NIC ASIA Equity Opportunity Fund NFO Opens Today: Issue Details, How to Apply & Key Highlights
23rd September 2026, Kathmandu
NIC Asia Capital Limited has opened its 80 million-unit mutual fund scheme, “NIC ASIA Equity Opportunity Fund,” to the general public starting today (7th Ashwin, 2083). Check the issue size, price, minimum application, and step-by-step instructions on how to apply via Mero Share.
NIC ASIA Equity Opportunity Fund NFO Opens
NIC Asia Capital Limited has officially launched its new closed-end mutual fund scheme, the NIC ASIA Equity Opportunity Fund, to the general public starting today, 7th Ashwin, 2083. The capital market company is offering a total of 80 million units at a face value of Rs 10 per unit, bringing the total issue size to Rs 80 Crore (NPR 800 million).
This equity-oriented scheme is designed to capture capital growth opportunities in the Nepalese stock market (NEPSE) through active management and strategic portfolio allocation.
Key Highlights of the NFO
| Feature | Details |
| Scheme Name | NIC ASIA Equity Opportunity Fund |
| Fund Manager / Issue Manager | NIC Asia Capital Limited |
| Fund Sponsor | NIC ASIA Bank Limited |
| Scheme Type | Close-Ended Mutual Fund |
| Total Issue Size | 80,000,000 Units (Rs 80 Crore) |
| Sponsor & Capital Allocation (15%) | 12,000,000 Units (Rs 12 Crore) |
| Public Offer Allocation (85%) | 68,000,000 Units (Rs 68 Crore) |
| Face Value | Rs 10 per unit |
| Minimum Application | 100 units (Rs 1,000) |
| Maximum Application | 8,000,000 units (Rs 8 Crore) |
| Opening Date | 7th Ashwin, 2083 |
| Early Closing Date | 11th Ashwin, 2083 |
| Extended Closing Date | 21st Ashwin, 2083 (if under-subscribed) |
| Application Channel | Mero Share / C-ASBA approved Banks |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The primary goal of the NIC ASIA Equity Opportunity Fund is to achieve long-term capital appreciation and provide steady dividend distributions to unit holders.
Core Features:
Equity Focus: A major portion of the fund’s corpus will be deployed in listed shares on NEPSE across fundamentally strong sectors, including banking, insurance, hydropower, and manufacturing.
Professional Management: Managed by experienced financial analysts and fund managers at NIC Asia Capital Limited.
Risk Diversification: Spread across a diversified portfolio of equities, fixed-income instruments, and money market investments to optimize returns while managing risk exposure.
How to Apply for NIC ASIA Equity Opportunity Fund via Mero Share
Retail investors can apply online using the C-ASBA system integrated into the Mero Share portal.
Log in to Mero Share: Access your account via iporesult.cdsc.com.np or the Mero Share App.
Navigate to ‘Apply for Issue’: Click on the C-ASBA section from the sidebar and select Apply for Issue.
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Select the Scheme: Locate NIC ASIA Equity Opportunity Fund under the open issues list and click Apply.
Fill in Details:
Select your registered Bank and Account Number.
Enter the number of units (Minimum: 100 units = Rs 1,000).
Enter your CRN Number.
Submit & Confirm: Accept the terms, enter your 4-digit transaction PIN, and submit your application.
Why Consider Investing?
Low Capital Entry: Investors can start with an investment of just Rs 1,000 (100 units).
Tax-Efficient Dividends: Mutual fund payouts offer favorable tax treatment compared to direct dividend income.
Liquidity via NEPSE: As a closed-end scheme, the units will be listed on NEPSE, allowing investors to trade units on the secondary market after allotment.
Considering the early closing date of 11th Ashwin, 2083, interested investors are encouraged to submit their applications promptly through Mero Share or C-ASBA member banks.
