SEBI and NSE Join Hands to Protect Investors from Financial Frauds
According to the SEBI, this initiative is a part of ongoing commitment to protect the retail investors from such scams in the securities market.
SEBI and NSE Join Hands to Protect Investors from Financial Frauds
New Delhi: Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched a nationwide investor awareness campaign titled #SEBIvsSCAM in order to educate investors about various types of financial scams and how to safeguard themselves. According to the SEBI, this initiative is a part of ongoing commitment to protect the retail investors from such scams in the securities market.
National Stock Exchange of India Ltd, under the supervision of SEBI guidelines, has rolled out a comprehensive investor protection drive to support this campaign. The awareness campaign is a necessary step as digital financial frauds are on the rise, with fraudsters using increasingly sophisticated and deceptive methods to target investors.
#SEBIvsSCAM seeks to raise public awareness, promote safe investing habits and empower investors to make informed decisions. By spotlighting common scams and offering guidance, the campaign aims to help investors recognize warning signs, verify sources and report suspicious activities—ultimately contributing to a more secure and transparent financial ecosystem.
To ensure maximum outreach, NSE will leverage a mix of media platforms including television, radio, print, digital and social media. This multi-channel approach is designed to reach investors across urban and rural areas, in multiple languages and through formats that are accessible and engaging to diverse audiences.
Investor are Advised to Stay Alert and Stay Protected
• Do not fall for promises of assured or fixed returns in the securities market. Such offers are illegal and misleading.
• Avoid unsolicited messages from unknown sources. Always verify information through official websites such as SEBI, NSE or the concerned company.
• Do not download unregulated apps or join chat groups offering investment advice.
• Engage only with SEBI-registered intermediaries or research analysts. Verify their credentials at: https://www.sebi.gov.in/sebiweb/other/OtherAction.do?doRecognised=yes
• Download trading apps only from SEBI-registered trading members via official app stores.
Verify apps https://www.nseindia.com/trade/members-compliance/list-of-mobile-applications
• From October 1, 2025, investors will be able to make payments to SEBI-registered intermediaries using a standardized UPI handle format (e.g., abc.brk@validbank).
• Report any fraudulent activity at www.cybercrime.gov.in or call the Cybercrime Helpline at 1930.
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