Who must comply with SEBI accessibility requirements?

All SEBI Regulated Entities, including stock brokers, depository participants, investment advisers, research analysts, mutual funds, AMCs, portfolio managers, custodians, credit rating agencies, KRAs, MIIs, BTIs, SCSBs, AIFs, VCFs, and stock exchanges.

Which digital platforms are covered under SEBI accessibility compliance?

All investor-facing digital assets, including websites, mobile applications, investor portals, trading platforms, digital KYC systems, documents, disclosures, and grievance systems.

What accessibility standards apply under SEBI?

SEBI requires alignment with WCAG 2.2 AA, IS 17802 (Part 1 and Part 2), and GIGW to ensure digital platforms are perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.

How does IS 17802 relate to WCAG 2.2 AA?

IS 17802 is largely harmonised with WCAG but includes India-specific technical and implementation requirements. WCAG compliance supports IS 17802 compliance, but both must be considered.

Does SEBI accessibility apply to mobile applications?

Yes. SEBI accessibility requirements apply to mobile applications on Android and iOS that are used by investors.

Are PDFs and documents covered under SEBI accessibility requirements?

Yes. Digital documents such as contract notes, statements, disclosures, notices, and reports must be accessible.

Is appointment of an accessibility auditor mandatory?

Yes. SEBI requires accessibility audits to be conducted by certified accessibility professionals, such as IAAP-certified auditors.

What is SEBI Table C3?

Table C3 is the format for submitting the Initial Accessibility Audit Report, including auditor details, platforms audited, key findings, and remediation timelines.

What are the key SEBI accessibility timelines?

Regulated entities must submit accessibility readiness and compliance status by March 31, 2026, and conduct annual accessibility audits with reporting within 30 days of the financial year end.

Are periodic and annual accessibility audits mandatory?

Yes. SEBI mandates periodic accessibility audits and annual audits for all investor-facing digital platforms.

What assistive technologies must platforms support?

Platforms must work with screen readers, screen magnifiers, keyboard-only navigation, voice input, and other commonly used assistive technologies.

Is testing with persons with disabilities required?

SEBI encourages practical usability validation. Testing with persons with disabilities helps ensure real-world accessibility beyond automated checks.

Can investors raise accessibility-related complaints?

Yes. Investors can raise accessibility-related complaints through SCORES, and regulated entities must remediate issues for complaint closure.

Does SEBI accessibility apply to KYC and onboarding processes?

Yes. Digital KYC, video KYC, consent, and onboarding journeys must be accessible to ensure equal investor access.

Who is responsible if a third-party platform is used?

The regulated entity remains responsible for accessibility compliance even when third-party or vendor platforms are used.

What are the risks of non-compliance with SEBI accessibility requirements?

Risks include regulatory action, investor complaints via SCORES, legal exposure under the RPWD Act, and reputational impact.

What is the core principle behind SEBI digital accessibility?

Ensuring independent, non-discriminatory digital access so all investors can access financial information and services without barriers.

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In line with SEBI digital accessibility requirements, we conduct annual accessibility audits of investor-facing digital platforms and support regulatory reporting within 30 days of the financial year end, as prescribed by SEBI.

Annual Audit: Conduct a full yearly accessibility review of all platforms.
Progress Review: Track remediation status and improvements from previous audits.
Expert Guidance: Provide regulatory-aligned fixes for new or pending issues.
SEBI Reporting: Support report submissions within 30 days of financial year-end.
Ongoing Alignment: Maintain continuous compliance with SEBI and latest standards.

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SEBI Mandate: Mandatory investor access; readiness report due Mar 31, 2026.
WCAG 2.2 AA: Global tech standard for perceivable and operable content.
IS 17802: India’s national standard for ICT and digital document compliance.
GIGW 3.0: Official Indian guidelines for quality and accessible UX.
RPWD Act 2016: Legal framework establishing digital access as a core right.

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Magnifiers: High-zoom visual testing.
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Motor & Mobility: Keyboard and switch-access validation.
Cognitive: Simplified layouts and content clarity.

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Guided Remediation: Direct support to fix gaps.
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C3 / C4 Alignment: Mapped to SEBI reporting formats.
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FAQs – SEBI Accessibility Compliance

SEBI mandates that all investor-facing digital platforms of regulated entities must be accessible to persons with disabilities, in line with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and prescribed accessibility standards.

All SEBI Regulated Entities (REs), including stock brokers, depositories, investment advisers, mutual funds, portfolio managers, custodians, credit rating agencies, KRAs, MIIs, BTIs, SCSBs, and venture capital funds, must comply.

All investor-facing digital platforms, such as:

Websites
Mobile applications.
Investor/client portals.
Online trading platforms.
Fund management systems.
Account opening and KYC platforms.
Payment and transaction systems.
Portfolio management tools.
Market data and research platforms.
Digital documents and disclosures
Communication channels (email, chat).
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Robo-advisors.
Virtual assistants.
Online customer service portals.
Investment calculators.
Financial planning tools.
Trading simulators.
Customer support chatbots.
Educational resources for investors.
E-learning modules.
Video content.
Webinars and virtual events.
Digital documents (PDFs, forms).
Other online services provided to investors.
Internal platforms used for investor services.

SEBI requires alignment with:

WCAG 2.2 AA.
IS 17802 (Part 1 & 2).
GIGW (latest version).
Other relevant standards as specified by SEBI.

These standards ensure content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.

Yes. Accessibility audits must be conducted by IAAP-certified accessibility professionals, as specified by SEBI.

Table C3 is the format for submitting the Initial Accessibility Audit Report, including:

Auditor details.
Platforms audited
Key findings
Remediation action plan and timelines

Yes. SEBI requires annual accessibility audits of all investor-facing digital platforms, with reports submitted every year.

Yes. Investors can lodge accessibility-related complaints via SCORES, and REs must remediate issues for complaint closure.

Yes. Digital KYC and onboarding journeys must be accessible, ensuring equal access for investors with disabilities.

Compliance must be submitted to the designated reporting authority (SEBI, Stock Exchanges, Depositories, or BSE Ltd.) using the prescribed Tables C1–C4 formats via email or specified channels.

Non-compliance may lead to regulatory action, investor complaints, reputational risk, and enforcement under SEBI Act provisions.

IS 17802 is India’s national accessibility standard for ICT products and services. SEBI expects regulated entities to align their digital platforms with IS 17802, along with WCAG 2.2 AA, to meet legal accessibility obligations under Indian law.

Yes. IS 17802 is enforceable under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and SEBI has explicitly referenced national and international accessibility standards in its digital accessibility circulars.

IS 17802 is largely harmonized with WCAG requirements but adds India-specific technical and implementation guidance. Compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA supports IS 17802 compliance, but both must be considered together.

Yes. IS 17802 applies to both web and mobile applications, including Android and iOS apps used by investors.

Yes. IS 17802 emphasizes usability, clarity, and operability, not just technical success criteria.

Risks include:

Regulatory action by SEBI
Investor complaints via SCORES
Legal enforcement under the RPwD Act
Exclusion of persons with disabilities
Legal penalties and fines
Reputational damage
Loss of investor trust
Increased compliance costs

Yes. If a third-party platform is used to deliver investor services, the regulated entity remains responsible for accessibility compliance.

No. SEBI treats accessibility as an ongoing compliance obligation, requiring continuous monitoring, remediation, and annual reporting.

Ensuring independent, non-discriminatory digital access so that all investors can access financial information and services without barriers.

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