DEA - AJ NIFM Research Programme
About
Research Programme
In 2016, the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), Ministry of Finance, Government of India, and the Arun Jaitley National Institute of Financial Management (AJNIFM) forged a strategic partnership to drive transformative financial research and policy innovation. This collaboration integrates AI-powered analytics with legal and research-driven insight to shape India’s future financial landscape.
It explores emerging trends in both domestic and global financial markets, providing cutting-edge policy recommendations and refining regulatory frameworks to foster sustainable growth, deepen market liquidity, and expand financial access.
Through this alliance, forward-thinking strategies are being developed to enhance financial resilience and contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
DEA - AJNIFM Research Programme
Vision
To become a leading global centre for financial research and policy innovation, enabling the creation of a robust, transparent, and inclusive financial ecosystem that supports India's economic growth and financial stability."
Mission
Mission
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To Provide Expertise
Leverage the combined strengths of the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) and the Arun Jaitley National Institute of Financial Management (AJ NIFM) to offer unparalleled legal research and technical assistance in financial markets, policy analysis, and regulatory frameworks.
To Foster Innovation in Financial Policies
Through rigorous research and regulatory impact assessments, contribute to the development and refinement of financial policies and regulations that align with the dynamic needs of India's economy and its integration into the global financial system.
To Strengthen Regulatory Frameworks
Offer insights and recommendations to DEA, Ministry of Finance for the improvement of regulatory frameworks governing securities contracts, depositories, foreign exchange, portfolio investments, and all aspects of financial market operations under the purview of SEBI and other regulatory bodies, ensuring a secure, efficient, and competitive financial market landscape.
To Enhance Understanding and Compliance
Support the DEA in scrutinizing and understanding the implications of rules and regulations governing domestic credit agencies, securities, foreign exchange management, and other related financial sectors to ensure compliance and foster a healthy financial market environment.
To Promote Financial Literacy and Inclusion
Contribute to enhancing financial literacy and fostering financial inclusion by disseminating research findings, policy recommendations, and regulatory frameworks across a broad spectrum of financial markets and instruments.