About IFIN
Who is IFIN?
IFIN (IFCI Financial Services Ltd) is an Indian investment financial institution based in New Delhi. The company was founded in 2008 according to its description, though registry records indicate incorporation on 24 February 2020. It operates under the domain ifinltd.in and is part of the IFCI group, a state-owned financial institution.
The broker describes itself as a provider of trading services across equities, commodities, currencies, bonds, and funds. It targets both retail and institutional investors, offering online trading platforms and client back office access.
Regulation and Safety
IFIN is not regulated by any financial authority. Our review confirmed that no valid licence from SEBI, RBI, or any other regulator is held by the entity. This absence of regulatory oversight means there is no independent protection for client funds or dispute resolution mechanisms.
Traders should be aware that dealing with an unregulated broker carries significant risk, including potential loss of funds without recourse. FXCanary's Scam Risk Score of 46/100 reflects a guarded risk level.
Trading Instruments
IFIN offers trading in a range of financial instruments. According to its website, clients can trade equities (both cash and derivatives), commodities (including gold and silver), currencies (likely forex pairs), and bonds. The broker also provides margin trading facilities for select shares.
Additionally, IFIN distributes financial products such as corporate fixed deposits, capital gain bonds, mutual funds, and insurance services. This multi-asset offering is typical for Indian stockbrokers.
Account Types and Minimum Deposit
The broker states that customers must open an HDFC bank account with a minimum deposit of Rs. 10,000 for companies and individuals. This deposit is used for trading activities. The available account types are not explicitly detailed on the website, but the trading platform provides separate logins for online trading and client back office.
There is no mention of demo accounts or Islamic accounts. The minimum deposit is relatively low, making it accessible to retail investors.
Platforms and Trading Tools
IFIN provides a web-based trading platform accessible via the 'Trade Online' portal. It also offers a mobile trading app and a client back office for account management. The platforms display live market data such as Sensex, USD/INR rates, and gold prices.
No information is available about third-party platforms like MetaTrader or advanced charting tools. The broker's platforms appear to be proprietary and designed for Indian markets.
Overview compiled by FXCanary from regulatory records and public data. full IFIN review