The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released the official notification for its Young Professional Program (YPP) 2026. This program offers an exceptional opportunity for eligible young professionals to gain insight into the Indian capital markets and the functioning of a regulatory body. Selected candidates will work on projects across various domains including Securities Market Operations, Law, Research, Information Technology, and Rajbasha.
The engagement is temporary for one year and may be extended up to three years based on performance. Selected Young Professionals (YPs) will be posted at SEBI’s Head Office in Mumbai and will receive a monthly stipend of ₹70,000.
SEBI YPP 2026 Overview
| Organization | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) |
| Program Name | SEBI Young Professional Program 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 91 Posts |
| Job Location | Mumbai (Head Office) |
| Duration | 1 Year (Extendable up to 3 years) |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹70,000 (All inclusive) |
| Selection Mode | Screening & Virtual Interviews (No Written Exam) |
| Official Website | www.sebi.gov.in |
Important Dates
Candidates must submit their applications within the stipulated window. SEBI will not be responsible for applications not submitted by the deadline.
Notification Date: February 08, 2026
Application Window: Open for 21 days from the date of advertisement publication.
Last Date to Apply: (Approximately end of February 2026; candidates should check the portal immediately).
Vacancy Details
SEBI has announced a total of 91 vacancies distributed across five specific domains. Candidates are permitted to apply for one domain only; multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
| Domain | No. of Vacancies |
| Securities Market Operations (SMO) | 40 |
| Law | 13 |
| Research | 4 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 29 |
| Rajbasha | 5 |
| Total | 91 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit
Maximum Age: Candidate must not be more than 30 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
2. Educational Qualification & Experience
Candidates must meet the specific degree and experience requirements for their chosen domain.
Securities Market Operations (SMO):
Education: Management degree (Specialization in Finance) with 60% marks; OR CA / CS / CMA with 55% marks; OR CFA (all 3 levels cleared).
Experience: At least 1 year of work experience in the financial sector.
Law:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) with minimum 60% marks.
Experience: At least 1 year of work experience in corporate/securities laws.
Research:
Education: Master’s in Economics / Finance / Econometrics / Commerce / Statistics with 60% marks. (PhD candidates preferred) .
Experience: 1 year of research/work experience. (Experience is not mandatory for PhD holders) .
Information Technology (IT):
Education: B.E./B.Tech (Electronics / IT / CS); OR MCA / MSc (IT/CS); OR MBA (Systems/Analytics) with 60% marks.
Experience: At least 1 year in software development (Java, Python, Angular, etc.) or Cyber Security.
Rajbasha:
Education: Master’s Degree in Hindi/English/Translation (with English/Hindi as a subject at Bachelor’s level).
Experience: At least 1 year in the field, including Hindi typing knowledge.
Selection Process
The selection is a 3-step process:
Application Screening: Applications will be shortlisted based on criteria such as NIRF ranking of institutes, academic performance, statement of purpose, and relevance of work experience.
For IT Candidates: Factors may include coding competition rankings, bug bounties, GATE scores, or certifications like CISA/CISSP.
Preliminary Interview: Conducted in virtual mode.
Final Interview: Conducted in virtual mode.
Application Fee
The official notification states that the Board will not reimburse any costs incurred by candidates for applying or appearing for interviews. The document does not specify a mandatory application fee; candidates should check the application portal to confirm whether a fee applies at submission.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via online mode only.
- Visit the SEBI Official Website (www.sebi.gov.in).
- Navigate to the “Careers” section.
- Click on the link for “SEBI Young Professional Program 2026”.
- Fill out the application form carefully. Note that no changes are permitted after submission.
- Upon submission, save the Application Number and the system-generated form for future reference.
Important Note: Candidates must produce original documents for verification at the time of onboarding. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of candidature.
Official Links
| SEBI Young Professional Program 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| SEBI Young Professional Program 2026 Apply Online Link | Click Here |
- Official Website: www.sebi.gov.in
