In short: The SEBI (Settlement of Administrative and Civil Proceedings) Regulations, 2026 came into force on 7 November 2026. SEBI has put in place an online application form, a tool to calculate the settlement amount, FAQs and a help desk. Eligible persons can now apply for settlement under the new regulations.
What has happened?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) notified the Settlement Regulations, 2026 on 8 October 2026. They took effect on 7 November 2026. SEBI announced the commencement through a press release (PR No. 70/2026) issued from Mumbai on 6 November 2026.
The regulations deal with the settlement of administrative and civil proceedings.
What does SEBI now offer to applicants?
To make it easier to understand the process and file applications, SEBI has made the following available on its website:
- Settlement amount calculator: a facility that helps applicants work out the settlement amount. An explainer video on how to use it is also provided.
- FAQs: a set of frequently asked questions on the new regulations.
What does this mean legally?
Settlement is a way for a person facing a proceeding to seek to resolve it by following the process laid down in the regulations, instead of letting the matter run its full course. With the regulations now in force, the route is open to those who qualify. SEBI's announcement says that eligible persons may apply in accordance with the regulations. The press release does not set out the eligibility conditions, the amounts payable or the timelines, so those should be read from the regulations themselves.
Who is affected?
Anyone considering an application should check the text of the regulations and the FAQs to see whether they qualify.
What should readers do?
- Read the Settlement Regulations, 2026 on SEBI's website, which the press release links to.
- Go through the FAQs for a plain explanation of the process.
- Use the settlement amount calculator to get an estimate.
- File through the online form if you are eligible, and use the help desk if you need guidance.
- Consider taking advice from a securities law professional for your specific case.
Frequently asked questions
When did the regulations 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.
How do I know how much the settlement will cost?
SEBI has provided a calculator on its website to help applicants compute the settlement amount, along with an explainer video. The regulations and FAQs give the detailed rules.