Stock Broker License

A stock broker or share market broker is an individual/entity who buys and sells stocks and other securities on behalf of their clients, through a stock exchange, in exchange of a fee or commission. All the share market brokers in India are registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). In India, millions of investors and traders invest/trade in the share market regularly. However, compared to the number of these investors and traders, the number of registered brokers SEBI is relatively small. Therefore, if you’re planning to become a stock broker, right now is the perfect time to do it! 

If you’ve ever dreamt about owning a stock brokerage firm, now is the time to make your dream come true! Registrationwala will provide you with complete guidance and assistance for stock registration.

Functions of a Sharemarket Stock Broker

A stock broker has the following key functions:

• A stock broker executes trading orders online on their client’s behalf. In return, they charge a flat fee or commission from the client.
• A stock broker manages the portfolio of the investors in a smooth manner.
• A stock broker also provides stock recommendations to both new and existing investors. However, all the information, including the risk factor, regarding a stock must be disclosed beforehand.
• Various large brokerage funds provide margin funding facilities for the traders, meaning that they provide the facility of borrowing funds to the traders to take bigger positions in the market.

Eligibility Criteria for Stock Broker License

Stock broker license can be obtained by an individual as well as an entity for becoming a stock brokerage firm. Here is the eligibility criteria for obtaining stock broker license from SEBI:

• The applicant must have completed class 12th
• Minimum of 21 years of age
• A graduation degree
• 2+ years of experience working for a stock broker firm after graduation 
• Preferably have trained in specialized sectors of finance, business administration, or economics. Preferably a postgraduate degree in business administration (MBA in Financial Markets), economics, or commerce.
• Should be considered a fit and proper person based on the criteria stated in Schedule II of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Intermediaries) Regulations, 2008.
• Must satisfy the minimum net worth and deposit requirements as specified in Schedule VI of SEBI (Stock Broker) Regulations,1992.

Documents Required to Become Stock Broker in India

The applicant must have the following list of documents. All these documents are required to be submitted with SEBI along with the duly filled application form:

• PAN of the applicant
• Memorandum of Association 
• Articles of Association
• Certificate of Registration/Incorporation
• Educational qualification (degree, certificates, etc.) of the applicant
• Contact details, name of the trading firm, stock exchange name
• Partnership deed
• Copy of contract agreement entered with the clearing member if the applicant wants to clear or settle trades with a clearing member’s assistance
• Stock exchange’s recommendation

Steps to Start a Stock Brokerage Firm in India

Becoming a stock broker or want to start a securities brokerage firm in India involves several steps. All these steps are mentioned below:

Step 1: The applicant must file an application using Form A for Registration as a stock broker with SEBI and submit all the crucial documents asked by the board.

Step 2: If all the information provided is in order, an acknowledgement will be received by the applicant regarding the submission of the application.

Step 3: Now, upon receipt of the application, the board will carefully examine the application and the attached documents. If satisfied, the board will issue an offer letter of temporary membership to the applicant. After further processing, the SEBI will issue a stock broker license.

Step 4: Now the applicant must submit the supporting documents to the membership department of the stock exchange. Following this, the membership department will provide the stock broker access to the broker stock exchange’s trading system.

Registrationwala’s Assistance in Obtaining Stock Brokerage License

If you want to get a stock broker license from SEBI in a smooth manner, you can consult with Registrationwala’s stock broker license consultants. We will make sure that you qualify for the stock brokerage license by ensuring that you meet the latest eligibility criteria set by SEBI. Additionally, we will help you to collect and prepare all the mandatory documents required at the time of the stock broker license process. 

Our brokerage license consultants will fill out your application form and submit it on your end. Since our consultants have years of experience when it comes to filing stock broker application forms, we will ensure that our application form is free of any errors which can delay the process. 

We will provide you with 100% guidance regarding the regulatory requirements of SEBI. On your behalf, we will keep in touch with SEBI and track your application status so that we can provide you with regular updates regarding your application process. In case you have any queries or doubts during or after the process, we will be happy to answer them for you. 

If you want to obtain a stock broker license without any unnecessary stress or trouble, don’t wait and connect with Registrationwala now!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Stock Broker License

Q1. What is the minimum age required to become a stock broker in India?

A. An individual must be at least 21 years of age to become a stock broker in India.

Q2. Who is responsible for governing stock brokerages in India?

A. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is responsible for governing the stock brokerages in India.

Q3. How do stock brokers make money?

A. Stock brokers make money by charging a flat fee or commission for selling stocks on the clients’ behalf.