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How to Check / Verify if a Company is SEBI Registered

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is India’s statutory regulator for the securities market. It operates under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. All entities operating in the securities market, such as stock brokers (equity, derivatives and currency), merchant bankers, portfolio managers, mutual funds, investment advisors, research analysts, REITs and other intermediaries, are required to obtain registration with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) under their respective regulations. 

For instance, the stock brokers must be registered with SEBI under the SEBI Stock Brokers Regulations. If you want to check whether a company is SEBI-registered, you can do so by conducting a search on the official SEBI website. 

If the company is registered with SEBI, its name will appear in the search results along with SEBI registration number. In this blog post, we will guide you on how to conduct this search. 

Why is it important to verify whether an entity is SEBI-registered?

Scams related to investments are quite prevalent. Many fraud businesses portray themselves as SEBI-registered entities and claim to help investors make risk-free profits. Some even go to the extent of showcasing trades done by them for other investors, in which they claim to have generated substantial profits, even though that is not actually the case.

SEBI has also warned investors through its latest press release ( PR No.: 14/2026 ) not to trust the claims made by such fraudsters and to avoid sharing their account credentials with anyone. Before engaging with any entity, it is important to verify whether it is registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to prevent becoming a victim of a scam. Doing so helps ensure that the entity operates under regulatory oversight. A simple search can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to investment fraud.

Entities requiring Mandatory Registration with SEBI

The following entities must be mandatorily registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Without registrations under SEBI, they cannot operate lawfully in the securities market. :-

You can check the SEBI registration of above-mentioned entities easily via the official SEBI portal.

Alternative Investment Funds in India
Stock Brokers in Equity Segment
Stock Brokers in Equity Derivative Segment
Stock Brokers in Currency Derivative Segment
Bankers to an Issue
Stock Brokers in Interest Rate Derivative Segment
Stock Brokers in Debt Segment
Stock Brokers in Commodity Derivative Segment
Debentures Trustee
Custodians
Depository Participants in India
Foreign Portfolio Investors
Registered ESG Rating Providers
Foreign Venture Capital Investors
Investment Adviser
Infrastructure Investment Trusts
Merchant Bankers
Mutual Funds
Portfolio Managers
Registrars to an Issue and Share Transfer Agents
Research Analysts in India
Venture Capital Funds
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS)
Small and Medium Real Estate Investment Trusts (SM REITS)
Vault Managers in India

What is SEBI Registration Number?

All the entities registered with SEBI possess a SEBI registration number. Basically, this number is a unique alphanumeric identifier assigned by SEBI to authorized market intermediaries. If an entity does not have SEBI registration number, it means that they are not authorized or regulated by SEBI. 

So, an entity claiming to be SEBI-registered is considered legitimate only if it possesses a valid SEBI-issued registration number. Using the official portal of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), you can verify SEBI registration number. 

Step-by-Step Process to Check SEBI Registered Company

The process to check SEBI registered company is pretty straightforward. The best part is you do not need to log into the SEBI portal to do this. Without logging into the portal, you can easily check SEBI registration number. Just follow the simple steps explained below:-

Step 1:- Visit the official website of SEBI @https://www.sebi.gov.in/index.html.

 

 

Step 2:- Once you are on the homepage, click on the “Intermediaries / Market Infrastructure Institutions” section.

 

 

Step 3:- Then, click on the “Recognized Intermediaries” option from all the options available.

 

 

Step 4:- Now, under “Search any Intermediaries across all types” heading, enter the member name/trade name of the entity. Alternatively, you can enter its registration no. If you do not have the registration no. You can also choose the type of intermediary using the drop-down menu, if you’re aware of it.

 

Step 5:- After entering the details, you need to click on the “Go” button

 

 

Step 6:- Now, the search tool will display the details of the company you searched for provided it is SEBI-registered. If the tool does not display the company’s name, it either means it isn’t a SEBI-registered entity or that you entered incorrect information

 

Conclusion

Before engaging with any entity in the securities market, it is essential to check whether they are authorized by SEBI to offer their services. If they are operating without approval from SEBI while claiming to have the Board’s approval, it means they are operating illegally and engaged in fraudulent practices. For verification, investors can visit the official website of SEBI and search the name of the company. If the name displays in the search results, then it’s approved by SEBI for offering its services. Apart from searching its name on the website, inventors must also look for details available on news websites, social media platforms, etc. 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is it mandatory for REITs to register with SEBI?

A. Yes, all the REITs must be mandatorily registered with SEBI under the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014.

Q2. How can I verify if a stock broker is registered with SEBI?

A. To verify if a stock broker is registered with SEBI, visit the official SEBI website. Then, go to the "Intermediaries/Market Infrastructure Institutions" section and click on “Recognised Intermediaries” option. After that, enter the stock broker’s name. If any stock broker is registered with SEBI with the name you entered, it’ll appear in the search results. 

Q3. Which authority is responsible for registering the credit rating agencies in India?

A. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is responsible for registering the credit rating agencies in India. 

Q4. How can I check if an investment advisor SEBI registered?

A. To check if an investment advisor is SEBI registered, you need to visit the official website of the securities market regulator. Once you are on the homepage, click on the "Intermediaries/Market Infrastructure Institutions" section and then on the “Recognised Intermediaries” option. Then, enter the name of the investment advisor. If any SEBI-registered investor advisor exists with the name you entered, it will appear in the search results.


  • Published: March 09, 2026
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Author: Dushyant Sharma

Hey there, I'm Dushyant Sharma. With the extensive knowledge I've gained in past 8 years, I have been creating content on various subjects such as banking, insurance, telecom, and all the important registration and licensing processes for various companies. I'm here to help everyone with my expertise in these areas through my articles.

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