Quick summary
SEBI’s circular HO/24/11/36(24)2026‑IMD‑RAC4/I/18849/2026 (dated 17 August 2026) consolidates the existing Form A (in‑principle approval) and Forms C & D (final registration) into a single application form for Mutual Fund registration. All other conditions in the Master Circular dated 20 March 2026 remain unchanged.
Who is affected
- Entities seeking to become sponsors of a Mutual Fund
- All Asset Management Companies (AMCs)
- All Trustee Companies / Boards of Trustees of Mutual Funds
- Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI)
What changes
| Aspect | Previous requirement | New requirement | |--------|----------------------|-----------------| | Application forms | Separate Form A for in‑principle approval; Forms C & D for final registration | Single consolidated application form (Annexure A) covering both stages | | Conditions | Prescribed in Master Circular | Unchanged; all conditions of the Master Circular continue to apply |
Action items
1. Review the revised single application form attached as Annexure A. 2. Prepare required information and annexures listed in Annexure A (identification, capital structure, eligibility routes, business activities, management details, compliance declarations, etc.). 3. Submit the consolidated form for in‑principle approval and final registration in one filing. 4. Ensure all supporting documents (net‑worth certificates, audited financials, fit‑and‑proper declarations, policy manuals, etc.) are attached as per the annexure checklist.
Key dates‑deadlines
- Circular issued: 17 August 2026
- No specific submission deadline is mentioned; applicants should file using the new form as soon as practicable to avoid processing delays.
Source reference
HO/24/11/36(24)2026‑IMD‑RAC4/I/18849/2026, 17 August 2026
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