CSCRF SEBI Audit

CSCRF SEBI Audit

The CSCRF SEBI Audit is designed to help SEBI-regulated entities meet the Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework requirements. Conducted by CERT-In empanelled auditors, this audit ensures your policies, systems, and processes comply with SEBI guidelines, reducing regulatory and cyber risks.

SEBI Compliance Checklist – Key Points

  • Updated cybersecurity & resilience policies
  • Documented IT asset inventory
  • Annual vulnerability & penetration testing
  • 24x7 SOC monitoring and alerting
  • Multi-factor authentication for critical systems
  • Data encryption and secure log retention (2 years)

Who Requires This Audit?

Mandatory for stock exchanges, depositories, brokers, mutual funds, portfolio managers, RTAs, and other SEBI-registered intermediaries handling sensitive market data.

How ISECURION Can Help

We provide complete SEBI audit support, including gap assessment, remediation guidance, policy drafting, and assistance in audit report submission — ensuring you’re always compliance-ready.

Guaranteed SEBI Compliance

Achieve full adherence to SEBI's Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework, avoiding penalties and operational disruptions.

Enhanced Data Security

Protect sensitive market data with advanced encryption, strict access controls, and monitoring systems.

Business Continuity

Ensure operational resilience through disaster recovery drills, backup validation, and rapid incident response.


Boost Stakeholder Trust

Strengthen regulator, investor, and customer confidence by demonstrating robust cybersecurity practices.

Tailored Audit Approach

Receive audit procedures customised to your SEBI registration type and operational environment.

Proactive Risk Mitigation

Identify and address vulnerabilities before they impact compliance or disrupt business operations.

Step 1: Gap Assessment

Evaluate current policies, processes, and systems against SEBI’s CSCRF requirements.

Step 2: Documentation Review

Review policies, SOPs, and incident logs for SEBI compliance readiness.

Step 3: Security Testing

Conduct vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and SOC control validation.


Step 4: Third-Party Review

Assess vendor and partner systems for SEBI-compliant controls.

Step 5: Remediation Support

Provide recommendations and support to fix compliance gaps.

Step 6: Final Audit

Perform final audit checks to confirm compliance readiness.

Step 7: Compliance Report

Deliver a detailed audit report for SEBI submission.

Is SEBI cybersecurity audit mandatory?
Yes, SEBI mandates an annual cybersecurity audit for all regulated entities.
Who needs a CSCRF SEBI audit?
Stock exchanges, clearing corporations, depositories, brokers, mutual funds, portfolio managers, RTAs, and all SEBI-registered intermediaries.
What is covered in a SEBI audit?
Policy compliance, vulnerability scans, SOC readiness, DR drills, and log retention checks.
How often should the SEBI audit be conducted?
At least once every year as per SEBI guidelines.
Who can perform a SEBI audit?
Only CERT-In empanelled auditors with SEBI audit experience can conduct it.
What happens if a company fails the SEBI audit?
Non-compliance can lead to penalties, reputational loss, and operational restrictions.
Does SEBI require vulnerability testing?
Yes, periodic vulnerability and penetration tests are required.
Are third-party vendors included in the SEBI audit?
Yes, vendor systems handling SEBI-regulated data must also comply.
How long must logs be retained for SEBI compliance?
Logs must be retained for at least two years.
Can ISECURION help with SEBI audit readiness?
Yes, ISECURION offers complete SEBI compliance services from assessment to audit submission.
Need help with SEBI Audit readiness? Talk to our CERT-In empanelled auditors.
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