Quick-commerce startup Zepto is set to raise ₹1,000 crore in a pre-IPO funding round at a valuation of $4.5 billion, according to livemint.com. The company has delayed its initial public offering, which was initially planned for July 2026, to accommodate this capital infusion aimed at strengthening its domestic shareholding.
The pre-IPO round is expected to be led primarily by existing investors, as per updated draft papers filed with the markets regulator SEBI. Zepto plans to raise approximately ₹8,010 crore through a fresh issue of shares as part of its proposed IPO. The additional funding will help the company boost its domestic shareholding to 40%, a strategic move ahead of the public listing.
This funding round underscores the growing investor interest in the quick-commerce sector, where Zepto competes with other startups focusing on rapid delivery services. The $4.5 billion valuation places Zepto among the more valuable startups in the Indian quick-commerce space. The delay in the IPO timeline reflects a cautious approach amid market conditions and the company's intent to solidify its financial position before going public.
Zepto's updated draft papers with SEBI reveal the company’s intent to raise ₹8,010 crore through its IPO. The pre-IPO round and the revised public listing timeline highlight Zepto’s strategic capital-raising efforts as it prepares for a significant market debut.