Two-Factor Authentication expanded to mutual fund subscriptions, requiring OTP or depository 2FA and industry-wide compliance. Two-Factor Authentication is extended to subscription transactions in mutual funds: for online non-demat transactions one factor must be a One-Time Password sent to the unit holder's email/phone registered with the AMC/RTA; demat transactions must follow Depository-prescribed 2FA; mandates/systematic transactions require factor authentication only at registration. AMFI must revise best practice guidelines to include subscriptions and all AMCs must comply. Industry participants must implement systems and report progress, with the provisions effective from April 01, 2023.
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Two-Factor Authentication expanded to mutual fund subscriptions, requiring OTP or depository 2FA and industry-wide compliance.
Two-Factor Authentication is extended to subscription transactions in mutual funds: for online non-demat transactions one factor must be a One-Time Password sent to the unit holder's email/phone registered with the AMC/RTA; demat transactions must follow Depository-prescribed 2FA; mandates/systematic transactions require factor authentication only at registration. AMFI must revise best practice guidelines to include subscriptions and all AMCs must comply. Industry participants must implement systems and report progress, with the provisions effective from April 01, 2023.
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