Summary:
Reliance Jio IPO is expected in the first half of 2026. As SEBI proposed reducing the minimum equity dilution requirement by 5% to 2.5% and the deadline for 25% public shareholding to 10 years, it has made the market easier for big companies to list in NSE.
Reliance Jio IPO: Listing Date and Issue Size?
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecommunications and digital services company, with 500+ million customers, is preparing to make a listing in the beginning of 2026. Analysts hope that Jio’s IPO evaluation is between Rs 7–13.5 lakh crores, making it the largest IPO in India. Under the modified structure of SEBI, the band size is estimated to be around Rs 30,000 crore, instead of Rs 70,000 crores.
SEBI’s Rule Change Explained
- Earlier Rules: In IPOs, companies worth more than 5 lakh crores, at least 5% equity had to be offloaded.
- New Rule: Initially only 2.5% equity should be offered.
- Extended Timelines: 10 years time instead of 5 years to meet the 25% minimum public shareholding norm. Companies now have 25% minimum public shareholding criteria to meet in 10 years (instead of 5).
This change reduces market shocks, allowing large IPOs like Jio and NSE to raise money slowly without losing liquidity.
Reliance Jio’s Financial Strength
- FY25 revenue of Rs 1.28 lakh crore
- EBITDA of Rs 64,170 crore
- Professional segments include telecom, broadband, digital commerce and entertainment, the backbone of India’s digital economy.
Mukesh Ambani confirmed at Reliance’s AGM that the Jio would publicly open its offering in 2026.
NSE and Other Giants to Benefit
The National Stock Exchange (NSE), which costs more than 5 lakh crores, is another major beneficiary of SEBI’s rules. Its long-delayed IPO is now more possible, including India’s large listing in a strong pipeline at a price of ₹ 2.8 lakh crore.
Why Investors Should Care
- Stable listings: Small floats mean low volatility.
- Strong access: Retail investors get easy admission to India’s largest companies.
- Market stability: Large IPOs like Jio can now be absorbed without a shock of liquidity.
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