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The initial public offering (IPO) of Turtlemint Fintech Solutions Ltd entered its second day of subscription on June 22, attracting moderate investor interest. The ₹882.67-crore mainboard issue has seen nearly half of the shares on offer subscribed, with investors closely watching its grey market premium (GMP), valuation, and long-term growth prospects.
IPO Subscription Status
As of 10:30 AM on Day 2, the IPO was subscribed 0.49 times overall.
- Overall Subscription: 0.49x
- Retail Investor Category: 0.43x
- Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs): 0.75x
- Non-Institutional Investors (NIIs): 0.02x
The public issue will remain open for subscription until June 23, while the proposed listing on the NSE and BSE is scheduled for June 29.
IPO Price Band and Lot Size
Turtlemint has fixed the IPO price band at ₹144–₹152 per share.
Minimum Investment
- Lot Size: 98 shares
- Investment per Lot: ₹14,896 (at upper price band)
NII Investment Requirements
- Small NII: Minimum 14 lots (₹2.09 lakh)
- Big NII: Minimum 68 lots (₹10.13 lakh)
Grey Market Premium (GMP)
According to market sources, Turtlemint shares are trading at around ₹153.50 in the grey market.
- IPO Upper Price: ₹152
- GMP: ₹1.50
- Premium: Approximately 0.99%
The low GMP suggests limited listing gains and indicates a largely flat debut on the stock exchanges.
Should You Subscribe?
Brokerage firm Bajaj Broking has assigned a positive long-term outlook to the IPO and recommends it primarily for investors with a medium- to long-term investment horizon.
Key Strengths
- India’s largest certified PoSP (Point of Sales Person) network
- Partnerships with 45 insurance companies
- Strong technology-driven insurance distribution platform
- Significant presence in underpenetrated B30+ markets
- Beneficiary of increasing insurance penetration in India
Key Risks
- The company has not yet achieved consistent profitability
- Valuations are not considered inexpensive
- Near-term listing gains may remain limited
According to analysts, investors with a 3–5 year horizon may benefit from the company’s growth potential in the insurtech and insurance distribution sector.
IPO Structure and Fund Utilisation
The IPO comprises:
- Fresh Issue: ₹660.72 crore
- Offer for Sale (OFS): ₹221.95 crore
Several promoters and existing investors, including Kunal Shah, Nexus Venture Partners, Peak XV Partners, Blume Ventures, and GGV Capital, are partially reducing their holdings through the OFS.
The company plans to use the fresh issue proceeds for:
- Technology and cloud infrastructure expansion
- Product development and employee expenses
- Marketing initiatives
- Lease obligations
- Working capital support for subsidiary TIB
- Potential acquisitions and inorganic growth opportunities
About Turtlemint
Founded in 2015 by Dhirendra Mahyavanshi and Anand Prabhudesai, Turtlemint operates a digital insurance distribution platform that helps customers and advisors compare, purchase, and manage insurance products.
The company claims to have sold over 1.6 crore insurance policies through a network of more than five lakh advisors. Apart from insurance products, the platform also facilitates mutual funds, loans, and credit card offerings.
While immediate listing gains may be modest, Turtlemint’s strong market presence and exposure to India’s expanding insurance sector make it an IPO worth considering for long-term investors.