In short: The SEBI (Settlement of Administrative and Civil Proceedings) Regulations, 2026 were notified on 8 October 2026 and came into force on 7 November 2026. SEBI has put an online application form, a settlement amount calculator, FAQs and a help desk on its website to help eligible persons apply.
What has happened?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced, in a press release dated 6 November 2026 (PR No. 70/2026), that its new settlement regulations would take effect from 7 November 2026. The regulations had been notified earlier, on 8 October 2026. They are formally called the SEBI (Settlement of Administrative and Civil Proceedings) Regulations, 2026, and SEBI refers to them as the "Settlement Regulations, 2026".
The regulations deal with settlement of administrative and civil proceedings.
What tools has SEBI provided?
To make applications easier to understand and file, SEBI has made the following available on its website:
- FAQs: a set of frequently asked questions on the Settlement Regulations, 2026.
- Settlement amount calculator: a facility that helps applicants work out the settlement amount. An explainer video on how to use it is also available.
- Online application form: settlement applications can be filed online through SEBI's portal.
- Help desk: SEBI has set up a help desk, and the framework for it has been published on the website.
Who is affected?
SEBI says that "eligible persons" may apply for settlement in accordance with the Settlement Regulations, 2026. The press release does not list who counts as eligible, nor does it describe the conditions, timelines or amounts involved. Those details are in the regulations and FAQs themselves, which readers should consult directly.
Whether a particular person qualifies depends on the text of the regulations.
What does this mean legally?
From 7 November 2026, the Settlement Regulations, 2026 are the operative rules for settlement applications.
What should readers do?
- If you or your organisation is facing SEBI proceedings, read the Settlement Regulations, 2026 on SEBI's website to check eligibility.
- Go through the FAQs and try the settlement calculator to understand the likely amount.
- Use the online form if you decide to apply, and contact the help desk if you have procedural questions.
- Consider taking advice from a qualified securities lawyer before filing.
Frequently asked questions
When did the Settlement Regulations, 2026 come into force?
They were notified on 8 October 2026 and came into force on 7 November 2026.
Can I file a settlement application online?
Yes. SEBI has provided an online settlement application form on its website for this purpose.
Who can apply for settlement?
SEBI says eligible persons may apply under the regulations. The press release does not define eligibility, so check the regulations and FAQs on SEBI's website.