NSDL Shares Worth ₹1,000 Crore to Unlock for Trading on September 3 as Lock-in Ends

According to Nuvama Alternative and Quantitative Research, on September 3, 2025, National Securities Depository Ltd. (NSDL) will see a release of 7.5 million shares from its 1-month lock-in period post IPO, unlocking equity worth nearly ₹1,000 crore for trading. 

7.5 Million NSDL Shares Set to Enter Market on September 3

The 1-month shareholder lock-in period for NSDL will end on September 3, 2025, leading to the availability of 7.5 million shares for trading. This represents 4% of the company’s total outstanding equity. At the current market price of ₹1,285.50 per share, this newly tradable chunk is valued at close to ₹1,000 crore.

Post Listing Performance of NSDL Shares

Since listing on August 6, 2025, NSDL shares have posted gains in 12 out of 18 sessions, staying above their IPO issue price of ₹800. The stock registered a post-listing high of ₹1,425 before witnessing minor corrections. As of the latest trading session, the stock is up 0.8%, priced at ₹1,285.50, standing 60% higher than its IPO price.

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Upcoming Unlock from 3 Month Lock-In Period

In addition to the current release, another 8 million NSDL shares amounting to 4% equity are slated for trading after the 3-month lock-in ends on November 3, 2025. This phased unlocking will continue reshaping the liquidity dynamics of the stock in the near term.

NSDL Share Price Performance

On September 2, 2025, NSDL share price opened at ₹1,282 on BSE, above the previous close of ₹1,275.40. During the day, it surged to ₹1,305.55 and dipped to ₹1,270.45. The stock is trading at ₹1,279.65 as of 3:15 PM. The stock registered a marginal gain of 0.33%.

Conclusion

With 7.5 million shares unlocking on September 3, 2025, worth ₹1,000 crore, NSDL enters a new phase of post-IPO trading activity. The stock’s sustained performance since its debut and anticipation of the next unlock on November 3, 2025, continue to keep NSDL in focus for market participants.

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