Description
BSE requires Investment Advisers to submit compliance confirmation regarding Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 by August 31, 2025.
Summary
BSE has issued a circular mandating Investment Advisers to submit compliance confirmation regarding the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and related rules. This follows SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/ITD-1/ITD_VIAP/P/CIR/2025/111 dated July 31, 2025, and BSE Circular No. 20250807-12 dated August 07, 2025.
Key Points
- Investment Advisers must submit compliance confirmation for point no.5 (1) of the referenced SEBI circular
- Submission to be made through designated online form
- Compliance relates to Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and associated rules
- Notice applies specifically to Investment Advisers segment
Regulatory Changes
No new regulatory changes introduced. This circular enforces compliance with existing Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 requirements as mandated by SEBI.
Compliance Requirements
- Investment Advisers must submit confirmation of compliance with point no.5 (1) of SEBI circular SEBI/HO/ITD-1/ITD_VIAP/P/CIR/2025/111
- Submission must be made via online form at https://forms.office.com/r/MAa9t56PP1
- All Investment Advisers are required to ensure compliance with the captioned subject
Important Dates
- August 31, 2025: Deadline for submission of compliance confirmation
- July 31, 2025: Date of original SEBI circular
- August 07, 2025: Date of previous BSE circular on same subject
Impact Assessment
This circular has medium impact on Investment Advisers who must ensure compliance with disability rights legislation. The requirement is administrative in nature but mandatory for all Investment Advisers registered with BSE. Non-compliance could result in regulatory action.
Impact Justification
Mandatory compliance requirement with specific deadline for Investment Advisers segment