Become Affiliate

Become an ARIA Affiliate

ARIA Affiliate membership is designed for individuals who aspire to become SEBI-registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) and wish to gain early exposure, guidance, and mentorship from India’s leading professional body for RIAs.

Whether you are exploring the advisory profession, transitioning from another financial role, or preparing for SEBI registration, the Affiliate program provides a structured pathway to learn, engage, and grow.


Why Become an ARIA Affiliate?

Gain access to guidance from experienced RIAs and industry practitioners who can help you understand the advisory profession, regulatory requirements, and practical challenges involved in building advisory practice.

Participate in selected ARIA knowledge sessions, webinars, workshops, and events focused on: - Understanding the RIA profession - SEBI (Investment Advisers) Regulations - Practice management and ethics - Industry trends and best practices.

Become part of the ARIA ecosystem and engage with a community of professionals who share a common interest in unbiased, client-first financial advice.

Affiliate membership allows you to gain insights and clarity before making the transition to becoming a SEBI-registered Investment Adviser.


How to Apply

  • Complete the online Affiliate membership application form.
  • Pay membership fee online.
  • Upon approval, you will receive confirmation and access to Affiliate member benefits.
Apply here

Who is an ARIA Affiliate?

Affiliate membership is open to finance professionals who are not currently registered as RIAs but are associated with the financial services ecosystem and have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in investment advisory.

This includes:

  • Mutual Fund Distributors (MFDs) holding a valid ARN
  • Regulated finance professionals with valid registrations/licences (such as CFA charterholders, PMS professionals, etc.)
  • Finance students pursuing professional qualifications in finance or investment-related fields.
  • Finance professionals planning to transition into a fee-only advisory model.

Affiliate membership is not open to individuals from non-financial or unrelated professions.


Affiliate Membership Fees

4000/- per annum + GST at 18%


Grow with ARIA

The ARIA Affiliate program is a stepping stone for those who wish to build a credible, ethical, and professional career in investment advisory. When you are ready to become a SEBI-registered RIA, your journey with ARIA is already underway.

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