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Upstox secures bond platform licence

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In short

The new operating status enables Upstox to directly offer corporate bonds, government securities, and sovereign gold bonds on its platform. Retail users will be able to begin investing in these fixed-income assets with an entry threshold starting at Rs 1,000. This transition replaces an earlier setup where the brokerage relied on a partnership with IndiaBonds, first announced in September 2025, to supply bond access. Although the expanded suite is expected to go live soon, the firm has not yet declared an official launch date.

Key points

  • Direct platform licensing removes the brokerage's operational reliance on external third-…: Direct platform licensing removes the brokerage's operational reliance on external third-party bond providers.
  • The company previously facilitated bond market transactions through a partnership arrange…: The company previously facilitated bond market transactions through a partnership arrangement formed with IndiaBonds.
  • An official public launch date for the integrated bond service remains unannounced by the…: An official public launch date for the integrated bond service remains unannounced by the company.

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Stockbroking platform Upstox has secured approval to operate as an online bond platform provider (OBPP) and is preparing to roll out direct bond investments on its app, according to people aware of the development.The Mumbai-based brokerage plans to offer corporate bonds, government securities and sovereign gold bonds, with investments starting at Rs 1,000, the people said. The launch is expected soon, although a date has not been

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Upstox secures bond platform licence, to launch direct offerings soon

Synopsis

Upstox has been offering bonds through IndiaBonds, following a partnership announced in September 2025. The new licence will allow the company to offer the instruments directly instead of relying on a third-party bond platform.

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