Department of Posts ties up with Stock Holding Services Ltd to widen access to capital markets
The Department of Posts signed an agreement with Stock Holding Services Limited (SSL) at Dak Bhawan, New Delhi on 27 January 2026 to give citizens access to regulated capital market services through India Post's network of over 1.65 lakh post offices.
Summary
The Department of Posts and Stock Holding Services Limited (SSL) signed an agreement on 27 January 2026 at Dak Bhawan, New Delhi, to promote access to regulated capital market services. Using India Post's network of more than 1.65 lakh post offices, including in rural and remote areas, citizens will be able to reach SSL's services through onboarding links and QR codes on official platforms and at selected post offices.
Key facts
- Date
- 27 January 2026, Dak Bhawan, New Delhi
- Parties
- Department of Posts and Stock Holding Services Limited (SSL)
- Network
- More than 1.65 lakh post offices
- Mode
- Onboarding links and QR codes at selected post offices and platforms
Practice MCQs 1 questions
In January 2026, the Department of Posts signed an agreement with which entity to promote citizens' access to regulated capital market services?
Show answer
Correct answer: B — Stock Holding Services Limited
PIB (Communications): DoP signed an agreement with Stock Holding Services Limited (SSL) on 27 January 2026.