Firm profile

Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited

MUMBAI, IndiaCRD 317952Registration Status: ApprovedEffective since April 13, 2023SEC # 801-127639Latest ADV June 30, 2026

Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited is an SEC registered investment adviser organized as a corporation with a primary office location in Mumbai, India. Its latest Form ADV filing, dated June 30, 2026, reports $18.5B in regulatory assets under management, 214 employees, 4 offices, and 1,845 accounts.

Assets Under Management
$18.5B
Employees
214
Offices
4 offices
Total Clients
1,845

Associated firm names

2 names listed
  • KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED
  • KOTAK INVESTMENT ADVISORS LIMITED

Leadership

2 roles identified
CCOSanjay S. Mitra
COORajeev N. Saptarshi

Advisory services offered

1 types reported
Other advisory services

Fee models offered

1 types reported
Asset based fees

Offices & Contact

Primary office

MUMBAI, India

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Primary office regionOther reported regions

Shading shows states and countries with reported offices. Cities are listed below; shading does not indicate service coverage.

India

MUMBAIPrimary office · AHMEDABAD · BANGALORE · NEW DELHI

4 office records listed · 4 total offices reported. Counts can use different reporting dates. SEC filers may list only their largest 25 additional offices.

Contact and digital presence

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Regulatory Assets Under Management Breakdown

Total regulatory assets under management$18.5Bas of June 30, 2026
Discretionary20.6%
$3.8B
21% of total RAUM20.6%
Non-discretionary79.4%
$14.7B
79% of total RAUM79.4%
Regulatory assets under management are split between discretionary and non-discretionary assets.

Client Coverage Demographics

Top client segmentHNWI represent 64.0% of total clients.
Top client categories% of clientsClients
1
HNWI
64.0%
1,181
2
Corporations
34.5%
637
3
Pooled Investment Vehicles
1.5%
27

Assets under management Growth by Quarter

Quarterly points use the latest ADV filing or SEC roster snapshot available in each quarter.

Total AUM$18.5B
Total Accounts1,845
10Y AUM Change+$7.0B (+60.6%)

Private Funds

Private funds reported by Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited

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Employee Growth by Quarter

Quarterly points use the latest ADV filing or SEC roster snapshot available in each quarter.

Total Employees214
Clients per Employee9:1
10Y Employee Change-43 (-16.7%)

Historical AUM and employee figures reflect available SEC Form ADV filings under this CRD. Filing gaps may reflect registration status changes, dormant periods, state registration periods, firm restructuring, or other reporting changes. Rialytix does not interpolate missing periods.


Ownership

Reported direct and indirect ownership ranges

Each range applies to a separate reported relationship and should not be added together.

Reported ownership ranges

Highlighted bands show the percentage range reported in Form ADV.

0%25%50%75%100%
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDDirect owner · Schedule AInterest in KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED
50% to < 75%
KOTAK MAHINDRA CAPITAL COMPANY LIMITEDDirect owner · Schedule AInterest in KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED
25% to < 50%
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKIndirect owner · Schedule BInterest in KOTAK MAHINDRA CAPITAL COMPANY LIMITED
75%+
UDAY SURESH KOTAKIndirect owner · Schedule BInterest in KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
25% to < 50%

Bars represent the reported range at that individual ownership step, not an estimated percentage of the advisory firm. Indirect relationships may refer to intermediate entities rather than directly to Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited.

Reported ownership and control details

Form ADV · Filing date 2026-06-30 · Schedules A and B

13 entries
#Owner / person & roleInterest in entityReported interestControl personTitle / status acquiredSource
1KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDMEMBERForeign entityKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED50% to less than 75%Code DYesMEMBER03/1994Schedule APDF page 51
2KOTAK MAHINDRA CAPITAL COMPANY LIMITEDMEMBERForeign entityKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED25% to less than 50%Code CYesMEMBER03/1994Schedule APDF page 51
3Subramanian NMN SriniwasanMANAGING DIRECTORIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesMANAGING DIRECTOR01/2017Schedule APDF page 51
4Dipak NMN GuptaDIRECTORIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesDIRECTOR03/2016Schedule APDF page 51
5Oisharya nmn DasDIRECTORIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesDIRECTOR08/2019Schedule APDF page 51
6Gaurang nmn ShahDIRECTORIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesDIRECTOR05/2019Schedule APDF page 51
7Rajeev nmn SaptarshiCHIEF OPERATING OFFICER & WHOLE-TIME DIRECTORIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesCHIEF OPERATING OFFICER & WHOLE-TIME DIRECTOR08/2022Schedule APDF page 51
8Jaideep NMN HansrajDIRECTORIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesDIRECTOR03/2024Schedule APDF page 51
9Sanjay Surajit MitraCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICERIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER04/2025Schedule APDF page 51
10TEJAL APOORVA SHAHPRINCIPAL OFFICERIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesPRINCIPAL OFFICER04/2026Schedule APDF page 51
11Eshwar KarraDEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTORIndividualKOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITEDLess than 5%Code NAYesDEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR06/2025Schedule APDF page 51
12KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKMEMBERForeign entityKOTAK MAHINDRA CAPITAL COMPANY LIMITED75% or moreCode EYesMEMBER07/1995Schedule BPDF page 52
13UDAY SURESH KOTAKSHAREHOLDERIndividualKOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED25% to less than 50%Code CYesSHAREHOLDER11/1985Schedule BPDF page 52

Less than 5% may include zero. Code F identifies a role without specifying a percentage. Reported interests may overlap and may not include every owner. Total indirect ownership is not calculated.

Compliance & Disclosures

Filing dated 6/30/2026 8:47:19 PM

Responses were selected by the RIA in its filing. Questions are shortened for readability; “you” refers to the reporting firm, and some questions also cover advisory affiliates.

RIA or supervised-person involvementThe RIA reported that none of the events below involve the firm or its supervised persons.RIA responseNo
AFelonies2 No

In the past ten years, have you or any advisory affiliate:

  • A1Been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a felony?No
  • A2Been charged with a felony?No
BMisdemeanors2 No

In the past ten years, have you or any advisory affiliate:

  • B1Been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a misdemeanor involving investments, an investment-related business, fraud, false statements or omissions, wrongful taking of property, bribery, perjury, forgery, counterfeiting, or extortion?No
  • B2Been charged with a misdemeanor of the kind listed above?No
CSEC or CFTC actions5 No

Has the SEC or CFTC ever:

  • C1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?No
  • C2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated SEC or CFTC regulations or statutes?No
  • C3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
  • C4Entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?No
  • C5Imposed a civil money penalty on you or an advisory affiliate, or ordered you or an advisory affiliate to cease and desist from any activity?No
DOther regulatory actions2 Yes3 No

Has any other federal regulatory agency, state regulatory agency, or foreign financial regulatory authority ever:

  • D1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission, or was dishonest, unfair, or unethical?No
  • D2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated investment-related regulations or statutes?Yes
  • D3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
  • D4In the past ten years, entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?Yes
  • D5Denied, suspended, or revoked your or an advisory affiliate’s registration or license, or otherwise prevented association with an investment-related business or restricted activities?No
ESelf-regulatory organization actions4 No

Has a self-regulatory organization or commodities exchange ever:

  • E1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?No
  • E2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated its rules, other than a violation designated as a minor rule violation under an SEC-approved plan?No
  • E3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
  • E4Disciplined you or an advisory affiliate by expulsion, suspension, barring association with other members, or otherwise restricting activities?No
FProfessional authorizations1 No
  • FHas an authorization to act as an attorney, accountant, or federal contractor granted to you or an advisory affiliate ever been revoked or suspended?No
GPending regulatory proceedings1 No
  • GAre you or any advisory affiliate now the subject of a regulatory proceeding that could result in a “Yes” answer to any part of C, D, or E?No
HCivil judicial actions and proceedings4 No

(1) Court actions

Has a domestic or foreign court:

  • H(1)(a)In the past ten years, enjoined you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?No
  • H(1)(b)Found that you or an advisory affiliate violated investment-related statutes or regulations?No
  • H(1)(c)Dismissed, pursuant to a settlement agreement, an investment-related civil action brought against you or an advisory affiliate by a state or foreign financial regulatory authority?No

(2) Pending civil proceedings

  • H(2)Are you or any advisory affiliate now the subject of a civil proceeding that could result in a “Yes” answer to any part of H(1)?No
Additional DRP filings 20 source blocks

Verbatim excerpts from supporting DRP filings, which may concern the firm or advisory affiliates. Amounts retain their filed labels; no total or attribution is inferred.

regulatory · block 1KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDPDF pages 52–54
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 252,660.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

RBI CARRIED OUT A REVIEW OF INTERNAL CONTROL, COMPLIANCE SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES OF 39 BANKS IN INDIA IN APRIL2013 IN RELATION TO AML/KYC REQUIREMENTS. WITH RESPECT TO KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED (KMBL), RBI HELD THAT THE RISK SCORING MODEL WAS NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS. RBI ALSO FOUND IN 5 CASES (OUT OFABOUT 13000 TRANSACTIONS), KMBL HAD SOLD GOLD TO CUSTOMERS IN CASH TRANSACTIONS EXCEEDING THE PRESCRIBED LIMIT OF INR 50,000. RBI ALSO NOTED KMBL HAD NOT OBTAINED THE TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WITH RESPECT TO 3 TRANSACTIONS (OUT OF 738 TRANSACTIONS) UNDER A PRESCRIBED REMITTANCE SCHEME. A FINE OF INR15.01 MILLION WAS LEVIED ON KMBL WHICH WAS PAID ON 22 JULY 2013. KMBL, BEING A LISTED COMPANY ON THE EXCHANGES OF INDIA, DISCLOSED THIS MATTER IN ITS ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2013-14.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

RESERVE BANK OF INDIA ALLEGED THAT KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED, (I) DID NOT CATEGORISE GOLD / BULLION DEALERS, JEWELLERS AND TRUST RELATIONSHIPS AS HIGH RISK ACCOUNTS FROM THE ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING PERSPECTIVE, (II) SOLD GOLD TO 5 CUSTOMERS IN CASH TRANSACTIONS EXCEEDING THE PRESCRIBED LIMIT OF INR 50,000, AND (III) FAILED TO OBTAIN THE TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER FROM THREE CUSTOMERS.

Sanction detail — filed text

A FINE OF INR 15.01 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO US$252660 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PAID IN FULL.(INR/USD RATE USED 59.4080 AS AT 22 JULY 2013).
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):

p
( )
y(
)
g
(
)
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
06/07/2013
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Debt - Government
Other Product Types: 
SAVINGS ACCOUNTS, SALE OF GOLD AND REMITTANCES
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA ALLEGED THAT KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED, (I) DID NOT CATEGORISE GOLD / BULLION DEALERS, JEWELLERS AND TRUST RELATIONSHIPS AS
HIGH RISK ACCOUNTS FROM THE ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING PERSPECTIVE, (II) SOLD GOLD TO 5 CUSTOMERS IN CASH TRANSACTIONS EXCEEDING THE PRESCRIBED LIMIT
OF INR 50,000, AND (III) FAILED TO OBTAIN THE TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER FROM THREE CUSTOMERS.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.

10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
07/22/2013
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 252,660.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
A FINE OF INR 15.01 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO US$252660 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PAID IN FULL.(INR/USD RATE USED 59.4080 AS AT 22 JULY 2013).
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
RBI CARRIED OUT A REVIEW OF INTERNAL CONTROL, COMPLIANCE SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES OF 39 BANKS IN INDIA IN APRIL2013 IN RELATION TO AML/KYC
REQUIREMENTS. WITH RESPECT TO KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED (KMBL), RBI HELD THAT THE RISK SCORING MODEL WAS NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH REGULATORY
REQUIREMENTS. RBI ALSO FOUND IN 5 CASES (OUT OFABOUT 13000 TRANSACTIONS), KMBL HAD SOLD GOLD TO CUSTOMERS IN CASH TRANSACTIONS EXCEEDING THE
PRESCRIBED LIMIT OF INR 50,000. RBI ALSO NOTED KMBL HAD NOT OBTAINED THE TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WITH RESPECT TO 3 TRANSACTIONS (OUT OF 738
TRANSACTIONS) UNDER A PRESCRIBED REMITTANCE SCHEME. A FINE OF INR15.01 MILLION WAS LEVIED ON KMBL WHICH WAS PAID ON 22 JULY 2013. KMBL, BEING A
LISTED COMPANY ON THE EXCHANGES OF INDIA, DISCLOSED THIS MATTER IN ITS ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2013-14.
regulatory · block 2KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITEDPDF pages 54–56
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 1,549.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

IRDA HAD NOTED THAT EXIDE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY HAD PAID INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITY CHARGES TO THE ING VYSYABANK (WHICH MERGED WITH KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED ON 1 APRIL 2015) DURING 2013-14 AND IRDA FOUND THAT IT IS IN VIOLATION OF CLAUSE 21 OF THE GUIDELINES ON LICENSING OF CORPORATE AGENTS (DATED 14.7.2015) AND SECTION 40 OF INSURANCE ACT 1938 AS THE AMOUNT PAID HAD EXCEEDED THE LIMIT OF EXPENDITURE ON COMMISSION STIPULATED UNDER SEC 40A OF THE INSURANCE ACT. KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED HAD REPRESENTED THAT THE BANK HAD NEVER VIOLATEDTHE PROVISIONS OF ACT NOR ANY ADVERSE REMARKS WERE IDENTIFIED BY IRDA DURING THE INSPECTION OF THE AGENCY OFTHE BANK AND SINCE THIS CASE PERTAINED TO PAYMENTS MADE PRIOR TO THE MERGER OF ING VYSYA BANK WITH KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED, THE BANK MAY NOT BE PENALISED. HOWEVER IRDA MAINTAINED THAT IT IS A VIOLATION OF THE ACT AND HENCE NEED TO BE DEALT ACCORDINGLY AND LEVIED A FINE OF INR 0.1 MILLION.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

THE INSURANCE REGULATORY AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (IRDA) OF INDIA HAD NOTED THAT EXIDE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY HAD PAID INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITY CHARGES TO THE ING VYSYA BANK (WHICH MERGED WITH KOTAK MAHINDRABANK LIMITED ON APRIL, 1 2015) DURING 2013-14 AND IRDA FOUND THAT IT IS IN VIOLATION OF CLAUSE 21 OF THE GUIDELINES ON LICENSING OF CORPORATE AGENTS (DATED 14.7.2015) AND SECTION 40 OF INSURANCE ACT 1938 AS THE AMOUNT PAID HAD EXCEEDED THE LIMIT OF EXPENDITURE ON COMMISSION STIPULATED UNDER SEC 40 A OF THE INSURANCE ACT.

Sanction detail — filed text

A FINE OF INDIAN RUPEES 0.1 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO USD 1549.90 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PAID INFULL (USD/INR RATE USED 64.52 AS AT 19TH FEBRUARY 2018)
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No

Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
02/19/2018
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Insurance
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE INSURANCE REGULATORY AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (IRDA) OF INDIA HAD NOTED THAT EXIDE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY HAD PAID INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITY
CHARGES TO THE ING VYSYA BANK (WHICH MERGED WITH KOTAK MAHINDRABANK LIMITED ON APRIL, 1 2015) DURING 2013-14 AND IRDA FOUND THAT IT IS IN VIOLATION
OF CLAUSE 21 OF THE GUIDELINES ON LICENSING OF CORPORATE AGENTS (DATED 14.7.2015) AND SECTION 40 OF INSURANCE ACT 1938 AS THE AMOUNT PAID HAD
EXCEEDED THE LIMIT OF EXPENDITURE ON COMMISSION STIPULATED UNDER SEC 40 A OF THE INSURANCE ACT.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
03/05/2018
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 1,549.00

 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
A FINE OF INDIAN RUPEES 0.1 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO USD 1549.90 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PAID INFULL (USD/INR RATE USED 64.52 AS AT 19TH
FEBRUARY 2018)
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
IRDA HAD NOTED THAT EXIDE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY HAD PAID INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITY CHARGES TO THE ING VYSYABANK (WHICH MERGED WITH KOTAK MAHINDRA
BANK LIMITED ON 1 APRIL 2015) DURING 2013-14 AND IRDA FOUND THAT IT IS IN VIOLATION OF CLAUSE 21 OF THE GUIDELINES ON LICENSING OF CORPORATE AGENTS
(DATED 14.7.2015) AND SECTION 40 OF INSURANCE ACT 1938 AS THE AMOUNT PAID HAD EXCEEDED THE LIMIT OF EXPENDITURE ON COMMISSION STIPULATED UNDER SEC
40A OF THE INSURANCE ACT. KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED HAD REPRESENTED THAT THE BANK HAD NEVER VIOLATEDTHE PROVISIONS OF ACT NOR ANY ADVERSE
REMARKS WERE IDENTIFIED BY IRDA DURING THE INSPECTION OF THE AGENCY OFTHE BANK AND SINCE THIS CASE PERTAINED TO PAYMENTS MADE PRIOR TO THE MERGER
OF ING VYSYA BANK WITH KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED, THE BANK MAY NOT BE PENALISED. HOWEVER IRDA MAINTAINED THAT IT IS A VIOLATION OF THE ACT AND
HENCE NEED TO BE DEALT ACCORDINGLY AND LEVIED A FINE OF INR 0.1 MILLION.
regulatory · block 3KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITEDPDF pages 56–58
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 27,898.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

THE RBI HAD IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR20 LAKH ( INR 2 MILLION) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD IN FEBRUARY 2019 FOR KYC DEFICIENCIES FOUND IN OPENING ONE SAVINGS ACCOUNT OPENED IN THE YEAR 2010. THIS WAS A CASE OF FAILURE OF THE PERSONNEL IN MEETING THE CUSTOMER BEFORE OPENING THE ACCOUNT. AS PER THE BANK'S PROCESSES IT IS MANDATORY TO MEET THE CUSTOMER BEFORE ON-BOARDING THE CUSTOMER. IN THE CITED CASE, BRANCH PERSONNEL HAD VISITED THE HOUSE OF THE CUSTOMER BUT DID NOT MEET THE CUSTOMER AND HAD CERTIFIED THAT THEY MET THE CUSTOMER. ACTION HAS ALREADY BEEN TAKEN ON THE ERRANT EMPLOYEE AND THE PROCESS HAS BEEN REITERATED FOR STRICTER COMPLIANCE.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI) HAD IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR 20 LAKH (INR 2 MILLION) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED IN FEBRUARY 2019 FOR KNOW YOUR CUSTOMER (KYC) DEFICIENCIES FOUND IN OPENING ONE SAVINGS ACCOUNT OPENED IN THE YEAR 2010.

Sanction detail — filed text

A FINE OF INR 2 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO USD 27898 WAS LEVIED BY THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA WHICH WAS PAID INFULL. (USD/INR RATE USED 71.69 AS AT 4TH FEBRUARY 2019)
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 

B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
02/04/2019
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types: 
KYC
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI) HAD IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR 20 LAKH (INR 2 MILLION) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED IN FEBRUARY 2019 FOR KNOW YOUR
CUSTOMER (KYC) DEFICIENCIES FOUND IN OPENING ONE SAVINGS ACCOUNT OPENED IN THE YEAR 2010.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
02/14/2019
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 27,898.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
A FINE OF INR 2 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO USD 27898 WAS LEVIED BY THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA WHICH WAS PAID INFULL. (USD/INR RATE USED 71.69 AS AT 4TH
FEBRUARY 2019)

13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
THE RBI HAD IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR20 LAKH ( INR 2 MILLION) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD IN FEBRUARY 2019 FOR KYC DEFICIENCIES FOUND IN OPENING ONE
SAVINGS ACCOUNT OPENED IN THE YEAR 2010. THIS WAS A CASE OF FAILURE OF THE PERSONNEL IN MEETING THE CUSTOMER BEFORE OPENING THE ACCOUNT. AS PER
THE BANK'S PROCESSES IT IS MANDATORY TO MEET THE CUSTOMER BEFORE ON-BOARDING THE CUSTOMER. IN THE CITED CASE, BRANCH PERSONNEL HAD VISITED THE
HOUSE OF THE CUSTOMER BUT DID NOT MEET THE CUSTOMER AND HAD CERTIFIED THAT THEY MET THE CUSTOMER. ACTION HAS ALREADY BEEN TAKEN ON THE ERRANT
EMPLOYEE AND THE PROCESS HAS BEEN REITERATED FOR STRICTER COMPLIANCE.
regulatory · block 4PDF pages 58–60
Regulator name — filed text
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ("SEBI")

Action status / disposition — filed text

THE SAT HEARING FOR SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 AND JUNE 30, 2022 HAS BEEN ADJOURNED TO MARCH 20, 2023.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

SEBI ISSUED SCN UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B (2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ WITH PROVISIONS OF SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996 ALLEGING THAT ON MATURITY DATE OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 127 AND 183, CLOSE ENDED DEBT SCHEMES, INVESTORS WERE NOT PAID FULL PROCEEDS ON THE DECLARED NET ASSET VALUE(NAV) DUE TO PENDING RECOVERY OF DUES FROM THE PORTFOLIO COMPANY I.E. ESSEL GROUP OF COMPANIES. KMAMC VIDE ITSLETTER DATED AUGUST 29, 2019, HAD FILED ITS REPLY TO THE AFORESAID SCNS. SUBSEQUENTLY, SEBI SERVED A SCN VIDE ITSLETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2020/13217/1 DATED AUGUST 13, 2020 IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 187, 189,193 AND 194, ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B(2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READRULE 4 (1) OF THE SEBI (PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTIES) RULES, 1995 FOR INQUIRY ANDIMPOSING PENALTY UNDER SECTIONS 15D (B) AND 15 HB OF THE ACT READ WITH PROVISIONS OF THE SEBI (MUTUAL FUNDS)REGULATIONS, 1996, SEBI VIDE ITS ORDER NO. WTM/SM/IMD/IMD-I DOF2/13158/2021-22 DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 HAS ISSUED CERTAIN DIRECTIONS AND IMPOSED PENALTY ON KMAMC. FURTHER, IT WAS DIRECTED THAT: A.KMAMC SHALL REFUND A PART OF THE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT AND ADVISORY FEES COLLECTED FROM THE UNIT HOLDERS OF THE AFORESAID SIX FMP SCHEMES, EQUIVALENT TO THE PERCENTAGE OF EXPOSURE TO THE ZCNCDS OF THE ISSUERS IN THE RESPECTIVE SCHEMES AS ON THE DATE OF MATURITY OF THE SIX FMP SCHEMES, ALONG WITH A SIMPLE INTEREST AT THE RATE OF 15% PER ANNUM FROM THE DATE OF MATURITY OF SUCH SCHEMES TILL THE DATE OF ACTUAL PAYMENT TO THE RESPECTIVE UNIT HOLDERS OF THE SAID SCHEMES. B.SEBI HAS IMPOSED A MONETARY PENALTIES OF INR 50,00,000 (RUPEES FIFTY LAKHS ONLY/-) ON KMAMC UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 15D(B) AND 15 HB FOR THE VIOLATIONS OF THE PROVISIONS OF SEBI ACT, 1992, MF REGULATIONS,1996 AS WELL AS VARIOUS CIRCULARS. C.KMAMC HAS BEEN ALSO RESTRAINED FROM LAUNCHING ANY NEW FMP SCHEME FOR APERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SEBI ORDER. THE BOARD OF KMAMC HAD FILED AN APPEAL BEFORE THE SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL AGAINST THE SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021. THE SAT HEARING WAS HELD ON OCTOBER 21, 2021AND HAS GRANTED THE FOLLOWING INTERIM RELIEF ON THE SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 PASSED ON KMAMC. D. STAYON DIRECTION ISSUED TO REFUND A PART OF THE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT AND ADVISORY FEES COLLECTED BY THE APPELLANT FROM THE UNIT HOLDERS. UNDERTAKING TO BE SUBMITTED TO SEBI THAT IN CASE OF AN ADVERSE ORDER AT SAT,THE REFUND OF ABOVE MENTIONED FEES SHALL BE MADE BY KOTAK AMC WITHIN 2 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SAT ORDER . B.DEPOSIT 20 LACS WITH SEBI, IN AN INTEREST BEARING ACCOUNT TILL OUTCOME OF FINAL SAT ORDER. C. WE INFORMED SAT THAT WE WILL ADHERE TO THE SEBI ORDER RESTRAINING FROM LAUNCHING ANY NEW FMP SCHEME FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SEBI ORDER UNDERTAKING WAS SUBMITTED BY KMAMC TO SEBI ON NOVEMBER 17, 2021 AND DEPOSIT OF RS.20 LACS WAS MADE WITH SEBI ON NOVEMBER 16, 2021. KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEE COMPANY LIMITED (TRUSTEE COMPANY) AND FEW EMPLOYEES AND DIRECTOR OF KMAMC HAD BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE BY SEBI DATEDMAY 31, 2019 IN THE MATTER OF FMP SERIES 127 AND 183, SHOW CAUSE NOTICE DATED OCTOBER 12, 2020 IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 187, 189, 193 AND 194 AND SUPPLEMENTARY SCN DATED MAY 06, 2022 SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B(2) OFSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ RULE 4 (1) OF THE SEBI ( PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTIES) RULES, 1995 FOR INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTY UNDER SECTIONS 15D (B) AND 15 HB OF THEACT READ WITH PROVISIONS OF THE SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996. SUBSEQUENTLY, SEBI VIDE ITS ORDER NO.ORDER/SM/AE/2022-23/17536-17542 DATED JUNE 30, 2022 HAS IMPOSED PENALTY ON KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEE COMPANY LIMITED AND FEW EMPLOYEES OF KMAMC. KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEE COMPANY LIMITED AND FEW EMPLOYEES OF KMAMC AREIN PROCESS TO FILE AN APPEAL BEFORE THE SECURITIES.
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Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEE COMPANY
LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
CRD
Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET
MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No

NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ("SEBI")
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
05/10/2019
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED ("KMAMC") AND KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEE COMPANY LIMITED
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types: 
MUTUAL FUNDS
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
SEBI ISSUED SCN UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B (2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ WITH PROVISIONS OF SEBI (MUTUAL FUND)
REGULATIONS, 1996 ALLEGING THAT ON MATURITY DATE OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 127 AND 183, CLOSE ENDED DEBT SCHEMES, INVESTORS WERE NOT PAID FULL PROCEEDS
ON THE DECLARED NET ASSET VALUE(NAV) DUE TO PENDING RECOVERY OF DUES FROM THE PORTFOLIO COMPANY I.E. ESSEL GROUP OF COMPANIES. KMAMC VIDE
ITSLETTER DATED AUGUST 29, 2019, HAD FILED ITS REPLY TO THE AFORESAID SCNS. SUBSEQUENTLY, SEBI SERVED A SCN VIDE ITSLETTER NO.
SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2020/13217/1 DATED AUGUST 13, 2020 IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 187, 189,193 AND 194, ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND
11B(2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READRULE 4 (1) OF THE SEBI (PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTIES) RULES,
1995 FOR INQUIRY ANDIMPOSING PENALTY UNDER SECTIONS 15D (B) AND 15 HB OF THE ACT READ WITH PROVISIONS OF THE SEBI (MUTUAL FUNDS)REGULATIONS, 1996,
SEBI VIDE ITS ORDER NO. WTM/SM/IMD/IMD-I DOF2/13158/2021-22 DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 HAS ISSUED CERTAIN DIRECTIONS AND IMPOSED PENALTY ON KMAMC.
FURTHER, IT WAS DIRECTED THAT: A.KMAMC SHALL REFUND A PART OF THE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT AND ADVISORY FEES COLLECTED FROM THE UNIT HOLDERS OF THE
AFORESAID SIX FMP SCHEMES, EQUIVALENT TO THE PERCENTAGE OF EXPOSURE TO THE ZCNCDS OF THE ISSUERS IN THE RESPECTIVE SCHEMES AS ON THE DATE OF
MATURITY OF THE SIX FMP SCHEMES, ALONG WITH A SIMPLE INTEREST AT THE RATE OF 15% PER ANNUM FROM THE DATE OF MATURITY OF SUCH SCHEMES TILL THE DATE
OF ACTUAL PAYMENT TO THE RESPECTIVE UNIT HOLDERS OF THE SAID SCHEMES. B.SEBI HAS IMPOSED A MONETARY PENALTIES OF INR 50,00,000 (RUPEES FIFTY LAKHS
ONLY/-) ON KMAMC UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 15D(B) AND 15 HB FOR THE VIOLATIONS OF THE PROVISIONS OF SEBI ACT, 1992, MF REGULATIONS,1996 AS
WELL AS VARIOUS CIRCULARS. C.KMAMC HAS BEEN ALSO RESTRAINED FROM LAUNCHING ANY NEW FMP SCHEME FOR APERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SEBI
ORDER. THE BOARD OF KMAMC HAD FILED AN APPEAL BEFORE THE SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL AGAINST THE SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021. THE SAT HEARING
WAS HELD ON OCTOBER 21, 2021AND HAS GRANTED THE FOLLOWING INTERIM RELIEF ON THE SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 PASSED ON KMAMC. D. STAYON
DIRECTION ISSUED TO REFUND A PART OF THE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT AND ADVISORY FEES COLLECTED BY THE APPELLANT FROM THE UNIT HOLDERS. UNDERTAKING TO
BE SUBMITTED TO SEBI THAT IN CASE OF AN ADVERSE ORDER AT SAT,THE REFUND OF ABOVE MENTIONED FEES SHALL BE MADE BY KOTAK AMC WITHIN 2 MONTHS FROM
THE DATE OF SAT ORDER . B.DEPOSIT 20 LACS WITH SEBI, IN AN INTEREST BEARING ACCOUNT TILL OUTCOME OF FINAL SAT ORDER. C. WE INFORMED SAT THAT WE WILL
ADHERE TO THE SEBI ORDER RESTRAINING FROM LAUNCHING ANY NEW FMP SCHEME FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SEBI ORDER UNDERTAKING WAS
SUBMITTED BY KMAMC TO SEBI ON NOVEMBER 17, 2021 AND DEPOSIT OF RS.20 LACS WAS MADE WITH SEBI ON NOVEMBER 16, 2021. KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEE COMPANY
LIMITED (TRUSTEE COMPANY) AND FEW EMPLOYEES AND DIRECTOR OF KMAMC HAD BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE BY SEBI DATEDMAY 31, 2019 IN THE MATTER OF
FMP SERIES 127 AND 183, SHOW CAUSE NOTICE DATED OCTOBER 12, 2020 IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 187, 189, 193 AND 194 AND SUPPLEMENTARY SCN
DATED MAY 06, 2022 SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B(2) OFSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ RULE 4 (1) OF THE SEBI ( PROCEDURE FOR
HOLDING INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTIES) RULES, 1995 FOR INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTY UNDER SECTIONS 15D (B) AND 15 HB OF THEACT READ WITH
PROVISIONS OF THE SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996. SUBSEQUENTLY, SEBI VIDE ITS ORDER NO.ORDER/SM/AE/2022-23/17536-17542 DATED JUNE 30, 2022 HAS
IMPOSED PENALTY ON KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEE COMPANY LIMITED AND FEW EMPLOYEES OF KMAMC. KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEE COMPANY LIMITED AND FEW
EMPLOYEES OF KMAMC AREIN PROCESS TO FILE AN APPEAL BEFORE THE SECURITIES.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
 Exact
 Explanation

If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
THE SAT HEARING FOR SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 AND JUNE 30, 2022 HAS BEEN ADJOURNED TO MARCH 20, 2023.
regulatory · block 5KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDPDF pages 60–62
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 131,250.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Other

Action status / disposition — filed text

RBI VIDE ITS LETTER DATED JULY 4, 2022 HAS LEVIED A PENALTY OF INR 10.50 MILLION (USD 131250) FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT: ? INR 3 MILLION (USD 37500) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON 'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC BANKING TRANSACTIONS. ?INR 3 MILLION(USD 37500) FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF SUB-SECTION (2) OF SECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME' 2014 ?INR 4.50 MILLION (USD 56250) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITAL MARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND ,LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

RBI VIDE ITS LETTER DATED JULY 4, 2022 HAS LEVIED A PENALTY OF INR 10.50 MILLION (USD 131250) FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT: ? INR 3 MILLION (USD 37500) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON 'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC BANKING TRANSACTIONS. ?INR 3 MILLION(USD 37500) FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF SUB-SECTION (2) OF SECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME' 2014 ?INR 4.50 MILLION (USD 56250) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITAL MARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND ,LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS

Sanction detail — filed text

RBI VIDE ITS LETTER DATED JULY 4, 2022 HAS LEVIED A PENALTY OF INR 10.50 MILLION (USD 131250) FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT: ?INR 3 MILLION (USD 37500) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON 'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC BANKINGTRANSACTIONS. ?INR 3 MILLION (USD 37500) FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF SUB-SECTION (2) OFSECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME'2014 ?INR 4.50 MILLION (USD 56250) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITALMARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND ,LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 

B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
07/04/2022
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
RBI VIDE ITS LETTER DATED JULY 4, 2022 HAS LEVIED A PENALTY OF INR 10.50 MILLION (USD 131250) FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT: ?
INR 3 MILLION (USD 37500) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON 'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC
BANKING TRANSACTIONS. ?INR 3 MILLION(USD 37500) FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF SUB-SECTION (2) OF SECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH
PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME' 2014 ?INR 4.50 MILLION (USD 56250) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON
BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITAL MARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND ,LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Other
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
07/04/2022
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 131,250.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
RBI VIDE ITS LETTER DATED JULY 4, 2022 HAS LEVIED A PENALTY OF INR 10.50 MILLION (USD 131250) FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING
PROVISIONS/ACT: ?INR 3 MILLION (USD 37500) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON 'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN

UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC BANKINGTRANSACTIONS. ?INR 3 MILLION (USD 37500) FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF SUB-SECTION (2) OFSECTION 26A
OF THE ACT READ WITH PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME'2014 ?INR 4.50 MILLION (USD 56250) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE
WITH DIRECTIONS ON BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITALMARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND ,LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
RBI VIDE ITS LETTER DATED JULY 4, 2022 HAS LEVIED A PENALTY OF INR 10.50 MILLION (USD 131250) FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT: ?
INR 3 MILLION (USD 37500) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON 'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC
BANKING TRANSACTIONS. ?INR 3 MILLION(USD 37500) FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF SUB-SECTION (2) OF SECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH
PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME' 2014 ?INR 4.50 MILLION (USD 56250) FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON
BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITAL MARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND ,LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS
regulatory · block 6KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDPDF pages 62–63
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI)
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 289,184.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI) HAS, BY AN ORDER DATED JUNE 06, 2019, IMPOSED A MONETARY PENALTY OF RS 2 CRORES(RS 20 MILLION) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED (THE BANK) FOR FAILURE TO FURNISH INFORMATION ABOUT DETAILS OF THE SHAREHOLDING HELD BY ITS PROMOTERS AND TO SUBMIT DETAILS OF THE PROPOSED COURSE OFACTION/PLANS/STRATEGY OF THE BANK FOR COMPLYING WITH THE PERMITTED TIMELINE FOR DILUTION OF PROMOTER SHAREHOLDING.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI) HAS, BY AN ORDER DATED JUNE 06, 2019, IMPOSED A MONETARY PENALTY OF INR 2 CRORES(RS 20 MILLION) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED (THE BANK) FOR FAILURE TO FURNISH INFORMATION ABOUT DETAILS OFTHE SHAREHOLDING HELD BY ITS PROMOTERS AND TO SUBMIT DETAILS OF THE PROPOSED COURSE OFACTION/PLANS/STRATEGY OF THE BANK FOR COMPLYING WITH THE PERMITTED TIMELINE FOR DILUTION OF PROMOTERSHAREHOLDING.

Sanction detail — filed text

A FINE OF INDIAN RUPEES 20 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO USD 289184 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PAID IN FULL(USD/INR RATE USED 69.16 AS AT 06TH JUNE 2019).
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Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:

SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI)
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
06/06/2019
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Other
Other Product Types: 
INFORMATION SUBMISSION
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI) HAS, BY AN ORDER DATED JUNE 06, 2019, IMPOSED A MONETARY PENALTY OF INR 2 CRORES(RS 20 MILLION) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK
LIMITED (THE BANK) FOR FAILURE TO FURNISH INFORMATION ABOUT DETAILS OFTHE SHAREHOLDING HELD BY ITS PROMOTERS AND TO SUBMIT DETAILS OF THE PROPOSED
COURSE OFACTION/PLANS/STRATEGY OF THE BANK FOR COMPLYING WITH THE PERMITTED TIMELINE FOR DILUTION OF PROMOTERSHAREHOLDING.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/19/2019
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 289,184.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
A FINE OF INDIAN RUPEES 20 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO USD 289184 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PAID IN FULL(USD/INR RATE USED 69.16 AS AT 06TH
JUNE 2019).
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI) HAS, BY AN ORDER DATED JUNE 06, 2019, IMPOSED A MONETARY PENALTY OF RS 2 CRORES(RS 20 MILLION) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK
LIMITED (THE BANK) FOR FAILURE TO FURNISH INFORMATION ABOUT DETAILS OF THE SHAREHOLDING HELD BY ITS PROMOTERS AND TO SUBMIT DETAILS OF THE PROPOSED
COURSE OFACTION/PLANS/STRATEGY OF THE BANK FOR COMPLYING WITH THE PERMITTED TIMELINE FOR DILUTION OF PROMOTER SHAREHOLDING.
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regulatory · block 7KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDPDF pages 63–65
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 155.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

IMPORTERS/EXPORTERS WHO WISH TO NET OFF THEIR RECEIVABLES/PAYABLES WITH THEIR OVERSEAS COUNTER PARTIES, NEEDTO OBTAIN RBI APPROVAL FOR SUCH NETTING. RBI GRANTED APPROVAL FOR NETTING OFF TRANSACTION SUBJECT TO THE TERMSAND CONDITIONS THEREIN, WHICH INTER-ALIA INCLUDED A CONDITION THAT KMBL SHOULD REPORT THE TRANSACTIONS ONGROSS BASIS IN RELEVANT RETURNS HOWEVER KMBL REPORTED THE TRANSACTION ON NET BASIS INSTEAD OF GROSS BASIS. HAVING EXAMINED THE MATTER, RBI IMPOSED A PENALTY ON KMBL OF INR 10000 (ABOUT USD 155) FOR THE ERROR IN REPORTING .
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI) ALLEGED THAT KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED IN REPORTED A FOREIGN EXCHANGE TRANSACTION ON NET BASIS INSTEAD OF GROSS BASIS, AS REQUIRED BY RBI.

Sanction detail — filed text

RBI IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR.10000/- (ABOUT USD 155) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED WHICH WAS PAID VIDE CHEQUE ON 21ST APRIL 2017.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
02/08/2017
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:

5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Banking Products (Other than CD(s))
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA (RBI) ALLEGED THAT KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED IN REPORTED A FOREIGN EXCHANGE TRANSACTION ON NET BASIS INSTEAD OF GROSS
BASIS, AS REQUIRED BY RBI.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/21/2017
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 155.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
RBI IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR.10000/- (ABOUT USD 155) ON KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED WHICH WAS PAID VIDE CHEQUE ON 21ST APRIL 2017.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
IMPORTERS/EXPORTERS WHO WISH TO NET OFF THEIR RECEIVABLES/PAYABLES WITH THEIR OVERSEAS COUNTER PARTIES, NEEDTO OBTAIN RBI APPROVAL FOR SUCH
NETTING. RBI GRANTED APPROVAL FOR NETTING OFF TRANSACTION SUBJECT TO THE TERMSAND CONDITIONS THEREIN, WHICH INTER-ALIA INCLUDED A CONDITION THAT
KMBL SHOULD REPORT THE TRANSACTIONS ONGROSS BASIS IN RELEVANT RETURNS HOWEVER KMBL REPORTED THE TRANSACTION ON NET BASIS INSTEAD OF GROSS
BASIS. HAVING EXAMINED THE MATTER, RBI IMPOSED A PENALTY ON KMBL OF INR 10000 (ABOUT USD 155) FOR THE ERROR IN REPORTING .
regulatory · block 8KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITEDPDF pages 65–67
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 8,000.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED'S ("KMBL") TREASURY FUNCTION HAD UNDERTAKEN A SUBSIDIARY GENERAL LEDGER ("SGL")BORROWING TRANSACTION IN BASKET REPO IN 182 DAY TREASURY BILLS FOR INR.200.78 CRORES (ABOUT $33 MILLION) ONAPRIL 13, 2016. HOWEVER THERE WAS AN ERROR BY KMBL'S TREASURY IN COMPUTING THE AVAILABLE SECURITIES BALANCERESULTING IN A SHORTFALL OF SECURITIES OF INR.91.42 CRORES (ABOUT $15 MILLION) IN THE SGL ACCOUNT OF KMBL WITHTHE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA. AFTER CONSIDERING KMBL'S EXPLANATION, RBI IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR 5 LAKH (ABOUT$8000) ON KMBL FOR THE SAID SGL BOUNCE.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA ALLEGED THAT IN RELATION TO A SECURITIES GENERAL LEDGER ("SGL") TRANSACTION IN BASKET REPO IN 182 DAY TREASURY BILLS CARRIED OUT BY KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED'S TREASURY DEPARTMENT, THERE WAS A SHORTAGE OF SECURITIES TO THE TUNE OF RS.91.42 CRORE (ABOUT US$ 15 MILLION.)

Sanction detail — filed text

A FINE OF INR 0.5 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO ABOUT $8,000 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA AND PAID IN FULL.
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Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.

PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
04/21/2016
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Debt - Government
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA ALLEGED THAT IN RELATION TO A SECURITIES GENERAL LEDGER ("SGL") TRANSACTION IN BASKET REPO IN 182 DAY TREASURY BILLS CARRIED
OUT BY KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED'S TREASURY DEPARTMENT, THERE WAS A SHORTAGE OF SECURITIES TO THE TUNE OF RS.91.42 CRORE (ABOUT US$ 15 MILLION.)
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.

10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
05/12/2016
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 8,000.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
A FINE OF INR 0.5 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO ABOUT $8,000 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA AND PAID IN FULL.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED'S ("KMBL") TREASURY FUNCTION HAD UNDERTAKEN A SUBSIDIARY GENERAL LEDGER ("SGL")BORROWING TRANSACTION IN BASKET REPO IN
182 DAY TREASURY BILLS FOR INR.200.78 CRORES (ABOUT $33 MILLION) ONAPRIL 13, 2016. HOWEVER THERE WAS AN ERROR BY KMBL'S TREASURY IN COMPUTING THE
AVAILABLE SECURITIES BALANCERESULTING IN A SHORTFALL OF SECURITIES OF INR.91.42 CRORES (ABOUT $15 MILLION) IN THE SGL ACCOUNT OF KMBL WITHTHE
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA. AFTER CONSIDERING KMBL'S EXPLANATION, RBI IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR 5 LAKH (ABOUT$8000) ON KMBL FOR THE SAID SGL BOUNCE.
regulatory · block 9KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITEDPDF pages 67–69
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 16,434.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA CONDUCTED A SCRUTINY OF THE BOOKS OF 12 BANKS DURING THE LAST QUARTER OF 2013 ONTHE PROCESS FOLLOWED IN THE MATTER OF LENDING TO DECCAN CHRONICLE HOLDINGS LIMITED (COMPANY). EVEN THOUGHKOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED (KMBL) WAS AWARE THAT THE COMPANY HAD CREDIT FACILITIES FROM OTHER BANKS, KMBLFAILED TO OBTAIN A NO-OBJECTION CERTIFICATE FROM OTHER BANKS BEFORE EXTENDING A LOAN TO THE COMPANY AND DIDNOT INFORM THE BANK THAT HAD PROVIDED WORKING CAPITAL FINANCE TO THE COMPANY ABOUT THE LOAN. RESERVE BANK OFINDIA LEVIED A FINE OF INR 1 MILLION ON KMBL FOR NOT FOLLOWING ITS GUIDELINES IN THE MATTER. KMBL BEING A PUBLICLISTED COMPANY ON THE EXCHANGES IN INDIA DISCLOSED THIS MATTER IN ITS ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2014-15.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA ALLEGED THAT KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED HAS FAILED TO OBTAIN A NO OBJECTIONCERTIFICATE FROM THREE BANKS THAT HAD ALREADY EXTENDED CREDIT FACILITIES TO DECCAN CHRONICLE HOLDINGS LIMITED(COMPANY) BEFORE EXTENDING A LOAN TO THE COMPANY AND FAILED TO INFORM THE BANK WHICH HAD PROVIDED WORKINGCAPITAL FINANCE TO THE COMPANY ABOUT THE LOAN.

Sanction detail — filed text

A PENALTY OF INDIAN RUPEES 1 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO US $16434 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PAID IN FULL(INR/USD RATE USED IS 60.8510 AS AT 1 AUGUST 2014).
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANKLIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)

This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
03/21/2014
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
Debt - Corporate
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA ALLEGED THAT KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED HAS FAILED TO OBTAIN A NO OBJECTIONCERTIFICATE FROM THREE BANKS THAT HAD ALREADY
EXTENDED CREDIT FACILITIES TO DECCAN CHRONICLE HOLDINGS LIMITED(COMPANY) BEFORE EXTENDING A LOAN TO THE COMPANY AND FAILED TO INFORM THE BANK
WHICH HAD PROVIDED WORKINGCAPITAL FINANCE TO THE COMPANY ABOUT THE LOAN.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
08/01/2014
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 16,434.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction

 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
A PENALTY OF INDIAN RUPEES 1 MILLION EQUIVALENT TO US $16434 WAS LEVIED BY RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PAID IN FULL(INR/USD RATE USED IS 60.8510 AS AT 1
AUGUST 2014).
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA CONDUCTED A SCRUTINY OF THE BOOKS OF 12 BANKS DURING THE LAST QUARTER OF 2013 ONTHE PROCESS FOLLOWED IN THE MATTER OF
LENDING TO DECCAN CHRONICLE HOLDINGS LIMITED (COMPANY). EVEN THOUGHKOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED (KMBL) WAS AWARE THAT THE COMPANY HAD CREDIT
FACILITIES FROM OTHER BANKS, KMBLFAILED TO OBTAIN A NO-OBJECTION CERTIFICATE FROM OTHER BANKS BEFORE EXTENDING A LOAN TO THE COMPANY AND DIDNOT
INFORM THE BANK THAT HAD PROVIDED WORKING CAPITAL FINANCE TO THE COMPANY ABOUT THE LOAN. RESERVE BANK OFINDIA LEVIED A FINE OF INR 1 MILLION ON
KMBL FOR NOT FOLLOWING ITS GUIDELINES IN THE MATTER. KMBL BEING A PUBLICLISTED COMPANY ON THE EXCHANGES IN INDIA DISCLOSED THIS MATTER IN ITS ANNUAL
REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2014-15.
regulatory · block 10KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDPDF pages 69–71
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 65,451.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

RBI HAD LEVIED A PENALTY FOR FOLLOWING: ACCESS TO BANKING SERVICES - BASIC SAVINGS BANK DEPOSIT ACCOUNT: THE BANK OPENED ANOTHER BSBD ACCOUNT OF CERTAIN CUSTOMERS WHO WERE ALREADY HOLDING BSBD ACCOUNT IN THE BANK; SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES TO BE UNDERTAKEN OF BUSINESS CORRESPONDENTS (BCS): THE BANK ENTERED INTO AN ARRANGEMENT WITH BCS FOR UNDERTAKING ACTIVITIES, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED WITHIN THE SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES THAT CAN BE UNDERTAKEN BY BCS CREDIT INFORMATION COMPANIES RULES, 2006 (CLC RULES) - THE BANK FURNISHED INACCURATE INFORMATION, IN RESPECT OF CERTAIN BORROWERS TO CREDIT INFORMATION COMPANIES (CICS).
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

RBI HAD LEVIED A PENALTY FOR FOLLOWING: ACCESS TO BANKING SERVICES - BASIC SAVINGS BANK DEPOSIT ACCOUNT: THE BANK OPENED ANOTHER BSBD ACCOUNT OF CERTAIN CUSTOMERS WHO WERE ALREADY HOLDING BSBD ACCOUNT IN THE BANK; SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES TO BE UNDERTAKEN OF BUSINESS CORRESPONDENTS (BCS): THE BANK ENTERED INTO AN ARRANGEMENT WITH BCS FOR UNDERTAKING ACTIVITIES, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED WITHIN THE SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES THAT CAN BE UNDERTAKEN BY BCS CREDIT INFORMATION COMPANIES RULES, 2006 (CLC RULES) - THE BANK FURNISHED INACCURATE INFORMATION, IN RESPECT OF CERTAIN BORROWERS TO CREDIT INFORMATION COMPANIES (CICS).

Sanction detail — filed text

KMBL HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY RBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,451.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.

 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
12/11/2025
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
RBI HAD LEVIED A PENALTY FOR FOLLOWING: ACCESS TO BANKING SERVICES - BASIC SAVINGS BANK DEPOSIT ACCOUNT: THE BANK OPENED ANOTHER BSBD ACCOUNT OF
CERTAIN CUSTOMERS WHO WERE ALREADY HOLDING BSBD ACCOUNT IN THE BANK; SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES TO BE UNDERTAKEN OF BUSINESS CORRESPONDENTS (BCS): THE
BANK ENTERED INTO AN ARRANGEMENT WITH BCS FOR UNDERTAKING ACTIVITIES, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED WITHIN THE SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES THAT CAN BE UNDERTAKEN
BY BCS CREDIT INFORMATION COMPANIES RULES, 2006 (CLC RULES) - THE BANK FURNISHED INACCURATE INFORMATION, IN RESPECT OF CERTAIN BORROWERS TO CREDIT
INFORMATION COMPANIES (CICS).
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
12/11/2025
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 65,451.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KMBL HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY RBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,451.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).

RBI HAD LEVIED A PENALTY FOR FOLLOWING: ACCESS TO BANKING SERVICES - BASIC SAVINGS BANK DEPOSIT ACCOUNT: THE BANK OPENED ANOTHER BSBD ACCOUNT OF
CERTAIN CUSTOMERS WHO WERE ALREADY HOLDING BSBD ACCOUNT IN THE BANK; SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES TO BE UNDERTAKEN OF BUSINESS CORRESPONDENTS (BCS): THE
BANK ENTERED INTO AN ARRANGEMENT WITH BCS FOR UNDERTAKING ACTIVITIES, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED WITHIN THE SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES THAT CAN BE UNDERTAKEN
BY BCS CREDIT INFORMATION COMPANIES RULES, 2006 (CLC RULES) - THE BANK FURNISHED INACCURATE INFORMATION, IN RESPECT OF CERTAIN BORROWERS TO CREDIT
INFORMATION COMPANIES (CICS).
regulatory · block 11KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITEDPDF pages 71–72
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 25,131.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED ("KSL OR THE COMPANY") HAD RECEIVED TWO SHOW CAUSE NOTICES FROM NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED ("NSE") FOR THE MATTERS OF MATCH & REVERSAL OF TRADES TRANSACTIONS BEARING REFERENCE NO: NSE/INVG/2021/110175 DATED OCTOBER 14, 2021 AND NO: NSE/INVG/2022/113998 DATED MAY 02, 2022. THE COMPANY'S CLIENT MR. RAJASEKHAR GUTTIKONDA (RK8U0) AND 2 OF HIS RELATIVES HAD EXECUTED SYNCHRONIZED / MATCHED TRADES AND THESE TRADES WERE REVERSED WITH SAME COUNTERPARTIES. AFTER CONSIDERING ALL THE FACTS AND SUBMISSIONS, MCSGFC PASSED AN ORDER STATING THAT THESE TRADES WERE NON GENUINE AND ABNORMAL TRADES AND THEREFORE COMPANY WAS LIABLE TO PAY A PENALTY OF ?47,57,300/- (RUPEES FORTY-SEVEN LAKHS FIFTY- SEVEN THOUSAND AND THREE HUNDRED ONLY), I.E. 100% OF THE PROFIT MADE BY ONE PARTY AND 100% OF THE LOSS INCURRED BY THE COUNTERPARTY.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED ("KSL OR THE COMPANY") HAD RECEIVED TWO SHOW CAUSE NOTICES FROM NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED ("NSE") FOR THE MATTERS OF MATCH & REVERSAL OF TRADES TRANSACTIONS BEARING REFERENCE NO: NSE/INVG/2021/110175 DATED OCTOBER 14, 2021 AND NO: NSE/INVG/2022/113998 DATED MAY 02, 2022. THE COMPANY'S CLIENT MR. RAJASEKHAR GUTTIKONDA (RK8U0) AND 2 OF HIS RELATIVES HAD EXECUTED SYNCHRONIZED / MATCHED TRADES AND THESE TRADES WERE REVERSED WITH SAME COUNTERPARTIES. AFTER CONSIDERING ALL THE FACTS AND SUBMISSIONS, MCSGFC PASSED AN ORDER STATING THAT THESE TRADES WERE NON GENUINE AND ABNORMAL TRADES AND THEREFORE COMPANY WAS LIABLE TO PAY A PENALTY OF ?47,57,300/- (RUPEES FORTY-SEVEN LAKHS FIFTY- SEVEN THOUSAND AND THREE HUNDRED ONLY), I.E. 100% OF THE PROFIT MADE BY ONE PARTY AND 100% OF THE LOSS INCURRED BY THE COUNTERPARTY.

Sanction detail — filed text

THE COMPANY HAD RESPONDED TO THE SAID NOTICES AND A PERSONAL REPRESENTATION WAS DONE BEFORE THE MEMBER AND CORE SETTLEMENT GUARANTEE FUND COMMITTEE ("MCSGFC") OF NSE ON JANUARY 23, 2023. THEREAFTER, THE COMPANY HAD RECEIVED ORDER OF MCSGFC DATED 29 AUG 2023, WHEREIN KSL WAS DIRECTED TO PAY A PENALTY OF ?47,57,300/- (RUPEES FORTY-SEVEN LAKHS FIFTY-SEVEN THOUSAND AND THREE HUNDRED ONLY). THE PENALTY WAS ALREADY DEBITED TO RESPECTIVE CLIENTS BEFORE THE ORDER. BASED ON MULTIPLE DISCUSSIONS WITH THE CLIENT, WE HAVE RECOVERED 50% OF THE PENALTY AMOUNT FROM THE CLIENT, AND HAVE PAID THE BALANCE 50% OUT OF KSL'S OWN ACCOUNT. ON CLIENT'S REQUEST, WE HAVE ALSO FILED A REVIEW PETITION WITH MCSGFC OF NSE FOR REDUCTION IN PENALTY AMOUNT. OUR REVIEW APPLICATION HAS BEEN PLACED BEFORE THE COMMITTEE IN THE MONTH OF MARCH 2024. THE REVIEW PETITION HAS BEEN REJECTED BY THE MEMBER COMMITTEE OF THE EXCHANGE, AND THE PENALTY AMOUNT OF RS. 47,57,300 STANDS VALID. AS MENTIONED EARLIER, 50% OF THE PENALTY AMOUNT WAS ALREADY RECOVERED FROM THE CLIENT, WHILE THE REMAINING 50% HAS BEEN BORNE BY KSL.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)

Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
10/14/2021
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED ("KSL OR THE COMPANY") HAD RECEIVED TWO SHOW CAUSE NOTICES FROM NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED ("NSE") FOR THE
MATTERS OF MATCH & REVERSAL OF TRADES TRANSACTIONS BEARING REFERENCE NO: NSE/INVG/2021/110175 DATED OCTOBER 14, 2021 AND NO: NSE/INVG/2022/113998
DATED MAY 02, 2022. THE COMPANY'S CLIENT MR. RAJASEKHAR GUTTIKONDA (RK8U0) AND 2 OF HIS RELATIVES HAD EXECUTED SYNCHRONIZED / MATCHED TRADES AND
THESE TRADES WERE REVERSED WITH SAME COUNTERPARTIES. AFTER CONSIDERING ALL THE FACTS AND SUBMISSIONS, MCSGFC PASSED AN ORDER STATING THAT THESE
TRADES WERE NON GENUINE AND ABNORMAL TRADES AND THEREFORE COMPANY WAS LIABLE TO PAY A PENALTY OF ?47,57,300/- (RUPEES FORTY-SEVEN LAKHS FIFTY-
SEVEN THOUSAND AND THREE HUNDRED ONLY), I.E. 100% OF THE PROFIT MADE BY ONE PARTY AND 100% OF THE LOSS INCURRED BY THE COUNTERPARTY.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/14/2021
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 25,131.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
THE COMPANY HAD RESPONDED TO THE SAID NOTICES AND A PERSONAL REPRESENTATION WAS DONE BEFORE THE MEMBER AND CORE SETTLEMENT GUARANTEE
FUND COMMITTEE ("MCSGFC") OF NSE ON JANUARY 23, 2023. THEREAFTER, THE COMPANY HAD RECEIVED ORDER OF MCSGFC DATED 29 AUG 2023, WHEREIN KSL
WAS DIRECTED TO PAY A PENALTY OF ?47,57,300/- (RUPEES FORTY-SEVEN LAKHS FIFTY-SEVEN THOUSAND AND THREE HUNDRED ONLY). THE PENALTY WAS ALREADY
DEBITED TO RESPECTIVE CLIENTS BEFORE THE ORDER. BASED ON MULTIPLE DISCUSSIONS WITH THE CLIENT, WE HAVE RECOVERED 50% OF THE PENALTY AMOUNT
FROM THE CLIENT, AND HAVE PAID THE BALANCE 50% OUT OF KSL'S OWN ACCOUNT. ON CLIENT'S REQUEST, WE HAVE ALSO FILED A REVIEW PETITION WITH
MCSGFC OF NSE FOR REDUCTION IN PENALTY AMOUNT. OUR REVIEW APPLICATION HAS BEEN PLACED BEFORE THE COMMITTEE IN THE MONTH OF MARCH 2024. THE
REVIEW PETITION HAS BEEN REJECTED BY THE MEMBER COMMITTEE OF THE EXCHANGE, AND THE PENALTY AMOUNT OF RS. 47,57,300 STANDS VALID. AS MENTIONED
EARLIER, 50% OF THE PENALTY AMOUNT WAS ALREADY RECOVERED FROM THE CLIENT, WHILE THE REMAINING 50% HAS BEEN BORNE BY KSL.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED ("KSL OR THE COMPANY") HAD RECEIVED TWO SHOW CAUSE NOTICES FROM NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED ("NSE") FOR THE
MATTERS OF MATCH & REVERSAL OF TRADES TRANSACTIONS BEARING REFERENCE NO: NSE/INVG/2021/110175 DATED OCTOBER 14, 2021 AND NO: NSE/INVG/2022/113998
DATED MAY 02, 2022. THE COMPANY'S CLIENT MR. RAJASEKHAR GUTTIKONDA (RK8U0) AND 2 OF HIS RELATIVES HAD EXECUTED SYNCHRONIZED / MATCHED TRADES AND
THESE TRADES WERE REVERSED WITH SAME COUNTERPARTIES. AFTER CONSIDERING ALL THE FACTS AND SUBMISSIONS, MCSGFC PASSED AN ORDER STATING THAT THESE
TRADES WERE NON GENUINE AND ABNORMAL TRADES AND THEREFORE COMPANY WAS LIABLE TO PAY A PENALTY OF ?47,57,300/- (RUPEES FORTY-SEVEN LAKHS FIFTY-
SEVEN THOUSAND AND THREE HUNDRED ONLY), I.E. 100% OF THE PROFIT MADE BY ONE PARTY AND 100% OF THE LOSS INCURRED BY THE COUNTERPARTY.
regulatory · block 12KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDPDF pages 73–74
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 110,935.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

1.THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA HAS LEVIED PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT A.FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON 'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC BANKING TRANSACTIONS. B.FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF SUBSECTION (2) OF SECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME' 2014. C.FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITAL MARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

1.THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA HAS LEVIED PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT A.FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON 'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC BANKING TRANSACTIONS. B.FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF SUBSECTION (2) OF SECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME' 2014. C.FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITAL MARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER

Sanction detail — filed text

KMBL HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY RBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $110,935.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
07/04/2022
 Exact
 Explanation

If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
1.THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA HAS LEVIED PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT A.FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON
'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC BANKING TRANSACTIONS. B.FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF
SUBSECTION (2) OF SECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME' 2014. C.FOR NON-COMPLIANCE
WITH DIRECTIONS ON BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITAL MARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
07/04/2022
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 110,935.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KMBL HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY RBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $110,935.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
1.THE RESERVE BANK OF INDIA HAS LEVIED PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS/ACT A.FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIONS ON
'CUSTOMER PROTECTION - LIMITING LIABILITY OF CUSTOMERS IN UNAUTHORISED ELECTRONIC BANKING TRANSACTIONS. B.FOR CONTRAVENTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF
SUBSECTION (2) OF SECTION 26A OF THE ACT READ WITH PARAGRAPH 3 OF THE DEPOSITOR EDUCATION AND AWARENESS FUND SCHEME' 2014. C.FOR NON-COMPLIANCE
WITH DIRECTIONS ON BANKS, EXPOSURE TO CAPITAL MARKETS - RATIONALIZATION OF NORMS' AND LOANS AND ADVANCES -STATUTORY AND OTHER
regulatory · block 13PDF pages 74–76
Regulator name — filed text
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA (SEBI)
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 11,490.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

WE HAVE MADE A SETTLEMENT APPLICATION WITH SEBI IN RESPECT OF KOTAK INDIA GROWTH FUND - II, A VENTURE CAPITAL FUND, TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE BEYOND THE TERM MENTIONED IN THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE FUND. SEBI'S INTERNAL COMMITTEE AT THEIR MEETING HAD PROPOSED A SETTLEMENT AMOUNT OF ? 10,87,500 WHICH WE HAVE AGREED TO. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

WE HAVE MADE A SETTLEMENT APPLICATION WITH SEBI IN RESPECT OF KOTAK INDIA GROWTH FUND - II, A VENTURE CAPITAL FUND, TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE BEYOND THE TERM MENTIONED IN THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE FUND. SEBI'S INTERNAL COMMITTEE AT THEIR MEETING HAD PROPOSED A SETTLEMENT AMOUNT OF ? 10,87,500 WHICH WE HAVE AGREED TO. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.

Sanction detail — filed text

KAAML HAS PAID THE SETTLEMENT FEES IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,490.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.

Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
No Information Filed
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA (SEBI)
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
07/04/2025
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
WE HAVE MADE A SETTLEMENT APPLICATION WITH SEBI IN RESPECT OF KOTAK INDIA GROWTH FUND - II, A VENTURE CAPITAL FUND, TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF
TENURE BEYOND THE TERM MENTIONED IN THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE FUND. SEBI'S INTERNAL COMMITTEE AT THEIR MEETING HAD PROPOSED A
SETTLEMENT AMOUNT OF ? 10,87,500 WHICH WE HAVE AGREED TO. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final

9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
06/08/2026
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 11,490.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KAAML HAS PAID THE SETTLEMENT FEES IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,490.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
WE HAVE MADE A SETTLEMENT APPLICATION WITH SEBI IN RESPECT OF KOTAK INDIA GROWTH FUND - II, A VENTURE CAPITAL FUND, TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF
TENURE BEYOND THE TERM MENTIONED IN THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE FUND. SEBI'S INTERNAL COMMITTEE AT THEIR MEETING HAD PROPOSED A
SETTLEMENT AMOUNT OF ? 10,87,500 WHICH WE HAVE AGREED TO. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
regulatory · block 14PDF pages 76–78
Regulator name — filed text
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA (SEBI)
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 4,754.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

SEBI HAD INTRODUCED AN INDUSTRY WIDE SETTLEMENT SCHEME WHEREBY ALL VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS (VCFS) WHICH HAVE MIGRATED TO THE AIF REGULATIONS COULD MAKE AN APPLICATION TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE BEYOND THE TERM MENTIONED IN THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE FUND. OUR FUND NAMED KOTAK INDIA VENTURE FUND - I MADE AN APPLICATION UNDER THE SETTLEMENT SCHEME AND PAID AN AMOUNT OF INR 450,000 TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE OF THE FUND. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

SEBI HAD INTRODUCED AN INDUSTRY WIDE SETTLEMENT SCHEME WHEREBY ALL VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS (VCFS) WHICH HAVE MIGRATED TO THE AIF REGULATIONS COULD MAKE AN APPLICATION TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE BEYOND THE TERM MENTIONED IN THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE FUND. OUR FUND NAMED KOTAK INDIA VENTURE FUND - I MADE AN APPLICATION UNDER THE SETTLEMENT SCHEME AND PAID AN AMOUNT OF INR 450,000 TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE OF THE FUND. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.

Sanction detail — filed text

KAAML HAS PAID THE SETTLEMENT FEES IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,754.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
No Information Filed

This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA (SEBI)
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
10/30/2025
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
SEBI HAD INTRODUCED AN INDUSTRY WIDE SETTLEMENT SCHEME WHEREBY ALL VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS (VCFS) WHICH HAVE MIGRATED TO THE AIF REGULATIONS COULD
MAKE AN APPLICATION TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE BEYOND THE TERM MENTIONED IN THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE FUND. OUR FUND NAMED
KOTAK INDIA VENTURE FUND - I MADE AN APPLICATION UNDER THE SETTLEMENT SCHEME AND PAID AN AMOUNT OF INR 450,000 TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE OF
THE FUND. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
03/10/2026
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 4,754.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension

B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KAAML HAS PAID THE SETTLEMENT FEES IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,754.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
SEBI HAD INTRODUCED AN INDUSTRY WIDE SETTLEMENT SCHEME WHEREBY ALL VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS (VCFS) WHICH HAVE MIGRATED TO THE AIF REGULATIONS COULD
MAKE AN APPLICATION TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE BEYOND THE TERM MENTIONED IN THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE FUND. OUR FUND NAMED
KOTAK INDIA VENTURE FUND - I MADE AN APPLICATION UNDER THE SETTLEMENT SCHEME AND PAID AN AMOUNT OF INR 450,000 TO SETTLE THE EXTENSION OF TENURE OF
THE FUND. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
regulatory · block 15KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDPDF pages 78–79
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 417,327.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

RBI HAD IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR 3.95 CRORE ON THE BANK FOR FOLLOWING CONTRAVENTIONS: A) FAILURE TO CARRY OUT ANNUAL REVIEW/DUE DILIGENCE OF THE SERVICE PROVIDER B) FAILURE TO ENSURE THAT CUSTOMERS ARE NOT CONTACTED AFTER 7 PM AND BEFORE 7 AM C) LEVYING INTEREST FROM THE DISBURSEMENT DUE DATE INSTEAD OF THE ACTUAL DATE OF DISBURSEMENT, CONTRARY TO THE TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SANCTION D) LEVYING FORECLOSURE CHARGE DESPITE THERE BEING NO CLAUSE IN THE LOAN AGREEMENT FOR LEVY OF PREPAYMENT PENALTY ON LOANS RECALLED/FORECLOSURE INITIATED BY THE BANK.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

RBI HAD IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR 3.95 CRORE ON THE BANK FOR FOLLOWING CONTRAVENTIONS: A) FAILURE TO CARRY OUT ANNUAL REVIEW/DUE DILIGENCE OF THE SERVICE PROVIDER B) FAILURE TO ENSURE THAT CUSTOMERS ARE NOT CONTACTED AFTER 7 PM AND BEFORE 7 AM C) LEVYING INTEREST FROM THE DISBURSEMENT DUE DATE INSTEAD OF THE ACTUAL DATE OF DISBURSEMENT, CONTRARY TO THE TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SANCTION D) LEVYING FORECLOSURE CHARGE DESPITE THERE BEING NO CLAUSE IN THE LOAN AGREEMENT FOR LEVY OF PREPAYMENT PENALTY ON LOANS RECALLED/FORECLOSURE INITIATED BY THE BANK.

Sanction detail — filed text

KMBL HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY RBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $417,327.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.

PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
10/17/2023
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
RBI HAD IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR 3.95 CRORE ON THE BANK FOR FOLLOWING CONTRAVENTIONS: A) FAILURE TO CARRY OUT ANNUAL REVIEW/DUE DILIGENCE OF THE
SERVICE PROVIDER B) FAILURE TO ENSURE THAT CUSTOMERS ARE NOT CONTACTED AFTER 7 PM AND BEFORE 7 AM C) LEVYING INTEREST FROM THE DISBURSEMENT DUE
DATE INSTEAD OF THE ACTUAL DATE OF DISBURSEMENT, CONTRARY TO THE TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SANCTION D) LEVYING FORECLOSURE CHARGE DESPITE THERE BEING
NO CLAUSE IN THE LOAN AGREEMENT FOR LEVY OF PREPAYMENT PENALTY ON LOANS RECALLED/FORECLOSURE INITIATED BY THE BANK.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
10/17/2023
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 417,327.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KMBL HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY RBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $417,327.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
RBI HAD IMPOSED A PENALTY OF INR 3.95 CRORE ON THE BANK FOR FOLLOWING CONTRAVENTIONS: A) FAILURE TO CARRY OUT ANNUAL REVIEW/DUE DILIGENCE OF THE
SERVICE PROVIDER B) FAILURE TO ENSURE THAT CUSTOMERS ARE NOT CONTACTED AFTER 7 PM AND BEFORE 7 AM C) LEVYING INTEREST FROM THE DISBURSEMENT DUE
DATE INSTEAD OF THE ACTUAL DATE OF DISBURSEMENT, CONTRARY TO THE TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SANCTION D) LEVYING FORECLOSURE CHARGE DESPITE THERE BEING
NO CLAUSE IN THE LOAN AGREEMENT FOR LEVY OF PREPAYMENT PENALTY ON LOANS RECALLED/FORECLOSURE INITIATED BY THE BANK.
regulatory · block 16PDF pages 80–81
Regulator name — filed text
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA (SEBI)
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 3,170.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED (KAAML), KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND AND KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEESHIP SERVICES LIMITED (KMTSL) HAD RECEIVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE DATED DECEMBER 07, 2023 FROM SEBI IN THE MATTER OF INDIA GROWTH FUND ("IGF"), A SCHEME OF KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND (VENTURE CAPITAL FUND) MANAGED BY KAAML AND FOR WHICH KMTSL WAS ACTING AS TRUSTEE, IN WHICH SEBI HAD ALLEGED THAT IGF WAS WOUND UP BEYOND THE TERM SPECIFIED IN IGF'S PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM ("PPM"). THE TERM OF IGF WAS EXTENDED WITH THE CONSENT OF THE SUPER MAJORITY OF THE CONTRIBUTORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT READ WITH THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE SCHEME. HOWEVER, SEBI HAD TREATED THIS EXTENSION AS A VIOLATION UNDER REGULATION 23(1) (A) OF SEBI (VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS) REGULATIONS READ WITH REGULATION 39 OF SEBI AIF REGULATIONS AND LEVIED A PENALTY OF RS.3,00,000/- JOINTLY AND SEVERALLY ON KAAML, KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND AND KMTSL VIDE ADJUDICATION ORDER DATED FEBRUARY 21, 2024. AN APPEAL WAS FILED BEFORE THE SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL (SAT) AGAINST THE AFORESAID ADJUDICATION ORDER. THE SAID APPEAL HAS NOW BEEN WITHDRAWN AND THE CASE STANDS CLOSED. THE PENALTY AS LEVIED BY SEBI HAS BEEN PAID BY KAAML. THE SAID ADJUDICATION ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED (KAAML), KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND AND KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEESHIP SERVICES LIMITED (KMTSL) HAD RECEIVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE DATED DECEMBER 07, 2023 FROM SEBI IN THE MATTER OF INDIA GROWTH FUND ("IGF"), A SCHEME OF KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND (VENTURE CAPITAL FUND) MANAGED BY KAAML AND FOR WHICH KMTSL WAS ACTING AS TRUSTEE, IN WHICH SEBI HAD ALLEGED THAT IGF WAS WOUND UP BEYOND THE TERM SPECIFIED IN IGF'S PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM ("PPM"). THE TERM OF IGF WAS EXTENDED WITH THE CONSENT OF THE SUPER MAJORITY OF THE CONTRIBUTORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT READ WITH THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE SCHEME. HOWEVER, SEBI HAD TREATED THIS EXTENSION AS A VIOLATION UNDER REGULATION 23(1) (A) OF SEBI (VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS) REGULATIONS READ WITH REGULATION 39 OF SEBI AIF REGULATIONS AND LEVIED A PENALTY OF RS.3,00,000/- JOINTLY AND SEVERALLY ON KAAML, KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND AND KMTSL VIDE ADJUDICATION ORDER DATED FEBRUARY 21, 2024. AN APPEAL WAS FILED BEFORE THE SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL (SAT) AGAINST THE AFORESAID ADJUDICATION ORDER. THE SAID APPEAL HAS NOW BEEN WITHDRAWN AND THE CASE STANDS CLOSED. THE PENALTY AS LEVIED BY SEBI HAS BEEN PAID BY KAAML. THE SAID ADJUDICATION ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.

Sanction detail — filed text

KAAML HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY SEBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,170.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
No Information Filed
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA (SEBI)
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
12/07/2023
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:

5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED (KAAML), KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND AND KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEESHIP SERVICES LIMITED (KMTSL) HAD RECEIVED A SHOW
CAUSE NOTICE DATED DECEMBER 07, 2023 FROM SEBI IN THE MATTER OF INDIA GROWTH FUND ("IGF"), A SCHEME OF KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND (VENTURE CAPITAL FUND)
MANAGED BY KAAML AND FOR WHICH KMTSL WAS ACTING AS TRUSTEE, IN WHICH SEBI HAD ALLEGED THAT IGF WAS WOUND UP BEYOND THE TERM SPECIFIED IN IGF'S
PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM ("PPM"). THE TERM OF IGF WAS EXTENDED WITH THE CONSENT OF THE SUPER MAJORITY OF THE CONTRIBUTORS IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE TERMS OF THE CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT READ WITH THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE SCHEME. HOWEVER, SEBI HAD TREATED THIS
EXTENSION AS A VIOLATION UNDER REGULATION 23(1) (A) OF SEBI (VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS) REGULATIONS READ WITH REGULATION 39 OF SEBI AIF REGULATIONS AND
LEVIED A PENALTY OF RS.3,00,000/- JOINTLY AND SEVERALLY ON KAAML, KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND AND KMTSL VIDE ADJUDICATION ORDER DATED FEBRUARY 21, 2024. AN
APPEAL WAS FILED BEFORE THE SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL (SAT) AGAINST THE AFORESAID ADJUDICATION ORDER. THE SAID APPEAL HAS NOW BEEN WITHDRAWN
AND THE CASE STANDS CLOSED. THE PENALTY AS LEVIED BY SEBI HAS BEEN PAID BY KAAML. THE SAID ADJUDICATION ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY
BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/27/2026
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 3,170.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KAAML HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY SEBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,170.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED (KAAML), KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND AND KOTAK MAHINDRA TRUSTEESHIP SERVICES LIMITED (KMTSL) HAD RECEIVED A SHOW
CAUSE NOTICE DATED DECEMBER 07, 2023 FROM SEBI IN THE MATTER OF INDIA GROWTH FUND ("IGF"), A SCHEME OF KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND (VENTURE CAPITAL FUND)
MANAGED BY KAAML AND FOR WHICH KMTSL WAS ACTING AS TRUSTEE, IN WHICH SEBI HAD ALLEGED THAT IGF WAS WOUND UP BEYOND THE TERM SPECIFIED IN IGF'S
PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM ("PPM"). THE TERM OF IGF WAS EXTENDED WITH THE CONSENT OF THE SUPER MAJORITY OF THE CONTRIBUTORS IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE TERMS OF THE CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT READ WITH THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT MEMORANDUM OF THE SCHEME. HOWEVER, SEBI HAD TREATED THIS
EXTENSION AS A VIOLATION UNDER REGULATION 23(1) (A) OF SEBI (VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS) REGULATIONS READ WITH REGULATION 39 OF SEBI AIF REGULATIONS AND
LEVIED A PENALTY OF RS.3,00,000/- JOINTLY AND SEVERALLY ON KAAML, KOTAK SEAF INDIA FUND AND KMTSL VIDE ADJUDICATION ORDER DATED FEBRUARY 21, 2024. AN
APPEAL WAS FILED BEFORE THE SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL (SAT) AGAINST THE AFORESAID ADJUDICATION ORDER. THE SAID APPEAL HAS NOW BEEN WITHDRAWN
AND THE CASE STANDS CLOSED. THE PENALTY AS LEVIED BY SEBI HAS BEEN PAID BY KAAML. THE SAID ADJUDICATION ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY
BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
regulatory · block 17KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITEDPDF pages 81–83
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 2,665.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED ("KSL OR THE COMPANY") HAD RECEIVED SHOW CAUSE NOTICE FROM NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED ("NSE") FOR THE MATTERS OF MATCH & REVERSAL OF TRADES TRANSACTIONS BEARING REFERENCE NO: NSE/INVG/2024/136511 DATED AUGUST 06, 2024. THE 2 CLIENTS HAD EXECUTED SYNCHRONIZED / MATCHED TRADES AND THESE TRADES WERE REVERSED WITH SAME COUNTERPARTIES.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED ("KSL OR THE COMPANY") HAD RECEIVED SHOW CAUSE NOTICE FROM NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED ("NSE") FOR THE MATTERS OF MATCH & REVERSAL OF TRADES TRANSACTIONS BEARING REFERENCE NO: NSE/INVG/2024/136511 DATED AUGUST 06, 2024. THE 2 CLIENTS HAD EXECUTED SYNCHRONIZED / MATCHED TRADES AND THESE TRADES WERE REVERSED WITH SAME COUNTERPARTIES.

Sanction detail — filed text

KSL HAS PAID THE BALANCE PENALTY AMOUNT LEVIED BY NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,665.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action

Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
08/06/2024
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:

No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED ("KSL OR THE COMPANY") HAD RECEIVED SHOW CAUSE NOTICE FROM NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED ("NSE") FOR THE
MATTERS OF MATCH & REVERSAL OF TRADES TRANSACTIONS BEARING REFERENCE NO: NSE/INVG/2024/136511 DATED AUGUST 06, 2024. THE 2 CLIENTS HAD EXECUTED
SYNCHRONIZED / MATCHED TRADES AND THESE TRADES WERE REVERSED WITH SAME COUNTERPARTIES.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
08/06/2024
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 2,665.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KSL HAS PAID THE BALANCE PENALTY AMOUNT LEVIED BY NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,665.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
KOTAK SECURITIES LIMITED ("KSL OR THE COMPANY") HAD RECEIVED SHOW CAUSE NOTICE FROM NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA LIMITED ("NSE") FOR THE
MATTERS OF MATCH & REVERSAL OF TRADES TRANSACTIONS BEARING REFERENCE NO: NSE/INVG/2024/136511 DATED AUGUST 06, 2024. THE 2 CLIENTS HAD EXECUTED
SYNCHRONIZED / MATCHED TRADES AND THESE TRADES WERE REVERSED WITH SAME COUNTERPARTIES.
regulatory · block 18KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITEDPDF pages 83–85
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA

Action status / disposition — filed text

KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (AMC) HAS BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE (SCN) BY SEBI, VIDE ITS LETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2019/11854/1 DATED MAY 10, 2019, AND SUPPLEMENTARY SHOW CAUSE NOTICE VIDE SEBI'S LETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2019/014772/1 DATED JUNE 12, 2019, ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B (2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ WITH PROVISIONS OF SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996, IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT CO. LTD. THE ALLEGED CHARGE IS, THAT ON MATURITY DATE OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 127 AND 183, CLOSE ENDED DEBT SCHEMES, INVESTORS WERE NOT PAID FULL PROCEEDS ON THE DECLARED NAV DUE TO PENDING RECOVERY OF DUES FROM ESSEL GROUP OF COMPANIES. THE AMC VIDE ITS LETTER DATED AUGUST 29, 2019, HAD FILED ITS REPLY TO THE AFORESAID SHOW CAUSE NOTICE AND SUPPLEMENTARY SHOW CAUSE NOTICE. KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (AMC) HAS BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE (SCN) BY SEBI, VIDE ITS LETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2020/13217/1 DATED AUGUST 13, 2020 IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 187, 189, 193 AND 194, ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B(2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ RULE 4 (1) OF THE SEBI ( PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTIES) RULES, 1995 FOR INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTY UNDER SECTIONS 15D (B) AND 15 HB OF THE ACT READ WITH PROVISIONS OF THE SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996. SEBI VIDE ITS ORDER NO. WTM/SM/IMD/IMD-I DOF2/13158/2021-22 DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 HAD ISSUED CERTAIN DIRECTIONS AND IMPOSED PENALTY TO KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (KMAMC). KMAMC HAD ALSO BEEN RESTRAINED FROM LAUNCHING ANY NEW FMP SCHEME FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SEBI ORDER. THE BOARD OF KOTAK ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LTD HAD FILED AN APPEAL BEFORE THE SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL AGAINST THE SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021. THE SAT HEARING WAS HELD ON AUGUST 24, 2022 AND HAS GRANTED STAY ON DIRECTION ISSUED UNDER SEBI ORDER DATED JUNE 30, 2022. THE SAT HEARING FOR SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 AND JUNE 30, 2022 HAS BEEN ADJOURNED TO MARCH 19, 2025, THE ORDER HAS BEEN RESERVED BY SAT. SAT, VIDE ITS ORDER DATED MARCH 6, 2026, HAS GRANTED RELIEF IN RESPECT OF THE DIRECTION RELATING TO DISGORGEMENT OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT FEES, WHILE UPHOLDING THE SEBI ORDER ON PENALTIES. THE SAT HAS FURTHER GRANTED EIGHT WEEKS' TIME TO PURSUE APPROPRIATE LEGAL REMEDIES.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (AMC) HAS BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE (SCN) BY SEBI, VIDE ITS LETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2019/11854/1 DATED MAY 10, 2019, AND SUPPLEMENTARY SHOW CAUSE NOTICE VIDE SEBI'S LETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2019/014772/1 DATED JUNE 12, 2019, ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B (2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ WITH PROVISIONS OF SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996, IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT CO. LTD. THE ALLEGED CHARGE IS, THAT ON MATURITY DATE OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 127 AND 183, CLOSE ENDED DEBT SCHEMES, INVESTORS WERE NOT PAID FULL PROCEEDS ON THE DECLARED NAV DUE TO PENDING RECOVERY OF DUES FROM ESSEL GROUP OF COMPANIES. THE AMC VIDE ITS LETTER DATED AUGUST 29, 2019, HAD FILED ITS REPLY TO THE AFORESAID SHOW CAUSE NOTICE AND SUPPLEMENTARY SHOW CAUSE NOTICE. KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (AMC) HAS BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE (SCN) BY SEBI, VIDE ITS LETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2020/13217/1 DATED AUGUST 13, 2020 IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 187, 189, 193 AND 194, ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B(2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ RULE 4 (1) OF THE SEBI ( PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTIES) RULES, 1995 FOR INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTY UNDER SECTIONS 15D (B) AND 15 HB OF THE ACT READ WITH PROVISIONS OF THE SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996. SEBI VIDE ITS ORDER NO. WTM/SM/IMD/IMD-I DOF2/13158/2021-22 DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 HAD ISSUED CERTAIN DIRECTIONS AND IMPOSED PENALTY TO KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (KMAMC). KMAMC HAD ALSO BEEN RESTRAINED FROM LAUNCHING ANY NEW FMP SCHEME FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SEBI ORDER. THE BOARD OF KOTAK ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LTD HAD FILED AN APPEAL BEFORE THE SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL AGAINST THE SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021. THE SAT HEARING WAS HELD ON AUGUST 24, 2022 AND HAS GRANTED STAY ON DIRECTION ISSUED UNDER SEBI ORDER DATED JUNE 30, 2022. THE SAT HEARING FOR SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 AND JUNE 30, 2022 HAS BEEN ADJOURNED TO MARCH 19, 2025, THE ORDER HAS BEEN RESERVED BY SAT. SAT, VIDE ITS ORDER DATED MARCH 6, 2026, HAS GRANTED RELIEF IN RESPECT OF THE DIRECTION RELATING TO DISGORGEMENT OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT FEES, WHILE UPHOLDING THE SEBI ORDER ON PENALTIES. THE SAT HAS FURTHER GRANTED EIGHT WEEKS' TIME TO PURSUE APPROPRIATE LEGAL REMEDIES.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.
Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)

You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD
Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET
MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
05/10/2019
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (AMC) HAS BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE (SCN) BY SEBI, VIDE ITS LETTER NO.
SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2019/11854/1 DATED MAY 10, 2019, AND SUPPLEMENTARY SHOW CAUSE NOTICE VIDE SEBI'S LETTER NO.
SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2019/014772/1 DATED JUNE 12, 2019, ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B (2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT,
1992 READ WITH PROVISIONS OF SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996, IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT CO. LTD. THE ALLEGED CHARGE IS,
THAT ON MATURITY DATE OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 127 AND 183, CLOSE ENDED DEBT SCHEMES, INVESTORS WERE NOT PAID FULL PROCEEDS ON THE DECLARED NAV DUE TO
PENDING RECOVERY OF DUES FROM ESSEL GROUP OF COMPANIES. THE AMC VIDE ITS LETTER DATED AUGUST 29, 2019, HAD FILED ITS REPLY TO THE AFORESAID SHOW
CAUSE NOTICE AND SUPPLEMENTARY SHOW CAUSE NOTICE. KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (AMC) HAS BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE
(SCN) BY SEBI, VIDE ITS LETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2020/13217/1 DATED AUGUST 13, 2020 IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 187, 189, 193 AND 194,
ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B(2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ RULE 4 (1) OF THE SEBI ( PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING
INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTIES) RULES, 1995 FOR INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTY UNDER SECTIONS 15D (B) AND 15 HB OF THE ACT READ WITH PROVISIONS OF THE
SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996. SEBI VIDE ITS ORDER NO. WTM/SM/IMD/IMD-I DOF2/13158/2021-22 DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 HAD ISSUED CERTAIN DIRECTIONS
AND IMPOSED PENALTY TO KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (KMAMC). KMAMC HAD ALSO BEEN RESTRAINED FROM LAUNCHING ANY NEW FMP

SCHEME FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SEBI ORDER. THE BOARD OF KOTAK ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LTD HAD FILED AN APPEAL BEFORE THE
SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL AGAINST THE SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021. THE SAT HEARING WAS HELD ON AUGUST 24, 2022 AND HAS GRANTED STAY ON
DIRECTION ISSUED UNDER SEBI ORDER DATED JUNE 30, 2022. THE SAT HEARING FOR SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 AND JUNE 30, 2022 HAS BEEN ADJOURNED TO
MARCH 19, 2025, THE ORDER HAS BEEN RESERVED BY SAT. SAT, VIDE ITS ORDER DATED MARCH 6, 2026, HAS GRANTED RELIEF IN RESPECT OF THE DIRECTION RELATING TO
DISGORGEMENT OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT FEES, WHILE UPHOLDING THE SEBI ORDER ON PENALTIES. THE SAT HAS FURTHER GRANTED EIGHT WEEKS' TIME TO PURSUE
APPROPRIATE LEGAL REMEDIES.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (AMC) HAS BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE (SCN) BY SEBI, VIDE ITS LETTER NO.
SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2019/11854/1 DATED MAY 10, 2019, AND SUPPLEMENTARY SHOW CAUSE NOTICE VIDE SEBI'S LETTER NO.
SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2019/014772/1 DATED JUNE 12, 2019, ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B (2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT,
1992 READ WITH PROVISIONS OF SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996, IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT CO. LTD. THE ALLEGED CHARGE IS,
THAT ON MATURITY DATE OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 127 AND 183, CLOSE ENDED DEBT SCHEMES, INVESTORS WERE NOT PAID FULL PROCEEDS ON THE DECLARED NAV DUE TO
PENDING RECOVERY OF DUES FROM ESSEL GROUP OF COMPANIES. THE AMC VIDE ITS LETTER DATED AUGUST 29, 2019, HAD FILED ITS REPLY TO THE AFORESAID SHOW
CAUSE NOTICE AND SUPPLEMENTARY SHOW CAUSE NOTICE. KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (AMC) HAS BEEN SERVED A SHOW CAUSE NOTICE
(SCN) BY SEBI, VIDE ITS LETTER NO. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/OW/P/2020/13217/1 DATED AUGUST 13, 2020 IN THE MATTER OF KOTAK FMP SERIES 187, 189, 193 AND 194,
ISSUED UNDER SECTION 11(1), 11B AND 11B(2) OF SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA ACT, 1992 READ RULE 4 (1) OF THE SEBI ( PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING
INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTIES) RULES, 1995 FOR INQUIRY AND IMPOSING PENALTY UNDER SECTIONS 15D (B) AND 15 HB OF THE ACT READ WITH PROVISIONS OF THE
SEBI (MUTUAL FUND) REGULATIONS, 1996. SEBI VIDE ITS ORDER NO. WTM/SM/IMD/IMD-I DOF2/13158/2021-22 DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 HAD ISSUED CERTAIN DIRECTIONS
AND IMPOSED PENALTY TO KOTAK MAHINDRA ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (KMAMC). KMAMC HAD ALSO BEEN RESTRAINED FROM LAUNCHING ANY NEW FMP
SCHEME FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SEBI ORDER. THE BOARD OF KOTAK ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LTD HAD FILED AN APPEAL BEFORE THE
SECURITIES APPELLATE TRIBUNAL AGAINST THE SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021. THE SAT HEARING WAS HELD ON AUGUST 24, 2022 AND HAS GRANTED STAY ON
DIRECTION ISSUED UNDER SEBI ORDER DATED JUNE 30, 2022. THE SAT HEARING FOR SEBI ORDER DATED AUGUST 27, 2021 AND JUNE 30, 2022 HAS BEEN ADJOURNED TO
MARCH 19, 2025, THE ORDER HAS BEEN RESERVED BY SAT. SAT, VIDE ITS ORDER DATED MARCH 6, 2026, HAS GRANTED RELIEF IN RESPECT OF THE DIRECTION RELATING TO
DISGORGEMENT OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT FEES, WHILE UPHOLDING THE SEBI ORDER ON PENALTIES. THE SAT HAS FURTHER GRANTED EIGHT WEEKS' TIME TO PURSUE
APPROPRIATE LEGAL REMEDIES.
regulatory · block 19PDF pages 85–87
Regulator name — filed text
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA (SEBI)
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 8,320.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

KOTAK OPTIMUS MODERATE SCHEME ("THE SCHEME"), A SCHEME OF KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSETS FUND III ('THE FUND') BEING A CATEGORY III ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENT FUND HAVING SEBI REGISTRATION NO. IN/AIF3/18-19/0604 DATED OCTOBER 19, 2018. THE OBJECTIVE OF THE SCHEME IS TO ACHIEVE MODERATE CAPITAL APPRECIATION OF ASSETS BY EQUALLY ALLOCATING INVESTMENTS TO DEBT AND EQUITY SECURITIES. INVESTMENTS ARE WELL DIVERSIFIED TO REDUCE SIGNIFICANT RISKS TO ANY PARTICULAR INVESTMENT IN THE PORTFOLIO. KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED ("KAAML"), A SUBSIDIARY OF KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED, ACTS AS THE INVESTMENT MANAGER TO THE SCHEME. AS PART OF THE INVESTMENT STRATEGY, THE SCHEME INVESTS IN TAX FREE BONDS OF PUBLIC SECTOR UNIT (PSU) ISSUERS. AS PER SEBI AIF REGULATIONS, 2012, A CATEGORY III AIF IS NOT ALLOWED TO INVEST MORE THAN 10% OF INVESTABLE FUNDS (IN CASE OF ALL ASSET CLASSES EXCEPT EQUITY) IN A SINGLE INVESTEE COMPANY. HOWEVER, THE SCHEME INADVERTENTLY BREACHED THE LIMIT OF 10% IN ONE OF THE DEBT PORTFOLIO INVESTMENTS IN A PSU VIZ. INDIAN RAILWAY FINANCIAL CORPORATION, DONE BY THE SCHEME FROM MAY 13, 2022 TILL JULY 11, 2022. IN THE ISSUER LIMIT TRACKER FILE, AGAINST EACH TRADE/SECURITY, THE NAME OF THE ISSUER WAS MANUALLY INSERTED/WRITTEN WHICH WAS THE ROOT CAUSE FOR THE BREACH OF THE CONCENTRATION LIMIT, AS THE MAKER OF THE ISSUER LIMIT TRACKER HAD WRITTEN AN INCORRECT NAME OF THE ISSUER AGAINST THE PARTICULAR SECURITY. FOR E.G.; IRFC 08.48% TAXFREE SERIES 89A OPTION-II21-NOV-2028 BOND WAS MARKED AGAINST ISSUER NAME OF REC, RESULTING IN TO INCORRECT AMOUNT OF INVESTMENTS AS WELL AS ITS VALUATION AGAINST THE ISSUER I.E. IRFC, WHICH IN TURN RESULTED INTO THE BREACH OF SEBI CONCENTRATION LIMIT NORMS. THE SETTLEMENT PROCEEDING IN RESPECT OF THE SAID DEFAULT HAS BEEN CLOSED WITH SEBI. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

KOTAK OPTIMUS MODERATE SCHEME ("THE SCHEME"), A SCHEME OF KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSETS FUND III ('THE FUND') BEING A CATEGORY III ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENT FUND HAVING SEBI REGISTRATION NO. IN/AIF3/18-19/0604 DATED OCTOBER 19, 2018. THE OBJECTIVE OF THE SCHEME IS TO ACHIEVE MODERATE CAPITAL APPRECIATION OF ASSETS BY EQUALLY ALLOCATING INVESTMENTS TO DEBT AND EQUITY SECURITIES. INVESTMENTS ARE WELL DIVERSIFIED TO REDUCE SIGNIFICANT RISKS TO ANY PARTICULAR INVESTMENT IN THE PORTFOLIO. KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED ("KAAML"), A SUBSIDIARY OF KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED, ACTS AS THE INVESTMENT MANAGER TO THE SCHEME. AS PART OF THE INVESTMENT STRATEGY, THE SCHEME INVESTS IN TAX FREE BONDS OF PUBLIC SECTOR UNIT (PSU) ISSUERS. AS PER SEBI AIF REGULATIONS, 2012, A CATEGORY III AIF IS NOT ALLOWED TO INVEST MORE THAN 10% OF INVESTABLE FUNDS (IN CASE OF ALL ASSET CLASSES EXCEPT EQUITY) IN A SINGLE INVESTEE COMPANY. HOWEVER, THE SCHEME INADVERTENTLY BREACHED THE LIMIT OF 10% IN ONE OF THE DEBT PORTFOLIO INVESTMENTS IN A PSU VIZ. INDIAN RAILWAY FINANCIAL CORPORATION, DONE BY THE SCHEME FROM MAY 13, 2022 TILL JULY 11, 2022. IN THE ISSUER LIMIT TRACKER FILE, AGAINST EACH TRADE/SECURITY, THE NAME OF THE ISSUER WAS MANUALLY INSERTED/WRITTEN WHICH WAS THE ROOT CAUSE FOR THE BREACH OF THE CONCENTRATION LIMIT, AS THE MAKER OF THE ISSUER LIMIT TRACKER HAD WRITTEN AN INCORRECT NAME OF THE ISSUER AGAINST THE PARTICULAR SECURITY. FOR E.G.; IRFC 08.48% TAXFREE SERIES 89A OPTION-II21-NOV-2028 BOND WAS MARKED AGAINST ISSUER NAME OF REC, RESULTING IN TO INCORRECT AMOUNT OF INVESTMENTS AS WELL AS ITS VALUATION AGAINST THE ISSUER I.E. IRFC, WHICH IN TURN RESULTED INTO THE BREACH OF SEBI CONCENTRATION LIMIT NORMS. THE SETTLEMENT PROCEEDING IN RESPECT OF THE SAID DEFAULT HAS BEEN CLOSED WITH SEBI. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.

Sanction detail — filed text

KAAML HAS PAID THE SETTLEMENT FEES TO SEBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,320.
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This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
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AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
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11.D(1)
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11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.

Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
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One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
No Information Filed
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE BOARD OF INDIA (SEBI)
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
10/12/2023
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
KOTAK OPTIMUS MODERATE SCHEME ("THE SCHEME"), A SCHEME OF KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSETS FUND III ('THE FUND') BEING A CATEGORY III ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENT
FUND HAVING SEBI REGISTRATION NO. IN/AIF3/18-19/0604 DATED OCTOBER 19, 2018. THE OBJECTIVE OF THE SCHEME IS TO ACHIEVE MODERATE CAPITAL APPRECIATION
OF ASSETS BY EQUALLY ALLOCATING INVESTMENTS TO DEBT AND EQUITY SECURITIES. INVESTMENTS ARE WELL DIVERSIFIED TO REDUCE SIGNIFICANT RISKS TO ANY
PARTICULAR INVESTMENT IN THE PORTFOLIO. KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED ("KAAML"), A SUBSIDIARY OF KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED, ACTS AS THE
INVESTMENT MANAGER TO THE SCHEME. AS PART OF THE INVESTMENT STRATEGY, THE SCHEME INVESTS IN TAX FREE BONDS OF PUBLIC SECTOR UNIT (PSU) ISSUERS. AS
PER SEBI AIF REGULATIONS, 2012, A CATEGORY III AIF IS NOT ALLOWED TO INVEST MORE THAN 10% OF INVESTABLE FUNDS (IN CASE OF ALL ASSET CLASSES EXCEPT

EQUITY) IN A SINGLE INVESTEE COMPANY. HOWEVER, THE SCHEME INADVERTENTLY BREACHED THE LIMIT OF 10% IN ONE OF THE DEBT PORTFOLIO INVESTMENTS IN A PSU
VIZ. INDIAN RAILWAY FINANCIAL CORPORATION, DONE BY THE SCHEME FROM MAY 13, 2022 TILL JULY 11, 2022. IN THE ISSUER LIMIT TRACKER FILE, AGAINST EACH
TRADE/SECURITY, THE NAME OF THE ISSUER WAS MANUALLY INSERTED/WRITTEN WHICH WAS THE ROOT CAUSE FOR THE BREACH OF THE CONCENTRATION LIMIT, AS THE
MAKER OF THE ISSUER LIMIT TRACKER HAD WRITTEN AN INCORRECT NAME OF THE ISSUER AGAINST THE PARTICULAR SECURITY. FOR E.G.; IRFC 08.48% TAXFREE SERIES
89A OPTION-II21-NOV-2028 BOND WAS MARKED AGAINST ISSUER NAME OF REC, RESULTING IN TO INCORRECT AMOUNT OF INVESTMENTS AS WELL AS ITS VALUATION
AGAINST THE ISSUER I.E. IRFC, WHICH IN TURN RESULTED INTO THE BREACH OF SEBI CONCENTRATION LIMIT NORMS. THE SETTLEMENT PROCEEDING IN RESPECT OF THE
SAID DEFAULT HAS BEEN CLOSED WITH SEBI. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
01/30/2024
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 8,320.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KAAML HAS PAID THE SETTLEMENT FEES TO SEBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,320.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
KOTAK OPTIMUS MODERATE SCHEME ("THE SCHEME"), A SCHEME OF KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSETS FUND III ('THE FUND') BEING A CATEGORY III ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENT
FUND HAVING SEBI REGISTRATION NO. IN/AIF3/18-19/0604 DATED OCTOBER 19, 2018. THE OBJECTIVE OF THE SCHEME IS TO ACHIEVE MODERATE CAPITAL APPRECIATION
OF ASSETS BY EQUALLY ALLOCATING INVESTMENTS TO DEBT AND EQUITY SECURITIES. INVESTMENTS ARE WELL DIVERSIFIED TO REDUCE SIGNIFICANT RISKS TO ANY
PARTICULAR INVESTMENT IN THE PORTFOLIO. KOTAK ALTERNATE ASSET MANAGERS LIMITED ("KAAML"), A SUBSIDIARY OF KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED, ACTS AS THE
INVESTMENT MANAGER TO THE SCHEME. AS PART OF THE INVESTMENT STRATEGY, THE SCHEME INVESTS IN TAX FREE BONDS OF PUBLIC SECTOR UNIT (PSU) ISSUERS. AS
PER SEBI AIF REGULATIONS, 2012, A CATEGORY III AIF IS NOT ALLOWED TO INVEST MORE THAN 10% OF INVESTABLE FUNDS (IN CASE OF ALL ASSET CLASSES EXCEPT
EQUITY) IN A SINGLE INVESTEE COMPANY. HOWEVER, THE SCHEME INADVERTENTLY BREACHED THE LIMIT OF 10% IN ONE OF THE DEBT PORTFOLIO INVESTMENTS IN A PSU
VIZ. INDIAN RAILWAY FINANCIAL CORPORATION, DONE BY THE SCHEME FROM MAY 13, 2022 TILL JULY 11, 2022. IN THE ISSUER LIMIT TRACKER FILE, AGAINST EACH
TRADE/SECURITY, THE NAME OF THE ISSUER WAS MANUALLY INSERTED/WRITTEN WHICH WAS THE ROOT CAUSE FOR THE BREACH OF THE CONCENTRATION LIMIT, AS THE
MAKER OF THE ISSUER LIMIT TRACKER HAD WRITTEN AN INCORRECT NAME OF THE ISSUER AGAINST THE PARTICULAR SECURITY. FOR E.G.; IRFC 08.48% TAXFREE SERIES
89A OPTION-II21-NOV-2028 BOND WAS MARKED AGAINST ISSUER NAME OF REC, RESULTING IN TO INCORRECT AMOUNT OF INVESTMENTS AS WELL AS ITS VALUATION
AGAINST THE ISSUER I.E. IRFC, WHICH IN TURN RESULTED INTO THE BREACH OF SEBI CONCENTRATION LIMIT NORMS. THE SETTLEMENT PROCEEDING IN RESPECT OF THE
SAID DEFAULT HAS BEEN CLOSED WITH SEBI. THE SAID SETTLEMENT ORDER HAS NO IMPACT ON THE US ADVISORY BUSINESS OR ITS CLIENTS.
regulatory · block 20KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITEDPDF pages 87–89
Advisory affiliate name — filed text
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
Regulator name — filed text
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
$ 64,870.00
How was matter resolved — filed text
Settled

Action status / disposition — filed text

RBI HAD LEVIED A PENALTY FOR FOLLOWING: (A)THE BANK FAILED TO ENSURE THAT THE OUTSTANDING 'LOAN COMPONENT' WAS AT LEAST THE SPECIFIED PERCENTAGE OF THE SANCTIONED FUND-BASED WORKING CAPITAL LIMIT FOR CERTAIN BORROWERS IN LINE WITH RBI GUIDELINES ON LOAN SYSTEM FOR DELIVERY OF BANK CREDIT. (B)THE BANK DID NOT COMPLY WITH THE MARGIN REQUIREMENTS FOR INTRA-DAY LIMITS TO CERTAIN STOCK-BROKERS IN LINE WITH RBI GUIDELINES ON 'LOANS AND ADVANCES - STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTION
Other filed details

Description of allegations — filed text

RBI HAD LEVIED A PENALTY FOR FOLLOWING: (A)THE BANK FAILED TO ENSURE THAT THE OUTSTANDING 'LOAN COMPONENT' WAS AT LEAST THE SPECIFIED PERCENTAGE OF THE SANCTIONED FUND-BASED WORKING CAPITAL LIMIT FOR CERTAIN BORROWERS IN LINE WITH RBI GUIDELINES ON LOAN SYSTEM FOR DELIVERY OF BANK CREDIT. (B)THE BANK DID NOT COMPLY WITH THE MARGIN REQUIREMENTS FOR INTRA-DAY LIMITS TO CERTAIN STOCK-BROKERS IN LINE WITH RBI GUIDELINES ON 'LOANS AND ADVANCES - STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTION

Sanction detail — filed text

KMBL HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY RBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $64,870.
Full extracted filing text

Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an 
INITIAL OR
AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G.
of Form ADV.
Regulatory Action
Check item(s) being responded to:
11.C(1)
11.C(2)
11.C(3)
11.C(4)
11.C(5)
11.D(1)
11.D(2)
11.D(3)
11.D(4)
11.D(5)
11.E(1)
11.E(2)
11.E(3)
11.E(4)
11.F.
11.G.

Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed
Execution Page. 
One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event
gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP.
PART I
A.  The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are):
You (the advisory firm)
You and one or more of your advisory affiliates
One or more of your advisory affiliates
If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). 
If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box.
ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE
CRD Number:
This advisory affiliate is 
a Firm
an Individual
Registered:
Yes
No
Name:
KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LIMITED
(For individuals, Last, First, Middle)
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for
registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor.
If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that
event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than
ten years ago.
This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: 
B.
If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for
the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided.
 Yes
 No
NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records.
PART II
1.  Regulatory Action initiated by:
SEC   
Other Federal   
State   
SRO
Foreign
(Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) 
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA
2.
Principal Sanction:
Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s)
Other Sanctions: 
3.
Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 
04/11/2025
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
4.
Docket/Case Number:
5.
Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable):
6.
Principal Product Type:
No Product
Other Product Types: 
7.
Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided):
RBI HAD LEVIED A PENALTY FOR FOLLOWING: (A)THE BANK FAILED TO ENSURE THAT THE OUTSTANDING 'LOAN COMPONENT' WAS AT LEAST THE SPECIFIED PERCENTAGE OF
THE SANCTIONED FUND-BASED WORKING CAPITAL LIMIT FOR CERTAIN BORROWERS IN LINE WITH RBI GUIDELINES ON LOAN SYSTEM FOR DELIVERY OF BANK CREDIT.
(B)THE BANK DID NOT COMPLY WITH THE MARGIN REQUIREMENTS FOR INTRA-DAY LIMITS TO CERTAIN STOCK-BROKERS IN LINE WITH RBI GUIDELINES ON 'LOANS AND
ADVANCES - STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTION

8.
Current Status?      
 Pending
 On Appeal
 Final
9.
If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed:
If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only.
10. How was matter resolved:
Settled
11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY):
04/11/2025
 Exact
 Explanation
If not exact, provide explanation:
12. Resolution Detail:
A.  Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)?
 Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 64,870.00
 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial
 Disgorgement/Restitution
 Censure
 Cease and Desist/Injunction
 Bar
 Suspension
B.
Other Sanctions Ordered:
Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations
Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and
whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion
levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: 
KMBL HAS PAID THE PENALTY LEVIED BY RBI IN THE AMOUNT OF $64,870.
13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the
space provided).
RBI HAD LEVIED A PENALTY FOR FOLLOWING: (A)THE BANK FAILED TO ENSURE THAT THE OUTSTANDING 'LOAN COMPONENT' WAS AT LEAST THE SPECIFIED PERCENTAGE OF
THE SANCTIONED FUND-BASED WORKING CAPITAL LIMIT FOR CERTAIN BORROWERS IN LINE WITH RBI GUIDELINES ON LOAN SYSTEM FOR DELIVERY OF BANK CREDIT.
(B)THE BANK DID NOT COMPLY WITH THE MARGIN REQUIREMENTS FOR INTRA-DAY LIMITS TO CERTAIN STOCK-BROKERS IN LINE WITH RBI GUIDELINES ON 'LOANS AND
ADVANCES - STATUTORY AND OTHER RESTRICTION

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