New Delhi, September 15, 2025: In its 211th board meeting, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), chaired by Tuhin Kanta Pandey, unveiled a comprehensive set of reforms aimed at modernizing India’s financial markets, enhancing transparency, and attracting global investment.
10 Key Highlights from SEBI’s Latest Board Meeting
- Relaxed IPO Norms for Large Listings
SEBI has eased the Minimum Public Offer (MPO) and Minimum Public Shareholding (MPS) requirements for large IPOs, facilitating easier access to public markets for major companies. - Single-Window System for FPIs
A new India Market Access portal (www.indiamarketaccess.in) will serve as a one-stop platform for Foreign Portfolio Investors, simplifying regulatory onboarding and market entry. - Broader Anchor Book Participation in IPOs
Anchor investor participation in IPOs has been expanded to include insurance companies and pension funds, with the quota increased to 40% to attract long-term capital. - REITs Recognized as Equity Instruments
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) will now be treated as equity, enabling mutual funds to increase exposure and supporting deeper capital market development in real estate. - Reduced Exit Loads for Mutual Funds
To improve investor protection, SEBI has capped mutual fund exit loads at 3%, down from 5%. - Revamped Related Party Transaction Norms
New RPT regulations introduce scale-based thresholds and simplify disclosure requirements, ensuring greater clarity and accountability for listed companies. - New Category of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)
A flexible class of AIFs will cater exclusively to accredited investors, while Large Value Funds (LVFs) will benefit from relaxed operational norms. - ‘India Market Access’ Portal Launch
The portal centralizes information for FPIs, marking a push toward a digital-first regulatory framework. - Expanded Local Presence
SEBI will establish regional offices in major Indian cities to improve regulatory oversight and engagement with market participants. - Enhanced Governance at Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs)
Governance will be strengthened through the appointment of two Executive Directors to oversee core regulatory and operational functions, ensuring stronger accountability.
These reforms aim to streamline processes, promote ease of doing business, and reinforce investor confidence across India’s financial markets.
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