Make Your
Digital Platforms
Accessible.
Compliant. Now.
Regulatory mandates are here — SEBI, RBI, government entities are all required to meet digital accessibility standards. We get your platforms audited by IAAP-certified professionals with actionable remediation guidance, at a price that works for every regulated entity.
WCAG 2.2
Latest Standard
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Certified Auditors
100%
Remediation Included
Compliance Is No
Longer Optional
The Supreme Court of India's landmark April 2025 judgment affirmed that digital access is an intrinsic component of the right to life and liberty. Regulators across sectors have now translated this into binding compliance requirements with hard deadlines.
Non-compliance carries serious risks — regulatory action, investor complaints routed through SCORES, and reputational damage. Getting your digital platforms audited and remediated before deadlines is now a board-level governance matter.
SEBI — Digital Accessibility Circular
All SEBI Regulated Entities
SEBI issued a landmark circular (SEBI/HO/ITD-1/ITD_VIAP/P/CIR/2025/111) mandating all regulated entities — AIFs, VCFs, brokers, MFs, portfolio managers, CRAs, depositories — to ensure their investor-facing digital platforms conform to WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA, IS 17802 and GIGW standards. Phased deadlines through July 2026. Direct reporting to SEBI at digital_acc@sebi.gov.in.
Initial Audit Report Due: April 30, 2026
RPwD Act, 2016 & Rules, 2017
All Service Providers — India-wide
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 (Sections 40, 42, 46) and RPwD Rules, Rule 15(1)(c) require all service providers to make their information and communication technology accessible to persons with disabilities. SEBI's circulars operationalise this mandate for the securities market ecosystem.
Ongoing — Enforceable Now
RBI & Other Financial Regulators
Banks, NBFCs, Payment Systems
RBI-regulated entities including banks, NBFCs, payment aggregators and digital lending platforms are subject to digital accessibility requirements under the RPwD Act. KYC processes, mobile banking applications and internet banking portals are all in scope. Compliance requirements are expected to be tightened further through 2025-26.
RPwD Act — Currently Enforceable
Government Websites & Digital Services
Central & State Government Entities
All government websites are required to conform to Guidelines for Indian Government Websites (GIGW 3.0) which mandate WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) and DEPwD enforce these requirements for central government portals, state government websites and e-governance applications.
GIGW 3.0 — Mandatory for Govt Sites
WCAG 2.1 & 2.2 — What They Require
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are organised around four POUR principles: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable and Robust. Our audits test conformance against both WCAG 2.1 AA (SEBI's minimum standard) and the newer WCAG 2.2 AA requirements.
Perceivable 1.x Criteria
All information and UI components must be presentable in ways users can perceive. Covers text alternatives for images, captions for video, sufficient colour contrast (4.5:1 for normal text), and content that doesn't rely solely on sensory characteristics.
Operable 2.x Criteria
UI components and navigation must be operable. Full keyboard accessibility, no keyboard traps, skip navigation, page titles, link purpose, no content that flashes more than 3 times per second, and visible focus indicators throughout.
Understandable 3.x Criteria
Information and UI operation must be understandable. Language of page declared, unusual words explained, consistent navigation, descriptive labels, error identification with suggestions, and no unexpected context changes.
Robust 4.x Criteria
Content must be robust enough to be reliably interpreted by assistive technologies. Valid HTML/CSS markup, name, role and value for all UI components, and status messages programmatically determined — so screen readers work correctly.
Focus Not Obscured NEW 2.4.11/12
New in WCAG 2.2 — when a UI component receives keyboard focus, the focused component must not be entirely hidden by author-created content. Sticky headers and floating elements must not cover focused items.
Target Size Minimum NEW 2.5.8
New in WCAG 2.2 — the size of the target for pointer inputs must be at least 24×24 CSS pixels (AA level). This ensures mobile users and motor-impaired users can reliably activate interactive elements without errors.
Accessible Authentication NEW 3.3.7/8
New in WCAG 2.2 — authentication processes must not rely solely on cognitive function tests (memory, puzzles) without an alternative. Particular relevance for SEBI-regulated entities with digital KYC and OTP-based login flows.
Redundant Entry NEW 3.3.7
New in WCAG 2.2 — information previously entered by the user that is required to be entered again in the same process must either be auto-populated or available for the user to select — reducing cognitive burden for forms and multi-step flows.
What Gets Audited
Every investor-facing and user-facing digital touchpoint is in scope — not just the homepage. Our IAAP-certified audit process covers the full digital estate as mandated by SEBI and the RPwD Act.
Websites & Web Portals
Full audit of public-facing websites and investor portals — navigation, content, forms, tables, PDFs embedded in pages, and interactive elements.
WCAG 2.1 AAWCAG 2.2 AAGIGW 3.0
Mobile Applications
iOS and Android app accessibility — screen reader compatibility (VoiceOver/TalkBack), touch target sizing, gesture alternatives, and WCAG mobile extensions.
WCAG 2.1 AAWCAG 2.2 AAIS 17802
Digital Documents (PDFs)
Tagged PDF audit — logical reading order, heading structure, alt text for images, form fields, table headers, and ISO 14289-1 (PDF/UA) compliance.
PDF/UAWCAG 2.1 AAIS 17802
KYC & Onboarding Flows
Digital KYC, e-KYC and video KYC accessibility — CAPTCHA alternatives, facial recognition bypass options, OTP accessibility, and multi-step form compliance.
WCAG 2.2 AASEBI CircularRPwD
Multimedia Content
Video captions, audio descriptions, ISL (Indian Sign Language) video requirements, transcript availability, and auto-play accessibility compliance.
WCAG 1.2IS 17802
Investor Dashboards & Portals
Trading terminals, fund portals, NAV dashboards, account statements — complex interactive interfaces tested with assistive technologies including JAWS, NVDA and VoiceOver.
WCAG 2.1 AAWCAG 2.2 AA
From Audit to
Compliance in 5 Steps
Our audit process is structured to be efficient, actionable and focused on outcomes — not just identifying issues, but giving you the precise guidance needed to fix them. IAAP-certified professionals conduct the audit. You get a clear path to compliance.
Platform Inventory & Scoping
We map every investor-facing and user-facing digital platform — websites, portals, apps, PDFs, KYC flows — and define the complete audit scope aligned with your regulatory reporting requirements (SEBI Table C1/C3 formats, as applicable).
Automated Testing Baseline
Automated accessibility scanning using industry tools (axe, Lighthouse, WAVE) establishes a baseline and surfaces the ~30–40% of issues detectable programmatically. This is the starting point — not the complete audit.
Manual IAAP-Certified Expert Audit
This is where the critical 60–70% of issues get found. IAAP-certified accessibility professionals manually test every page and flow against all WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 success criteria — including keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver), cognitive accessibility and focus management.
Usability Testing with Persons with Disabilities
SEBI explicitly requires usability testing by persons with disabilities — not just automated output. This step ensures real-world accessibility, uncovering usability barriers that technical tests miss. Findings are documented with severity ratings and user impact descriptions.
Audit Report & Remediation Guidance
You receive a comprehensive audit report in SEBI's prescribed format (Table C3/C4 compatible) covering all findings, severity ratings (Critical/Major/Minor), WCAG criterion references, screenshots, and specific code-level remediation guidance for each issue. We remain available to support your development team through remediation.
Compliance Shouldn't
Break Your Budget
IAAP-certified accessibility audits at transparent, flat-fee pricing — with no surprises. Every package includes remediation guidance. No extra charge for SEBI-formatted reports.
Small Entity
Starter Audit
For small regulated entities — individual advisers, small brokers, boutique firms — with 1–3 digital platforms.
₹24,999
Per platform / one-time
Up to 3 digital platforms
WCAG 2.1 AA + 2.2 AA full audit
Automated + manual testing
SEBI Table C3 format report
Severity-rated findings
Remediation guidance per issue
IAAP-certified auditor sign-off
15-business-day turnaround
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Professional Audit
For mid-size regulated entities — AIFs, VCFs, portfolio managers, investment advisers — with multiple platforms.
₹59,999
For up to 6 platforms · one-time
Up to 6 digital platforms
WCAG 2.1 + 2.2 + IS 17802
Full manual + PwD usability testing
SEBI Table C3 + C4 format reports
Mobile app included
PDF document audit (up to 10 docs)
Code-level remediation guidance
Developer Q&A support (2 sessions)
ACR / VPAT document
10-business-day turnaround
Large Entity
Enterprise Audit
For large regulated entities — stock exchanges, depositories, large AMCs, banks — with complex multi-platform digital estates.
Custom
Scoped to your digital estate
Unlimited platforms
WCAG 2.1 + 2.2 + GIGW + IS 17802
Full PwD usability testing panel
All SEBI Table formats (C1–C4)
KYC & onboarding flow audit
Unlimited PDF document audit
Dedicated accessibility consultant
Remediation tracking dashboard
Annual re-audit (year 2)
Priority turnaround
All prices are indicative and subject to scope confirmation. EMI arrangements available for enterprise engagements. GST additional as applicable.
Quality Audits at
Accessible Prices
IAAP-Certified Professionals
Every audit is conducted or supervised by International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) certified experts — meeting SEBI's explicit requirement for certified auditors.
Genuinely Affordable
Many IAAP-certified auditors charge lakhs for basic audits. We believe compliance should be accessible to every regulated entity — from solo investment advisers to large AMCs — with transparent, flat-fee pricing.
Remediation, Not Just Findings
A list of problems with no guidance on how to fix them is not useful. Every issue in our report comes with specific, actionable remediation guidance that your development team can implement immediately.
SEBI-Format Reports
Our reports are structured to align with SEBI's prescribed Table C3 and C4 formats — so you can submit directly to digital_acc@sebi.gov.in without reformatting work.
Real PwD Usability Testing
SEBI explicitly requires usability testing with persons with disabilities — not just automated scans. Our audit process includes this step, which is often omitted by less thorough providers.
India-Focused Expertise
We understand the Indian regulatory landscape — SEBI circulars, RPwD Act, IS 17802, GIGW requirements and DEPwD empanelment. No need to explain Indian regulations to an international provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
WCAG 2.2, published by W3C in October 2023, builds on WCAG 2.1 with 9 new success criteria. The most significant additions for SEBI-regulated entities are: Focus Not Obscured (2.4.11/12) — ensuring keyboard focus isn't hidden by sticky headers; Target Size Minimum (2.5.8) — requiring interactive elements to be at least 24×24px; and Accessible Authentication (3.3.7/8) — directly relevant to digital KYC processes. SEBI's circular references "WCAG 2.1 or latest version" — making WCAG 2.2 the current applicable standard. Our audits cover both.
Yes. SEBI's September 25, 2025 Compliance Guidelines circular (SEBI/HO/ITD-1/ITD_VIAP/P/CIR/2025/131) specifically requires that accessibility audits be conducted by IAAP-certified accessibility professionals. While the December 2025 circular removed the standalone appointment deadline of December 14, 2025, the requirement for IAAP-certified auditors for the actual audit (due April 30, 2026) remains intact. Our audits are conducted or supervised by IAAP-certified professionals, meeting this requirement.
Turnaround depends on the number and complexity of digital platforms. For the Starter package (up to 3 platforms), we target 15 business days from scope confirmation. For the Professional package, 10 business days. Enterprise engagements are scoped individually. We can accommodate expedited timelines (with advance notice) for entities with approaching SEBI submission deadlines. Rush processing charges may apply.
Yes. Our audit reports are structured to align with SEBI's Table C3 format (Initial Accessibility Audit Report) and Table C4 format (Final Audit Report) as prescribed in the September 25, 2025 compliance guidelines circular. The consolidated PDF will be named in the format [Department]_TableC3_[SEBI Reg No.]_DDMMYYYY.pdf as required. This means you can submit our report directly to digital_acc@sebi.gov.in without additional reformatting.
Every audit includes detailed remediation guidance for each finding — specific, actionable instructions your development team can follow to fix each issue. The Professional and Enterprise packages include developer Q&A support sessions where your technical team can ask questions about specific findings. We do not implement changes directly in your codebase — that is the responsibility of your development team. We provide the guidance; your team implements it.
The initial accessibility audit report (Table C3) is due by April 30, 2026 for entities that report directly to SEBI (MIIs and all other REs, including VCFs and AIFs). The final remediation report (Table C4) is due by July 31, 2026. Annual audit reports are due within 30 days of each financial year end, effective April 30, 2027. Given the April 30 deadline is imminent, we recommend initiating your audit immediately to allow time for the audit process and any scoping discussions.
Your Audit Deadline
Is Approaching Fast
SEBI's initial audit report is due April 30, 2026. Start your accessibility audit today — our IAAP-certified process delivers your report in time to meet regulatory deadlines.
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SEBI Deadline Reminder
Initial Audit Report (Table C3) due April 30, 2026. Final Remediation Report (Table C4) due July 31, 2026.