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SEBI automatic window to ease FPI registration

13 September 20251 min read
BANKING & FINANCESEBI automaticwindow to easeFPI registration13 September 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

SEBI cleared an ‘automatic window’ to make FPI registration easier, hoping to draw more capital and improve ease of doing business.

Key facts

AspectDetail
ProcessSimplified and mostly automated, with less paperwork and compliance
StructureOne registration route replacing several compliance channels
Who can use itFPIs at least 75% owned by foreign governments, or regulated in their home jurisdictions
BackdropEquity outflows above ₹83,000 crore since July 2025

Significance

  • Fewer procedural hurdles should attract foreign capital.
  • Supports ease of doing business.

Exam angle

  • Regulator: SEBI; investor class: FPIs.
  • Threshold to recall: 75% foreign-government ownership.

Test yourself

1. SEBI's new automatic registration window for FPIs covers those at least what share owned by foreign governments?

FPIs at least 75% owned by foreign governments, or regulated at home, can use it.

2. What is the main objective of SEBI's automatic window for FPI registration?

The reform aims to boost capital inflows by reducing procedural hurdles.

3. Equity outflows of over how much since July 2025 formed the backdrop to SEBI's FPI window?

Outflows of over ₹83,000 crore since July 2025 were cited.

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