Is Interactive Brokers a Scam? Regulation Check 2026
We checked Interactive Brokers's licence in the official SEBI register. Here is what the public records say.
Verdict
Interactive Brokers is NOT a scam. It holds SEBI licence INZ000217730, authorising it to offer trading services in India.
How to verify on the official register
| Regulator | SEBI SEBI |
| Licence Number | INZ000217730 |
| Regulated Entity | Interactive Brokers (India) Pvt Ltd |
| Founded | 1978 |
| Listed | NASDAQ:IBKR — publicly audited |
What SEBI regulation means
SEBI-regulated brokers must keep client funds in segregated accounts, provide negative balance protection, and submit to independent audits. Clients can file complaints with SEBI directly.
What SEBI regulation means for your money
- Client funds held in segregated bank accounts, separate from Interactive Brokers's own capital
- Negative balance protection — you cannot lose more than your deposit
- Right to file complaints directly with SEBI if Interactive Brokers fails to resolve your issue
- Interactive Brokers submits to regular independent financial audits under SEBI oversight
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Interactive Brokers a scam or legitimate?
Interactive Brokers is NOT a scam. It holds SEBI licence number INZ000217730. SEBI is one of the world's most respected financial regulators. The licence is publicly verifiable in the SEBI official register.
How do I check Interactive Brokers's SEBI licence?
Go to the official SEBI website and use the public register search. Search for licence number INZ000217730 or the entity name. The record will confirm Interactive Brokers's authorisation status and the scope of its permissions.
Are my funds safe with Interactive Brokers?
As an SEBI-regulated broker, Interactive Brokers must keep all client funds in segregated bank accounts, completely separate from company funds. This protects your deposits even if Interactive Brokers encounters financial difficulties.
What protection do I have as a Interactive Brokers client in India?
In India, Interactive Brokers operates under SEBI supervision. You are entitled to: segregated client funds, negative balance protection (you cannot lose more than you deposit), and the right to file complaints directly with SEBI.
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