Exit Load in Mutual Funds: Meaning

What is exit load?

Exit Load is a fee or charge levied by an Asset Management Company when an investor redeems or transfers units from a mutual fund scheme. It's deducted from the Net Asset Value (NAV) and serves as a deterrent for premature withdrawal.

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