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An IPO (Initial Public Offering) is when a company offers its shares to the public for the first time. In Nepal, you can apply for IPOs through the C-ASBA (Central Application Supported by Blocked Amount) system. Simply visit your bank or use online banking to apply during the IPO application period. You'll need a demat account (CDS account) and the IPO application form from your bank.

C-ASBA stands for Central Application Supported by Blocked Amount. It's a system where your application money is blocked in your bank account during the IPO application period instead of being debited immediately. If you're allocated shares, the money is debited; if not, it's automatically unblocked. Different banks charge varying C-ASBA fees, which we track and display on our platform. Check out our C-ASBA charges page at /casba.php for details.

You can check IPO results through multiple methods: (1) Visit the CDSC (Central Depository System & Clearing Ltd.) website at https://www.cdsc.com.np and use the IPO Result Check tool with your BOID number, (2) Check your bank's C-ASBA portal, (3) Contact your bank directly, or (4) Use online IPO result checking services. Results are typically announced within a few weeks after the IPO closes.

IPO (Initial Public Offering): First-time sale of company shares to the public. FPO (Follow-on Public Offering): When an already listed company issues additional shares to the public. Right Shares: Shares offered to existing shareholders at a discounted price, usually in proportion to their current holdings. Right shares help companies raise capital while giving existing shareholders priority to maintain their ownership percentage.

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To open a demat (CDS) account in Nepal, you typically need: (1) Citizenship certificate or passport, (2) Recent passport-sized photographs, (3) Bank account details, (4) Filled CDS account opening form from your broker or depository participant, and (5) Know Your Customer (KYC) form. Some brokers may also require proof of address and a recommendation letter.

NEPSE trading hours are from Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Nepal Standard Time). The market remains closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and public holidays. It's important to note that IPO applications are usually open during specific dates announced by the company and SEBON, which may differ from regular trading hours.

You can use our Buy/Sell Calculator tool on the website. Generally, profit = (Selling Price × Quantity) - (Buying Price × Quantity) - (Brokerage + Commission + Other Charges). Don't forget to account for broker commission (usually 0.4-0.6%), SEBON fees, DP fees, and capital gains tax if applicable. Our calculator automatically factors in all these charges.

The minimum investment for IPOs varies by company, but typically ranges from 10-50 units of shares. Each unit usually costs Rs. 100 per share, so the minimum investment is often around Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 5,000. Some IPOs may have higher minimum requirements. Always check the specific IPO prospectus for exact details.

After IPO allocation results are announced, shares are typically credited to your demat account within 7-15 working days. The exact timeline depends on the company and CDSC processing. You'll receive the shares directly in your CDS account, and you can start trading them once they're listed on NEPSE, usually within 30-45 days after the IPO closes.