Lenskart, India’s top omnichannel eyewear retailer, has secured approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to go public, according to multiple reports. The company is expected to file its updated draft prospectus in the coming weeks, with plans to list on the stock market by mid-November 2025.
The IPO will include a fresh equity raise of ₹2,150 crore, along with an offer-for-sale (OFS) where founders and key investors will sell up to 132.3 million shares. The total issue size is estimated at ₹7,500–8,000 crore ($850–900 million), positioning it among the largest public offerings in India next year.
Just a month ago, shareholders had approved the plan to raise ₹2,150 crore through the IPO.
Financial Performance and Growth
Lenskart delivered a strong financial comeback in FY25. Revenue grew 22.6% year-on-year to ₹6,653 crore, up from ₹5,428 crore in FY24. More notably, the company turned profitable — posting a net profit of ₹297 crore after a ₹10 crore loss the previous year.
This turnaround was driven by growth across online and offline channels, an expanding retail footprint, and a wider product range. EBITDA margins also moved into positive territory, giving the company a healthier financial foundation ahead of its market debut.
The IPO proceeds will be used to expand its company-owned store network, enhance brand marketing, upgrade technology infrastructure, and pursue strategic acquisitions to strengthen its market position.
Blinkit Partnership: Glasses Delivered in 10 Minutes
In a recent collaboration with Blinkit, Lenskart introduced a quick-delivery eyewear service. Customers can now order prescription glasses via the Blinkit app and receive them in about 10 minutes. Users simply select their lens power (ranging from -0.25 to -1.5) and frame color—no prescription required.
Funding History and Major Investors
Since its inception, Lenskart has raised over $1.8 billion through multiple funding rounds. Its investor lineup features some of the world’s largest funds, including SoftBank Vision Fund, ADIA, Temasek, Fidelity, Kedaara Capital, KKR, and Premji Invest.
In 2023 and early 2024, the company attracted major investments—$500 million from ADIA and $100 million from ChrysCapital. Several of these rounds included secondary share sales, giving early investors and founders partial exits at strong valuations.
Other Startups Preparing for IPOs
Lenskart joins a growing list of Indian startups approved by SEBI to go public, reflecting the strength of India’s IPO pipeline. Other notable names include:
- boAt (Imagine Marketing) – preparing for its long-awaited listing after multiple confidential filings.
- Capillary Technologies – a SaaS company focused on customer engagement, approved to raise ₹430 crore in fresh funds.
- Groww – the wealth-tech platform, ramping up founder stakes ahead of its IPO.
- Pine Labs – the retail payments fintech, also gearing up for its public debut.
Nearly 70 companies currently have DRHPs under SEBI review, collectively aiming to raise over ₹1.4 trillion across sectors like fintech, SaaS, consumer goods, and logistics, signaling strong investor interest and solid economic fundamentals.
The Bigger Picture
Lenskart’s SEBI nod marks a milestone in its growth story and highlights the maturing of India’s startup ecosystem. With solid financials, global investor backing, and clear expansion plans, the company appears well-positioned for a successful market debut this November.
Alongside peers like boAt, Capillary, and Groww, Lenskart represents the new generation of Indian tech-led consumer brands ready to make their mark on Dalal Street.