India's market regulator has eased nomination requirements for demat accounts and mutual fund investments. The changes take effect on September 1, 2026. They aim to simplify the process for investors while addressing unclaimed assets.
SEBI has relaxed nomination norms for demat accounts and mutual funds starting September 1, 2026. Nomination becomes mandatory for single holders unless they opt out. It remains optional for joint accounts.
Starting September 1, 2026, SEBI will permit mutual funds to use intraday borrowing to address short-term liquidity mismatches during payouts.
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SEBI has permitted standing instructions for SWP and STP in mutual fund units held in demat form. The change is intended to simplify investing. Implementation will proceed in two phases through depositories.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India is considering wider use of intraday borrowing by mutual funds to enhance cash management. The move would extend beyond current limits tied to redemption payouts. It seeks to address timing gaps between outflows and incoming funds.
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The Reserve Bank of India has introduced new prudential norms that will bar lenders from selling acquired stressed assets back to defaulting borrowers or related parties. The rules apply to banks, small finance banks, and non-banking financial companies from October 2026.