Description

ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company announces the resumption of subscriptions in ICICI Prudential Smallcap Fund effective January 23, 2026, with all investment restrictions withdrawn.

Summary

ICICI Prudential Trust Limited has approved the resumption of subscriptions in ICICI Prudential Smallcap Fund effective January 23, 2026. All previous restrictions on investment amounts at PAN level have been withdrawn, and the AMC will now accept fresh and additional purchases through all modes including lump sum, systematic investment plans (SIP), and systematic transfer plans (STP).

Key Points

  • Subscriptions in ICICI Prudential Smallcap Fund resume from January 23, 2026
  • All PAN-level investment amount restrictions have been withdrawn
  • Fresh and additional purchases through lump sum mode accepted
  • Switch-in transactions to the scheme permitted
  • Fresh registrations through SIP and STP allowed
  • All transaction modes operational from the effective date
  • Notice dated January 21, 2026 (Notice No. 009/01/2026)

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is an operational decision by the Trustee to resume subscriptions in the scheme after a period of restricted investment.

Compliance Requirements

  • Investors are requested to periodically review and update their KYC details including mobile number and email ID
  • All scheme related documents must be read carefully as mutual fund investments are subject to market risks
  • The notice-cum-addendum forms an integral part of the SID, KIM and addenda of the Scheme

Important Dates

  • January 21, 2026: Notice issued
  • January 23, 2026: Effective date for resumption of subscriptions

Impact Assessment

The resumption of subscriptions positively impacts investors seeking exposure to smallcap equities through ICICI Prudential Smallcap Fund. The removal of PAN-level investment restrictions provides full flexibility for fresh investments, additional purchases, and systematic investment methods. This reopening allows new investors to enter the fund and existing investors to increase their holdings without limitations. The move indicates the AMC’s confidence in managing fund flows while maintaining the scheme’s investment objectives.

Impact Justification

Affects investors of ICICI Prudential Smallcap Fund by reopening subscription opportunities after previous restrictions. Medium impact as it relates to a specific mutual fund scheme rather than broader market operations.