SEBI to strengthen digital and forensic capabilities signs MoU with NFSU

SEBI to strengthen digital and forensic capabilities signs MoU with NFSU

Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), aimed at strengthening its technological, investigative and forensic capabilities. The MOU was signed on November 24, 2025. NFSU, established under the National Forensic Sciences University Act, 2020, is country’s premier institution for forensic science education and research.

The collaboration focuses on enhancing SEBI’s expertise in key areas such as digital forensics, forensic accounting, cyber security and data analytics. As part of the agreement, NFSU will design specialised and customised training programmes for SEBI officers to improve operational efficiency and strengthen regulatory oversight. The two institutions will also jointly organise training sessions, seminars, conferences and workshops on subjects of mutual interest, with faculty and officers from both sides participating.

A major component of the MoU is the development of state-of-the-art forensic infrastructure for SEBI, including support in establishing advanced laboratories in domains like cyber security, digital forensics and allied sciences. NFSU may also provide consultancy services to help SEBI build modern investigative capabilities.

Additionally, subject to applicable laws, SEBI and NFSU have agreed to share knowledge and resources that can aid in more effective discharge of their respective functions.

The move will help SEBI in handling the cases of corporate fraud, fund diversion and other type of cases.