Element 01
Eligibility Criteria
NGOs and social enterprises must meet specific criteria regarding legal structure, operational history, and financial performance to be eligible for listing.
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SEBI Guidelines
SEBI Guidelines for the Social Stock Exchange
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has established comprehensive guidelines to ensure the effective functioning of the Social Stock Exchange — maintaining transparency, accountability, and investor protection.
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Regulatory Snapshot
Key elements at a glance
SSE
Eligibility & structure checks
Disclosures & impact reporting
Due diligence verification
Ongoing compliance & audits
Key elements
What SEBI expects for SSE participation
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Element 02
Disclosure Requirements
Detailed disclosure of financial statements, social impact metrics, governance structures, and use of funds is mandatory.
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Element 03
Due Diligence
Thorough due diligence is conducted to verify the authenticity and credibility of applicant organizations.
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Element 04
Compliance with Regulations
Adherence to SEBI regulations, including periodic reporting and audit requirements, is mandatory to ensure continued listing on the SSE.
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How it works
A simple compliance path for NGOs
SEBI’s framework focuses on eligibility, credible disclosures, verification, and continued reporting—so investors can trust outcomes and governance.
Step 1
Eligibility
Confirm legal structure, history, and baseline readiness.
Step 2
Disclosures
Financials, governance, impact metrics, and fund usage.
Step 3
Due diligence
Verification of credibility and authenticity of submissions.
Step 4
Ongoing compliance
Periodic reporting, audits, and timely disclosures.