Eligibility Criteria

Qualified Investors

Individuals

  • Indian residents (KYC verified)
  • 18+ years (minors via guardians)
  • ₹6,500 minimum investment

HUFs/Trusts

  • Valid PAN mandatory
  • No income ceiling
  • Requires legal documentation

Universities

  • Restricted to central/state institutions
  • Requires UGC approval
  • Max 100kg per tranche

Required Documents

Identity Proof

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Passport

Address Proof

  • Voter ID
  • Utility Bills (3 months old)
  • Driving License

Financial Documents

  • Bank statement (3 months)
  • Income Tax Returns (ITR)
  • Demat account details

Verification Tip

Use our sgb calculator after completing KYC

Income Requirements

Salary Earners

Latest 3 salary slips required

Min ₹50,000 annual income

Business Owners

ITR filings for last 2 years

Turnover ₹10L+ required

Senior Citizens

Age-proof documentation

60+ years for special rates

Who Can't Invest?

  • Non-Resident Indians (NRIs)
  • Corporate entities
  • Foreign institutional investors
  • Individuals without PAN

Exclusion Example

NRI trying to invest via NRO account:

Rejected per FEMA guidelines

Compliance Checklist

  • Complete FATCA declaration
  • Update KYC every 2 years
  • Link Aadhaar with PAN
  • Maintain demat account validity
*Based on RBI Circular 2024-25/1234