Government employees always remain confused regarding stock market investment. Let's discuss the regulations given in central civil services rules regarding it.
The answer is no they are not allowed to do intraday trading as per rule no. 35(1) which says no government employee shall trade in any stock.
They are not allowed to acquire stakes from promoters. As per rule 40(i) No official can make investment that could impact him in the duty.
Yes, They can apply for the IPO. However, you must not be part of the price fixing process of the same company.
If there is any doubt as to whether an activity is of the kind described in sub-rule (35) or (40), the center Government's opinion shall be decisive.
According to the rule No official shall transact business with a public limited corporation either directly or through a relatives
The answer is no. As per the Rules, 1964 as a primary or representative, lend, borrow, or deposit funds to, from connections are not allow.
Yes, They can invest in Mutual funds. However, Only for the long Term.
The government of India has put some rules on government employees for their own good and as well as keeping the general public in their mind.