SEBI alert public against fraudulent messages on money refund



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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a warning to the public regarding fraudulent messages, calls, and emails. Unscrupulous individuals are impersonating SEBI officials to trick people into believing they are due a refund. SEBI clarifies that it never requests processing fees or any money for refunds, especially those ordered by a court. Investors are advised to be cautious and verify any refund information through SEBI's official website.

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) plays an important role in regulating all the players operating in the Indian capital market. SEBI is a statutory body and a market regulator, which controls the securities market in India. The primary functions of SEBI is to protect the interests of investors in securities and to promote and regulate the securities market. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) vide press release no. PR No.22/2022 dated 07th July, 2022 has issued a press r
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FAQ :

SEBI is warning the public about fraudulent calls, emails, and messages that falsely claim to be from SEBI officials offering money refunds.

Fraudsters are impersonating SEBI officials from a 'Recovery and Refund Department' and falsely informing people about refunds through phone calls, emails, or messages.

No, SEBI does not ask for any processing fees or money in any form when refunds are to be issued, such as those ordered by a court.

The public should be cautious and not part with any documents or money in response to such calls, emails, or messages.

The public can verify refund process details and check the employee directory on SEBI's official website, www.sebi.gov.in.




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