Quant MF Launches India’s First Long-Short Fund Under SEBI’s SIF Category

Quant Mutual Fund (Quant MF) has made headlines by becoming the first mutual fund in India to receive SEBI approval to launch a Long-Short Fund under the newly introduced Specialised Investment Fund (SIF) category. This new fund, named QSIF, brings advanced investment strategies to high-net-worth investors looking for more flexible and powerful options than regular mutual funds.

What Are Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs)?

SIFs are a new type of investment product introduced by SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) in April 2025. They are designed to sit between regular mutual funds and Portfolio Management Services (PMS).

• Minimum investment: ₹10 lakh
• Strategy: Can include advanced techniques like long-short equity, thematic investing, or structured credit, which are not allowed in traditional mutual funds
• Regulation: Managed and regulated by SEBI, with rules similar to mutual funds but greater strategic freedom
• Tax Advantage: Long-term capital gains are taxed at 12.5% (much lower than the 30% charged on similar AIFs)

Quant Mutual Fund QSIF: A First-of-Its-Kind Fund

Quant MF's QSIF is the first SIF in India to run a Long-Short strategy. This means the fund can take both "long" positions (buying stocks expected to rise) and "short" positions (betting against stocks expected to fall). The goal is to reduce risk and improve returns, especially during volatile markets.

The fund will be professionally managed and is aimed at experienced investors who want to go beyond buy-and-hold strategies. It allows exposure to equity, debt, and hybrid assets and is suitable for investors with a higher risk appetite.

How to Invest in Quant Mutual Fund QSIF?

To invest in SIFs like QSIF, you must have a demat account. This account holds your investments in digital form, allowing you to buy, sell, or track your holdings easily.

Other big players like SBI, Mirae, Edelweiss, and ICICI Prudential are also planning to launch similar funds, but Quant MF is the first to get full approval from SEBI.

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Conclusion

Quant Mutual Fund’s QSIF is a game-changer in India’s investment space. It opens the door for high-net-worth individuals to access advanced investment strategies with better tax efficiency and SEBI-regulated safety. With more AMCs expected to follow, SIFs may soon become a key part of the Indian wealth management industry.

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