📊 NISM Series V-D Chapter 5 of 22 ⚖ 7 of 150 marks weightage

Ch.5: Scheme Related Information

Practice questions for NISM-Series-VD: Mutual Fund - Specialised Investment Fund Distributors Certification Examination, Chapter 5: Scheme Related Information — covering offer documents (SID, SAI, KIM) and their hierarchy, fundamental attributes of a scheme, NAV applicability and cut-off timings, Total Expense Ratio and loads, the Riskometer, portfolio and performance disclosure, rights and obligations of unitholders, and scheme classification. Carries 7 out of 150 marks. The exam has 150 MCQs, 60% passing score, and −10% negative marking per wrong answer.

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What You Will Learn in This Chapter

Key Terms:Scheme Information Document (SID)Statement of Additional Information (SAI)Key Information Memorandum (KIM)Fundamental AttributesRiskometerTotal Expense Ratio (TER)Exit LoadConsolidated Account Statement (CAS)New Fund Offer (NFO)Applicable NAV

Multiple Choice Questions (50)

Q1MCQMediumAbridged Annual Report vs. Full Annual Report

An investor receives an 'Abridged Annual Report' from a mutual fund. Which of the following components would *not* typically be found in this abridged version but in the full annual report?

AChairman's letter to unitholders.
BAudited financial statements of the scheme.
CPortfolio turnover ratio.
DDetails of the expense ratio.
Q2MCQMediumAddenda

If a mutual fund scheme makes a material change to its fundamental attributes, such as a change in its investment objective or a significant alteration in its asset allocation pattern, how is this change officially communicated to investors and documented?

ABy launching an entirely new scheme through a Fresh New Fund Offer (NFO).
BBy issuing an Addendum to the existing Offer Document (SID and SAI).
CThrough a direct email to all unitholders, without any public disclosure.
DOnly by updating the scheme's monthly fact sheet.
Q3MCQMediumAddendum to Offer Documents

When would a mutual fund be required to issue an Addendum to the Scheme Information Document (SID)?

AOnly during the launch of a new scheme (NFO).
BWhen there is a material change in the scheme's fundamental attributes or any other significant information that affects investors.
CAnnually, as a mandatory update, regardless of any changes.
DOnly if the scheme's Net Asset Value (NAV) falls below Rs. 10.
Q4MCQMediumApplicable NAV

For a purchase application in a mutual fund scheme involving an amount of Rs. 2 lakhs or more, which NAV will be applicable if the application is received before the cut-off time on a business day?

ANAV of the previous business day
BNAV of the day the application is received
CNAV of the next business day
DNAV based on the day funds are realized by the fund house
Q5MCQMediumBenchmark

For performance comparison, SEBI mandates that mutual fund schemes must benchmark their performance against which type of index?

APrice Return Index (PRI)
BTotal Return Index (TRI)
CCapital Gains Index (CGI)
DDividend Yield Index (DYI)
Q6MCQHardChanges in Fundamental Attributes

If a mutual fund proposes to change the fundamental attributes of a scheme, what is the minimum notice period that must be given to unitholders, allowing them an exit option without exit load?

A15 days
B21 days
C30 days
D45 days
Q7MCQMediumConsolidated Account Statement (CAS)

How frequently must a Consolidated Account Statement (CAS) be sent to a mutual fund investor who has made a financial transaction (purchase, redemption, switch, SIP, STP, SWP registration, etc.) during the month?

AQuarterly
BHalf-yearly
CAnnually
DMonthly
Q8MCQMediumCut-off Timings

For a purchase application in a Debt or Liquid fund, if the application is received before the cut-off time of 2:00 PM on a business day, and the funds are realized by the AMC, what NAV will typically be applicable for allotment of units?

AThe NAV of the next business day.
BThe NAV of the previous business day.
CThe NAV of the same business day.
DThe NAV of two business days prior.
Q9MCQMediumDistinguishing SID and SAI

Which of the following details is typically found in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI) but is *not* a core component of the Scheme Information Document (SID)?

AInvestment objective and asset allocation of the scheme.
BDetails regarding the constitution of the mutual fund, including the Trustee and Asset Management Company's (AMC) board of directors.
CRisk factors associated with investing in the scheme.
DPast performance data of the scheme and its benchmark.
Q10MCQMediumDistributor Commissions & Disclosure

According to SEBI regulations, which of the following information regarding distributor commissions must be disclosed to an investor *at the time of investment*?

AThe specific commission paid to their distributor for that transaction.
BThe aggregate commission paid by the AMC to all distributors in the previous financial year.
CThe exact percentage of commission paid to their specific distributor.
DThat commissions are paid out of the Total Expense Ratio (TER) of the scheme.
Q11MCQEasyEntry Load - Current Status

What is the current regulatory status regarding the charging of 'entry load' for mutual fund schemes in India for retail investors?

AIt is mandatory for all equity schemes to charge an entry load.
BIt is permissible only for New Fund Offers (NFOs).
CIt is prohibited for all mutual fund schemes.
DIt is charged at the discretion of the Asset Management Company (AMC).
Q12MCQMediumExit Load Calculation

An investor redeems 500 units from an equity fund with a current NAV of ₹40.00. The fund levies an exit load of 0.75% if units are redeemed within 270 days. If the investor redeems these units after 150 days, what is the net redemption value received by the investor?

A₹20,000.00
B₹19,850.00
C₹19,925.00
D₹19,700.00
Q13MCQEasyExpense Ratio Limits

What is the maximum permissible Total Expense Ratio (TER) for an equity-oriented mutual fund scheme for the portion of its Average Assets Under Management (AAUM) exceeding ₹2,000 crores but not exceeding ₹5,000 crores?

A2.25%
B1.75%
C1.60%
D1.50%
Q14MCQHardExpenses and Loads

As per AMFI guidelines, what is the maximum transaction charge that an ARN holder can levy on a purchase application of ₹10,000 or more, for a first-time mutual fund investor and for an existing investor respectively?

A₹100 for first-time, ₹50 for existing.
B₹150 for first-time, ₹100 for existing.
C₹150 for first-time, ₹50 for existing.
D₹200 for first-time, ₹150 for existing.
Q15MCQEasyFund Fact Sheet

Which document is specifically designed to provide investors with a concise, updated summary of a mutual fund scheme's key features, performance, and portfolio every month?

AScheme Information Document (SID)
BStatement of Additional Information (SAI)
CKey Information Memorandum (KIM)
DFund Fact Sheet
Q16MCQHardFundamental Attributes of a Scheme

Which of the following statements regarding the 'Fundamental Attributes' of a mutual fund scheme, as outlined in the Scheme Information Document (SID), is INCORRECT?

AThey define the investment objective of the scheme.
BChanges to them require unitholder approval or an exit option.
CThey include the asset allocation pattern of the scheme.
DThey can be unilaterally changed by the AMC with prior intimation to SEBI.
Q17MCQHardInvestor Rights & Obligations / Material Changes

If there is a 'material change' in a mutual fund scheme, such as a change in the fundamental attributes (e.g., investment objective or asset allocation), what is generally required by SEBI regulations?

AThe AMC must inform SEBI, but no specific disclosure to existing investors is mandated.
BThe AMC must send a written communication to all unitholders and provide an exit option without exit load for a specified period.
CThe change can be implemented immediately after an internal board resolution, without any prior notice.
DOnly an update in the Scheme Information Document (SID) on the AMC's website is considered sufficient.
Q18MCQMediumKey Information Memorandum (KIM)

The Key Information Memorandum (KIM) for a mutual fund scheme must be updated at least:

AAnnually
BQuarterly
CHalf-yearly
DMonthly
Q19MCQEasyKey Scheme Features - Riskometer

Which of the following typically displays the 'Riskometer' for a mutual fund scheme?

AAnnual Report
BKey Information Memorandum (KIM)
CTrust Deed
DOffer Document Part I (General Information)
Q20MCQEasyLoads and Expenses

What is the current maximum entry load that a mutual fund scheme can charge to an investor at the time of subscription?

A0.50%
B1.00%
C2.25%
D0% (Nil)
Q21MCQEasyNAV Applicability & Cut-off Timings

For investments in Liquid and Overnight Funds, what is the general cut-off time for an application to be eligible for the same business day's Net Asset Value (NAV), provided the funds are available for utilization by the AMC?

A1:30 PM
B2:00 PM
C3:00 PM
D5:00 PM
Q22MCQEasyNAV Calculation and Disclosure

The Net Asset Value (NAV) of a mutual fund scheme is required to be calculated and disclosed at least:

AWeekly for all schemes.
BDaily for all schemes, except Fund of Funds (FoFs).
CDaily for all schemes, including Liquid Funds which are calculated on all calendar days.
DDaily for all schemes open for subscription and repurchase, on all business days.
Q23MCQMediumNew Fund Offer (NFO) Process

For a New Fund Offer (NFO), what is the maximum duration for which units can be allotted and dispatch of Statement of Account/refunds completed from the date of closure of the NFO?

A15 calendar days.
B5 business days.
C10 calendar days.
D30 calendar days.
Q24MCQEasyOffer Document Hierarchy and Disclosures

Which of the following documents is mandatory to be provided to an investor at the time of purchasing units of a mutual fund scheme?

AScheme Information Document (SID)
BStatement of Additional Information (SAI)
CKey Information Memorandum (KIM)
DAnnual Report of the mutual fund
Q25MCQEasyOffer Documents

Which of the following documents is primarily a summary document provided to investors, containing key information from the Scheme Information Document (SID)?

AStatement of Additional Information (SAI).
BScheme Information Document (SID).
CKey Information Memorandum (KIM).
DFund Fact Sheet.
Q26MCQHardOther Disclosures (Portfolio Disclosure)

As per SEBI regulations, a mutual fund is required to disclose its full portfolio (along with ISINs) on its website and that of AMFI within how many days from the end of each month?

A5 days
B10 days
C15 days
D30 days
Q27MCQEasyPast Performance

Which of the following disclaimers is mandatorily associated with any disclosure of a mutual fund scheme's past performance?

A"Past performance is guaranteed to be sustained in the future."
B"Past performance may or may not be sustained in the future."
C"Past performance is indicative of future returns."
D"Past performance is irrelevant for future investment decisions."
Q28MCQHardPerformance Disclosure - Rolling Returns

In the context of mutual fund performance reporting, what is the key advantage of using 'rolling returns' over 'point-to-point' returns?

ARolling returns are always easier to calculate for investors.
BRolling returns represent returns over a single, fixed period only.
CRolling returns eliminate the impact of specific start and end dates, providing a more consistent view of performance.
DRolling returns are always higher than point-to-point returns.
Q29MCQMediumPledge/Lien on Units

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding pledging of mutual fund units?

AOnly physical units can be pledged, not dematerialized units.
BUnits can only be pledged to banks, not to Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs).
CA pledge on mutual fund units can be created only if the units are fully paid-up.
DThe fund house must approve the pledge request before it can be registered.
Q30MCQMediumPortfolio Disclosure

Mutual funds are mandated to disclose their full portfolio (holding of all schemes) on their website and AMFI website within how many days from the end of each month?

A5 days
B10 days
C15 days
D30 days
Q31MCQMediumRights and Obligations of Unitholders

Which of the following is a right of a mutual fund unitholder?

ATo directly manage the fund's portfolio
BTo demand a specific return on investment
CTo receive a copy of the abridged annual report free of cost upon request
DTo appoint and remove the AMC's CEO
Q32MCQHardRights of Unitholders (Scheme Liquidation)

In the event of a mutual fund scheme's liquidation, what is the priority for distributing the proceeds after statutory dues and expenses?

ATo the Asset Management Company (AMC) for management fees.
BTo the unitholders based on their proportionate holdings.
CTo the Trustees for their supervisory fees.
DTo the Custodian for safekeeping charges.
Q33MCQMediumRisk Factors (Scheme-Specific)

A mutual fund scheme investing predominantly in small-cap companies is exposed to higher levels of which specific risk compared to a large-cap fund?

AInterest Rate Risk
BCredit Risk
CLiquidity Risk
DReinvestment Risk
Q34MCQMediumRiskometer

The 'Riskometer' for a mutual fund scheme must be evaluated and updated at least:

AAnnually, based on the scheme's portfolio.
BQuarterly, based on the scheme's portfolio.
CMonthly, based on the scheme's portfolio.
DHalf-yearly, based on the scheme's portfolio.
Q35MCQEasyRole of Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA)

What is a primary function of the Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA) for a mutual fund?

AManaging the investment portfolio of the scheme.
BHolding the securities and assets of the scheme in custody.
CProcessing investor applications, redemptions, and maintaining unitholder records.
DAuditing the financial statements of the mutual fund.
Q36MCQMediumScheme Benchmark

What is the primary purpose of disclosing the 'Scheme Benchmark' in the Scheme Information Document (SID)?

ATo define the scheme's asset allocation strategy.
BTo indicate the minimum return guaranteed by the scheme.
CTo provide a standard for performance comparison.
DTo set the maximum expense ratio for the scheme.
Q37MCQMediumScheme Classification (SEBI categorization)

As per SEBI's categorization and rationalization of mutual fund schemes, a scheme that invests predominantly in debt instruments across different maturities and credit profiles without any specific duration or credit bias would typically fall under which category?

AGilt Fund
BBanking & PSU Fund
CDynamic Bond Fund
DCorporate Bond Fund
Q38MCQHardScheme Expenses (TER Components)

When calculating the Total Expense Ratio (TER) for an equity-oriented mutual fund scheme, which of the following expenses is NOT typically included within the TER limits but might be borne by the scheme?

AInvestment management and advisory fees.
BRegistrar and Transfer Agent (RTA) fees.
CBrokerage and transaction costs incurred for buying/selling securities.
DCustodian fees.
Q39MCQMediumScheme Features (IDCW Option)

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal (IDCW) option in a mutual fund scheme?

AIt guarantees a fixed return to investors at regular intervals.
BThe payout under IDCW option is always from the capital gains generated by the scheme.
CIt allows investors to receive distributions from distributable surplus, which may include capital gains and/or accumulated income.
DInvestors opting for IDCW reinvestment receive additional units at a fixed discount to the prevailing NAV.
Q40MCQEasyScheme Information Document (SID) and Expenses

Which document provides the most detailed information regarding the Total Expense Ratio (TER) of a mutual fund scheme, including its various components?

AKey Information Memorandum (KIM)
BFund Fact Sheet
CScheme Information Document (SID)
DStatement of Additional Information (SAI)
Q41MCQEasyScheme Types and Categories - Solution-oriented Schemes

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a 'Solution-oriented Scheme' as per SEBI's categorization?

ARetirement Fund
BChildren's Fund
CEquity Savings Fund
DAll of the above are solution-oriented schemes.
Q42MCQMediumStatement of Additional Information (SAI)

Which of the following information is typically found in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI) rather than the Scheme Information Document (SID)?

AInvestment objective and principal investment strategies of the scheme.
BRisk factors specific to the mutual fund scheme.
CConstitution of the Asset Management Company (AMC), Board of Trustees, and other legal disclosures.
DDetails of the fund manager, their experience, and past performance of the scheme.
Q43MCQEasySystematic Transactions

Which systematic plan allows investors to regularly transfer a fixed amount from one mutual fund scheme to another within the same fund house?

ASystematic Investment Plan (SIP)
BSystematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP)
CSystematic Transfer Plan (STP)
DValue Averaging Investment Plan (VAIP)
Q44MCQEasyTaxation (STT)

Securities Transaction Tax (STT) is applicable on which of the following mutual fund transactions?

APurchase of equity mutual fund units.
BRedemption of debt mutual fund units.
CRedemption of equity-oriented mutual fund units.
DSwitching from an equity fund to a debt fund.
Q45MCQHardTotal Expense Ratio (TER) Calculation

The Total Expense Ratio (TER) of a mutual fund scheme is calculated and charged to the scheme on which of the following bases?

AMonthly average net assets.
BAnnual average net assets.
CDaily net assets.
DQuarterly net assets.
Q46MCQMediumTransaction Charges

As per SEBI regulations, for an investment of INR 10,000 or more in a mutual fund scheme by a new investor (first time investor across any mutual fund) through a distributor, what is the maximum transaction charge that can be deducted?

AINR 100
BINR 150
CINR 200
DINR 250
Q47MCQEasyTypes of Schemes - Liquid Funds

Which of the following is typically the foremost investment objective for a Liquid Fund?

AMaximizing long-term capital appreciation through equity investments.
BProviding high income through regular dividend payouts from corporate bonds.
CPreserving capital and providing high liquidity by investing in very short-term money market instruments.
DInvesting predominantly in equity-related instruments of large-cap companies.
Q48MCQHardUnclaimed Dividends and Redemption Proceeds

According to SEBI regulations, if redemption proceeds or dividend payments remain unclaimed by investors for a period exceeding three years, what is the mandatory course of action for the Asset Management Company (AMC)?

AThe funds must be transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) directly.
BThe funds must be invested in a separate scheme specifically designed for unclaimed funds, typically a money market or liquid scheme.
CThe funds can be forfeited by the AMC and transferred to its reserves.
DThe AMC must initiate legal proceedings to trace the investor and disburse the funds.
Q49MCQMediumUnclaimed Dividends/Redemption Proceeds

According to SEBI regulations, how should unclaimed redemption and dividend amounts of mutual fund schemes be invested by the AMCs?

AIn separate bank accounts earning savings interest.
BIn a call money market or overnight funds.
CIn a specific liquid scheme and held separately for a maximum of three years.
DIn any scheme of the AMC, provided it's disclosed to investors.
Q50MCQMediumValuation Principles for Unlisted Securities

As per SEBI regulations, how are unlisted equity shares held by a mutual fund scheme generally valued for NAV calculation?

AAt cost price, until they are listed.
BAt a discount to the book value, determined by the AMC.
CBased on the latest available audited financial statements of the company.
DAt the fair value as determined by the AMC based on transparent and objective parameters.
About this content: These practice questions are based on the NISM-Series-VD: Mutual Fund - Specialised Investment Fund Distributors Certification Examination Workbook published by the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), Mumbai (March 2026 edition). NISM is a SEBI-established institution. Questions cover Chapter 5: Scheme Related Information with verified answers and explanations. BullWiser is an independent exam preparation platform — not affiliated with NISM, SEBI or AMFI. Last updated: .
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