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ANKUR AGARWAL

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Welcome to the official platform of Ankur Agarwal, a SEBI-registered Research Analyst specializing in technical market research based on price action and demand-supply dynamics. Financial markets are driven by the constant interaction between buyers and sellers. Understanding where institutional demand and supply exist provides valuable insight into potential market direction, enabling traders to identify opportunities with defined risk.

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Welcome to the official platform of Ankur Agarwal, a SEBI-registered Research Analyst specializing in technical market research based on price action and demand-supply dynamics. Financial markets are driven by the constant interaction between buyers and sellers. Understanding where institutional demand and supply exist provides valuable insight into potential market direction, enabling traders to identify opportunities with defined risk.

OUR MISSION

The objective is to deliver unbiased technical research that enables traders to make informed decisions based on market structure rather than emotion. Every analysis is founded on a disciplined framework of price action, demand and supply dynamics, and robust risk management, with transparency, regulatory compliance, and integrity at the core of every recommendation.

OUR VISION

Whether you are an intraday trader, swing trader, or positional trader, you gain access to objective technical research built on price action, demand and supply dynamics, and disciplined risk management to support informed trading decisions.

Structured & Research-Driven

A research-driven approach designed for informed decision-making.

INSTITUTIONAL DEMAND & SUPPLY ANALYSIS

Every recommendation begins with identifying genuine demand and supply zones where institutional participation is likely.

TRADE WITH MARKET CONTEXT, NOT INDICATORS

Markets are analysed through price behaviour, trend structure, liquidity, and the interaction between buyers and sellers.

DEFINED RISK BEFORE POTENTIAL REWARD

Capital preservation comes first. Every trade idea is planned with predefined entry, stop-loss, and target levels, ensuring disciplined risk management.

QUALITY SETUPS OVER FREQUENT TRADES

The objective is not to generate constant trading signals but to wait patiently for high-conviction opportunities.

SIMPLE FRAMEWORK. CLEAR EXECUTION.

Demand and Supply concepts are presented through a structured and easy-to-follow methodology, enabling traders and investors to understand the reasoning behind every recommendation.

RESEARCH BACKED BY LOGIC, NOT MARKET NOISE

Every published view is supported by technical structure, price action, and disciplined analysis.

Our Research Process

Step 01
Trend Analysis

Identify the overall market trend on higher timeframes to align with the dominant direction.

Step 02
Demand & Supply Zones

Mark key demand and supply zones where price is likely to react and reverse.

Step 03
Multi-Timeframe Analysis

Analyze different timeframes to confirm zones, trend strength, and trade alignment.

Step 04
Technical Confirmation

Use price action, structure, and key indicators to confirm high-probability trade setups.

Step 05
Entry, Risk & Management

Plan precise entry, set stop loss at invalidations, and manage risk for consistent results.

Compliance Data

All regulatory disclosures, policies, and compliance information in one place.

Complaint Status

Investor Grievances Report

Name of Organisation: ANKUR AGARWAL

Status: SEBI registered Research Analyst

SEBI Registration Number: INH000028741

Data for the month ending: August 2026

Complaint Data to be Displayed by Research Analyst
Sr. No Received From Pending at the end of last month Received Resolved* Total Pending# Pending >3 months Avg. Resolution Time^ (in days)
1 Directly from Investors 0 0 0 0 0 0
2 SEBI (SCORES) 0 0 0 0 0 0
3 Other Sources (if any) 0 0 0 0 0 0
Grand Total 0 0 0 0 0 0

^ Average Resolution time is the sum total of time taken to resolve each complaint in days, in the current month divided by total number of complaints resolved in the current month.

Trend of Monthly Disposal of Complaints
Sr. No Month Carried forward from previous month Received Resolved* Pending#
1 March 2025 - Till Date 0 0 0 0
Grand Total 0 0 0 0

* Inclusive of complaints of previous months resolved in the current month.    # Inclusive of complaints pending as on the last day of the month.

Trend of Annual Disposal of Complaints
Sr. No Year Carried forward from previous year Received Resolved* Pending#
1 2024-25 0 0 0 0
Grand Total 0 0 0 0

* Inclusive of complaints of previous years resolved in the current year.    # Inclusive of complaints pending as on the last day of the year.

Complaint data is disclosed by the 7th of every succeeding month as per SEBI Master Circular.  |  Number of complaints received during month against the RA due to impersonation by some other entity: 0

Investor Charter for Research Analysts

Vision & Mission Statements for Investors

Vision: Invest with knowledge & safety.
Mission: Every investor should be able to invest in right investment products based on their needs, manage and monitor them to meet their goals, access reports and enjoy financial wellness.

Details of Business Transacted by the Research Analyst with Respect to the Investors
  • To publish research reports based on the research activities of the Research Analyst.
  • To provide an independent, unbiased view on securities.
  • To offer unbiased recommendations, disclosing the financial interests in recommended securities.
  • To provide research recommendations based on analysis of publicly available information and known observations.
  • To conduct audit annually.
  • To ensure that all advertisements are in adherence to the provisions of the Advertisement Code for Research Analysts.
  • To maintain records of interactions with all clients, including prospective clients (prior to onboarding), where any conversation related to the research services has taken place.
Details of Services Provided to Investors (No Indicative Timelines)

Onboarding of Clients: Sharing of terms and conditions of research services; completing KYC of fee paying clients.

Disclosure to Clients:

  • To disclose information that is material for the client to make an informed decision, including details of its business activity, disciplinary history, the terms and conditions of research services, details of associates, risks and conflicts of interest, if any.
  • To disclose the extent of use of Artificial Intelligence tools in providing research services.
  • To disclose, while distributing a third party research report, any material conflict of interest of such third party research provider or provide a web address that directs a recipient to the relevant disclosures.
  • To disclose any conflict of interest of the activities of providing research services with other activities of the research analyst.
  • To distribute research reports and recommendations to the clients without discrimination.
  • To maintain confidentiality w.r.t publication of the research report until made available in the public domain.
  • To respect data privacy rights of clients and take measures to protect unauthorized use of their confidential information.
  • To disclose the timelines for the services provided by the research analyst to clients and ensure adherence to the said timelines.
  • To provide clear guidance and adequate caution notice to clients when providing recommendations for dealing in complex and high-risk financial products/services.
  • To treat all clients with honesty and integrity.
  • To ensure confidentiality of information shared by clients unless such information is required to be provided in furtherance of discharging legal obligations or a client has provided specific consent to share such information.
Details of Grievance Redressal Mechanism and How to Access It

Mode of filing the complaint with the Research Analyst: In case of any grievance / complaint, an investor may approach the concerned Research Analyst who shall strive to redress the grievance immediately, but not later than 21 days of the receipt of the grievance.

Mode of filing the complaint on SCORES or with Research Analyst Administration and Supervisory Body (RAASB):

  • SCORES 2.0 — a web based centralized grievance redressal system of SEBI for facilitating effective grievance redressal in time-bound manner: https://scores.sebi.gov.in
  • Two level review for complaint/grievance against Research Analyst: First review done by designated body (RAASB); Second review done by SEBI.
  • Email to designated email ID of RAASB.

Online Dispute Resolution (SMARTODR): If the Investor is not satisfied with the resolution provided by the Market Participants, then the Investor has the option to file the complaint / grievance on smartodr.in platform for its resolution through online conciliation or arbitration.

Physical Complaints: With regard to physical complaints, investors may send their complaints to: Office of Investor Assistance and Education, Securities and Exchange Board of India, SEBI Bhavan, Plot No. C4-A, 'G' Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (E), Mumbai - 400 051.

Rights of Investors
  • Right to Privacy and Confidentiality.
  • Right to Transparent Practices.
  • Right to Fair and Equitable Treatment.
  • Right to Adequate Information.
  • Right to Initial and Continuing Disclosure — right to receive information about all the statutory and regulatory disclosures.
  • Right to Fair & True Advertisement.
  • Right to Awareness about Service Parameters and Turnaround Times.
  • Right to be informed of the timelines for each service.
  • Right to be Heard and Satisfactory Grievance Redressal.
  • Right to have timely redressal.
  • Right to Exit from Financial product or service in accordance with the terms and conditions agreed with the research analyst.
  • Right to receive clear guidance and caution notice when dealing in Complex and High-Risk Financial Products and Services.
  • Additional Rights to vulnerable consumers — right to get access to services in a suitable manner even if differently abled.
  • Right to provide feedback on the financial products and services used.
  • Right against coercive, unfair, and one-sided clauses in financial agreements.
Expectations from Investors — Do's
  • Always deal with SEBI registered Research Analyst.
  • Ensure that the Research Analyst has a valid registration certificate. Check for SEBI registration number (Ankur Agarwal: INH000028741). Please refer to the list of all SEBI registered Research Analysts available on the SEBI website.
  • Always pay attention towards disclosures made in the research reports before investing.
  • Pay your Research Analyst through banking channels only and maintain duly signed receipts mentioning the details of your payments. You may make payment of fees through Centralized Fee Collection Mechanism (CeFCOM) of RAASB if the research analyst has opted for the mechanism. (Applicable for fee paying clients only.)
  • Before buying/selling securities or applying in public offer, check for the research recommendation provided by your Research Analyst.
  • Ask all relevant questions and clear your doubts with your Research Analyst before acting on recommendation.
  • Seek clarifications and guidance on research recommendations from your Research Analyst, especially if it involves complex and high-risk financial products and services.
  • Always be aware that you have the right to stop availing the service of a Research Analyst as per the terms of service agreed between you and your Research Analyst.
  • Always be aware that you have the right to provide feedback to your Research Analyst in respect of the services received.
  • Always be aware that you will not be bound by any clause, prescribed by the research analyst, which is contravening any regulatory provisions.
  • Inform SEBI about Research Analyst offering assured or guaranteed returns.
Expectations from Investors — Don'ts
  • Do not provide funds for investment to the Research Analyst.
  • Don't fall prey to luring advertisements or market rumours.
  • Do not get attracted to limited period discount or other incentive, gifts, etc. offered by Research Analyst.
  • Do not share login credential and password of your trading, demat or bank accounts with the Research Analyst.
Complaint Data to be Displayed by RAs

Formats for investor complaints data to be disclosed monthly by RAs on their website/mobile application. The live complaint data of Ankur Agarwal is disclosed in the Complaint Status tab on this page, updated on or before the 7th of every succeeding month as per SEBI Master Circular.

Note: In case of any complaints received against the RA due to impersonation of the RA by some other entity, the RA may adjust the number of such complaints from the total number of received/resolved complaints while preparing the above table. Further, the RA must close such impersonation related complaints after following the due process as specified by SEBI/RAASB.

Grievance Redressal Policy

Redressal of Grievance

Here are the steps a client can follow in case of grievance or feedback:

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If you are not satisfied with our services and would like to lodge a complaint, we would request you to first talk to our representative / consultant from the Research Analyst Department who is your point of contact. You can discuss with him / her, and be rest assured that your complaint will be resolved on best efforts within 1 to 7 working days.
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You can also email or talk to the representative / consultant via telephone. The contact number is 9720333343.
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Alternatively, you can send us a complaint in writing or via email on connect@agarwalankur.in.
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We will try to resolve your complaint within 1 to 7 working days. The first step is for us to be clear about the nature of your complaint, and to identify what we can do to resolve the issue. When we have finished our investigations into your complaint, we will be in touch to provide you with a full response to your complaint.
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If you are still not satisfied with the response or the handling of your complaint by our representative / consultant, you can approach and write an email to ANKUR AGARWAL at connect@agarwalankur.in with complete details. ANKUR AGARWAL will get in touch with you at the earliest and try to resolve your complaint as soon as possible.
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If your complaint is not resolved within a period of one month, you may refer your complaint to the regulator — The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
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SEBI has launched a centralized web based complaints redress system 'SCORES'. The link to the platform is https://scores.gov.in/scores/complaintRegister.html#.
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If your complaint is not resolved on the SCORES portal, you can start the dispute resolution process through the ODR Portal. The link for the platform is https://smartodr.in/login.

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3. Disclaimers and Disclosures
  • Investment in securities market is subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing.
  • Market Risks refer to partial or permanent loss on your investments in certain market conditions.
  • Registration granted by SEBI and certification from NISM in no way guarantees the performance of the intermediary or provide any assurance of returns to investors.
  • We do not promise any guaranteed returns.
  • The fees paid towards the subscription is non-refundable.
  • Risk management and position sizing should be carried out by the investor himself.
  • Recommendations will be provided via Telegram or WhatsApp.
  • ANKUR AGARWAL is a SEBI registered 'Research Analyst' not 'Investment advisor'. We are registered as an RA vide registration number INH000028741 on 3 July 2026.
4. Limitations

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7. Site Terms of Use Modifications

ANKUR AGARWAL may revise these terms of use for its website at any time without notice. By using this website you are agreeing to be bound by the then current version of these Terms of Use.

8. Removal of Links from Our Website
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  • We do not ensure that the information on this website is correct, we do not warrant its completeness or accuracy; nor do we promise to ensure that the website remains available or that the material on the website is kept up to date.
9. Reservation of Rights

We reserve the right to request that you remove all links or any particular link to our Website. You approve to immediately remove all links to our Website upon request. We also reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions and its linking policy at any time. By continuously linking to our Website, you agree to be bound to and follow these linking terms and conditions.

10. Governing Law

Any claim relating to ANKUR AGARWAL website shall be governed by the Indian laws, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Privacy Policy

SEBI Registered Research Analyst: ANKUR AGARWAL — INH000028741.
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General Privacy

Like most websites, ANKUR AGARWAL collects non-personally-identifying information of the sort that web browsers and servers typically make available, such as the browser type, language preference, referring site, and the date and time of each visitor request. agarwalankur.in also collects potentially personally-identifying information like Internet Protocol (IP) addresses for security reasons. ANKUR AGARWAL does not disclose personally-identifying information other than as described below. Visitors can always refuse to supply personally-identifying information, with the caveat that it may prevent them from engaging in certain website-related activities.

Protection of Certain Personally-Identifying Information

ANKUR AGARWAL discloses potentially personally-identifying and personally-identifying information only to those of its employees, contractors and affiliated organizations that (i) need to know that information in order to process it on ANKUR AGARWAL's behalf or to provide services available at ANKUR AGARWAL's websites, and (ii) that have agreed not to disclose it to others. ANKUR AGARWAL will not rent or sell potentially personally-identifying and personally-identifying information to anyone.

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Privacy Policy Changes

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Disclaimer

Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing. Registration granted by SEBI and certification from NISM in no way guarantee performance of the intermediary or provide any assurance of returns to investors.

  • Ankur Agarwal is registered with SEBI as Individual Research Analyst with Registration number INH000028741 with effect from 03/07/2026, pursuant to which research analyst services are provided to clients.
  • I am not affiliated with any other intermediaries or receive any brokerage or commission from any third party. No penalties/directions have been issued by SEBI or any other regulatory body.
  • I do not recommend any stock broker or other intermediary to a client, nor receive any consideration by way of remuneration from any stock broker or intermediary.
  • Recommendations and research reports are based on publicly available information and analyst judgment. They do not constitute personal investment advice, solicitation, or an offer to buy or sell any securities.
  • I, or any person related to me, might be holding positions in the stocks recommended. Research reports disclose financial interests as required by SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations, 2014.
  • No assured, guaranteed, or fixed returns are offered under any circumstances. Investors are requested to take into consideration all risk factors including their financial condition before investing.
  • Research recommendations are provided exclusively to entitled clients. Any client, third party, or anyone else has no right to forward or share calls, SMS, reports, or any information provided without authorization. Serious legal action can be taken if found otherwise.
  • Everything posted on social media (Telegram/WhatsApp/YouTube) is for education/illustration purposes only and should not be counted as investment recommendations or advice.
  • By visiting this website, as a visitor and/or subscriber, surfing and reading of information constitutes acceptance of this disclaimer and all other terms and conditions.
  • Ankur Agarwal considers itself subject to the jurisdiction only of the courts of Haryana, India. This website and its services are not intended to constitute legal liabilities under any laws of any jurisdiction other than India.

Disclosures — Conflict of Interest & Risk

1. About the Research Analyst

ANKUR AGARWAL is an Individual Research Analyst having its office at E-48/9, CGJ Model Town, Near Sanjay Nagar Chauraha, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh 243005.

ANKUR AGARWAL was registered with SEBI as an Individual vide Registration number INH000028741 on 3 July 2026, pursuant to which it provides Research Analyst services to its clients.

2. Education and Qualification

Mr. ANKUR AGARWAL holds a B.Tech in Information Technology degree.

3. Details of Business Activities

Mr. ANKUR AGARWAL provides recommendations based on both fundamental and technical analysis. He also provides research calls on Telegram/WhatsApp to the free subscribers, if any. And the subscribers who want to join for paid services, the same will be provided on paid services by taking subscription amount from that client.

4. Disciplinary History

There are no outstanding litigations or no disciplinary history against ANKUR AGARWAL.

5. Terms and Conditions on which Research Report is being Issued

ANKUR AGARWAL has exercised due diligence in checking the correctness and authenticity of the information contained herein, so far as it relates to current and historical information, but does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness. The opinions expressed are based on our current research as of the date appearing in the material and may be subject to change from time to time without notice.

ANKUR AGARWAL does not accept any liability arising from the use of this document or the information contained herein. The recipients of this material should rely on their own judgment and take their own professional advice before acting on this information.

ANKUR AGARWAL shall not be in any way responsible for any loss or damage that may arise to any person/s from any inadvertent error in the information contained, views and opinions expressed in this publication.

6. Financial Interests — ANKUR AGARWAL or its Associates, Including Relatives
  • Do not hold any financial interest in the Company.
  • Do not have any actual/beneficial ownership of more than 1% in the company.
  • Do not have any other material conflict of interest.
7. Affiliation with Other Intermediaries

ANKUR AGARWAL or its associates are not affiliated with any other intermediaries or have received any brokerage or commission from any third party.

8. Compensation from Covered Companies

ANKUR AGARWAL or its associates have not received any compensation from the Company covered by Research Analyst during the past twelve months.

9. Public Offerings

ANKUR AGARWAL or its associates have not managed or co-managed public offering of securities of the Company during the past twelve months.

10. Position in the Company

ANKUR AGARWAL or its associates has not served as an officer, director or employee of the Company and has not been engaged in the market making activity of the Company.

11. Reliable Sources

ANKUR AGARWAL has ensured that the facts mentioned in the research report are taken from the reliable source and information. However, the investors are advised to independently evaluate the market conditions/risks involved before making the investment decision.

Compliance Audit Report

Annual Compliance Audit

An annual compliance audit is conducted in terms of Regulation 25(3) of SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations, 2014 by a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). The audit report is submitted to RAASB/SEBI within the prescribed timelines.

Compliant
Current Status
No Adverse
Findings
Annual
Audit Frequency
Audit History
Financial YearAudit Conducted ByStatusSubmitted To
2025–26ICAI / ICSI MemberCompliantRAASB/SEBI

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