Find answers to common questions that you may have in your mind.
The lock-in period for NSE India Limited Unlisted Shares varies depending on the category of investors:
This regulation was introduced by SEBI in August 2021. The rule change, which reduced the lock-in period from one year to six months, was aimed at encouraging more investments in startups that are preparing for public offerings or IPOs. This reduction in the lock-in period is seen as a significant step forward, and since its introduction, many Portfolio Management Services (PMS) have been advising their clients to invest in Pre-IPO shares to capitalize on the benefits of early-stage investments.
However, for SME IPOs, the lock-in period is of One year.
Long-term Capital Gains (LTCG) on unlisted shares in India refer to the profits earned from the sale of unlisted shares that have been held for more than two years. The key aspects of LTCG on unlisted shares include:
The process of buying NSE unlisted shares is now instant and hassle-free:
Provide Basic KYC Documents:
You only need to submit the following for name approval and compliance:
Client Master List (CML) copy
PAN card
Cancelled cheque
Same-Day Credit of Shares:
Once your KYC is verified and payment is completed, shares are credited to your Demat account on the same day.
No Share Purchase Agreement (SPA), annexures, broker verification letter, or DIS slips are required anymore.
The earlier process that took up to three months has been completely replaced by a single-day, seamless transfer system effective from 23 March 2025.
The earlier process — which used to take up to three months (1–1.5 months for name approval and another month for share transfer) — has now been replaced by a single-day, seamless transfer system effective from 23 March 2025.
There are no additional costs such as stamp papers, document preparation charges, or consultant fees.
Stamp Duty and DP charges are now included in the price of the shares, making the transaction completely transparent and all-inclusive.
You need to submit your Client Master List (CML) copy, PAN card, Aadhar card, and a cancelled cheque for KYC purposes.
The price of NSE Unlisted Shares is determined by the market demand and supply, and it may also be influenced by the company’s financial performance, market sentiment, and potential future growth. As these shares are not traded on a public exchange, pricing information may not be as readily available as for listed shares.
Investing in NSE Unlisted Shares involves risks like limited liquidity, regulatory changes, and the potential delay in share transfer due to the requirement of board approval. Investors should also consider the market conditions and the company's financial performance before investing.