Investor education

Investor awareness

Guidance for investors aligned with SEBI’s investor-protection principles. Understand products before you invest, and deal only through regulated intermediaries.

Samajh se investing — simple reminders

  • Understand before you invest — know the product, risks, costs, and your own financial situation.
  • Choose regulated investment products and intermediaries — verify SEBI registration and Exchange membership.
  • Start early, stay informed — review statements and official communications regularly.
  • Beware of investment frauds — be cautious of tips, guaranteed-return schemes, and unsolicited trading apps or links.

Practical do’s

  • Read the account-opening documents, rights & obligations, and Risk Disclosure Document.
  • Keep your email and mobile number updated with your broker and depositories.
  • Use only designated broker bank accounts for transferring funds meant for trading.
  • Compare broker statements with Exchange / depository messages and raise mismatches quickly.
  • Prefer written communication for important instructions and complaints.

Practical don’ts

  • Do not believe claims of fixed, guaranteed, or regular returns from brokers or their associates.
  • Do not deal with unregistered intermediaries.
  • Do not share OTPs, passwords, or remote access to your devices.
  • Do not keep funds idle with the stock broker beyond what you need for trading; understand settlement choices you have opted for.
  • Do not ignore SMS / email alerts from the Exchange or depositories.

Derivatives caution

Equity futures and options are complex and carry a high risk of loss. Before trading in derivatives, read the F&O broking page and the Risk Disclosure Document carefully.

Official resources

This awareness page is educational and does not recommend any security, strategy, or return outcome. Investments in securities market are subject to market risks; read all the related documents carefully before investing.