About Me
About Prabhat Kumar
Welcome to my educational platform dedicated to spreading awareness about the Indian Equity Market. My name is Prabhat Kumar, and I am a SEBI Registered Research Analyst, holding Registration No. INH100009345. I am passionate about financial literacy and simplifying the intricacies of the Indian Equity Market for investors and learners.
Education
I hold an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B. Com), providing a strong foundation in finance, accounting, and strategic management. Additionally, I hold NISM certifications in Commodity, Currency, and Equity Derivatives, reflecting my expertise across financial segments.
Professional Experience
With over 18 years of professional experience in Accounts, Finance, and Taxation and more than 7 years in the Share Market, I bring practical knowledge that helps investors at all levels make informed decisions.
About Website
This platform promotes financial awareness and empowers individuals with tools and knowledge to confidently navigate the Indian Equity Market. Explore the content and join a community of informed investors.
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Clarity on Offerings
All information and insights shared are strictly for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Investors are strongly advised to conduct their own research and consult with a certified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
I am, however, always available to answer your queries related to share market activities. You may reach out using the official contact details provided on this platform.
Investor Charter
Annexure A - Research Analyst
A. Vision and Mission Statements
- Vision: Invest with knowledge & safety.
- Mission: Every investor should be able to invest in right investment products based on their needs, manage and monitor them to meet their goals, access reports and enjoy financial wellness.
B. Details of Business Transacted
- ✅ To publish research reports based on research activities.
- ✅ To provide an independent, unbiased view on securities.
- ✅ To offer unbiased recommendations with disclosure of financial interests.
- ✅ To provide research recommendations based on publicly available information and observations.
- ✅ To conduct audit annually.
- ✅ To ensure advertisements comply with SEBI’s Advertisement Code for Research Analysts.
- ✅ To maintain records of all client interactions (including prospective clients before onboarding).
C. Details of Services to Investors
- 📌 Onboarding of Clients:
- Sharing terms & conditions of research services.
- Completing KYC of fee-paying clients.
- 📌 Disclosure to Clients:
- Disclose material information (business activity, disciplinary history, terms, associates, risks & conflicts of interest).
- Disclose extent of use of Artificial Intelligence tools in research services.
- Disclose conflicts of interest while distributing third-party research reports or provide link to disclosures.
- Disclose conflicts of interest between research services and other activities of the Research Analyst.
- 📌 Distribute research reports & recommendations without discrimination.
- 📌 Maintain confidentiality until research is made public.
- 📌 Respect client data privacy & protect confidential information.
- 📌 Disclose timelines for services and ensure adherence.
- 📌 Provide clear guidance & caution for complex/high-risk products.
- 📌 Treat all clients with honesty and integrity.
- 📌 Ensure confidentiality of client-shared information unless legally required or with consent.
D. Grievance Redressal Mechanism
- 📌 Investors may approach the Research Analyst for resolution within 21 days of grievance receipt.
- 📌 File complaint via SCORES 2.0:
- First review by RAASB.
- Second review by SEBI.
- 📌 Complaint via email to designated RAASB email ID.
- 📌 File complaint on SMARTODR for online conciliation/arbitration.
- 📌 Physical complaints can be sent to:
Office of Investor Assistance and Education,
Securities and Exchange Board of India,
SEBI Bhavan, Plot No. C4-A, ‘G’ Block,
Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (E),
Mumbai - 400 051.
E. Rights of Investors
- ✔️ Right to Privacy and Confidentiality
- ✔️ Right to Transparent Practices
- ✔️ Right to Fair and Equitable Treatment
- ✔️ Right to Adequate Information
- ✔️ Right to Initial and Continuing Disclosure of statutory and regulatory information
- ✔️ Right to Fair & True Advertisement
- ✔️ Right to Awareness about Service Parameters and Turnaround Times
- ✔️ Right to be Informed of Service Timelines
- ✔️ Right to be Heard and Receive Satisfactory Grievance Redressal
- ✔️ Right to Timely Redressal
- ✔️ Right to Exit from products/services as per agreed terms
- ✔️ Right to Clear Guidance on Complex/High-Risk Products
- ✔️ Additional Rights for Vulnerable Consumers (including differently-abled)
- ✔️ Right to Provide Feedback
- ✔️ Right against coercive, unfair, or one-sided clauses in agreements
F. Expectations from Investors
✅ Do’s
- ✔️ Always deal with SEBI-registered Research Analysts.
- ✔️ Ensure Research Analyst has valid registration certificate.
- ✔️ Check SEBI registration number (Check List).
- ✔️ Pay attention to disclosures in research reports before investing.
- ✔️ Pay through banking channels only and keep signed receipts (or via RAASB CeFCoM if opted).
- ✔️ Check recommendations before investing in securities or IPOs.
- ✔️ Ask relevant questions and clear doubts before acting.
- ✔️ Seek clarification on complex/high-risk products.
- ✔️ Be aware of your right to stop services anytime as per terms.
- ✔️ Provide feedback on services received.
- ✔️ Remember you’re not bound by clauses contravening regulations.
- ✔️ Inform SEBI about assured/guaranteed return claims.
🚫 Don’ts
- ❌ Do not provide funds for investment to the Research Analyst.
- ❌ Do not fall prey to luring advertisements or market rumors.
- ❌ Do not get influenced by discounts, incentives, gifts, etc.
- ❌ Do not share trading/demat/bank account credentials.
Annexure B - Complaints Data
Complaint Data for the month ended –
Trend of Monthly Disposal of Complaints
| Month | Carried Forward | Received | Resolved | Pending |
|---|
Trend of Annual Disposal of Complaints
# Inclusive of complaints pending as on the last day of the month.
@ Please be aware that scammers have impersonated me by using my SEBI Research Analyst Registration Number during the mentioned period. Necessary actions have been taken in due course to address this issue.
📌 Most Important Terms and Conditions (MITC)
Forming part of the Terms and Conditions for providing research services
- 🚫 No Trading Execution: The Research Analyst (RA) cannot execute/carry out any trade (purchase/sell transaction) on behalf of the client. Clients are advised not to permit RA to execute any trade on their behalf.
- 💰 Fees & Limits:
The fee charged by RA will be subject to the maximum amount prescribed by SEBI/RAASB from time to time (applicable only for Individual and HUF clients).
- 📌 Current limit: ₹1,51,000 per annum per family of client for all research services.
- ⚠️ Statutory charges are not included.
- 🏢 Fee limits do not apply to non-individual clients or accredited investors.
- 📅 Advance Fee Payment: RA may charge fees in advance if agreed by the client. Such advance shall not exceed the period stipulated by SEBI (presently one quarter). In case of pre-mature termination of services by either party, the client shall be entitled to a proportionate refund for the unexpired period.
- 💳 Payment Modes: Clients may pay fees via Cheque, Online Bank Transfer, UPI. ❌ Cash payments are not allowed. ✅ Optionally, payments may be made through the Centralized Fee Collection Mechanism (CeFCoM) managed by BSE Limited (recognized RAASB).
- ⚖️ Conflict of Interest: The RA must comply with SEBI & RAASB regulations regarding disclosure and mitigation of conflicts of interest. The RA will promptly inform clients of any actual or potential conflict that may affect services.
- ❌ No Guaranteed Returns: Offering or assuring fixed/assured/guaranteed return schemes is prohibited by law. The RA cannot guarantee profits, accuracy, or risk-free investments.
- 📊 Market Risks: Investments made on the basis of research recommendations are subject to market risks. Recommendations provide no assurance of returns. Clients must rely on their own judgment, and losses cannot be claimed from the RA.
- 📜 SEBI Registration: SEBI registration, enlistment with RAASB, and NISM certification do not guarantee performance or returns.
- 📢 Grievance Redressal:
- 📞 Step 1: Contact the RA directly (details available on website / grievance redressal matrix).
- 📌 Step 2: Lodge grievances via SEBI SCORES.
- ⚖️ Step 3: Use Smart ODR for online dispute resolution.
- 📲 Stay Updated: Clients must keep their contact details updated with the RA (email & mobile).
- 🔒 Security Alert: The RA shall never ask for client’s login credentials, OTPs, or sensitive account details for Trading, Demat, or Bank Accounts. 👉 Never share such information with anyone, including the RA.
📞 Customer Grievance Mechanism
In case of any complaint or query, you may approach:
If you are not satisfied with our response, you can lodge your grievance with SEBI at http://scores.sebi.gov.in or you may also write to any of the offices of SEBI.
For any queries, feedback, or assistance, please contact SEBI’s Toll-Free Helpline at 1800 22 7575 / 1800 266 7575.
If unsatisfied with the response, you may also access the Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Portal. Your attention is drawn to SEBI circular no. SEBI/HO/OIAE/OIAE_IAD-1/P/CIR/2023/131 dated July 31, 2023 on “Online Resolution of Disputes in the Indian Securities Market”.
The ODR Portal, which harnesses conciliation and online arbitration for dispute resolution, can be accessed here: 🌐 Access Smart ODR
📞 Get in Touch
If you have any queries, feel free to reach out. I’ll be happy to assist you.
👤 Prabhat Kumar
📍 Address: 2557/1, Jawahar Colony, N.I.T. Faridabad-121005, Haryana
📞 Mobile: +91 8375 804 620
📧 Email: prabhatdcm@gmail.com | info@researchanalystprabhat.com (for queries)