{"id":1772,"date":"2025-10-29T09:34:23","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T09:34:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gainingground.in\/insights\/?p=1772"},"modified":"2025-10-29T10:55:09","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T10:55:09","slug":"mutual-fund-unit-transfer-gifting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gainingground.in\/insights\/mutual-fund-unit-transfer-gifting\/","title":{"rendered":"Mutual Fund Unit Transfer &#038; Gifting"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever wanted to gift your child their first investment instead of just cash? Or transfer some of your mutual fund units to your spouse or parents as part of your financial plan?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many investors don\u2019t realize that mutual fund units can actually be gifted or transferred, just like other assets, but with a few important rules.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s everything you need to know, simplified into practical FAQs.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>1. What does \u201ctransfer\u201d of mutual fund units mean? <\/b><\/p>\n<p>Transfer of mutual fund units means changing the ownership of units from one investor (transferor) to another (transferee), without redeeming them. The units continue in the same scheme but are re-registered in a new name.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transfers can occur:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a gift, where no payment is involved.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of succession\/inheritance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between joint holders (e.g., adding\/removing a family member).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In non-demat (SoA) or demat mode, depending on how the units are held.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>2. What\u2019s the difference between \u201ctransfer\u201d and \u201cgift\u201d?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Transfer&#8221; is a broader term: any change of ownership (could be for consideration or otherwise).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A gift is a subset: a voluntary transfer without any consideration and made out of love and affection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Under tax law, \u201cgift\u201d gets special treatment (especially between relatives), whereas transfers for consideration can trigger capital gains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>3<\/strong>. <b style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can all mutual fund units be transferred or gifted?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all mutual fund units can be transferred or gifted. Only open-ended mutual fund schemes that are free from any lock-in period or lien are eligible. This includes most equity, debt, hybrid, and index funds, provided the units are not pledged or under restriction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, ELSS (Tax Saver) funds cannot be transferred or gifted during their mandatory three-year lock-in period. Similarly, close-ended schemes, such as Fixed Maturity Plans (FMPs) or Capital Protection Schemes, do not allow transfers at all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds), transfers are only possible through demat accounts, since they are traded on stock exchanges; physical or Statement of Account (SoA) transfers are not permitted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, in the case of solution-oriented schemes, like retirement or children\u2019s funds, transfers or gifts are allowed only after the specified lock-in period expires.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>4. <b>What are the recent changes announced by SEBI or RTAs?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As per SEBI guidelines implemented in mid-2025:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-demat (Statement of Account) holdings can now be digitally transferred between investors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAMS &amp; KFintech portals provide \u201cTransfer\/Gift\u201d options online for eligible folios.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cooling-off period of 10 days is applied after transfer; the recipient cannot redeem during this period.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ETFs are excluded from this facility.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both donor and recipient must be KYC-verified and PAN-linked.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stamp duty and minimal transaction charges apply.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>5. Can units be transferred between demat and non-demat modes?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not directly.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><b>transfer within the same mode<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (demat- demat or SoA -SoA).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To move across modes, you must first <\/span><b>convert<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (rematerialize\/dematerialize) through your AMC or depository participant, then initiate the transfer.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>6.<\/strong> <b>Is online transfer the only option?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primarily, yes,\u00a0 SEBI encourages digital processes. But you can still:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Submit <\/span><b>physical transfer forms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the AMC or RTA (CAMS\/KFintech) if both parties prefer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical mode needs donor &amp; donee signatures and self-attested PAN proofs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>7.<\/strong> <strong>What is the cooling-off \/ lock period after transfer?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A\u00a0<\/span>10-calendar-day lock<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after transfer completion, the recipient cannot redeem units during this period (as per SEBI RTA directive, 2025).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>8. Are there fees or charges?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stamp duty: 0.015% of market value (min \u20b91).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transaction fee: 0.03% (min \u20b925) + 18% GST.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Demat transfer: DP may levy small off-market charges.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No entry\/exit load is applied merely for transfer\/gift.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>9. Does gifting mutual funds attract capital gains tax for the donor?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, gifting (to any person) does not trigger capital gains for the donor because there is no sale or redemption.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capital gains arise only when the recipient later sells those units.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transfers for consideration (not a gift) are taxable as a normal sale.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Gifts to spouse\/minor may attract clubbing provisions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>10<\/strong>. <strong>How is tax calculated for the recipient when they sell gifted units?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the recipient sells:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost of acquisition = donor\u2019s cost.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holding period = donor\u2019s holding period.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hence, if donor held units for &gt;12 months, the recipient enjoys long-term capital gain (LTCG) treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>11. What are the tax-free conditions for the recipient?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under Section 56(2)(x) of the Income-Tax Act:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gifts from relatives are fully exempt, irrespective of amount.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gifts from non-relatives are tax-exempt only up to \u20b950,000 per financial year (aggregate of all gifts).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If total gifts &gt; \u20b950,000, then the entire FMV of all gifts (not just the excess) becomes taxable in the recipient\u2019s hands as \u201cIncome from Other Sources.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>12. Who are considered \u201crelatives\u201d under tax law?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As per Income-Tax Act Section 56:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spouse of the individual.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brother or sister of the individual or of the spouse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brother or sister of the parents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any lineal ascendant or descendant (parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lineal ascendant\/descendant of spouse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spouse of any of the above.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gifts to these persons are <\/span><b>fully exempt<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>13. What if I gift units to a friend worth \u20b91 lakh?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since a friend is a <\/span><b>non-relative<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and value &gt; \u20b950,000,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2192 The <\/span><b>entire \u20b91 lakh<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is taxable to the friend as \u201cincome from other sources.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The donor has <\/span><b>no tax<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the time of gifting.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>14. What if the donor dies, are transfers to nominees taxed?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Units passed on through <\/span><b>nomination or inheritance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are <\/span><b>not treated as gifts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, hence <\/span><b>not taxable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the recipient\u2019s hands (Section 47 &amp; 49 of the IT Act).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Capital gains arise only when the nominee sells units later.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>15. What are the clubbing provisions for the spouse\/minor child?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a donor gifts units to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spouse<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2192 any income\/gain from those units is taxed in the donor\u2019s hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Minor child<\/b> \u2192 income from those units (above \u20b91,500 per child per year) is clubbed with the donor\u2019s income.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hence, it is better to gift to an <\/span><b>adult child<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>parent<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for independent taxation.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>16. Can I claim any tax deduction for gifting?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, there is <\/span>no deduction<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the donor. The gift is purely voluntary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>17. What if I transfer units as part of a will or estate plan?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transfers via <\/span>inheritance or will<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are exempt from tax at both ends.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The recipient inherits the cost &amp; holding period of the deceased.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>18. Why would anyone gift mutual fund units instead of cash?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">To avoid premature redemption and retain investment continuity.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">To pass on long-term investments with favourable cost\/holding periods.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">For estate or succession planning.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">To fund education goals for children via direct ownership.<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>19. Is gifting mutual funds safer than gifting cash?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, because:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Units remain within the regulated financial system (SEBI-registered AMCs).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital records ensure traceability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Value appreciates over time, promoting investment discipline.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>20. Can I gift mutual funds to my child\u2019s account (minor)?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, but the account must be held in the minor\u2019s name with a guardian (usually a parent).<br \/>\nWhen the child turns 18, the folio converts to sole ownership.<br \/>\nHowever, any income until the majority is clubbed with the guardian\u2019s income.<\/p>\n<p><strong>21. Can I gift to my parents?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, gifts to parents are fully exempt (they\u2019re \u201crelatives\u201d).<br \/>\nIt can also help in tax-optimised family investing \u2014 since parents may fall in a lower tax bracket when redeeming.<\/p>\n<p><strong>22 . Can NRIs gift or receive mutual funds?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, subject to FEMA guidelines:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gift must not violate NRI-to-NRI or NRI-to-resident restrictions of repatriation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NRI donor should route the transaction through an <\/span><b>NRO\/<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>NRE-<\/strong>compliant\u00a0folio.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The AMC may require additional FEMA declarations.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>23. Can a company or trust gift mutual funds?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Gifts between entities (non-individuals) are not recognised as \u201cgifts\u201d under IT Act; they\u2019re treated as transfers \u2192 capital gains apply.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Only individuals and HUFs can avail \u201cgift\u201d exemption.<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>24. Are there timing or quantity limits for gifting?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No statutory limit. But:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gifts &gt; \u20b950,000 (non-relatives) \u2192 taxable to recipient.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-value gifts (&gt; \u20b910 lakh) may require PAN reporting in Form 26AS as \u201cspecified financial transaction\u201d.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>25. What documentation should I maintain?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital copy of gift declaration letter (mentioning folio, units, donor\/recipient details, relation, reason).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acknowledgement email from RTA showing transfer completed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost of acquisition statement (for future capital gains).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proof of relation (if applicable).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These help substantiate exemption claims during tax assessments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>26. Should the gift be reported anywhere?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not mandatory for the donor.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recipient should:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Declare value if gifts from non-relatives exceed \u20b950,000 (under \u201cIncome from Other Sources\u201d).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain documentation for cost\/holding calculation at sale time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>27. How can gifting MF units help in tax planning?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Transfer gains to family members in lower tax brackets.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Avoid early redemption (preserve LTCG status).<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Facilitate legacy planning by passing long-term assets without cash outflow.<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>28. How does gifting fit into estate planning?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideal tool for gradual <\/span><b>inter-generational wealth transfer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeps assets market-linked and transparent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduces probate hassles if units are gifted or nominated beforehand.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>29. What precautions should I take before gifting?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm relation to ensure exemption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check lock-ins and scheme eligibility.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain written records.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verify the recipient\u2019s KYC.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inform your advisor to rebalance post-transfer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>30. What if I want to reverse or cancel a transfer?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once processed and accepted, a <\/span><b>mutual fund gift\/transfer is irreversible.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can re-transfer only through a fresh gift from the recipient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gifting mutual fund units isn\u2019t just a gesture; it\u2019s a smart financial move when done right.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It allows families to build long-term wealth, reduces paperwork compared to traditional inheritance, and encourages disciplined investing across generations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before initiating a transfer, always ensure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You use the official transfer request form from your mutual fund or RTA (CAMS\/KFintech),<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PAN, KYC, and folio details are consistent between donor and donee.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And you maintain documentary proof (like a gift deed) for future reference and tax clarity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As financial awareness grows, understanding how to gift mutual fund units responsibly can be a beautiful blend of affection and financial planning, helping your loved ones participate in India\u2019s growth story through equity and mutual fund investments.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever wanted to gift your child their first investment instead of just cash? 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