As on 2018,currently there are 14 exchanges approved by SEBI in India. This article, divided into 4 major sections highlighted below, and traces this rich history. Stock market and stock exchange. Before we start, it is imperative to understand the difference between a stock market and a stock exchange. Major Stock Exchanges in India 1. Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Established in 1875, BSE is Asia’s first & 2. National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) The National Stock Exchange (NSE), located in Mumbai, 3. Calcutta Stock Exchange Limited. Calcutta Stock Exchange 4. India International