Overview
Congratulations. You’ve taken the 1st step to the world of investing. NSE welcomes you on board and is happy to partner with you in your journey. The NSE platform offers an inter-connected world of product offerings ranging from low to complex range of products to suit your investment needs and to meet your financial objectives. We have created this section, to provide a single stop to understand and navigate the world of financial markets by safeguarding your interest. This section covers the basics that every investor in the Financial Markets ought to know, right from opening a Trading Account to managing their investment portfolio and raising complaints or issues with the Exchange against companies or trading members.
Basics of Financial Markets
Concepts of Financial Markets
How to Register for Trade Alerts
Basic FAQS on Secondary Markets
For investor education SEBI has released a mobile app named "Saa₹thi" which contains educational content like basic concepts related to securities market, KYC mechanism, mutual funds, investor grievance redressal mechanism, introduction to derivatives, etc. This App is developed in Hindi and English language and is available on both iOS and Android platforms. To download the app kindly scan the below QR code:
1. QR Code for iOS
2. QR Code for Android
With a view to providing visibility of client-wise collateral and in compliance with SEBI circular no. SEBI/HO/MRD2_DCAP/CIR/2021/0598 dated July 20, 2021, NSE Clearing has provided a web portal facility to allow clients to view their disaggregated collateral placed with Member and as reported by their registered Trading Member /Clearing Member.
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New Client Margin Guidelines
- Stock Brokers can accept securities as margin from clients only by way of pledge in the depository system w.e.f. September 1, 2020.
- Update your mobile number & email Id with your stock broker/depository participant and receive OTP directly from depository on your email id and/or mobile number to create pledge.
- Pay 20% upfront margin of the transaction value to trade in cash market segment.
- Investors may please refer to the Exchange's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) issued vide circular reference NSE/INSP/45191 dated July 31, 2020 and NSE/INSP/45534 dated August 31, 2020 and other guidelines issued from time to time in this regard.
- Check your Securities /MF/ Bonds in the consolidated account statement issued by NSDL/CDSL every month.
Download Circular on "Guidelines/clarifications on Margin collection & reporting" (.pdf): 31-Aug-2020
Download Guidelines/clarifications on Margin collection & reporting (.pdf): 31-Aug-2020
- SEBI Booklet on Securities Market - Understanding from Investor Perspective.
Click here to check SEBI Booklet on Securities Market - All shareholders are requested to ensure that the shares lodged for transfer w.e.f. December 05, 2018 are mandatorily in dematerialized form. For details refer gazette notification with respect to mandatory dematerialisation for transfer of securities issued on June 8, 2018.
Gazette notification w.r.t. mandatory dematerialisation of shares (.zip) - No need to issue cheques by investors while subscribing to IPO. Just write the bank account number and sign in the application form to authorise your bank to make payment in case of allotment. No worries for refund as the money remains in investor's account
- Prevent unauthorised transactions in your account. Update your mobile numbers/email IDs with your stock brokers. Receive information of your transactions directly from Exchange on your mobile/email at the end of the day.
Investors beware about fraud schemes (.pdf)
- Investors beware while dealing based on unsolicited Stock Tip/ Recommendation circulated by unauthorized/ unregistered entities, received through Whatsapp, Telegram, SMS, Calls, etc and take an informed decision before investing.
- Investors may report unsolicited Stock Tip/Recommendation on +91 8291833676 or on designated email id i.e. feedbk_invg@nse.co.in. Please note that references so received shall be considered for inclusion in the ‘For information/Current Watch List’ only after ascertaining their veracity/genuineness.
Download file for Mandatory Details for reporting unsolicited Stock Tip/ Recommendation (.pdf) - Current Watch list
Download Current Watch list (.xlsx) - Historical Watch list
Download Historical Watch list (.xlsx) - For Information - List
Download Information Scrip List (.xlsx)
Investor Awareness Programs
NSE conducts different training programs for investors from time to time to help them gain a better understanding of the market.
Welcome Kit for investors_EnglishInvestor Services Center - Domestic
National Stock Exchange of India Ltd.
6th floor, Kohinoor City,
Tower – 1, Commercial – II,
Kirol Road, Off. L.B.S. Marg,
Kurla (W),Mumbai – 400 070
Tel. No: 022-26598100
E-mail: nseiscmum@nse.co.in
Investor Services Center - International
National Stock Exchange of India Ltd.
Exchange Plaza,
Plot no. C/1, G Block,
Bandra-Kurla Complex
Bandra (E)
Mumbai - 400 051.
E-mail: fig@nse.co.in
VIDEOS
Investor Awareness | Unsolicited Stock Tips
Don't be an easy target to unsolicited stock tips received or recommendations. Do your own research.
Investor Awareness | Do not share your Trading Password
Username and password are like your security guards, and SMS notifications are like CCTV cameras of your trading account. To know more watch this video.
Investor Awareness | Take informed decision before trading in derivatives
Watch the video to understand why it is important to take informed decision before trading in derivatives!
Investor Awareness | Don't fall for Assured Returns in Stock Market
Watch the video to understand the various illegal schemes being offered in the market.
Investor Awareness | Always take the payout of excess funds lying in your trading account
Brokers are not Bankers: A Smart Investor does not keep funds idle with the stockbroker. Watch this video to learn more!
Investor Awareness | Unsolicited Stock Tips through Social Media
Be a well-informed investor: Discover how retail investors are scammed through social media, calls, SMS and online videos.
Investor Awareness | Importance of updated KYC Details
Discover how updated contact details with the Stock broker can unlock the power of transparency in today's trading world.
Don't fall for false promises of assured returns!
Any promise of assured/guaranteed returns in the securities market is illegal! Don't fall for unsolicited advice promising exorbitant returns.
Guidelines to Invest Safely in Stock Market
Here's a quick look at some essential guidelines for safe stock market investing!
Trade smart, trade safe: Always verify all communication from the exchange!
Trade smart, trade safe! Don't just make transactions; make it a ritual to verify exchange messages, and add an extra layer of confidence in your trading journey.
Learn about the safeguard measures provided by NSE through its Investor Protection Fund (IPF)
Knowledge is your shield in the world of investments. Learn about the safeguard measures provided by NSE through its Investor Protection Fund (IPF) its eligibility criteria for compensation, scenarios that won't be accepted, and the specific cases in which the IPF can provide protection.
Invest Safely: Beware of Online Influencers while investing in Capital Markets
Don’t get misled by self-proclaimed influencers who may misguide investors under the guise of education. Discover the truth behind stock market influencers and their tips. Be a smart investor and always do your own research before investing.
Do not fall for messages that claim to give you guaranteed returns
Do not fall for schemes or messages that claim to give you assured/guaranteed returns in stock market! Whenever you come across such messages please report at 1800 266 0050
Ashishkumar Chauhan (MD & CEO, NSE) | Best way to learn about Securities Market/ Personal Finance
Our MD & CEO, Shri Ashishkumar Chauhan expressing his views on the best way to learn about Securities Market/Personal Finance in our podcast series “Sashakt Niveshak” hosted by Mr. Vivek Law.
Updated on: 23/11/2023
