IPO Lock-In Expiry Puts ₹17,000 Crore Worth of Shares in Focus

The Indian primary market is set for action today as the IPO lock-in period of 10 recently listed companies ends, unlocking nearly ₹17,000 crore worth of shares for trading. The development is expected to draw attention from investors and market watchers, with several well-known names entering the spotlight.

Key Stocks Under Lock-In Expiry

The expiry impacts a mix of companies from diverse sectors—ranging from energy to technology and hospitality. These stocks are now open for trading after their one-month or three-month shareholder lock-in periods concluded.

Here’s a quick look at the companies seeing their lock-ins lifted today:

• Solarworld Energy Solutions: Around 31 lakh shares, accounting for 4% of the total outstanding equity, valued at ₹96 crore, are now tradable after the end of its one-month lock-in period.
• Jaro Institute of Technology: 8 lakh shares or 3% of its total equity, worth ₹53.37 crore, are available for trading.
• Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers: The firm will see 27 lakh shares, forming 4% of its outstanding equity and valued at ₹138 crore, released for trade.
• Seshaasai Technologies: 29 lakh shares, making up 2% of total equity and valued at ₹112 crore, are now open for trading.
• Ganesh Consumer Products: 31 lakh shares or 4% of its outstanding equity, worth ₹96 crore, can now be traded.
• Atlanta Electricals: About 14 lakh shares, or 3% of total equity, worth several crores, are now tradable post lock-in.
• Brigade Hotel Ventures: A total of 1.8 crore shares, representing 5% of its equity, are now available for trading after a three-month lock-in.
• Indiqube Spaces: With its three-month lock-in concluding, 66 lakh shares, or 3% of its equity, worth ₹147.5 crore, are open for trade.
• GNG Electronics: 29 lakh shares, equating to 3% of total equity and valued at ₹94.25 crore, are now tradable.
• Waaree Energies: The company’s long 1.5-year lock-in ends today, freeing 4.5 crore shares, or 16% of its outstanding equity, for trading.

Broader Lock-In Trend

Between October 2025 and February 2026, nearly 97 companies will see their pre-listing shareholder lock-ins expire. The cumulative value of these upcoming expiries is estimated at USD 36 billion, adding depth to the secondary market activity in the months ahead.

While not all unlocked shares will necessarily hit the market, this phase is being closely observed as it influences liquidity and investor sentiment across newly listed stocks.

Market View

The unlocking of shares from these IPOs signals a shift in supply dynamics for these counters. Typically, when lock-in periods end, early investors and promoters gain the flexibility to sell, which can impact near-term price movements. However, the extent of selling pressure depends on investor conviction and broader market trends.

For the Indian stock market, today’s lock-in expiries serve as another reminder of the rapid pace of listings seen in the past year—and the continued churn in the small and mid-cap space.

Summary

The expiry of IPO lock-ins worth ₹17,000 crore brings several newly listed names into focus, including Solarworld Energy Solutions, Waaree Energies, and Brigade Hotel Ventures. With more than 97 companies lined up for similar expiries in the coming months, market participants are watching closely to gauge liquidity trends and the next phase of activity in India’s vibrant IPO landscape.