SEBI and IEPFA to Hold Niveshak Shivir in Bhopal on June 5

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SEBI IEPFA Niveshak Shivir Bhopal

Press Release no. 31/2026; Dated: 01.06.2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs are jointly organising the seventh “Niveshak Shivir” at Bhopal on June 05, 2026.

The initiative is being conducted in collaboration with Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) and the concerned Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA) to assist investors in resolving issues relating to unclaimed dividends and shares.

1. Objective of the Niveshak Shivir

The primary objective of the Niveshak Shivir is to provide a dedicated platform for investors to address pending issues relating to investor services, unclaimed investments and IEPFA-related claims.

The initiative seeks to facilitate faster resolution of investor grievances and improve investor awareness.

2. Assistance for Transfer of Unpaid Dividends

The Shivir will assist investors in matters relating to the transfer and recovery of unpaid or unclaimed dividends.

Investors will be able to obtain guidance and support regarding procedural requirements and documentation for such claims.

3. Support for KYC and Nomination Updates

The programme will also facilitate updation of:

  • Know Your Customer (KYC) details; and
  • Nomination information

with the concerned companies and intermediaries.

This initiative is intended to help investors comply with regulatory requirements and ensure smooth transmission of securities and related benefits.

4. Resolution of Pending IEPFA Claims

A key focus of the Shivir will be assisting investors in resolving pending claims relating to:

  • Unclaimed shares
  • Unpaid dividends
  • Securities transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF)

The event will provide support in filing, tracking and resolving IEPFA-related claims.

5. Collaboration With MIIs and RTAs

The Niveshak Shivir is being organised with participation from:

  • Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs)
  • Registrar and Transfer Agents (RTAs)
  • SEBI
  • IEPFA

The collaborative approach is intended to facilitate efficient resolution of investor issues through direct interaction with relevant stakeholders.

6. Objective of the Initiative

The Niveshak Shivir aims to enhance investor protection, improve access to investor services and facilitate recovery of unclaimed financial assets.

By providing on-the-spot assistance for dividend transfers, KYC updates, nomination registration and IEPFA claims, the initiative seeks to reduce the volume of unclaimed investor assets and strengthen investor outreach efforts.

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Taxmann Publications has a dedicated in-house Research & Editorial Team. This team consists of a team of Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Lawyers. This team works under the guidance and supervision of editor-in-chief Mr Rakesh Bhargava.

The Research and Editorial Team is responsible for developing reliable and accurate content for the readers. The team follows the six-sigma approach to achieve the benchmark of zero error in its publications and research platforms. The team ensures that the following publication guidelines are thoroughly followed while developing the content:

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