PR No.78/2025, Dated: 02.12.2025
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in collaboration with the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), has announced the organisation of the fourth ‘Niveshak Shivir’.
The initiative forms part of the ongoing nationwide effort to assist investors in recovering unclaimed assets and strengthening financial awareness.
1. Event Details
- Date – December 06, 2025
- Time – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Venue – Swarn Mahal, Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur
- Partners – Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) and Registrar and Transfer Agents (RTAs)
2. Purpose of the Niveshak Shivir
The Shivir is designed to help shareholders and investors resolve issues related to unclaimed securities and incomplete records. Key services available at the event include:
2.1 Transfer of Unpaid Dividends
Facilitating processes for shareholders to reclaim unpaid or unclaimed dividend amounts transferred to the IEPF.
2.2 KYC and Nomination Updates
Assisting investors in updating mandatory KYC information and registering nominees to ensure seamless future transactions.
2.3 Resolution of Pending IEPFA Claims
Providing on-the-spot verification, guidance, and processing support for claims relating to:
- Unclaimed shares
- Unpaid dividends
- Other investor entitlements transferred to the IEPF
3. Support from MIIs and RTAs
The initiative is supported by key Market Infrastructure Institutions and prominent Registrar and Transfer Agents, who will be present to:
- Verify documents
- Facilitate real-time corrections
- Speed up claim resolution
- Provide investor education and assistance
4. Objective and Significance
The Niveshak Shivir aims to:
- Improve investor access to claim settlement mechanisms
- Reduce pendency of IEPF claims
- Promote investor awareness and financial empowerment
- Strengthen ecosystem-wide investor protection efforts
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