{"id":66181,"date":"2026-04-01T14:03:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T08:33:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=66181"},"modified":"2026-04-02T16:10:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T10:40:51","slug":"sebi-registered-stock-advisor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/","title":{"rendered":"SEBI Registered Stock Advisor in India: How to Find, Verify &#038; Choose"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>SEBI registered stock advisor \u2014 types, verification process and how to choose safely<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#What_Is_a_SEBI_Registered_Stock_Advisor\" title=\"What Is a SEBI Registered Stock Advisor?\">What Is a SEBI Registered Stock Advisor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#RIA_vs_Research_Analyst_%E2%80%94_What_Is_the_Difference\" title=\"RIA vs Research Analyst \u2014 What Is the Difference?\">RIA vs Research Analyst \u2014 What Is the Difference?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#How_to_Verify_a_SEBI_Registered_Stock_Advisor\" title=\"How to Verify a SEBI Registered Stock Advisor\">How to Verify a SEBI Registered Stock Advisor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Red_Flags_to_Watch_for_%E2%80%94_Fake_Stock_Advisors_in_India\" title=\"Red Flags to Watch for \u2014 Fake Stock Advisors in India\">Red Flags to Watch for \u2014 Fake Stock Advisors in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#How_to_Choose_the_Right_SEBI_Registered_Stock_Advisor_for_You\" title=\"How to Choose the Right SEBI Registered Stock Advisor for You\">How to Choose the Right SEBI Registered Stock Advisor for You<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Step_1_%E2%80%94_Define_Your_Investment_Goal\" title=\"Step 1 \u2014 Define Your Investment Goal\">Step 1 \u2014 Define Your Investment Goal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Step_2_%E2%80%94_Assess_Track_Record_and_Win_Rate\" title=\"Step 2 \u2014 Assess Track Record and Win Rate\">Step 2 \u2014 Assess Track Record and Win Rate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Step_3_%E2%80%94_Evaluate_the_Fee_Structure\" title=\"Step 3 \u2014 Evaluate the Fee Structure\">Step 3 \u2014 Evaluate the Fee Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Step_4_%E2%80%94_Check_for_Technology_and_Risk_Management\" title=\"Step 4 \u2014 Check for Technology and Risk Management\">Step 4 \u2014 Check for Technology and Risk Management<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Why_Univest_Is_Indias_Preferred_SEBI_Registered_Advisory_Platform\" title=\"Why Univest Is India&#8217;s Preferred SEBI Registered Advisory Platform\">Why Univest Is India&#8217;s Preferred SEBI Registered Advisory Platform<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#What_is_a_SEBI_registered_stock_advisor\" title=\"What is a SEBI registered stock advisor?\">What is a SEBI registered stock advisor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#What_is_the_difference_between_RIA_and_Research_Analyst\" title=\"What is the difference between RIA and Research Analyst?\">What is the difference between RIA and Research Analyst?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Are_free_Telegram_stock_tips_legal\" title=\"Are free Telegram stock tips legal?\">Are free Telegram stock tips legal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#How_much_does_a_SEBI_registered_advisor_charge\" title=\"How much does a SEBI registered advisor charge?\">How much does a SEBI registered advisor charge?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Can_I_file_a_complaint_against_a_fake_stock_advisor\" title=\"Can I file a complaint against a fake stock advisor?\">Can I file a complaint against a fake stock advisor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#What_makes_Univest_different_from_other_advisory_platforms\" title=\"What makes Univest different from other advisory platforms?\">What makes Univest different from other advisory platforms?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Is_Univest_SEBI_registered\" title=\"Is Univest SEBI registered?\">Is Univest SEBI registered?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/sebi-registered-stock-advisor\/#Read_Articles\" title=\"Read Articles\">Read Articles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_SEBI_Registered_Stock_Advisor\"><\/span><strong>What Is a SEBI Registered Stock Advisor?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\"><strong>Click Here \u2014 Get Free Investment Predictions from SEBI-Registered Analysts<\/strong><\/a><\/p><p>A SEBI registered stock advisor is a professional or firm licensed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to provide investment advice or stock research to retail and institutional investors. Only two categories are legally authorised to give stock advice in India: Registered Investment Advisors (RIA) and Research Analysts (RA). Anyone providing stock tips without SEBI registration is operating illegally and cannot be held accountable under Indian securities law.<\/p><p>SEBI introduced the RIA framework in 2013 through the SEBI (Investment Advisers) Regulations, and the RA framework in 2014 through the SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations. As of 2026, there are approximately <strong>988 SEBI-registered investment advisors<\/strong> and several thousand registered research analysts in India \u2014 a small number relative to the millions of investors who need guidance, which is why the quality gap between regulated and unregulated advisors is so large.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RIA_vs_Research_Analyst_%E2%80%94_What_Is_the_Difference\"><\/span><strong>RIA vs Research Analyst \u2014 What Is the Difference?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>The most important distinction every investor must understand before seeking stock market advice in India is the difference between a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and a Research Analyst (RA). These are not interchangeable terms \u2014 they operate under different regulations, have different obligations, and serve different investor needs.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Parameter<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>RIA (Registered Investment Advisor)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>RA (Research Analyst)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SEBI Regulation<\/td><td>SEBI IA Regulations 2013<\/td><td>SEBI RA Regulations 2014<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Primary Role<\/td><td>Personalised investment advice<\/td><td>Stock reports &amp; trade calls<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fiduciary Duty<\/td><td>Yes \u2014 must act in client interest<\/td><td>No fiduciary duty<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fee Model<\/td><td>Fixed fee \/ subscription only (no commission)<\/td><td>Subscription or employer-paid<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Client Relationship<\/td><td>Personalised, one-on-one advisory<\/td><td>Mass-distributed research reports<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suitable For<\/td><td>Goal-based, portfolio-level advice<\/td><td>Stock-specific trade ideas<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Source: SEBI.gov.in \u2014 Investment Advisers Regulations 2013 &amp; Research Analysts Regulations 2014.<\/p><p>For most retail investors in India, interacting with a Research Analyst&#8217;s recommendations \u2014 delivered through a SEBI-registered advisory platform \u2014 is the most practical and cost-effective approach. RIAs are better suited for high-net-worth individuals who need comprehensive financial planning and portfolio construction advisory.<\/p><p>Univest operates as a platform serving SEBI-registered Research Analysts and RIAs. Its recommendations are backed by analysts with over 75 years of combined experience. Access their research at <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\">Univest Pro<\/a> starting at Rs.6 per day.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"776\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/01132458\/image-20.jpeg\" alt=\"SEBI Registered Stock Advisor - Key Facts at a Glance\" class=\"wp-image-66183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/01132458\/image-20.jpeg 776w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/01132458\/image-20-300x157.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/01132458\/image-20-768x401.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/01132458\/image-20-600x313.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/univest-blog.storage.googleapis.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/01132458\/image-20-150x78.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 776px) 100vw, 776px\" \/><\/figure><p>SEBI registration types \u2014 RIA, RA, PMS categories and how to verify each on SEBI website<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Verify_a_SEBI_Registered_Stock_Advisor\"><\/span><strong>How to Verify a SEBI Registered Stock Advisor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Verifying a stock advisor&#8217;s SEBI registration takes less than two minutes and could save you from losing your capital to fraud. Here is the step-by-step process:<\/p><ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Go to the official SEBI website: www.sebi.gov.in<\/li>\n\n<li>Click on &#8216;Intermediaries \/ Market Infrastructure Institutions&#8217; in the top navigation.<\/li>\n\n<li>Select &#8216;Registered Entities&#8217; and then choose the relevant category \u2014 Investment Adviser or Research Analyst.<\/li>\n\n<li>Search by the name of the individual or firm. The result will show their registration number, registration date, and current status.<\/li>\n\n<li>Cross-verify the registration number with what the advisor has displayed on their website, app, or communication material.<\/li>\n\n<li>Check for any pending disciplinary action or cancellation notice against the advisor on SEBI&#8217;s SCORES (Securities and Exchange Board of India Complaints Redress System) platform.<\/li><\/ol><p>A genuine SEBI-registered advisor will always display their registration number prominently. Univest&#8217;s SEBI registration details are available on its platform and verifiable on the SEBI website. Never act on stock advice from an advisor who cannot show you a valid SEBI registration number.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Red_Flags_to_Watch_for_%E2%80%94_Fake_Stock_Advisors_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Red Flags to Watch for \u2014 Fake Stock Advisors in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>India&#8217;s stock market advisory landscape has been plagued by unregistered operators \u2014 particularly on Telegram, WhatsApp, YouTube, and Instagram \u2014 who promise guaranteed returns, free trial calls, or specific profit targets. SEBI has issued multiple circulars warning investors against such operators, but the problem persists. Here is what to watch for:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Guaranteed returns or specific profit percentages \u2014 SEBI strictly prohibits any registered advisor from promising fixed returns. Any advisor who says &#8216;90% accuracy guaranteed&#8217; or &#8216;assured 20% monthly returns&#8217; is either unregistered or violating SEBI regulations.<\/li>\n\n<li>No verifiable registration number \u2014 if an advisor on Telegram or Instagram cannot provide a SEBI registration number that matches their name on the SEBI website, do not follow their advice.<\/li>\n\n<li>Asking for advance payment before disclosure \u2014 RIAs must provide a risk profiling questionnaire and a copy of the agreement before accepting any fees. Anyone who demands payment upfront without this process is not compliant.<\/li>\n\n<li>Unregulated payment channels \u2014 legitimate SEBI-registered advisors accept payments through official channels with proper receipts. Requests for payment via UPI to personal accounts, cryptocurrency, or hawala-type arrangements are a severe warning sign.<\/li>\n\n<li>No SCORES grievance mechanism \u2014 every SEBI-registered advisor is required to participate in the SCORES grievance redressal system. If an advisor tells you that there is &#8216;no complaint mechanism,&#8217; they are not registered.<\/li><\/ul><p>Report fraudulent stock advisors to SEBI at scores.sebi.gov.in. For safe, verified advisory backed by SEBI-registered analysts, use <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\">Univest<\/a>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_the_Right_SEBI_Registered_Stock_Advisor_for_You\"><\/span><strong>How to Choose the Right SEBI Registered Stock Advisor for You<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_%E2%80%94_Define_Your_Investment_Goal\"><\/span><strong>Step 1 \u2014 Define Your Investment Goal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Before choosing an advisor, be clear about what you need. If you are an intraday trader, you need a Research Analyst whose calls cover entry price, stop-loss, and intraday target. If you are a long-term investor building a portfolio, you need either an RIA for personalised advice or a platform providing fundamental research. Matching your goal to the advisor&#8217;s specialisation is the first step.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_%E2%80%94_Assess_Track_Record_and_Win_Rate\"><\/span><strong>Step 2 \u2014 Assess Track Record and Win Rate<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>SEBI requires registered advisors to disclose past performance. Ask for the win rate and average return data across a verifiable time period \u2014 not cherry-picked trades. A good Research Analyst will have a verified track record on the SEBI-mandated performance disclosure format. Be sceptical of advisors who share only their best calls without context.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_%E2%80%94_Evaluate_the_Fee_Structure\"><\/span><strong>Step 3 \u2014 Evaluate the Fee Structure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>SEBI caps advisory fees for RIAs \u2014 Rs.1.25 lakh per annum per family (or 2.5% of AUM, whichever is lower). Research Analyst platforms like Univest offer subscription plans starting from Rs.6 per day \u2014 making quality advisory accessible at every income level. Avoid platforms that charge a percentage of profits, as this creates misaligned incentives.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_%E2%80%94_Check_for_Technology_and_Risk_Management\"><\/span><strong>Step 4 \u2014 Check for Technology and Risk Management<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Modern SEBI-registered platforms combine human analyst expertise with AI-driven screening and real-time alerts. <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\">Univest<\/a> integrates both \u2014 SEBI-registered Research Analysts making final calls, supported by AI that screens 5,000+ stocks daily for fundamental and technical criteria. Each recommendation includes entry price, stop-loss, and target, ensuring every user has a defined risk-reward framework before acting.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Univest_Is_Indias_Preferred_SEBI_Registered_Advisory_Platform\"><\/span><strong>Why Univest Is India&#8217;s Preferred SEBI Registered Advisory Platform<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Univest has built India&#8217;s first unified platform combining SEBI-registered research advisory with AI-powered screening and integrated brokerage. Here is what distinguishes it:<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Univest Advantage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SEBI Registration<\/td><td>RIA + Research Analyst registration<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Experience<\/td><td>75+ years combined analyst experience<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coverage<\/td><td>Equity, F&amp;O, Commodity, Mutual Funds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Technology<\/td><td>AI + human analyst hybrid model<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pricing<\/td><td>From Rs.6 per day \u2014 no hidden charges<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Investors Served<\/td><td>5 Million+ across India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Grievance<\/td><td>SEBI SCORES compliant<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Source: Univest.in \u2014 April 2026.<\/p><p>Download the <a href=\"http:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a> to access SEBI-registered stock recommendations directly on your phone.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>A SEBI registered stock advisor is not a luxury \u2014 it is your legal protection as an investor. With nearly 988 registered investment advisors and thousands of Research Analysts in India, there is no shortage of legitimate advisory. The shortage is of awareness about how to verify and choose them. Always check SEBI registration, demand disclosed track records, and never follow unregistered Telegram channels or YouTube &#8216;gurus&#8217; promising guaranteed profits. Univest is SEBI-registered, transparent about its performance, and accessible at Rs.6 per day \u2014 making quality advisory available to every investor in India, not just the wealthy.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_SEBI_registered_stock_advisor\"><\/span><strong>What is a SEBI registered stock advisor?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>A SEBI registered stock advisor is a professional or firm licensed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India to provide investment advice (as a Registered Investment Advisor \/ RIA) or stock research and recommendations (as a Research Analyst \/ RA). Only SEBI-registered advisors are legally authorised to give stock tips and charge fees for advisory in India. You can verify any advisor&#8217;s registration at sebi.gov.in under &#8216;Registered Entities.&#8217;<\/p><p><strong>How do I verify a SEBI registered advisor?<\/strong><\/p><p>Visit sebi.gov.in, click on &#8216;Intermediaries \/ Market Infrastructure Institutions,&#8217; select &#8216;Registered Entities,&#8217; and search by the advisor&#8217;s name or registration number. Genuine advisors display their SEBI registration number on their website, app, and communication materials. Cross-verify this number on the SEBI website to confirm it is active and not cancelled or suspended.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_RIA_and_Research_Analyst\"><\/span><strong>What is the difference between RIA and Research Analyst?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>A Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) provides personalised investment advice to individual clients, has a fiduciary duty to act in the client&#8217;s best interest, and can only charge fixed fees \u2014 not commissions. A Research Analyst (RA) publishes stock research reports and trade recommendations for mass distribution, does not have a fiduciary duty, and can be employed by brokerages or advisory platforms. For retail investors, interacting with a platform backed by SEBI-registered Research Analysts is the most practical approach.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_free_Telegram_stock_tips_legal\"><\/span><strong>Are free Telegram stock tips legal?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>No. Providing stock tips or investment advice on Telegram, WhatsApp, or any channel for a fee \u2014 without a valid SEBI registration \u2014 is illegal under SEBI regulations. Many Telegram channels claim to be &#8216;educational&#8217; to circumvent regulations, but if they are suggesting specific stocks to buy or sell, they are functioning as advisors without registration. SEBI has conducted raids and prosecuted multiple unregistered operators. Always verify SEBI registration before acting on any advice.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_SEBI_registered_advisor_charge\"><\/span><strong>How much does a SEBI registered advisor charge?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>SEBI caps advisory fees for RIAs at Rs.1.25 lakh per annum per family or 2.5% of AUM (whichever is lower). Research Analyst platforms are not subject to the same cap and typically offer subscription plans. Univest&#8217;s SEBI-registered advisory plans start at Rs.6 per day \u2014 one of the most affordable legitimate advisory services in India. Always demand a clear fee agreement before paying any advisor.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_file_a_complaint_against_a_fake_stock_advisor\"><\/span><strong>Can I file a complaint against a fake stock advisor?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Yes. You can file a complaint against any unregistered or fraudulent stock advisor on the SEBI SCORES platform (scores.sebi.gov.in). SEBI takes action against unregistered advisors and has the power to freeze assets, impose penalties, and initiate criminal prosecution. You can also report to your local police&#8217;s cyber crime unit if money has been defrauded.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_Univest_different_from_other_advisory_platforms\"><\/span><strong>What makes Univest different from other advisory platforms?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Univest is SEBI-registered as both an RIA and a Research Analyst platform \u2014 one of very few in India to hold both registrations. It combines human analyst expertise (75+ years combined experience) with AI-powered stock screening, and integrates advisory directly with a brokerage account for seamless execution. Plans start at Rs.6 per day. 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