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What changes does SEBI’s August 2026 circular make to Mutual Fund registration forms?

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 &...

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

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

Source reference

HO/24/11/36(24)2026‑IMD‑RAC4/I/18849/2026, 17 August 2026

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