Description
NSE announces periodic review results for securities under GSM framework, with 9 securities eligible to move to lower surveillance stages effective December 10, 2025.
Summary
NSE has conducted a periodic review of securities under the Graded Surveillance Measure (GSM) framework in coordination with other exchanges. Following this review, 9 securities have been identified as eligible to move to lower stages of surveillance effective December 10, 2025. Three securities (INFOMEDIA, NOIDATOLL, TNTELE) will exit GSM Stage I to normal surveillance (Stage 0), one security (ORTEL) will move from Stage II to Stage I, and five securities (GLFL, BLUECHIP, GAYAPROJ, GFSTEELS, UNIVAFOODS) will move from higher stages (III/IV) to lower stages (II/III).
Key Points
- Periodic review of GSM securities completed in coordination with other exchanges
- 9 securities eligible for surveillance stage relaxation
- 3 securities (INFOMEDIA PRESS LIMITED, NOIDA TOLL BRIDGE COMPANY LIMITED, TAMILNADU TELECOMMUNICATION LIMITED) moving from GSM Stage I to Stage 0 (normal surveillance)
- 1 security (ORTEL COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED) moving from Stage II to Stage I
- 5 securities moving from Stage III/IV to lower stages
- Changes effective from December 10, 2025
- Relaxation indicates improved compliance and market behavior by these securities
Regulatory Changes
No new regulatory changes introduced. This circular implements the existing periodic review mechanism under the GSM framework as established by previous circulars (NSE/SURV/34262 dated February 23, 2017; NSE/SURV/42790 dated November 29, 2019; NSE/SURV/59425 dated November 17, 2023; and NSE/SURV/64066 dated September 20, 2024).
Compliance Requirements
- Market participants should note the revised GSM stages for the affected securities
- Trading members should update their systems to reflect the new surveillance stages
- The relaxed surveillance measures will apply from December 10, 2025
- Members can refer to NSE’s FAQ on GSM at https://www.nseindia.com/regulations/graded-surveillance-measure for detailed information
- For queries, members should contact surveillance@nse.co.in
Important Dates
- December 9, 2025: Circular issued
- December 10, 2025: Effective date for GSM stage changes
Impact Assessment
Positive Impact: The relaxation of surveillance stages is a positive development for the 9 affected securities, indicating improved market behavior and compliance. Securities moving to lower stages will face reduced surveillance restrictions, potentially leading to:
- Improved trading liquidity
- Reduced additional surveillance deposit (ASD) requirements
- Lower price-to-price variation margins
- Enhanced investor confidence
- Better market accessibility
Market Segments Affected:
- EQ Series: 3 securities
- BZ Series: 2 securities
- BE Series: 4 securities
Investor Impact: Investors holding these securities may benefit from improved trading conditions and reduced restrictions. The move to lower surveillance stages reflects better fundamental compliance by these companies.
Operational Impact: Minimal operational changes required; standard system updates to reflect new GSM stages for affected securities.
Impact Justification
Positive development for 9 securities moving to lower surveillance stages, indicating improved compliance. Medium impact as it affects specific securities with relaxed surveillance restrictions, potentially improving trading liquidity for these stocks.