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The Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment form is a critical document for individuals and organizations seeking to become distributors of mutual fund schemes under L&T Investment Management Ltd. This form requires essential information, including the name for empanelment, contact details, and the address for communication. Distributors must provide enterprise details, such as the number of offices and employees, along with the cities they operate in. Key sections include KYC acknowledgment, current assets under management (AUM), and a list of mutual funds currently marketed by the distributor. The form also requests details about key employees, including their designations and contact information. Important financial information, such as bank details and PAN numbers, is mandatory for processing. Furthermore, the form includes a nomination section for brokerage commission, ensuring that the distributor's beneficiaries are recognized. A declaration section affirms the accuracy of the information provided, emphasizing compliance with the terms and conditions set forth by the asset management company. Completing this form accurately is crucial for a successful empanelment process, as it lays the foundation for a professional relationship between the distributor and L&T Mutual Fund.

Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment Example

Distributor Empanelment Form

*Name for Empanelment (Individual / Non-Individual)

Contact Person

*Address for Communication

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

State

 

 

 

 

 

Pin Code

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tel.

 

 

 

Fax

 

 

 

 

Mobile

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*E-mail

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enterprise Details

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No. of Ofices

 

 

 

 

 

No. of Employees

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please mention the name of the cities you operate in

*KYC Acknowledgement Date (please attach a KYD acknowledgment letter D D M M Y Y Y Y Name of Mutual Funds currently marketed by you:

1.

 

 

4.

 

 

 

2.

 

 

5.

 

 

 

3.

 

 

6.

 

 

 

*Your current AUM (Equity & Balanced) :

 

 

Debt

 

 

ArN No.

*KEY EMPloYEES DETAIl wITh E-mail ID

Sr. No.

Name

Designation

E-mail ID

Contact Number

 

 

 

 

Mobile/land line

 

 

 

 

 

1.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gross Mobilisation done in the last 6 months: (In ` Cr)

 

No. of Investor

 

CorPorATE

rETAIl

*Bank Details - Please attach a cancelled cheque (Mandatory)

Name of the Bank

Branch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Account No.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pin Code

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Account Type : (Please )

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current

Savings

others :

 

MICr Code

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IFS Code :

 

 

*Permanent Account Number (PAN) :

NOMINATION DETAILS FOR BROKERAGE COMMISSION

If Nominee is a minor

(For individuals and sole proprietorships)

 

 

 

 

 

Name

 

 

 

Date of Birth of Nominee

 

 

Address

 

 

Name of legal Guardian

 

 

 

 

 

 

Address of

 

 

 

 

legal Guardian

 

relationship

 

Signature of

with Distributor

 

legal Guardian

Declaration:

1.we hereby declare that the information furnished is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

2.we shall abide by the terms and conditions mentioned overleaf and agree to comply with the same.

*Signature :

(If on behalf of the company, the seal of the company must be afixed)

*Mandatory items

ChECK - LIST

Individual empanelment (Individual/hUF) (self attested copies)

1. Empanelment Form

2. ArN Card

4. Cancelled cheque copy as per bank mandate

5. Details of E-mail ids & contact details including

 

Mobile number of key personal mentioned

Non-individual empanelment (Pvt. Ltd./Company Ltd./Proprietary/Partnership) (signed/attested copies)

1.Empanelment Form

2.Certiicate of Registration issued by AMFl in the name of agency desiring empanelment (ARN No.)

3.Memorandum of Association/Articles of Association/ Partnership Deed (which ever applicable)

4.PAN Card

5.Board resolution

6.list of authorized signatories

7.Cancelled cheque copy as per bank mandate

8.Details of E-mail ids & contact details including Mobile number of key personal mentioned

9.KYD acknowledgment letter

3. PAN Card

6. KYD acknowledgment letter

* For Oficial Use Only

originator Name & Signature

Branch

Signature of Branch head (if applicable)

Signature of regional head

L&T Investment Management Ltd.

6th Floor, Mafatlal Centre, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021 Tel.: 91 22 6655 4000 Fax: 91 22 6655 4200 www.lntmf.com

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR EMPANELMENT

The terms and conditions (“Terms and Conditions”) stated below and as may be amended from time to time are a binding contract between the Distributor and l&T Investment Management limited (“the AMC”), the asset management company to l&T Mutual Fund (“the Fund”) with respect to your appointment as a distributor of the schemes of l&T Mutual Fund and providing services as a Distributor and you agree to be legally bound by the same. Your appointment as a Distributor shall beat the sole discretion of the AMC.

Words and expressions used in the Terms and Conditions but not deined will have

the meaning ascribed to them in the Statement of Additional Information of the Fund/ Scheme Information Document(s) of the schemes of Fund and/or Securities and Exchange Board of India (Mutual Funds) regulations, 1996 as may be amended from time to time.

I.DISTRIBUTOR’S DECLARATIONS, REPRESENTATIONS & UNDERTAKINGS The Distributor declares, represents that:

a.the Distributor has obtained all necessary approvals, registrations and certiications

required from relevant authorities for the purposes of providing the services as a

Distributor and shall ensure that such approvals, registrations and certiications will remain in force. The Distributor further declares and represents that the Distributor

has not violated any of the conditions subject to which such approvals, registrations and certiications have been granted to the Distributor and that no disciplinary

or other proceedings have been commenced or indicated or threatened by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBl”) or any other competent authority against the Distributor and that the Distributor is not debarred /suspended from carrying on its normal activities. The Distributor will comply with all applicable laws, regulations and guidelines which govern the Distributor from time to time.

b.the Distributor shall in particular comply with the provisions of SEBI (Mutual Funds) regulations, 1996 (“SEBI regulations”) and guidelines issued by SEBI

and/or Association of Mutual Funds in lndia (“AMFI”) from time to time pertaining to mutual funds with speciic focus on regulations/guidelines on advertisements /

sales literature/marketing materials, code of conduct, transaction charges and self- certiication.

c.the Distributor shall not indulge in any kind of mis-selling or malpractice or unethical practice while marketing and distributing Units like splitting of an application of an investor in order to enhance the amount of transaction charge(s) received by the Distributor from the AMC under the SEBI regulations.

d.the Distributor shall not use or design any advertising or sales material other than sales material released by the AMC relating to the Fund unless approved in writing by the AMC in advance.

e.the Distributor shall disclose various addenda/notices/other documents related to the schemes of the Fund at its ofices/websites.

f.the Distributor shall disclose all the commissions (in the form of trail commission or any other mode) payable to the Distributor for the different competing schemes of

various mutual funds from amongst which a scheme is being recommended to the investor. The Distributor shall furnish a certiicate to this effect from time to time if

requested by the AMC.

g.the Distributor shall comply with instructions and procedures as mutually agreed between the Distributor and the AMC and/or the registrar from time to time and shall also issue its own internal instructions to its employees, agents, servants and representatives selling the units of the schemes of the Fund through the Distributor, on similar lines.

h.the Distributor hereby certiies that all its employees, agents, servants and representatives engaged in sales and marketing of the Units of the schemes of

the Fund are registered with Association of Mutual Funds in lndia (AMFI) and have passed the necessary certiication examination as speciied under the SEBI

regulations and/or by SEBl and/or by AMFI.

i.the Distributor shall provide such assistance as may be required by investors/ registrar/the AMC to redress investor complaints and other issues relating to the distribution of Units by the Distributor, including co-ordination with the authorised collecting branches of the Distributor and the registrar, within three days of receipt by the Distributor of any such complaint or particulars of any issue.

j.the Distributor undertakes that, except as speciically advised by the AMC in writing or as described in the Scheme lnformation Document of the schemes of the Fund, no action has been or will be taken in any jurisdiction by the Distributor independently of the AMC that will permit a public offering of Units or possession or distribution of the Scheme lnformation Document of the schemes of the Fund in any jurisdiction outside of India.

k.during the course of marketing and procuring subscriptions for the schemes, the Distributor shall not make or give any representation, statement or warranty or print or publish any information which is incorrect, incomplete or misleading (whether by reason of any omission to state a material fact or for any other reason) or which may be in any manner harmful to or against the interests of the AMC or which may result in a contravention of the provisions of the Securities and Exchange Board of lndia (Mutual Fund) regulations, 1996 or of any other applicable laws, rules, regulations or guidelines from time to time in force.

I.the Distributor represents and warrants that all statements made and information which has been and/or which may hereafter be given by the Distributor to the AMC for or in connection with the Distributor’s appointment and services as a distributor is and shall be correct and complete and is not and shall not be misleading (whether by reason of omission to state a material factor for any other reason).

m.the Distributor shall comply with all the statutory and other applicable requirements relating to anti money laundering and/or Know Your Client / Know Your Distributor guidelines issued and amended from time to time by any of the regulatory bodies

in India. In addition to the aforesaid, the AMC may require the Distributor to follow additional KYC guidelines speciied by it. In the event of non compliance

with the aforesaid regulatory requirements/guidelines and/or AMC guidelines, the AMC reserves the right to reduce from the brokerage/commission payable to the Distributor a reasonable amount which is incurred by the AMC for obtaining satisfactory evidence of the identity of the person who invest in the Fund through the Distributor.

n.the Distributor shall upon a reasonable notice from the AMC/the Fund/l&T Mutual Fund Trustee limited, the trustees to the Fund (“Trustees”) provide all such information, reports or documents obtained/maintained by it (including by its employees, agents, servants and representatives) in respect of the services provided in accordance with the Terms and Conditions, if required, under any applicable law/by any of the regulators.

o.the Distributor undertakes that all employees, agents and representatives of the

Distributor shall at all times maintain strict conidentiality with regard to all matters and documentation and information relating to the AMC/Fund, any schemes and

issues raised by the AMC/Fund/Trustees from time to time and shall not divulge or allow or cause to be divulged any conidential or proprietary information or know

how which it has received from the AMC/Fund/Trustees or which comes into its hands or into the hands of any of Its employees, agents and representatives.

p.the Distributor agrees that this relationship is expressly established subject to the AMC/Fund/Trustees being allowed to appoint other distributors to sell the Units of scheme(s) or to sell Units of scheme(s) directly to investors.

q.The Distributor declares if it provides any advisory services as speciied in the SEBI

regulations or the SEBl (Investment Advisers) regulations, 2013, the Distributor shall comply with all the requirements speciied in the aforesaid guidelines or as may speciied by any regulatory authority or AMFI from time to time.

r.The Distributor agrees and conirms that:

i.the Distributor if provides both the advisory and execution only services shall categorize customer relationships and/or transactions as either “Advisory” (i.e. Distributor represents to offer advice) or “Execution only” (i.e. those not booked as Advisory) and there shall be no third categorization.

ii.in cases where the customer relationship/transaction is categorized as “Execution only” and the Distributor has information to believe that the transaction is not appropriate for the customer, a written communication shall be made to the investor informing the customer regarding the unsuitability of the scheme of the mutual fund and such communication shall have to be duly

acknowledged and accepted by customer. The AMC shall have the right to request copies of such conirmations and the same shall be furnished by the

Distributor promptly.

iii.in cases where the customer relationship/transaction is categorized as

“Execution Only”, the Distributor shall obtain a conirmation from the customer that the transaction is ‘Execution only” prior to execution of the transaction.

iv.in cases where the customer relationship/transaction is categorized as “Execution only”, the Distributor shall not collect any fees from the customer and the Distributor shall be entitled only to the transaction charge(s) paid by the AMC to the Distributor in accordance with SEBl regulations.

s.The Distributor hereby conirms that, while selling/distributing schemes of mutual funds launched by the group companies/afiliates/associates of the Distributor, the Distributor shall make adequate disclosure to the customer regarding conlict of

interest arising from selling/distributing such schemes.

t.The Distributor conirms that a sub-distributor appointed by the Distributor, if any, shall have all the necessary qualiications, necessary approvals or valid licenses

required to act in such capacity and the Distributor will be responsible for the acts

and omissions of the sub-distributors (including compliance with the applicable rules and regulations and conidentiality provisions stated above) and that the AMC/

Trustees/Fund shall not be liable for any act or omission of the sub-distributors.

u.The AMC will not be responsible for payment of any compensation or brokerage to sub-distributors and any payment to such sub-distributors shall be the sole responsibility and liability of the Distributor. Further, The Distributor shall not undertake any obligation or incur any liability on behalf of the AMC/Fund.

v.The Distributor shall comply with the following terms and conditions in case the Distributor proposes to gain access to the online platform for distributors set up by the AMC/l&T Group (“the website”):

i.the website is being made available to the Distributor to have access to certain information including information pertaining to the schemes of the Fund, Distributors’ client’s transaction details and/or account statement(s) either directly or through mail back or through any mode as may be decided by the AMC and other tools and utilities provided by the AMC from time to time. Subject to these terms and conditions, the AMC grants the Distributor

a non-transferable and non-exclusive licence to use the website for the bonaide purposes of the Distributor’s business. This licence may be terminated

or amended by the AMC at any time.

ii.the Distributor shall only access, download and/or use the contents on the website in connection with his/its appointment as a distributor of the Fund and not for any other purpose whatsoever, whether commercial or personal.

iii.the intellectual property in all material provided on the website is held by the AMC unless otherwise stated. Except as expressly permitted herein or on the website. none of the material provided on the website may be copied, reproduced, distributed, republished, downloaded, displayed, posted, transferred or transmitted in any form or by any means, including, but not limited to, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the AMC. Further, the Distributor or its employees shall not transfer, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, modify or create derivate works based on the materials provided on the website except as permitted herein or by law.

iv.the copyright, trademarks, database rights, patents and all similar rights in and relating to the website and the information contained in it are owned by the l&T Group/the AMC, its licensors or relevant third party content providers. Nothing on the website should be construed as granting, by implication, estoppel, or

otherwise, any license or right to use any trademark displayed on the website without the written permission of the AMC or its relevant afiliate.

v.The Distributor shall be able to gain access to the secured contents on the website only through a User ID and password which shall be issued by the AMC. The AMC is entitled to disable the password at any time.

vi.The Distributor or its employee(s)shall not disclose the password to any other person and shall report any misuse of it to the AMC immediately.

vii.If the Distributor or its employee(s) allows any third party to gain or becomes aware that any third party has otherwise gained access to the contents of the website through his User ID and password, the Distributor will defend and indemnify the AMC, the Fund and theTrustees against any liability, claims, costs, expenses, losses, damages or penalties (including without limitation, reasonable attorneys fees and costs of appeal) arising out of claims or suits based upon, relating to or arising in connection with such access and/or use.

viii.The Distributor hereby undertakes that:

it shall ensure that all employee(s)/sub broker(s) who are authorised to access and use the Website in terms hereof shall be notiied of the terms and

conditions set out herein;

the AMC may issue an User ID and password to its sub-brokers subject to necessary information being provided to the AMC needed for generation of an User ID and password;

it has obtained consent from its clients to have access to their account statement(s) and other data; and

it shall and shall cause its employees to hold all materials provided on the Website conidential and not disclose the same to any person directly or indirectly

whether during the term of the distribution agreement or thereafter.

ix.In case a holder of units of the Fund deals through multiple distributors (including the Distributor) in a single folio, the Distributor shall not be able to view the account statement of such a holder but the Distributor shall be entitled to receive the details of transactions routed through it.

x.The Distributor shall not misuse any of the information, data, etc available to him through the website.

xi.The Distributor shall be solely responsible for the acts or omissions that might occur within the website through the use of the User ID and password allotted to him.

xii.The data and information provided on the website does not constitute advice and should not be relied upon while taking investment decisions.

xiii.whilst every reasonable precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy, security and conidentiality of data and information available through the

website, the AMC, the Fund or the Trustees cannot be held responsible for any consequence of any action carried out by any user (authorised or unauthorised).

xiv.The AMC may suspend or withdraw the website at any time, and the Distributor acknowledges that the website is also subject to interruption for reasons beyond the AMC’s control. The AMC makes no warranty that its ability to provide the website will be interrupted. The AMC, the Fund or the Trustees shall not be liable for any loss or damage or other consequences arising from any such suspension, withdrawal or interruption or otherwise arising from the use or inability to use the website and its contents.

xv.The Distributor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the AMC, the Fund and the Trustees against any liability, claims, costs, expenses, losses, damages or penalties (including without limitation, reasonable attorneys fees and costs of appeal) arising out of its or its employees’ breach of the terms and conditions set out herein or acts or omissions resulting from the use of the website and/or its access.

II. FEES AND ChARGES OF ThE DISTRIBUTOR

The AMC shall pay to the Distributor fees for the services provided and shall from time to time communicate the brokerage structure (fees) to the Distributor. The Distributor acknowledges that the AMC shall be entitled to revise brokerage rates previously declared. All payments to the Distributor shall be subject to the relevant provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and other applicable laws. In case the Distributor receives any fee which is not due or payable to the Distributor, the Fund/ AMC shall be entitled to recover or adjust all such amounts as are wrongly paid to the Distributor. The AMC shall have the right to suspend the brokerage payable to the Distributor if so directed by SEBI and /or AMFl or if there is a breach of these Terms and Conditions by the Distributor.

Ill. INDEMNITY

The Distributor shall indemnify and hold harmless the Fund, Trustees and the AMC against any losses, costs or claims which they might incur/suffer as a result of

(i)any unauthorized, misleading, false or inaccurate information, documentation, literature or representation relating to the Fund or the AMC which is made, issued or given by the Distributor (unless the information, documentation and/or literature has been provided or otherwise approved by the AMC) (ii) the negligence or

willful misconduct of the Distributor, or their employees, agents, representatives, afiliates, managers or advisors; (iii) breach of any of the terms, conditions,

declarations, representations, undertakings and warranties contained in the Terms and Conditions; or (iv) fraud, on part of the Distributor or its employees, agents and representatives.

IV. TERMINATION

a.The appointment of the Distributor shall stand terminated forthwith:

i.if the Distributor is found to be a minor or adjudicated as an insolvent or found to be of unsound mind by a court of competent jurisdiction;

ii.if the AMC is satisied that any statement made in the form was false or misleading or calculated to mislead;

iii.if Distributor acts in any other manner prejudicial to the interest of the AMC/ Fund; and

iv.in the event of a breach of any clauses of the Terms and Conditions or in the event of any negligence, willful default or fraud by the Distributor or its employees, agents and representatives.

b.Notwithstanding anything stated above, the appointment of the Distributor shall stand terminated at any time by the AMC by giving the Distributor a notice of at least 10 days without assigning any reason.

c.In the event the appointment is terminated, the Distributor will hand over to the AMC all the data, documents, reports, records and all other information and materials related to the other party within a period of 30 Business Days from the date of termination of appointment. After or before Notice of termination, the Distributor shall not do any act which is detrimental to the Fund, AMC or the scheme(s).

V.RELATIONShIP

None of the provisions of the Terms and Conditions shall be deemed to constitute a partnership between the AMC and Distributor, and the Distributor shall not have the authority to bind the AMC. Neither party hereto is the agent of the other nor there is a master-servant relationship between the parties. The relationship of the Distributor and the AMC is on a principal to principal basis.

VI. MISCELLANEOUS

a.The AMC offers nomination facility to the Distributor to enable the nominee to receive commissions on the business done before the demise of the Distributor provided the Distributor has complied with all the Terms and Conditions.

b.The Distributor shall not in any way pledge or have any lien or charge on the properties of the AMC/Fund in its possession, for the fees payable to the Distributor for distributing Units of the Fund.

c.All operating and servicing standards and procedures will be as speciied by the

AMC from time to time.

d.This agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of lndia and shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Mumbai only.

I/WE hEREBY CONFIRM AND DECLARE ThAT I/WE hAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ThESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPANELMENT AS A DlSTRlBUTOR WITh ThE AMC AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY ThE SAME

Signature:

Name:

ArN Code:

call 1800 2000 400 or 1800 4190 200

email [email protected]

www.lntmf.com

 

 

 

our lines are open from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm, Monday to Friday

Mutual Fund investments are subject to market risks, read all scheme related documents carefully.

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File Breakdown

Fact Name Details
Form Purpose The LT Mutual Fund Empanelment form is used for onboarding distributors to market mutual fund schemes.
Mandatory Information Key fields marked with an asterisk (*) must be filled out, including contact details and KYC acknowledgment.
Contact Information Distributors must provide their name, address, phone numbers, and email for communication.
Enterprise Details Distributors should specify the number of offices and employees, along with the cities they operate in.
KYC Requirement A KYC acknowledgment letter must be attached to the form to confirm identity verification.
Bank Details A cancelled cheque is mandatory to validate the bank account for commission payments.
PAN Requirement Distributors must provide their Permanent Account Number (PAN) for tax purposes.
Nominee Information Nomination details for brokerage commission must be provided if applicable, especially for minor nominees.
Governing Law The form and its terms are governed by the laws of India, specifically under the jurisdiction of Mumbai courts.
Compliance Declaration Distributors must declare compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines to avoid penalties.

Guide to Using Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment

Completing the Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment form is a straightforward process. Ensure you have all necessary documents ready for submission. Follow the steps below to fill out the form accurately.

  1. Begin with the Name for Empanelment section. Indicate whether you are an individual or a non-individual.
  2. Provide the Contact Person details, including their name and position.
  3. Fill in the Address for Communication, including the city, state, and pin code.
  4. Enter your Telephone, Fax, and Mobile numbers.
  5. Input your E-mail address.
  6. In the Enterprise Details section, specify the No. of Offices and No. of Employees.
  7. List the cities where you operate.
  8. Provide the KYC Acknowledgement Date and attach the KYD acknowledgment letter.
  9. List the Name of Mutual Funds you currently market, numbering them from 1 to 6.
  10. State your current AUM for Equity, Balanced, and Debt.
  11. Complete the KEY EMPLOYEES DETAILS section, including the name, designation, email ID, and contact number for each key employee.
  12. Report the Gross Mobilisation done in the last 6 months, differentiating between Corporate and Retail investors.
  13. Provide Bank Details and attach a cancelled cheque. Include the name of the bank, branch, account number, city, pin code, state, and account type.
  14. Fill in the MICR Code and IFS Code.
  15. Input your PAN.
  16. Complete the NOMINATION DETAILS FOR BROKERAGE COMMISSION if applicable.
  17. Sign the Declaration confirming the accuracy of the information provided.
  18. Attach all necessary documents as per the checklist provided for individual or non-individual empanelment.

Once the form is filled out and all required documents are attached, submit the form to the designated contact point. Ensure that all information is accurate to avoid delays in processing your application.

Get Answers on Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment

What is the Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment Form?

The Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment Form is a document required for individuals or organizations looking to become distributors for L&T Mutual Fund. This form collects essential information about the distributor, including contact details, business operations, and compliance with regulations.

Who needs to fill out this form?

Both individuals and non-individual entities, such as companies or partnerships, must complete the form to be considered for empanelment as distributors. Each type has specific documentation requirements, which are outlined in the form.

What information is required in the form?

The form requires various details, including:

  1. Name and contact details of the distributor.
  2. Address for communication.
  3. Enterprise details, such as the number of offices and employees.
  4. KYC acknowledgment date.
  5. Details of mutual funds currently marketed.
  6. Bank details and PAN information.

Mandatory fields are marked with an asterisk (*) and must be filled out for the application to be processed.

What documents must be submitted with the form?

Depending on whether you are an individual or a non-individual, different documents are required. Common documents include:

  • Empanelment Form
  • ARN Card
  • Cancelled cheque
  • KYD acknowledgment letter
  • PAN Card

Make sure to check the specific list for your category to ensure all necessary documents are included.

How is the information in the form verified?

The information provided in the form is subject to verification by L&T Investment Management Ltd. They may request additional documents or clarification during the review process. It's crucial to ensure all information is accurate and complete to avoid delays.

What happens after submitting the form?

Once the form is submitted, it will be reviewed by the relevant team at L&T Mutual Fund. If approved, you will receive confirmation of your empanelment. If there are any issues or additional requirements, the team will reach out to you directly.

Can I update my information after empanelment?

Yes, if there are changes in your contact details, business operations, or any other information, you should notify L&T Mutual Fund promptly. Keeping your information up to date ensures smooth communication and compliance with regulations.

Common mistakes

Filling out the LT Mutual Fund Empanelment form can be straightforward, but many people make common mistakes that can delay the process. One frequent error is not providing a complete name for empanelment. Whether you are an individual or a non-individual, ensure that the name is clearly stated. Missing this detail can lead to unnecessary confusion.

Another common mistake is neglecting to fill in the contact person section. This information is crucial for communication. Without it, the processing team may struggle to reach out for clarifications or further information.

People often overlook the address for communication. It’s essential to provide a full and accurate address. Incomplete addresses can result in delays in receiving important documents or notifications.

Many applicants forget to include their KYC acknowledgment date and the required attachment. This step is vital for compliance. If this information is missing, the application will likely be returned.

When listing the mutual funds currently marketed, some individuals leave this section blank or do not list enough funds. Make sure to provide a complete and accurate list to avoid complications.

Another mistake involves the current AUM section. Applicants sometimes miscalculate or leave this blank. Providing accurate figures is important for the evaluation process.

In the key employees section, it’s common to see incomplete information. Ensure that all required details, including email IDs and contact numbers, are filled out correctly. Missing details can hinder the verification process.

Some applicants forget to attach the cancelled cheque, which is mandatory. This document is necessary for establishing bank details. Without it, the application will not be processed.

Another frequent oversight is in the nomination details for brokerage commission. If the nominee is a minor, ensure all necessary details are filled out correctly, including the legal guardian's information.

Finally, many people fail to sign the declaration section. This step is crucial, as it confirms that all information provided is true and that you agree to the terms and conditions. A missing signature can halt the entire process.

Documents used along the form

When applying for empanelment with a mutual fund, several additional documents are often required alongside the Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment form. Each of these documents serves a specific purpose in ensuring compliance and verifying the credentials of the distributor. Below is a list of commonly needed documents.

  • ARN Card: This card serves as proof of registration with the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) and is essential for any distributor wishing to sell mutual fund products.
  • Certificate of Registration: Issued by AMFI, this document confirms that the agency seeking empanelment is duly registered and authorized to operate as a distributor.
  • Memorandum of Association/Articles of Association/Partnership Deed: These documents outline the structure and governance of the agency, proving its legitimacy and operational framework.
  • PAN Card: The Permanent Account Number card is crucial for tax identification and compliance. It verifies the identity of the distributor for tax purposes.
  • Board Resolution: This document, required for corporate entities, indicates that the board has authorized the individual to act on behalf of the company in matters related to mutual fund distribution.
  • KYD Acknowledgment Letter: This letter confirms that the distributor has completed the Know Your Distributor (KYD) process, which is essential for compliance with regulatory norms.

These documents collectively help in establishing the credibility of the distributor and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. It’s important to prepare and submit all necessary paperwork to facilitate a smooth empanelment process.

Similar forms

  • Distributor Registration Form: Similar to the Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment form, this document collects essential details about the distributor, including contact information and business structure, ensuring that the distributor meets necessary qualifications.
  • Client Onboarding Form: This form is used to gather information from new clients, including identification and contact details, similar to how the empanelment form collects information from potential distributors.
  • Know Your Customer (KYC) Form: Like the empanelment form, this document is crucial for verifying the identity of clients and distributors, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Investment Advisory Agreement: This document outlines the relationship between the advisor and the client, much like how the empanelment form establishes the relationship between the distributor and the mutual fund.
  • Brokerage Agreement: This agreement details the terms of compensation for services provided, paralleling the fee structures mentioned in the empanelment form.
  • Compliance Declaration: Similar to the declarations in the empanelment form, this document requires distributors to affirm adherence to regulations and ethical practices.
  • Service Level Agreement (SLA): This document sets expectations for service delivery between parties, akin to the terms and conditions outlined in the empanelment form.

Dos and Don'ts

When filling out the Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment form, it is crucial to follow specific guidelines to ensure a smooth application process. Below is a list of things you should and shouldn't do.

  • Do provide accurate information in all mandatory fields.
  • Do attach all required documents, such as the KYC acknowledgment letter and a canceled cheque.
  • Do double-check your contact details to avoid miscommunication.
  • Do ensure that all signatures are present where required.
  • Don't leave any mandatory fields blank, as this may delay processing.
  • Don't submit incomplete documents; ensure all copies are clear and legible.
  • Don't provide misleading or incorrect information; this could result in disqualification.

Following these guidelines can help prevent unnecessary complications during the empanelment process.

Misconceptions

Understanding the Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment form can be challenging. Here are seven common misconceptions that often arise:

  • All fields are optional. Many believe that they can skip filling in certain fields. However, several items marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory and must be completed for the application to be processed.
  • Only individuals can apply. Some think that only individual distributors can use the form. In reality, both individual and non-individual entities, such as companies and partnerships, can apply for empanelment.
  • Bank details are not necessary. It is a misconception that providing bank details is optional. A cancelled cheque is mandatory for verification and to facilitate commission payments.
  • Nomination is only for individuals. Many assume that only individuals need to provide nomination details. However, non-individual entities can also designate a nominee for brokerage commissions.
  • KYC documentation is not required. Some distributors believe they can bypass Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. The form specifically requires a KYC acknowledgment letter to be attached.
  • All information can be submitted later. A common misunderstanding is that additional information can be provided after submission. It is crucial to ensure that all required documents are submitted with the form to avoid delays.
  • Empanelment guarantees commissions. Some applicants think that submitting the form guarantees them commissions. The appointment as a distributor is at the sole discretion of the asset management company (AMC) and is not guaranteed by merely submitting the form.

Key takeaways

When filling out and using the Lt Mutual Fund Empanelment form, keep these key takeaways in mind:

  • Complete All Mandatory Fields: Ensure that all fields marked with an asterisk (*) are filled out. Missing information can delay the process.
  • Attach Required Documents: Include all necessary documents, such as a cancelled cheque and KYC acknowledgment letter, as specified in the checklist.
  • Provide Accurate Contact Information: Double-check that the contact details for key employees are correct. This helps maintain clear communication.
  • Understand the Terms and Conditions: Familiarize yourself with the terms outlined in the document. Compliance is crucial for maintaining your distributor status.
  • Signatures Are Important: Ensure that all required signatures are present. If submitting on behalf of a company, the company seal must be affixed.
  • Monitor Your AUM: Keep track of your current Assets Under Management (AUM). This information is essential for your application.
  • Stay Informed About Regulations: Be aware of any changes in regulations that may affect your role as a distributor. Staying updated helps avoid compliance issues.