SEBI to Launch Validated UPI & “SEBI Check” Tool for Investor Safety

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SEBI Check UPI verification

PR No. 31/2025; Dated: 11.06.2025

In a major step toward enhancing investor security and curbing unauthorised fund collection in the securities market, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced the rollout of two key initiatives—a validated UPI address mechanism and a new verification tool named “SEBI Check.”

1. Validated UPI Mechanism for SEBI-Registered Intermediaries

Effective October 1, 2025, SEBI will mandate the use of structured, exclusive, and validated UPI addresses for all SEBI-registered intermediaries. This initiative aims to:

  • Ensure secure and direct fund transfers from investors to verified intermediaries.
  • Eliminate the risk of fraud or diversion of funds through unverified payment channels.
  • Promote uniformity and traceability in transactions within the securities ecosystem.

2. “SEBI Check” – A Tool for Verifying UPI Authenticity

In parallel, SEBI is developing a new verification functionality called “SEBI Check.” This tool will empower investors to:

  • Scan a QR code or
  • Manually enter a UPI ID to confirm whether the UPI address belongs to a SEBI-registered intermediary.

This feature is designed to foster greater transparency and help investors avoid fraudulent or misleading payment requests.

3. A Step Forward in Safeguarding Investor Interests

These initiatives underscore SEBI’s commitment to creating a safe, accountable, and digitally streamlined investment environment. By combining regulatory oversight with user-centric technology, SEBI continues to reinforce investor trust in the Indian capital markets.

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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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