹6,500–7,000 crore) IPO
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Fresh issue of $480 million (₹4,250 crore) plus $250–300 million OFS by early investors
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Founders and major venture capitalists participating in OFS
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Proceeds to fund technology upgrades, marketing, and expansion
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FY25 net loss of ₹3,941 crore reflecting growth-phase investments
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IPO expected to open in late 2025 with a 30-45 day book-building process
Sources: Samco, IPOWatch, Moneycontrol, SEBI filings