SEBI Introduces Validated UPI IDs and SEBI Check Tool

PR No. 64/2025; Dated: 01.10.2025

1. Introduction

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has unveiled two significant initiatives aimed at enhancing payment security in the securities market. These measures, namely validated UPI Handles and SEBI Check, are designed to safeguard investors against fraud while ensuring transparency and trust in financial transactions.

2. Validated UPI Handles for Intermediaries

Under the new framework, the UPI IDs of SEBI-registered investor-facing intermediaries will now include an exclusive “@valid” handle. This handle, issued by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), will be accompanied by category-specific suffixes to indicate the type of intermediary. The move is expected to reduce the risk of fraudulent UPI IDs being used to mislead investors.

3. Launch of SEBI Check

In addition to the validated UPI system, SEBI has introduced SEBI Check, a digital verification tool. This platform enables investors to independently verify the bank account details and UPI IDs of SEBI-registered intermediaries. With just a few clicks, investors can confirm whether payment credentials genuinely belong to the intended intermediary, thereby adding an extra layer of security.

4. Investor Protection and Transparency

These initiatives form part of SEBI’s broader strategy to strengthen investor protection and enhance transparency in the securities market. By combining validated UPI handles with a real-time verification system, SEBI seeks to reduce instances of fraud, build investor confidence, and improve the overall credibility of digital transactions in capital markets.

5. Conclusion

In conclusion, the introduction of validated UPI Handles and SEBI Check represents a forward-looking step by SEBI to modernize payment systems and safeguard investors. By leveraging technology and close coordination with NPCI, SEBI is ensuring that digital payments in securities markets remain secure, transparent, and trustworthy. These measures will not only protect investors but also contribute to strengthening India’s financial ecosystem.

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