In a move aimed at making India more accessible to global capital, the market regulator has introduced a new digital platform to simplify foreign investor onboarding. The initiative is designed to remove delays and reduce complexity for large overseas institutions looking to invest in Indian markets.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has rolled out SWAGAT-FI, a single-window digital system that cuts the registration timeline for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) from around 30 days to just 5. The platform is intended to make the process faster and easier for global investors such as central banks, pension funds, and mutual funds.
SWAGAT-FI focuses on efficiency rather than regulatory changes. There is no change to the validity of FPI registrations. Instead, the platform reduces paperwork and allows investors to complete registration through a unified digital window. SEBI launched SWAGAT-FI in 2025 as part of its broader push to modernise market infrastructure.
The timing of the launch is significant. It follows a year marked by major FPI outflows in 2025. By streamlining registration and improving ease of access, SEBI is looking to restore investor confidence and attract fresh foreign inflows into Indian capital markets.
For those tracking financial reforms and India’s position in the global investment landscape, the move signals a clear intent to improve market friendliness. Over time, this could support higher investment activity, stronger market participation, and broader economic growth.
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