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Groww parent Billionbrains Garage Ventures gets Sebi nod for IPO, likely to raise $1 billionThe company, which is backed by marquee investors like Peak XV, Tiger Capital, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, plans to use proceeds of the IPO for investment in technology development and business expansion.By CNBC-TV18 August 28, 2025, 11:03:46 PM IST (Published)2 Min ReadBillionbrains Garage Ventures, the parent of stockbroking platform Groww, has received Sebi’s approval on Thursday (August 28) to launch its IPO, through which it aims to raise $700 million to $1 billion. The company's proposed IPO is a combination of a fresh issue of equity shares and an offer for sale (OFS) component.

Billionbrains Garage Ventures, in May, filed a draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with Sebi through a confidential pre-filing route. The company, which is backed by marquee investors like Peak XV, Tiger Capital, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, plans to use proceeds of the IPO for investment in technology development and business expansion.

Groww has become the second new-age tech company this year, after PhysicsWallah, to secure the markets regulator's approval following the submission of draft IPO papers through the confidential pre-filing route. It is likely to file its updated DRHP publicly in the coming weeks.

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Founded in 2016, Groww is India's largest stockbroker with over 12.3 million active clients, holding over 26 per cent market share as of August 2025. According to ROC filings, the company posted revenues of ₹4,056 crore and a profit after tax of ₹1,818 crore for FY25.

Recently, the stock broking firm also closed a $200 million funding round at a $7 billion valuation, with Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC and existing investor Iconiq Capital participating.

Groww opted for the confidential pre-filing route, which allows it to withhold public disclosure of IPO details under the DRHP until later stages. This route is gaining traction among Indian firms aiming for flexibility in their IPO plans.

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To manage the offering, Groww already appointed JP Morgan India Private Ltd, Kotak Mahindra Capital Company Ltd, Citigroup Global Markets Private Ltd, Axis Capital Ltd, and Motilal Oswal Securities Ltd.Continue ReadingCheck out our in-depth Market Coverage, Business News & get real-time Stock Market Updates on CNBC-TV18. Also, Watch our channels CNBC-TV18, CNBC Awaaz and CNBC Bajar Live on-the-go!TagsGrowwIPO