Consumer Charter for IFSC Regulated Entities: Compliance Expectations under IFSCA Circular dated 08 May 2026 The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has been steadily strengthening the regulatory and governance framework within GIFT IFSC to align with global financial standards. Continuing this approach, IFSCA issued a circular dated 08 May…

IFSCA Master Circular for Broker Dealers & Clearing Members, 2026: Key Changes from Earlier Circulars and the 2021 Framework The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has issued the Master Circular for Broker Dealers and Clearing Members dated May 12, 2026, consolidating various circulars issued between 2020 and 2024 into…

Payment and Settlement Systems in GIFT IFSC: Regulatory Framework, Authorisation and Compliance Landscape Introduction to Payment Systems in IFSC The International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) at GIFT City has emerged as India’s gateway to global financial markets, enabling cross-border financial services under a unified regulatory framework. A robust payment and…

IFSCA Reporting Norms for Capital Market Intermediaries (2026): A Comprehensive Compliance Guide The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) serves as the unified regulator for financial services in India’s International Financial Services Centres (IFSC), primarily located at GIFT City. Established to develop a globally competitive financial ecosystem, IFSCA regulates banking,…

Foreign Universities in GIFT IFSC: Regulatory Framework, Structures, Courses and Strategic Opportunities Introduction: GIFT IFSC as an Emerging Global Education Destination India’s GIFT International Financial Services Centre (GIFT IFSC), originally conceptualized as a global financial hub, is now evolving into a strategic centre for international education. This transition is not…

Aircraft Leasing in GIFT IFSC: Regulatory Framework, Structures and Compliance Guide GIFT IFSC is emerging as a strategic aircraft leasing hub aimed at reducing India’s reliance on offshore jurisdictions such as Ireland. With a dedicated regulatory framework under IFSCA, aircraft leasing has been formalised as a financial activity, enabling global…

Global / Regional Corporate Treasury Centres (GRCTC) in GIFT IFSC: Regulatory Framework, Activities and Strategic Opportunities Introduction & Concept of GRCTC GIFT IFSC has rapidly emerged as a globally competitive financial hub, attracting multinational groups seeking efficient cross-border financial structures. In this context, the concept of Global / Regional Corporate…