NSDL Launches Unified Digital Platform for Foreign Investors

• The National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has launched a unified digital platform designed to simplify and accelerate the registration and compliance process for foreign investors in India’s capital markets. The new system integrates both Foreign Portfolio Investor (FPI) and Foreign Venture Capital Investor (FVCI) registration processes into a single, seamless interface, marking a significant milestone in India’s drive to enhance ease of doing business for global investors.

Streamlined Registration and Compliance

• Launched on November 7, 2025 , during NSDL’s ninth Designated Depository Participants (DDP) Conference in Mumbai , the platform eliminates redundant logins and manual steps. It offers a unified experience for overseas investors entering India’s securities market. The system was officially inaugurated by Dr. Ruchi Chojer , Executive Director, SEBI , in the presence of NSDL’s MD & CEO Vijay Chandok and other senior officials.

Integration and Automation for Efficiency

• The platform automates key application stages—from Permanent Account Number (PAN) requests to regulatory submissions—through API integration with Protean and API Setu , reducing approval timelines from several days to just one or two days . It includes guided workflows , real-time application tracking , and a complete audit trail to ensure transparency and accountability.

Technological Framework

• Built using Angular, .NET Core, and SQL Server , the platform offers a responsive and efficient interface with faster load times of 3–5 seconds . It consolidates multiple regulatory processes and compliance systems, improving efficiency for investors in equities, bonds, and venture capital funds.

Exam Pointers

• Launched by: NSDL, established in 1996

• Event: 9th Designated Depository Participants (DDP) Conference, Mumbai

• Launched on: November 7, 2025

• Integration: API links with Protean and API Setu

• Beneficiaries: FPIs and FVCIs

• Key outcome: PAN processing reduced to 1–2 days

Significance

The initiative strengthens India’s investment infrastructure and supports SEBI’s digital transformation goals , reinforcing India’s reputation as a transparent and investor-friendly financial market .