SEBI’s Role In Regulating IPO
- IJLLR Journal
- May 20
- 1 min read
Shrey Jain, Amity University Kolkata
Jiya Sarkar, Amity University Kolkata
ABSTRACT
By 2026, a substantial number of Indian companies continue to access the capital markets through Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), driven by a dynamic economic environment and strong investor participation, with a significant proportion comprising new-age technology enterprises. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) plays a pivotal role in regulating IPOs by continuously updating the legal and procedural framework governing public issues, thereby impacting both investors and issuing companies.
Investor protection remains a core objective of SEBI, and in recent years, the regulator has strengthened norms relating to disclosures, pricing mechanisms, lock-in requirements, and the use of proceeds. SEBI has also refined regulations concerning preferential allotment of shares to ensure transparency and prevent misuse by promoters and insiders. This paper focuses on SEBI’s role in regulating IPOs in India and examines the implications of its updated regulations on the functioning of the primary market. It further traces SEBI’s regulatory evolution over the years, highlighting its efforts to maintain market integrity, enhance investor confidence, and adapt to changing market conditions. The study also explores the working mechanism of IPOs within the framework established by SEBI. The revised regulatory measures aim to safeguard investors’ funds, reduce procedural delays, and ensure a fair and transparent process in the issuance and trading of securities. Additionally, the paper discusses SEBI’s ongoing regulatory approach and its responsiveness to emerging challenges in the capital markets.
In conclusion, the paper provides recommendations in line with SEBI’s regulatory objectives and emphasizes the need for continuous legal reforms to strengthen the IPO ecosystem in India and support sustainable market growth.
