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SEBI sets certification rules for distributors of Specialized Investment Funds

People distributing Specialized Investment Funds must hold the prescribed NISM certification before selling the product. AMCs and wealth managers should verify staff eligibility before onboarding SIF clients.

Published 23 July 2026SEBI/HO/IMD/2026/91high priority
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What changed

The practical reading

The circular specifies the certification required for intermediaries distributing SIFs. It is relevant to AMCs, distributors, wealth managers and RIAs, and not to firms with no role in SIF advice or distribution.

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General applicability

Who should examine this

Illustrative demonstration · not a verified applicability conclusion

Example only: AMCs, SIF distributors, wealth managers and RIAs

No unsupported applicability claim is being made.

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Recommended response

What to do next

Create a staff certification register and block SIF distribution until the required credential is verified.

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