Upcoming IPOs (Week of August 10–16, 2026): If you are planning to invest in IPOs, the week of August 10–16, 2026, is significant. Several companies are set to launch their IPOs in the Indian primary market during this period, including major Mainboard IPOs and others entering the market via the SME segment.
Investors will be closely watching the Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO and the Shiprocket IPO this week. Additionally, the LEAP India IPO will remain open until August 10. In the SME segment, the Fascinate Textiles issue will also be available for investment. While the IPO calendar lists the dates and price bands for these issues, investors should verify details from the respective company’s Red Herring Prospectus (RHP) and official exchange notifications before investing.
Which IPOs are launching between August 10 and 16?
Key IPOs expected next week include the Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO, Shiprocket IPO, LEAP India IPO (running from August 7 to August 11), and the Fascinate Textiles IPO (launching on the SME platform). Milky Mist and Shiprocket are classified as Mainboard IPOs, whereas Fascinate Textiles falls under the SME category. As IPO dates, prices, and terms are subject to change, it is essential to check the latest information before applying.
Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO
The Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO is a highlight among the major IPOs opening next week. The company operates in the dairy and packaged food sector, and its IPO has generated significant market buzz. The issue opens on August 11, 2026, and closes on August 13, 2026. The price band for this IPO is set at ₹133 to ₹140 per share. This simply means that investors will be able to apply for this IPO starting August 11 and place their bids until August 13. Available market information indicates a price band of ₹133-₹140.
Know the details of the Milky Mist IPO
Milky Mist operates in the dairy and value-added food products sector. There is already significant investor interest in the company’s IPO. Prior to the IPO, the company conducted a pre-IPO funding round of approximately ₹482 crore, comprising a primary capital investment of ₹350 crore and a secondary share sale of ₹120 crore.
What should investors look for?
Before investing in the Milky Mist IPO, investors should evaluate the company’s sales, profits, debt, valuation, the intended use of IPO proceeds, and future business prospects. Investment decisions should not be based solely on a company’s popular brand or on an IPO generating a lot of buzz.
Shiprocket IPO
Meanwhile, the second major and most talked-about IPO scheduled for next week is Shiprocket’s. The market is closely watching Shiprocket due to its operations in e-commerce logistics and digital shipping. The Shiprocket IPO opens on August 12, 2026, and closes on August 14, 2026. The price band for this IPO is ₹92-₹97 per share. The issue size is approximately ₹1,617.59 crore, as reported by Kotak Neo.
Investor interest in the Shiprocket IPO is also driven by the company’s logistics and shipping services for e-commerce and other online businesses.
What is notable about the Shiprocket IPO?
The Shiprocket IPO comprises both a fresh issue and an offer for sale. According to available information, the total size of the IPO is approximately ₹1,617.59 crore. Investors should certainly read the Red Herring Prospectus (RHP) before the IPO launches. It provides information on the company’s business operations, risks, financial position, promoters, shareholding pattern, and the intended use of IPO proceeds.
LEAP India IPO
The LEAP India IPO will also be available to investors early next week. Specifically, the IPO opens on August 7 and closes on August 11. The price band for this IPO is ₹151-₹159 per share. This means that eligible investors wishing to participate can apply for the LEAP India IPO on August 10 and 11 as well. Investors considering the LEAP India IPO should thoroughly understand the company’s business model, financial performance, and IPO valuation.
Fascinate Textiles SME IPO
In addition to the mainboard IPO, the SME segment will also see an IPO launch next week: Fascinate Textiles. The Fascinate Textiles IPO opens on August 11, 2026, and closes on August 13, 2026. The price band for this IPO is ₹148 to ₹156 per share.
This IPO will be listed on the SME platform. Investors should exercise caution when investing in SME IPOs, as factors such as liquidity, business scale, and share price volatility in SMEs can differ significantly from those of mainboard companies. Therefore, basing an investment decision solely on the IPO price band or potential listing gains is not considered advisable.
What factors should be considered before investing in an IPO?
Before investing in any IPO, it is not enough to simply check when the IPO opens and what the price band is. Investors should thoroughly understand the company’s details. First, understand how the company generates revenue—what its core products or services are and who its customers are.
Additionally, pay attention to key financial data from the past few years, such as sales, profit, EBITDA, debt, and cash flow. It is also crucial to understand the price at which the company is offering shares and how its valuation at that price compares to other companies in the same sector.
Understand the difference between a Fresh Issue and an OFS
Check whether the funds raised in the IPO go to the company or to existing shareholders. In a ‘Fresh Issue,’ new shares are issued, and the proceeds go to the company. Conversely, in an ‘Offer for Sale’ (OFS), existing shareholders sell their shares, and the company does not directly benefit from the proceeds.
Note that every IPO carries certain risks. Factors such as high debt, reliance on a single customer, intensifying competition, fluctuations in raw material prices, or regulatory risks can impact the company’s performance.
How to apply for an IPO?
Investors wishing to apply for an IPO can do so online through their broker.
Log in to your Demat and trading account.
Navigate to the IPO section.
Select the IPO you wish to apply for.
Enter your bid price and the number of lots.
Enter your UPI ID.
Submit your application.
Go to your UPI app and approve the mandate/payment request.
Keep checking the status of your application.
It is important to note that funds are not transferred to the company immediately upon application. Under the ASBA/UPI process, the amount remains blocked in your bank account, and the specific amount is debited only upon allotment of shares.
Does investing in an IPO guarantee a profit?
It is important to note that an IPO’s price can fluctuate based on market demand, company performance, sectoral conditions, and the market sentiment at the time of listing. Even an IPO’s Grey Market Premium (GMP) does not guarantee that the shares will list at that specific price or yield a profit. Therefore, one should avoid making investment decisions based solely on the GMP.
Conclusion
Based on the available information, the week of August 10–16, 2026, is set to be quite busy for the Indian IPO market. During this period, popular mainboard IPOs like Milky Mist Dairy Food and Shiprocket are likely to attract investor attention. Meanwhile, the LEAP India IPO will remain open until August 11, and Fascinate Textiles will offer an investment opportunity in the SME segment. However, one should not invest in an IPO based merely on the company’s name, social media buzz, GMP, or potential listing gains. Before investing, it is essential to examine the company’s RHP (Red Herring Prospectus), valuation, the intended use of IPO proceeds, and associated risks.