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15 AMCs now let investors voluntarily lock mutual fund folios see how Sebi rule works

Economy
Published on 1 May 2026
15 AMCs now let investors voluntarily lock mutual fund folios see how Sebi rule works

You can temporarily block withdrawals and debits from your own folio

Sebi has enabled a new optional feature for mutual fund investors: a voluntary lock-in that temporarily blocks withdrawals and debits from their folios. Fifteen AMCs, including PPFAS Mutual Fund, are rolling it out. The facility is available for both demat and non-demat holdings and can be accessed through MF Central, giving investors tighter control without full exit restrictions.

  • New Sebi framework allows voluntary lock-in of mutual fund folios
  • It temporarily blocks withdrawals and debits at the folio level
  • Available for both demat and non-demat holdings via MF Central
  • 15 AMCs, including PPFAS, are implementing the feature
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