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1.\u2060 \u2060The Growing Menace of Fraudulent UPI IDs<\/strong>
With the rise in digital trading, cybercriminals have been exploiting unverified UPI handles to impersonate brokers and siphon funds from unsuspecting investors. SEBI has identified a surge in such fraudulent activities and is taking decisive action to curb them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.\u2060 \u2060Introducing the \u201c@valid\u201d UPI Handle<\/strong>
To counter these scams, SEBI is rolling out verified UPI handles for all SEBI-registered market intermediaries (brokers, advisors, mutual funds, etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.\u2060 \u2060Visual Trust: The \u201cThumbs-Up in Green Triangle\u201d<\/strong>
To further enhance transparency, verified UPI IDs will feature a green triangle with a thumbs-up icon in UPI apps. This serves as an instant visual cue for users, confirming the legitimacy of the recipient before initiating any transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.\u2060 \u2060\u201cSEBI Check\u201d Tool for Verification<\/strong>
SEBI is also launching a SEBI Check tool that allows investors to verify a UPI ID or QR code before making a payment. This tool will cross-check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UPI Handle | Bank Account Number | IFSC Code | It ensures that the payment is being made to a SEBI-authorized entity.

5.\u2060 \u2060Rollout Timeline & Guidelines<\/strong>
Go Live Date : October 1, 2025
Grace Period: Existing unverified UPI IDs can be used till 08th December 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transaction Limit: \u20b95 lakh per day via UPI for transactions with registered intermediaries<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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