When an investor holds multiple folios under the same PAN, same holding pattern, and same KYC details in one AMC, they can consolidate (merge) them into a single folio for ease of management.
Consolidation helps:
1. Simplify portfolio tracking and reporting.
2. Reduce duplicate communication and statements.
3. Enable smoother SIP/STP/SWP setup in one folio.
Consolidation is AMC-specific — you can only consolidate folios within the same AMC, not across AMCs.
The process is carried out by the respective RTA — CAMS or KFin (formerly Karvy) — depending on which RTA services the AMC.
1. Get the “Folio Consolidation Request Form” from the CAMS website or from the AMC’s website serviced by CAMS.
2. Some AMCs accept a common “Request for Consolidation / Merger of Folios” form available on AMFI or CAMS sites.
All folios must have:
1. Same PAN of all holders.
2. Same holding pattern (individual/joint order).
3. Same KYC status and mode of holding (single/joint/anyone or survivor).
4. Same bank details and nominee details (recommended but not always mandatory).
5. Belong to the same AMC serviced by CAMS.
Provide:
1. Primary folio number (the one you want to retain).
2. Secondary folio numbers to be consolidated.
3. Full investor details: name(s), PAN, contact, email, etc.
4. Signatures of all holders as per folio records.
1. Self-attested PAN copy of first holder.
2. KYC acknowledgement (if not updated in CAMS).
3. Cancelled cheque / bank proof if bank details differ and need standardization.
1. Submit the form and documents to any CAMS Investor Service Centre or the concerned AMC office.
2. You can also courier the form to CAMS head office (addresses are given on CAMS form).
1. CAMS verifies investor data and ensures all conditions match.
2. If matched, the secondary folios are merged into the primary folio.
3. If discrepancies exist (e.g., bank details mismatch), the RTA may reject or seek clarification.
Usually 5–10 business days, depending on AMC confirmation and completeness of documents.
1. Visit the KFin Technologies (KFintech / KFin RIS) website.
2. Download the “Folio Consolidation / Merger Request Form” for mutual funds serviced by KFin.
3. You can also get this form from the AMC website serviced by KFin.
Same as CAMS:
1. Same PAN and investor names in same order.
2. Same KYC status and mode of holding.
3. Same tax status and holding type (resident, NRI, etc.).
4. Same AMC (cannot merge across AMCs).
Provide:
1. Target folio (to be retained).
2. Source folios (to be consolidated).
3. Holder details (name, PAN, contact).
4. All holders must sign as per folio records.
1. Self-attested PAN of 1st holder.
2. KYC proof or acknowledgment.
3. Cancelled cheque copy if bank verification required.
1. Submit to nearest KFin Investor Service Centre or to the AMC office.
2. Physical submission is required (most AMCs do not accept email requests for consolidation).
1. KFin verifies all folio details; if they match, folios are merged.
2. Discrepancies (like mismatched holding pattern, bank, or KYC) must be corrected before merging.
Typically, 7–15 business days, subject to AMC verification.
1.
AMC-Specific:
Folios can be merged only within the
same AMC, even if both are serviced by CAMS or KFin.
(E.g., You can consolidate 2 HDFC MF
folios, but not HDFC MF with ICICI MF).
2.
Mode of Holding:
Even a minor mismatch (like “A & B”
vs “A / B”) will block consolidation.
3.
Bank Details:
Ensure the same registered bank account
across all folios before consolidation.
4.
Nominee Details:
Must match; otherwise, the RTA may ask
for a fresh nomination form.
5.
Joint Holders’ Signatures:
Mandatory in the same order for all
joint holders.
6.
Demat Folios:
Folios held in demat mode can’t be
consolidated via RTA — you must do this through your DP (Depository
Participant).
7.
Communication
Post-Consolidation:
You’ll receive confirmation from
AMC/RTA, and subsequent statements will reflect the new consolidated folio.