SEBI vide circular dated March 21, 2024 has announced introduction of Beta version of T+0 rolling settlement cycle on optional basis in addition to the existing T+1 settlement cycle in Equity Cash Markets.
Considering that a shortened settlement cycle will bring cost and time efficiency, transparency in charges to investors and strengthen risk management at clearing corporations and the overall securities market ecosystem.
Accordingly, based on the recommendations of Working Group consisting of MIIs, public comments, and recommendations of Risk Management Review Committee of SEBI, a proposal on introduction of optional T+0 settlement and subsequent optional Instant Settlement, in addition to the existing T+1 settlement cycle was placed before SEBI Board for approval. Pursuant to deliberations and approval of the Board, it has been decided to put in place a framework for introduction of the Beta version of T+0 settlement cycle on optional basis in addition to the existing T+1 settlement cycle in equity cash market, for a limited set of 25 scrips and with a limited number of brokers.
