Description
SEBI warns investors about fraudsters impersonating SEBI officials and misusing SEBI letterhead to deceive investors into making payments to fraudulent accounts.
Summary
SEBI has issued a press release warning the public about fraudsters impersonating SEBI officials and misusing SEBI’s letterhead, logo, and seal to deceive investors. These fraudsters are sending fake communications demanding payments for compliance services, penalty amounts, and fines, and falsely certifying fraudulent accounts as SEBI-authorized.
Key Points
- Fraudsters are impersonating SEBI officials and using fake SEBI letterheads, logos, and seals
- Fake notices are being sent through social media platforms requesting payments
- Fraudulent certificates are being issued claiming accounts are SEBI-authorized
- Investors are losing money by transferring funds to these fraudulent accounts
- All official SEBI communications use @sebi.gov.in email domain
Regulatory Changes
No regulatory changes announced - this is a fraud prevention alert.
Compliance Requirements
Investors must:
- Verify all SEBI communications through official channels
- Only make payments through https://siportal.sebi.gov.in/intermediary/AOPaymentGateway.html
- Check SEBI website for official contact details and office addresses
- Ensure email communications are from @sebi.gov.in domain addresses
- Verify authenticity of any person demanding information or payment on behalf of SEBI
Important Dates
- Press Release Date: September 05, 2025
Impact Assessment
This alert has high impact on investor protection as it addresses ongoing fraud attempts that are causing financial losses to investors. The warning helps prevent further victimization by educating the public about verification procedures and official SEBI communication channels.
Impact Justification
Critical investor protection alert addressing ongoing fraud attempts targeting investors through SEBI impersonation