NSE IX Sets Target for 30-Market Expansion by End of FY27 Under Super-Broker Model for Global Access Platform

NSE International Exchange Aims to Expand Global Access Platform to 30 Overseas Markets by End of FY27

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) International Exchange (NSE IX) is on track to complete the rollout of its Global Access Platform (GAP) expansion to more than 30 overseas markets by the end of FY27. This timeline was reaffirmed by V Balasubramanian, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NSE IX, in a recent interaction with Moneycontrol.

According to Balasubramanian, the exchange is already in talks with its infrastructure partners and foreign brokers to expand GAP to 30 more jurisdictions. This expansion is a part of the platform's roadmap, which was first outlined during its soft launch in February 2026.

Global Access Platform Overview

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The GAP platform operates under the International Financial Services Centres Authority's (IFSCA) Global Access Provider framework and enables resident Indians and non-residents to invest in overseas equities through GIFT City infrastructure. Currently, the platform offers access to the US markets, with plans to expand into Europe, Asia, Australia, Canada, Mexico, and parts of South America in the future.

Streamlining Cross-Border Investing

Balasubramanian emphasized that GAP is not just another offshore investing platform, but a regulated infrastructure layer aimed at simplifying cross-border investing for Indian investors. The platform aggregates orders and passes them on to foreign broker partners, who execute the trades in foreign jurisdictions.

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Value Proposition

The exchange's value proposition for GAP rests on three pillars: simplified access, lower costs, and regulatory trust. Balasubramanian highlighted that the platform enables a healthy mix of both inbound and outbound investments, and is continuously building its infrastructure to improve the experience for investors.

Key Features

• Simplified access through digital onboarding and near-instant client onboarding
• Lower costs through cost compression and efficient execution
• Regulatory trust through IFSCA-regulated framework and transparency

Democratizing Outbound Investing

Balasubramanian aims to democratize outbound investing in the same way India's domestic capital markets have widened retail participation over the last two decades. He believes that GAP will enable Indian residents to invest in global equities with ease, similar to how foreign investors have long had the flexibility to allocate capital across geographies.

Future Plans

The exchange plans to gradually expand access to more markets, with an initial focus on affluent Indians already familiar with overseas travel, spending, and education ecosystems. Over time, however, Balasubramanian expects the platform to widen investment choice for Indian residents, offering them a range of geographies to invest in.

Conclusion

NSE IX's Global Access Platform is poised to revolutionize cross-border investing for Indian investors, providing them with a seamless and cost-effective way to invest in overseas equities. With its expansion plans in place, the platform is expected to democratize outbound investing and offer Indian residents a wider range of investment choices in the future.