Recode Studios IPO: From Shark Tank to Stock Market—Is This Beauty Brand a "Makeup" or a "Breakup" for Your Portfolio?
Ludhiana-based Recode Studios prepares for its ₹45 crore IPO in May 2026. With a massive s...
Read ArticleRecode Studios IPO details, live grey market premium (GMP), dates, price band, lot size, subscription & review.
| IPO Open Date | 4 May 2026 | IPO Close Date | 6 May 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basis of Allotment | TBA | Listing Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Price Band | ₹150 - ₹158 per share | Face Value | ₹10 per share |
| Market Lot Size | 800 Shares | Min Investment (Retail) | ₹2,52,800 |
| Total Issue Size | ₹158 Cr | Issue Type | Book Built Issue IPO |
| Fresh Issue | — | Offer for Sale (OFS) | — |
| Listing At | NSE, BSE | Issue Category | SME Issue |
| Registrar | TBA | ||
| Event | Tentative Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IPO Open Date | 4 May 2026 | Confirmed |
| IPO Close Date | 6 May 2026 | Confirmed |
| Basis of Allotment | TBA | Tentative |
| Initiation of Refunds | TBA | Tentative |
| Credit of Shares to Demat | TBA | Tentative |
| IPO Listing Date | 11 May 2026 | Tentative |
| Cut-off time for UPI Mandate Confirmation | 5:00 PM on Closing Day | Deadline |
* Note: Timelines are tentative and subject to regulatory confirmation. UPI mandate approvals must be completed by 5:00 PM on the IPO closing day.
| Application Category | Lots | Shares | Amount (at Cut-off) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Min) | 2 Lots | 1,600 Shares | ₹2,52,800 |
| Retail (Max) | 2 Lots | 1,600 Shares | ₹2,52,800 |
| S-HNI (Min) | 3 Lots | 2,400 Shares | ₹3,79,200 |
| S-HNI (Max) | 7 Lots | 5,600 Shares | ₹8,84,800 |
| B-HNI (Min) | 8 Lots | 6,400 Shares | ₹10,11,200 |
| Date | IPO GMP (₹) | Estimated Listing Price | Estimated Listing Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 May 2026 | ₹48 | ₹206.00 | +30.38% |
Recode Studios Limited operates in the beauty and cosmetics industry, offering a wide range of makeup, skincare, and personal care products. The company focuses on affordable and trend-driven beauty solutions designed to cater to modern consumers through both online and offline distribution channels. With the increasing popularity of beauty products, social media-driven consumer trends, and rising demand for personal grooming, the company continues to expand its market presence. Its product portfolio and digital-first marketing approach help attract a growing customer base across India. The IPO is expected to support brand expansion, product development, marketing initiatives, and working capital requirements, enabling the company to strengthen its position in the fast-growing cosmetics and beauty market.
| Investor Category | Shares Offered | Shares (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Anchor Investor | 8,01,600 Shares | — |
| QIB (Ex. Anchor) | 13,36,800 Shares | 50% |
| NII | 4,03,200 Shares | 14.29% |
| Retail | 9,37,600 Shares | 33.22% |
| Anchor Bidding Date | May 4, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Shares Offered | 8,01,600 Shares |
| Anchor Size | ₹12.67 Cr. |
| Lock-in Period (50% Shares - 30 Days) | June 7, 2026 |
| Lock-in Period (50% Shares - 90 Days) | August 6, 2026 |
| Particular | Dates |
|---|---|
| IPO Open Date | 05 May 2026 |
| IPO Close Date | 07 May 2026 |
| Basis of Allotment | - |
| Refunds | - |
| Credit to Demat Account | - |
| IPO Listing Date | 12 May 2026 |
Note: The timeline for Recode Studios IPO is tentative and subject to change.
| Particular | Shares | % Share |
|---|---|---|
| Promoter Holding Pre Issue | 81,41,144 | 88.93% |
| Promoter Holding Post Issue | 1,06,44,344 | 65.01% |
| Promoters |
|---|
| Dheeraj Bansal, Rahul Sachdeva, Shelly Bansal, Shalini Trehan, Preeti Trehan, and Karan Bansal |
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Recode Studio was founded in 2021 and is known as an Indian beauty and personal care brand. They focus on creating great branding, sourcing top-notch products and selling them all across India.
Further, they lineup covers makeup, skincare, body care, and beauty tools. They have around 350 products in various categories and prices, like face, eye and lip categories and lip makeup. Plus face and body essentials.
As of September 30, 2025, they’ve got 24 stores up and running across 14 states in India. That’s 3 company-owned and run spots (COCO) plus 21 franchise-owned and operated ones (FOFO).
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Recode Studios IPO opens for subscription on 4 May 2026 and closes on 6 May 2026.
The price band for Recode Studios IPO is set at ₹150.00 to ₹158.00 per share.
The minimum market lot size is 800 shares. A retail investor can apply for a minimum of 1 lot requiring an investment of 1,600 Shares (₹2,52,800).
The latest Grey Market Premium (GMP) for Recode Studios IPO is ₹55.10. GMP represents the unofficial premium at which shares trade prior to listing.
The basis of allotment for Recode Studios IPO is tentatively scheduled for TBA, and shares are expected to list on the stock exchanges on 11 May 2026.
The registrar details will be confirmed in the official prospectus.