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Do’s & Don’ts for Registering a Category I AIF in India | Corpzo , Below, I’ve distilled the key legal points you must follow (Do’s) and the common pitfalls to avoid (Don’ts) when applying for / setting up a Category I AIF in India. I cite the primary SEBI sources and recent SEBI circulars for the most important rules so you can rely on them for formal compliance. SEBI extended the mandatory custodian requirement — Category I (and II) schemes with a corpus ≤ ₹500 crore must appoint a custodian if they hold investments; all schemes must follow the timelines in the circular. Appoint a SEBI-registered custodian before the first investment where applicable. Also, ensure demat requirements are complied with.