# Priveq — Pre-IPO & Unlisted Shares Investment Platform > Priveq is India's premier marketplace for investing in pre-IPO and unlisted shares of high-growth private companies before they go public. ## What is Priveq? Priveq (PRIVEQ INVESTECH PRIVATE LIMITED) is a SEBI-aligned investment platform that connects retail and institutional investors with curated, verified unlisted shares and pre-IPO stocks in India. The platform provides KYC verification, transparent live pricing, portfolio tracking, and expert advisory services. **Website**: https://priveq.in **Jurisdiction**: India **Currency**: INR (Indian Rupee) **Target Market**: Indian retail and institutional investors ## Key Services - **Marketplace**: Browse 50+ verified unlisted companies with live pricing, historical data, and company fundamentals. - **Stock Screener**: Filter unlisted shares by sector, price range, market cap, and performance metrics. - **KYC Verification**: 5-step KYC process aligned with Indian financial regulations (PAN, Aadhaar, bank verification). - **Buy/Sell Leads**: Submit buy or sell interest; processed manually by expert advisors with full transparency. - **Portfolio Tracking**: Monitor unlisted share holdings, current value, and full transaction history. - **DRHP Tracker**: Track companies that have filed a Draft Red Herring Prospectus for upcoming Indian IPOs. - **Market News**: Real-time news and updates on pre-IPO companies and private market developments. - **Blog**: Expert commentary and market analysis on unlisted shares and pre-IPO investments. - **Partner Program**: Financial advisors can partner with Priveq for revenue sharing and client management tools. ## Popular Unlisted Stocks Available on Priveq - **Swiggy** — Consumer Tech / Food Delivery (NSE listed after IPO) - **PhonePe** — Fintech / Digital Payments - **Razorpay** — Fintech / Payment Gateway - **Oyo Rooms** — Hospitality / Travel Tech - **Zepto** — Quick Commerce / Grocery Delivery - **Meesho** — Social Commerce / E-commerce - **NSDL** — Financial Infrastructure / Depository - **Tata Technologies** — Engineering Services / EV Technology - **Boat** (Imagine Marketing) — Consumer Electronics / D2C Brand - **Urban Company** — Home Services / Service Marketplace ## Key Financial Concepts Explained - **Unlisted Shares**: Equity shares of a private company not listed on any recognised stock exchange (NSE/BSE). Also called "off-market" or "grey market" shares. Traded directly between buyers and sellers. - **Pre-IPO Shares**: Shares acquired before a company's Initial Public Offering (IPO), typically at a lower valuation than the expected IPO price. - **DRHP (Draft Red Herring Prospectus)**: A preliminary IPO document filed with SEBI. Indicates a company's intent to go public within 12-18 months. - **KYC (Know Your Customer)**: Mandatory identity and financial background verification for investors under Indian law. Required before any buy/sell transaction on Priveq. - **Lot Size**: The minimum number of shares that must be purchased in a single transaction. Varies by company. - **Demat Account**: An electronic account that holds shares in dematerialised form. Required to receive unlisted shares after purchase. - **Capital Gains Tax (Unlisted Shares)**: Short-term capital gains (held < 24 months) taxed at applicable income tax slab rates. Long-term capital gains (held ≥ 24 months) taxed at 20% with indexation benefit. ## Why Invest in Pre-IPO & Unlisted Shares? 1. **Early Access**: Buy into high-growth private companies before their IPO, often at significant discounts to IPO price. 2. **IPO Upside**: Companies like Swiggy, Nykaa, and Zomato have delivered strong returns for pre-IPO investors. 3. **Portfolio Diversification**: Exposure to private market returns uncorrelated with public equity markets. 4. **Transparent Platform**: Verified counterparties, market pricing, and secure demat transfers. 5. **Regulated**: All transactions aligned with SEBI guidelines for unlisted securities. ## How Priveq Works (Step-by-Step) 1. **Sign Up**: Create an account with email or Google/GitHub OAuth. 2. **Complete KYC**: Submit PAN, Aadhaar, and bank details for verification (typically 24-48 hours). 3. **Browse Marketplace**: Explore 50+ unlisted stocks with prices, fundamentals, and historical data. 4. **Submit Lead**: Place a buy or sell interest for your chosen stock and quantity. 5. **Expert Review**: Priveq advisors verify availability and negotiate the best price. 6. **Transfer & Settlement**: Shares are transferred to your demat account after payment confirmation. ## Platform Trust & Safety - KYC mandatory for all transactions - Counterparty verification before every trade - Transparent pricing with historical price charts - All documents (PAN, Aadhaar, CML, Cancelled Cheque) securely stored - No hidden fees — transparent pricing model ## Common Questions **Q: Is it legal to buy unlisted shares in India?** A: Yes. Buying and selling unlisted shares is completely legal in India. These transactions are governed by SEBI regulations. Investors receive shares in their demat account. **Q: What is the minimum investment on Priveq?** A: Varies by company. Each stock has a minimum lot size listed on its marketplace page. Typically starts from ₹10,000–₹50,000. **Q: How are unlisted shares taxed in India?** A: STCG (< 24 months) at income tax slab rates. LTCG (≥ 24 months) at 20% with indexation. Surcharge and cess applicable as per Income Tax Act. **Q: How do I sell unlisted shares I bought on Priveq?** A: Submit a sell lead on the platform. Priveq will match you with verified buyers and process the off-market transfer. **Q: What happens when an unlisted company goes public (IPO)?** A: Pre-IPO shares convert to publicly listed shares after the IPO lock-in period (typically 6 months for non-institutional investors). You can then sell on NSE/BSE. ## Pages & Routes - [Home](https://priveq.in/) — Platform overview, featured stocks, investment thesis - [Marketplace](https://priveq.in/marketplace) — Browse all 50+ available unlisted shares with live pricing - [Stock Screener](https://priveq.in/screener) — Advanced filters: sector, price, market cap, growth - [DRHP Filed Companies](https://priveq.in/drhp-filed) — Track upcoming IPO candidates - [Market News](https://priveq.in/news) — Real-time news on pre-IPO and private market companies - [Blog](https://priveq.in/blog) — Expert market insights and investment analysis - [How It Works](https://priveq.in/how-it-works) — Step-by-step guide to investing on Priveq - [FAQs](https://priveq.in/faqs) — Comprehensive support center for investors - [KYC Guide](https://priveq.in/kyc-guide) — What documents are needed and how to complete KYC - [Partner Program](https://priveq.in/partner) — Join our financial advisor network - [About Us](https://priveq.in/about) — Company information and team - [Contact](https://priveq.in/contact) — Reach the Priveq team - [Pricing](https://priveq.in/pricing) — Fee structure and pricing model ## Company Information - **Legal Name**: PRIVEQ INVESTECH PRIVATE LIMITED - **Country**: India - **Industry**: Financial Services / Investment Platform / Fintech - **Focus**: Pre-IPO and Unlisted Share Trading - **Regulatory Alignment**: SEBI guidelines for unlisted securities