How can NRI Invest in Mutual Funds in India?
Last updated August 22, 2026
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Topics Covered
- Can NRI invest in mutual funds in India?
- Does an NRI need PIS permission to invest in Mutual Funds?
- Process to invest in Indian mutual funds for NRIs
- 1. Opening of NRE or NRO bank account
- 2. Finish your KYC
- 3. Choose to invest directly or through your broker
- 4. Redeem your mutual fund investment
- Tax regulations on NRI Mutual Fund Investment
- Final words
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- Greater than Rs 1.25 Lakh – 12.5% w.e.f. July 2024 (Earlier 10%)
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Data Tables
| Equity or Equity-oriented mutual funds | Debt mutual funds | |
|---|---|---|
| Short-term capital gain | Investment is hold for less than a year or 12 months | Invest hold for less than 3 years or 36 months |
| Long-term capital gain | The period of holding MF portfolio is 12 months and more | The period of holding investment in debt-oriented MF is upto 3 years or 36 months and more |
| Equity or Equity-oriented mutual funds | Debt mutual funds | |
|---|---|---|
| Short-term capital gain tax | 20% w.e.f. July 2024 (Earlier 15%) | As per the tax slab |
| Long-term capital gain tax | Upto Rs 1.25 Lakh – Free Greater than Rs 1.25 Lakh – 12.5% w.e.f. July 2024 (Earlier 10%) | 20% after indexation |
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