SEBI Extends CSCRF Deadline for Regulated Entities to Aug 31, 2025

  • Blog|News|Company Law|
  • 2 Min Read
  • By Taxmann
  • |
  • Last Updated on 3 July, 2025

Latest from Taxmann

SEBI Cybersecurity Framework Deadline

Circular No. SEBI/HO/ ITD-1/ITD_CSC_EXT/P/CIR/2025/96; Dated: 30.06.2025

1. Background – SEBI’s Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF)

The Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF) introduced by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) mandates regulated entities to implement robust measures to safeguard their IT systems, ensure data security, and maintain operational continuity in the face of cyber threats. The framework plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and resilience of India’s capital markets.

2. Requests for Extension of Compliance Timeline

In response to the original compliance deadline, SEBI received multiple representations from various Regulated Entities (REs) requesting an extension. These entities cited the need for more time to:

  • Upgrade or modify internal systems
  • Align with specific CSCRF technical and procedural requirements
  • Ensure a smoother, more effective implementation process

3. Timeline Extended for Regulated Entities (REs)

Considering the challenges highlighted and to promote ease of compliance, SEBI has extended the deadline for CSCRF compliance by two months, setting the new deadline at August 31, 2025. This extension provides REs additional time to effectively implement the required cybersecurity and cyber resilience measures.

4. Entities Excluded from the Extension

It is important to note that the extension does not apply to certain critical market participants. Specifically, the following entities must adhere to the original compliance timeline:

  • Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) – including exchanges, clearing corporations, and depositories
  • KYC Registration Agencies (KRAs)
  • Qualified Registrars to an Issue and Share Transfer Agents (QRTAs)

These entities are considered systemically important, and therefore, SEBI expects timely implementation of cybersecurity measures without any relaxation in deadlines.

5. Conclusion

With this two-month extension, SEBI aims to balance regulatory rigour with practical compliance feasibility for Regulated Entities. While flexibility has been granted to the broader segment of REs, system-critical institutions must remain on track to meet the original compliance date, reinforcing the overall cyber resilience of India’s securities market ecosystem.

Click Here To Read The Full Circular

Disclaimer: The content/information published on the website is only for general information of the user and shall not be construed as legal advice. While the Taxmann has exercised reasonable efforts to ensure the veracity of information/content published, Taxmann shall be under no liability in any manner whatsoever for incorrect information, if any.

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:

  • The statutory material is obtained only from the authorized and reliable sources
  • All the latest developments in the judicial and legislative fields are covered
  • Prepare the analytical write-ups on current, controversial, and important issues to help the readers to understand the concept and its implications
  • Every content published by Taxmann is complete, accurate and lucid
  • All evidence-based statements are supported with proper reference to Section, Circular No., Notification No. or citations
  • The golden rules of grammar, style and consistency are thoroughly followed
  • Font and size that’s easy to read and remain consistent across all imprint and digital publications are applied

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

«
»

Everything on Tax and Corporate Laws of India

To subscribe to our weekly newsletter please log in/register on Taxmann.com

Author: Taxmann

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:

  • The statutory material is obtained only from the authorized and reliable sources
  • All the latest developments in the judicial and legislative fields are covered
  • Prepare the analytical write-ups on current, controversial, and important issues to help the readers to understand the concept and its implications
  • Every content published by Taxmann is complete, accurate and lucid
  • All evidence-based statements are supported with proper reference to Section, Circular No., Notification No. or citations
  • The golden rules of grammar, style and consistency are thoroughly followed
  • Font and size that's easy to read and remain consistent across all imprint and digital publications are applied