2026 amendments standardise educational eligibility at 60% graduation marks, include CGPA conversion rules, and recognise foreign degree equivalency.
SEBI Revises Educational Qualifications for Recruitment
SEBI has issued the Second Amendment Regulations, 2026, updating educational criteria for officer recruitment. The revised norms require a minimum of 60% aggregate in graduation, with defined CGPA-to-percentage conversion standards and recognition of equivalency for foreign degrees assessed by recognised authorities.
These changes aim to standardise benchmarks across diverse educational institutions and ensure fair evaluation of candidates from varied academic backgrounds. The move also aligns with UGC and AICTE guidelines on grade equivalence.
While primarily internal, these norms may influence hiring standards in regulated entities. Legal teams involved in recruitment for market intermediaries should review their eligibility frameworks to ensure consistency with SEBI’s expectations.
