The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is the apex regulatory body for the securities and capital markets in India. Established in 1988 and granted statutory powers in 1992 under the SEBI Act, it operates under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. SEBI’s core mandate is to protect investor interests, regulate the securities market, and ensure its development and orderly functioning.
SEBI governs stock exchanges, brokers, mutual funds, portfolio managers, investment advisors, and credit rating agencies. It enforces transparency, accountability, and fair trading practices across India’s equity, bond, and derivatives markets. With a strong focus on investor protection, SEBI sets strict disclosure norms, combats insider trading, and monitors corporate governance standards.
Its initiatives like T+1 settlement, e-KYC, online grievance redressal (SCORES), and promoting REITs/InvITs have modernized market operations. It also rolls out investor education programs to build market awareness, especially among retail investors.
SEBI’s proactive reforms ensure India’s capital markets remain robust, efficient, and globally competitive. From issuing guidelines for IPOs to monitoring algorithmic trading, SEBI’s oversight touches every stakeholder in the financial ecosystem. Its official site provides access to regulations, circulars, public notices, and real-time market insights for professionals and investors alike.
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