The focus keyword Lenskart IPO marks what could be one of India’s landmark listings in 2025. Eyewear-retailer Lenskart is set to open its initial public offering for subscription on 31 October 2025, with the public issue closing on 4 November.
Regulatory approval has already been secured.
What’s the Issue Structure & Size?
- Lenskart proposes to raise ₹2,150 crore via a fresh share issue.
- In addition, an Offer for Sale (OFS) by existing shareholders of approximately 12.75 crore equity shares is being planned.
- The total issue size is estimated around ₹7,278–₹7,300 crore.
- Valuation of the company is cited around ₹70,000 crore.
Key Dates & Listing Timeline
- Anchor investor bidding: 30 October 2025.
- Public subscription opens: 31 October 2025.
- Subscription closes: 4 November 2025.
- Expected listing date: around 10 November 2025 (based on reports).
Why It Matters
Growth in Eyewear & Omni-Channel
Lenskart is recognised as a major player in organised eyewear retail in India, combining online and physical store formats. With rising demand for vision correction, premium eyewear, and more consumer-awareness, this IPO is seen as a proxy to that growth.
Big Valuation & Market Expectations
With a valuation near ₹70,000 crore, investor expectations are high. The size and prominence of the issue mean it will draw attention from the institutional and retail investor community alike.
Signals for Startup-IPO Pipeline
The success of this listing could pave the way for other major tech / consumer startup IPOs. Reports suggest this could kick off a larger wave of fundraising
What the Company Plans to Do With Funds
From the fresh issue proceeds, Lenskart plans multiple uses:
- Expand company-owned, company-operated (CoCo) stores in India.
- Invest in technology and cloud infrastructure.
- Marketing, brand building and potentially inorganic acquisitions. Business Standard
Risks & Things to Watch
- Valuation risk: With a high valuation, market listing gains may be hard to guarantee.
- Execution risk: Store expansion, supply chain scaling, maintaining margins and omni-channel integration are complex.
- Competition: The eyewear segment is becoming crowded; sustaining growth will matter.
- Market sentiment: The timing, investor appetite, macroeconomic conditions will influence subscription and listing outcome.
Conclusion
The upcoming Lenskart IPO is shaping up to be a significant event in India’s capital market in 2025. For investors, it offers a chance to participate in a high-visibility consumer-tech/retail story. That said, the high expectations demand careful evaluation of valuation, growth plans and risk factors.
