SEBI’s circular enables existing AIFs to convert to AI-only or LVF schemes, enhancing operational flexibility while requiring investor consent and reporting to SEBI.
SEBI allows REs to submit accessibility readiness reports by March 31, 2026, replacing the earlier auditor appointment deadline, and mandates periodic digital accessibility audits.
The circular removes certain statutory lending restrictions for foreign bank IBUs while imposing stricter safeguards for director-related loans and corporate buy-back financing.
RBI mandates direct submission of LRS daily returns by AD Category-II banks and FFMCs from January 1, 2026, enabling real-time tracking of cumulative PAN-wise remittances.
NRIs and OCIs can now digitally onboard to NPS with relaxed physical presence requirements, while ensuring stringent KYC, anti-fraud, and geo-tagging measures.
The circular introduces Life Cycle 75 and Aggressive options, expanding NPS investment choices to six. The update allows higher equity exposure with structured age-based tapering.
EPFO has confirmed that the Aadhaar–UAN seeding deadline will not be extended beyond 31 October 2025. Employers must ensure full verification as ECR filing from November 2025 will be allowed only for compliant members.
SEBI has reclassified REITs as equity-related instruments from January 1, 2026, enabling mutual funds and SIFs to increase participation and investment in the sector.
RBI has replaced the old 2016 KYC framework with entity-specific directions for all Authorised Persons. The update mandates compliance with new KYC norms based on regulatory category and requires monitoring of agents and franchisees.
SEBI updates mutual fund distributor commission structure to encourage onboarding of new investors from B-30 cities and women, promoting financial inclusion.
