Fund Distribution & Your Role
Understand who a mutual fund distributor is, how to get registered, commission structures, regulatory requirements, and the code of conduct. A complete career roadmap for MF distributors.
Who is a Mutual Fund Distributor? — Types & Categories
A Mutual Fund Distributor is a SEBI-recognized intermediary who facilitates the sale and purchase of mutual fund units between Asset Management Compan...
Becoming a Distributor — ARN, EUIN, AMFI Registration
To legally distribute mutual funds in India, an individual or entity must obtain an AMFI Registration Number (ARN) by passing the NISM Series V-A: Mut...
Revenue Model — Trail Commission, Upfront & Clawback
The revenue model for mutual fund distributors in India is primarily commission-based, where AMCs pay distributors out of the scheme's Total Expense R...
SEBI Commission Disclosure Norms
SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) mandates comprehensive disclosure of commissions paid to mutual fund distributors to ensure transparency...
Direct Plan vs Regular Plan — What You Must Know
Every mutual fund scheme in India is mandated by SEBI to offer two variants: a Direct Plan and a Regular Plan. Both plans have the same portfolio, the...
Due Diligence by AMCs for Distributors
SEBI mandates that Asset Management Companies (AMCs) must perform comprehensive due diligence on mutual fund distributors before empanelment and on an...
Distributor vs Investment Advisor — Key Differences
In India's financial regulatory framework, a Mutual Fund Distributor and a SEBI-Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) are two distinct categories with d...
Code of Conduct & Ethical Practices for Distributors
The AMFI Code of Conduct for Mutual Fund Intermediaries is a comprehensive set of ethical guidelines and standards that every mutual fund distributor ...
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