India’s participation in capital markets continued to deepen in 2025, with the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) recording strong growth in its investor base and reinforcing the role of equities in long-term wealth creation.
As of December 19, 2025, NSE had 12.4 crore unique investors, with 24.4 crore investor accounts in total. During the year, 1.5 crore new investors joined the market, reflecting growing trust in equity markets as a preferred avenue for savings and investments.
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) plays a key role in enabling long-term wealth creation by connecting millions of households to India’s growing economy through transparent and well-regulated capital markets. Investor participation expanded across all regions of the country, with growth extending well beyond major metropolitan centres. States such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal led new investor additions, while several smaller and North-Eastern states also recorded healthy growth, pointing to rising financial awareness and improved market access.
India’s equity markets continued to support household wealth creation during the year. The total market value of NSE-listed companies rose to ₹469 lakh crore, underlining the expanding scale of India’s listed economy. Market indices delivered steady returns despite global uncertainties, with the Nifty 50 delivering over 11% returns on a total return basis in 2025, helping long-term investors grow their wealth through disciplined market participation.
Primary markets remained active in 2025, offering investors opportunities to participate in India’s corporate growth. During the year, 213 companies were listed on NSE, raising close to ₹1.77 lakh crore, with retail investors continuing to play an important role across both Mainboard and SME IPOs.
NSE also significantly expanded its Investor Awareness Programmes, reaching nearly 1.2 crore participants across the country, with special focus on encouraging women investors and first-time participants. To further strengthen investor confidence, the Investor Protection Fund grew to over ₹2,750 crore, reinforcing safeguards for market participants.
With a rising investor base, growing awareness, and a strong regulatory framework, NSE continues to help Indian households build long-term wealth and participate in India’s economic growth.
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