{"id":1938,"date":"2026-09-09T10:46:51","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T10:46:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/explore\/?post_type=curriculum&p=1938"},"modified":"2026-09-14T06:57:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T06:57:39","slug":"introduction-to-indian-stock-market","status":"publish","type":"curriculum","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/explore\/stock-market\/introduction-to-indian-stock-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Introduction to Indian Stock Market"},"content":{"rendered":"

What is a Stock Market?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A stock market is a platform where shares are bought and sold. For the unknown, shares are small ownership units of publicly listed companies. When you buy a share of a company, you become a part-owner of that business. Here your returns depend on how well the company performs.<\/p>\n

The Two Major Stock Exchanges in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Stock trading in India happens through exchanges, which are regulated marketplaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
Exchange<\/strong><\/td>\nFull Form<\/strong><\/td>\nEstablished<\/strong><\/td>\nKey Index<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BSE<\/td>\nBombay Stock Exchange<\/td>\n1875<\/td>\nSensex (Tracks 30 companies)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NSE<\/td>\nNational Stock Exchange<\/td>\n1992<\/td>\nNifty 50 (Tracks 50 companies)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

These two exchanges list thousands of companies. They also handle the buying and selling of shares electronically.<\/p>\n

Who Regulates the Market?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)<\/strong> is the regulatory body for stock markets. SEBI oversees all trading activities and its job is to:<\/p>\n

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  • Protect the investors\u2019 interest<\/li>\n
  • Make sure that fair and transparent trading practices are in place<\/li>\n
  • Regulate stock exchanges, brokers, and listed companies<\/li>\n
  • Prevent fraud and market manipulation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Important Terms Every Beginner Should Know<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Share\/Stock<\/strong><\/td>\nA unit representing ownership in a company<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Initial Public Offering (IPO)<\/strong><\/td>\nWhen a company sells its shares to the public for the first time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Demat Account<\/strong><\/td>\nAn account that holds your shares in electronic form<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Trading Account<\/strong><\/td>\nAn account used to buy and sell shares<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Broker<\/strong><\/td>\nA licensed intermediary who executes trades on your behalf<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Index<\/strong><\/td>\nA benchmark tracking the performance of a group of stocks (Sensex, Nifty are examples)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Bull Market<\/strong><\/td>\nA period when stock prices are rising<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Bear Market<\/strong><\/td>\nA period when stock prices are falling<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    6-Step Process to Start Investing<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    To trade or invest in the stock market, follow these 6 basic steps:<\/p>\n

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    1. Open a Demat and Trading account<\/strong> with a registered broker<\/li>\n
    2. Complete your KYC<\/strong> (Know Your Customer) verification with PAN card, address proof, and bank details<\/li>\n
    3. Link your bank account<\/strong> for transferring funds for trading<\/li>\n
    4. Research companies<\/strong> before investing your money<\/li>\n
    5. Place buy or sell orders<\/strong> through your broker’s app or website<\/li>\n
    6. Track your investments<\/strong> regularly<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Why do Companies List on the Stock Market?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      It is to raise money or capital that companies list their shares. They use the capital for growth, expansion, or to pay off debts. In return, investors get a chance to own a part of the company and potentially earn profits through:<\/p>\n

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      • Capital appreciation<\/strong>: The increase in stock price over time<\/li>\n
      • Dividends<\/strong>: A portion of company profits that is shared with shareholders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        4 Common Methods to Invest<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
        Method<\/strong><\/td>\nDescription<\/strong><\/td>\nSuitable For<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Direct Equity<\/td>\nBuying individual company shares<\/td>\nInvestors who research stocks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Mutual Funds<\/td>\nPooled investment managed by professionals<\/td>\nBeginners seeking diversification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        ETFs<\/td>\nFunds that track an index and trade like stocks<\/td>\nPassive, low-cost investors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        IPOs<\/td>\nBuying shares when a company first goes public<\/td>\nInvestors seeking early entry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

        4 Main Risks to Keep in Mind<\/strong><\/h2>\n

        Investing in the stock market involves risk and prices can go up or down based on:<\/p>\n

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        1. Company performance and earnings<\/li>\n
        2. Economic conditions and government policies<\/li>\n
        3. Global market trends<\/li>\n
        4. Investor sentiment and news events<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Always keep in mind that you should never invest money you cannot afford to lose. Last but not least, always diversify your investments instead of putting everything into one stock.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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