Odisha’s Investor Base Reaches 40 Lakh Mark Amid National Market Shift

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The latest data from the National Stock Exchange (NSE) indicates a steady rise in retail participation from Odisha, with the state’s unique registered investor base (unique PANs) officially reaching 33,52,488. While the state remains a modest player on the national stage, it has maintained a consistent growth trajectory throughout the 2024–2025 period.

The latest NSE reports highlight a shifting landscape where traditional financial hubs are seeing a gradual decline in their national share. In this environment, Odisha has emerged as the second-largest contributor in Eastern India, positioned behind West Bengal.

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Nationally, Odisha’s numbers place it in a middle-tier bracket, comparable to states like Kerala and Assam. While states like Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat have seen a more rapid ascent, Odisha’s growth remains incremental. Notably, the data shows that the 33.5 lakh unique individuals in the state currently hold a combined total of 55,29,687 Unique Client Codes (UCCs), suggesting that active investors in the region frequently utilize multiple brokerage platforms to manage their portfolios.

State-Wise Breakdown (December 2025)

StateUnique Registered Investors (PANs)Total Unique Client Codes (UCCs)Regional Position
Maharashtra2.0 Crore4.16 Crore#1 Nationally (Share Declining)
Uttar Pradesh1.4 Crore2.70 Crore#2 Nationally (Gaining Ground)
Gujarat1.1 Crore2.12 Crore#3 Nationally
West Bengal72.6 Lakh1.40 Crore#1 in East India
Odisha33.5 Lakh55.2 Lakh#2 in East India

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