Certification Details

CDSL has received the Great Place To Work® Certification for the period October 2026 to October 2027. The certification is based on an independent assessment of workplace experience and culture through the Trust Index Survey, which evaluates key dimensions including credibility, respect, fairness, pride, and camaraderie.

Management Commentary

Shri Nehal Vora, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of CDSL, stated that the recognition reflects the belief that colleagues have in the leadership and their pride in being part of the CDSL team. He emphasized CDSL's focus on building a workplace anchored in trust, belonging, and shared purpose, with the goal of empowering every Indian to become an Atmanirbhar Investor.

Employee Development Initiatives

During FY 2025-26, CDSL provided an average of 21 hours of training per employee. The organization has implemented several platforms for employee engagement and knowledge sharing:

  • Townhalls
  • Guru Samvaad (knowledge-sharing platform with experienced leaders and subject-matter experts)
  • Open House sessions
  • Digital Suggestion Box

Employee Well-being Programs

CDSL conducts programs addressing the physical, psychological, financial, and social well-being of its employees. The company's focus on inclusion was previously recognized with the 'Best Institution for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion' award at the Asia Asset Management Best of the Best Awards 2026.

Company Background

CDSL is Asia's first listed depository, servicing 19.6+ crore demat accounts and partnering with more than 590 depository participants. As a Market Infrastructure Institution (MII), CDSL enables electronic holding, settlement, and transfer of securities for various market participants including depository participants, issuers, investors, RTAs, clearing corporations, and exchanges.

Subsidiary Information

The announcement also mentions CDSL's subsidiaries:

  • CDSL Ventures Limited (CVL) - wholly owned subsidiary, India's first and largest KYC Registration Agency (KRA), offering RTA, GST Suvidha Provider, e-Sign, and e-KYC services
  • Centrico Insurance Repository Limited (CIRL) - certified by IRDAI as an Insurance Repository
  • Countrywide Commodity Repository Limited (CCRL) - provides electronic warehouse receipts for commodities stored in WDRA-registered warehouses