Loan Against Securities (LAS)

Loan Against Securities (LAS) in Mutual Funds is a facility offered by banks and NBFCs that allows investors to borrow money by pledging their mutual fund units as collateral, instead of redeeming them. It’s a way to unlock liquidity without disturbing your investment portfolio.

Benefits of LAS:

  • No need to sell your investments
  • Continue to earn returns/dividends
  • Instant liquidity for emergencies or opportunities
  • Flexible repayment

Use Cases:

  • Short-term business needs
  • Paying for large expenses without liquidating long-term investments.

Key Features of LAS in Mutual Funds

Feature

Details

Eligible Securities

Equity and hybrid mutual fund schemes (mostly)

Loan Amount

50%–80% of fund value (varies by fund type & lender)

Tenure

Usually up to 6–84 months

Interest Rate

Approx Flat 6-7% or Reducing 12%

Disbursal Time

Quick – within 24 to 48 hours

Repayment

EMI

Example : EMI calculation for 1 Lakh Loan