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What is Mutual-fund cut-off time?

A mutual-fund cut-off time is the daily deadline used with fund availability rules to determine which NAV may apply to a valid transaction.

Reviewed by Kshitij Jain, Principal Officer · SEBI Investment Adviser INA000022172 · Updated 24 October 2026

How Mutual-fund cut-off time works

Submitting an instruction is not always enough; applicable rules can also depend on when cleared money becomes available to the scheme. Timings differ by transaction and scheme type and can change, so the current official rule should be checked.

An example

An order entered before a displayed deadline may still receive a later NAV if the required funds reach the scheme after the relevant availability condition.

Why it matters for your family

For a time-sensitive family payment, do not depend on a same-day NAV assumption. Leave room for bank processing, holidays, settlement and operational rejection.

Questions people ask

What does Mutual-fund cut-off time mean?
A mutual-fund cut-off time is the daily deadline used with fund availability rules to determine which NAV may apply to a valid transaction.
Why does Mutual-fund cut-off time matter for a family?
For a time-sensitive family payment, do not depend on a same-day NAV assumption. Leave room for bank processing, holidays, settlement and operational rejection.
Where can I verify information about Mutual-fund cut-off time?
Start with AMFI Investor Corner, linked on this page, and the current official document for the product or tax year involved.

This page is general education, not personalised investment or tax advice. Rules can change; verify current official documents before acting. Investment in securities markets is subject to market risk.