Key Takeaways
- Arms Securities was founded in 1990 and is among the original members of India's unquoted stock market.
- We have identified pre-IPO multibaggers including DLF, ISGEC, LUX Industries, Nazara Technologies, D-Mart, and L&T Infotech.
- We specialise in unlisted, delisted, pre-IPO, unquoted, and physical share certificate trading — the full spectrum of India's private securities market.
- Our team has facilitated thousands of transactions across 35+ years with a record of trust, transparency, and fair pricing.
- We deal in both physical (paper certificate) and demat format shares — a rare capability in modern India.
Arms Securities has been operating in India's private securities market since 1990 — over 35 years before terms like "unlisted shares" or "pre-IPO investing" entered mainstream financial vocabulary. We were among the founders of the unquoted stock market in India, building our expertise in a time when physical share certificates were the norm and digital depository systems didn't exist.
Today, while many platforms have entered the unlisted share space, Arms Securities remains distinct: we are one of the very few dealers in India that handles delisted shares, physical share certificates, unquoted shares, unlisted shares, and pre-IPO securities — the entire spectrum of India's private equity market.
This is our story — and how it makes us the right partner for you.
The Beginning: 1990 and India's Private Securities Market
When Arms Securities was established in 1990, India's financial markets looked very different:
- The BSE was the dominant exchange; NSE didn't exist yet (it launched in 1994)
- Demat accounts were not available — all shares were physical certificates
- There was no SEBI regulation of the unlisted market
- "Unlisted shares" were traded informally through a small circle of specialist dealers
Arms Securities entered this market as one of India's earliest and most committed intermediaries for unquoted and illiquid shares. The founders recognised a fundamental truth: millions of Indians held shares in private companies, inherited old certificates, or couldn't trade their delisted holdings — and had nowhere to turn.
We built the infrastructure, the network, and the expertise to serve them.
Building the Track Record: Identifying Multibaggers Before They Were Famous
The most powerful demonstration of Arms Securities' expertise is not what we say about ourselves — it is the companies we identified for clients before they became household names.
DLF Limited
Before DLF became India's largest listed real estate developer, Arms Securities helped clients accumulate its shares in the unlisted market. The company's 2007 IPO was the largest Indian IPO at that time — early investors saw life-changing returns.
D-Mart (Avenue Supermarts)
D-Mart listed on NSE and BSE in 2017 and proceeded to become one of India's best-performing large-cap stocks. Arms Securities identified the opportunity and made it available to clients in the pre-IPO phase.
Nazara Technologies
Now a listed gaming and sports media company, Nazara Technologies was an early Arms Securities pick in the unlisted phase. Post-IPO performance rewarded patient pre-IPO investors handsomely.
LUX Industries
A leading innerwear brand, LUX Industries was available in unlisted form through Arms Securities before its listing.
L&T Infotech (now LTIMindtree)
One of India's top-tier IT services companies, L&T Infotech (now part of the merged LTIMindtree entity) was identified as a pre-IPO pick by Arms Securities.
ISGEC Heavy Engineering
A manufacturer of heavy engineering products and boilers, ISGEC delivered multi-year returns for Arms Securities' clients who invested before its public listing.
This is not coincidence — it is 35 years of deep market research, company evaluation, and sector insight.
What Makes Arms Securities Different from Other Unlisted Share Dealers?
India's unlisted share market has grown significantly in the last 5–7 years, and several platforms have entered the space. Here is what sets Arms Securities apart:
1. We Handle Physical Share Certificates
Most modern platforms deal exclusively in demat-format unlisted shares. Arms Securities is one of the very few dealers who can handle physical share certificates — including authentication, valuation, and facilitation of transfer or dematerialisation.
Millions of Indians hold physical certificates of companies that were listed decades ago and have since been delisted. For many of them, Arms Securities is the only option to convert these certificates into cash.
2. We Specialise in Delisted Shares
Delisted shares are the most underserved segment of India's private securities market. When a company delists, most mainstream dealers stop dealing in its shares entirely. Arms Securities continues — because we have the network, the knowledge, and the commitment to serve shareholders even in these difficult situations.
Learn about our delisted share services →
3. We Are Original Founders of the Unquoted Stock Market
Arms Securities participated in establishing the informal unquoted stock market in India — the trading ecosystem for shares of companies that have never been listed. This experience is irreplaceable.
4. Transparent Pricing Since Day One
All our buy and sell prices are published live on our website at www.armssecurities.com/share. There are no hidden spreads, no undisclosed markups. What you see is what you get.
5. End-to-End Transaction Support
From the first inquiry to the final demat credit or cheque clearance, our team handles every step. This is especially important for first-time unlisted share investors who may be unfamiliar with off-market transfer procedures.
Our Services: The Full Spectrum of India's Private Securities Market
Arms Securities provides comprehensive services across:
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Unlisted Shares | Buy/sell shares of companies not yet listed on any exchange |
| Pre-IPO Shares | Early access to companies planning imminent IPOs |
| Delisted Shares | Buy/sell shares of companies removed from exchange trading |
| Unquoted Shares | Shares of private companies with no exchange quote ever |
| Physical Certificates | Authentication, valuation, and transfer of paper share certificates |
| IPO Shares | Access to recently listed IPO opportunities |
| Unlisted Securities | Debt instruments, bonds, and other unlisted securities |
This full-spectrum service is unique in India's unlisted share market.
What Our Clients Say
Arms Securities has served thousands of investors across 35+ years. Here is what some of them have experienced:
"Being the oldest in the industry I always find their prices extremely competitive and they always work with an extremely low margin."
— Aisha Verma, Client
"Arms Securities is the best in the business of unlisted shares. I always contact them for all my investment needs. I have done trades worth more than 10 crores with the company."
— Vinay Pawar, Client
"It was a pleasure selling shares to Arms Securities. I held shares that were not listed in the stock market for a long time. They helped me liquidate the shares and I got good returns."
— Naresh Kana, Client
Our Presence: 2,000+ Companies Covered
Arms Securities has built one of India's most comprehensive databases of unlisted company share prices and transaction history:
- 2,000+ private companies in our research universe
- 100+ unlisted companies with live buy/sell prices on our website
- ₹55B+ equity under management
- 300,000+ investor accounts engaged
- 40+ countries where our clients are based
Browse our complete share listing →
How to Work with Arms Securities
Starting your investment journey with Arms Securities takes minutes:
- Browse our live unlisted share prices at www.armssecurities.com
- Call or WhatsApp us to discuss your requirements — whether you want to buy, sell, or understand the value of shares you already hold
- Our team will walk you through pricing, documentation, and the transaction process
- Complete the transaction — payment, demat transfer, and confirmation within 24–48 hours
Call/WhatsApp: +91-8882245112 | +91-9899131155
Email: contact@armssecurities.com
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is Arms Securities SEBI registered?
Arms Securities operates in the OTC unlisted share market, which is not a SEBI-regulated exchange. All our demat transfers are executed through NSDL/CDSL, which are SEBI-regulated depositories. Physical share transfers use the statutory SH-4/Form 7B transfer deeds. We operate with full compliance with applicable laws. For investment advice, we recommend consulting a SEBI-registered advisor for personalised guidance.
Q2. How do I know Arms Securities is trustworthy?
Arms Securities has been in business since 1990 — over 35 years. We have facilitated thousands of transactions without a single verified complaint of fraud. Our prices are published transparently on our website. Our clients include individuals, HNIs, family offices, and institutional investors. Our client testimonials are available on our success stories page.
Q3. Do you buy shares from investors who want to sell?
Yes, we are buyers as well as sellers. If you hold unlisted, delisted, or unquoted shares and wish to exit, contact us. We assess your holding and provide a fair purchase price based on current OTC demand.
Q4. Can Arms Securities help me with old physical share certificates?
Yes. This is a speciality service that very few dealers offer. Contact us with the company name, number of shares, certificate numbers, and your contact details. We will assess the certificates and advise on their current value and how to proceed with a sale or dematerialisation.
Q5. Do you charge any commission or brokerage?
Arms Securities earns from the spread between buy and sell prices, similar to how any market maker operates. All prices displayed on our website include this spread transparently. There are no additional commissions or hidden charges beyond what is disclosed.
Conclusion
Thirty-five years is not just a number. It represents thousands of investors served, hundreds of successful exits facilitated, and a track record of identifying value before the broader market catches on.
Whether you are a first-time investor curious about unlisted shares, an inheritor holding decades-old certificates, or an experienced investor looking for the next multibagger pre-IPO opportunity — Arms Securities is the partner that brings experience, integrity, and expertise to your journey.
+91-8882245112 | contact@armssecurities.com | www.armssecurities.com
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