Archive · 20 Jul 2026

SEBI Simplifies Claiming Deceased Loved Ones' Mutual Funds

SEBI Simplifies Claiming Deceased Loved Ones' Mutual Funds

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has made it easier for families to claim mutual fund investments of their deceased loved ones.

Before, small mistakes in the records could cause delays.

Now, SEBI has asked the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) to simplify the rules.

For example, if the address in the mutual fund records is different from the one in the claim documents, it won't cause delays anymore.

Also, if there are mistakes in the investor's name or signature, there are new rules to handle these issues.

SEBI wants all mutual fund companies to follow these new rules and has asked AMFI to train everyone involved.

Families can help by keeping their KYC details and nomination records up to date.

This change should make the process faster and less complicated.

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