With reference to the NSE IPO, consider the following statements: 1. The anchor investors successfully raised Rs 12,64 crore before the main listing. 2. The NSE shares are to be listed exclusively on the NSE platform. 3. The NSE IPO sought to raise a total of Rs 22,562 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Capital markets & SEBI· Prelims· 24 September 2026

Capital market dynamics and public listing of financial infrastructure: a GS3 economy and liquidity case study.

Why in news

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) launched its IPO to raise Rs 22,562 crore through an offer for sale by major shareholders including IFCI, NIACL, and GIC.

Background

The NSE IPO sought to raise Rs 22,562 crore by selling 12.64 crore shares at a price band of Rs 1,700 to Rs 1,785. The offer successfully raised Rs 6,746 crore from anchor investors before the main listing.

Facts for Prelims

FactNSE IPO total target: Rs 22,562 crore
FactAnchor investor proceeds: Rs 6,746 crore
BodyKey selling entities in NSE IPO: IFCI, NIACL, and GIC
PlaceNSE shares to be listed on BSE and MSEI

Prelims practice question

With reference to the NSE IPO, consider the following statements:

The anchor investors successfully raised Rs 12,64 crore before the main listing.
The NSE shares are to be listed exclusively on the NSE platform.
The NSE IPO sought to raise a total of Rs 22,562 crore.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)3 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (a) 3 only — Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The anchor investors raised Rs 6,746 crore. Statement 2 is incorrect: The shares are to be listed on BSE and MSEI.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of public listing of major financial infrastructure entities and its impact on capital market liquidity and investor confidence in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Market volatility: Immediate price correction post-listing vs long-term institutional valuation
Liquidity dynamics: Impact of large-scale offer for sale (OFS) by public sector entities on retail investor sentiment

Keywords: Initial Public Offering · Offer for Sale · Capital Market Liquidity · Anchor Investors · Market Debut

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