{"id":13914,"date":"2026-05-27T07:32:40","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T07:32:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/solution-oriented-schemes\/"},"modified":"2026-05-27T07:32:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T07:32:40","slug":"solution-oriented-schemes","status":"publish","type":"glossary","link":"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/solution-oriented-schemes\/","title":{"rendered":"Solution Oriented Schemes: Goal-Based Mutual Funds"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 id=\"solution-oriented-schemes-a-practical-guide\">Solution Oriented Schemes: A Practical Guide<\/h1>\n<p>Solution Oriented Schemes are <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/mutual-fund\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">mutual fund<\/a> categories designed for specific life goals. <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/sebi\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>SEBI<\/a> has defined two main types: Retirement Funds and Children&rsquo;s Funds. These schemes come with a lock-in period of five years or until the goal is reached. Indian investors use them for disciplined long-term goal planning.<\/p>\n<p>This guide explains how Solution Oriented Schemes work and how to use them.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-solution-oriented-schemes\">What Are Solution Oriented Schemes?<\/h2>\n<p>Solution Oriented Schemes invest across <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/equity\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">equity<\/a>, debt, and other <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/assets\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">assets<\/a> based on the goal. They have a built-in lock-in to support long-term discipline.<\/p>\n<p>The two SEBI categories are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Retirement Funds<\/li>\n<li>Children&#x2019;s Funds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each focuses on a specific life goal.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-they-work\">How They Work<\/h2>\n<p>When you invest:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The AMC pools money from many investors<\/li>\n<li>The fund manager picks assets based on the goal<\/li>\n<li>The lock-in supports steady investing<\/li>\n<li>The <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/nav\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>NAV<\/a> reflects the daily value<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The structure helps investors stay focused.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-these-schemes-matter\">Why These Schemes Matter<\/h2>\n<p>Solution oriented schemes matter for three reasons:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>They support long-term goal-based investing<\/li>\n<li>The lock-in builds discipline<\/li>\n<li>They simplify planning for specific goals<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A clean scheme offers focused long-term wealth building.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"lock-in-period\">Lock-in Period<\/h2>\n<p>Solution oriented schemes have a lock-in of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>5 years<\/li>\n<li>Or until the goal is reached (retirement age or child reaching adulthood)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You cannot redeem before the lock-in ends.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"benefits\">Benefits<\/h2>\n<p>These schemes offer:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Built-in discipline<\/li>\n<li>Goal-focused asset allocation<\/li>\n<li>Professional management<\/li>\n<li>Long-term compounding<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>These benefits suit committed investors.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"risks\">Risks<\/h2>\n<p>Risks include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lock-in restricts <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/liquidity\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">liquidity<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Market risk on equity portion<\/li>\n<li>Manager risk<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/tax\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>Tax<\/a> impact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A clear plan helps manage these.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-invest\">How to Invest<\/h2>\n<p>A common method:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Pick a goal (retirement or child)<\/li>\n<li>Choose a quality solution oriented scheme<\/li>\n<li>Pick direct or regular plan<\/li>\n<li>Start <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/sip\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>SIP<\/a> for steady investing<\/li>\n<li>Hold until the goal<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A goal-based approach builds strong results.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tax-rules\">Tax Rules<\/h2>\n<p>Tax rules depend on the equity allocation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>More than 65 percent equity: taxed like equity funds<\/li>\n<li>Less than 65 percent: taxed as per slab<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Confirm before investing.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"common-mistakes\">Common Mistakes<\/h2>\n<p>New investors often:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose without a clear goal<\/li>\n<li>Underestimate the lock-in<\/li>\n<li>Skip <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/risk-profile\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">risk profile<\/a> checks<\/li>\n<li>Switch funds too often<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A clean plan avoids these errors.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-better-use\">Tips for Better Use<\/h2>\n<p>A few habits help:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Match the scheme to your goal<\/li>\n<li>Use direct plans<\/li>\n<li>Use SIPs for steady investing<\/li>\n<li>Stay invested for the full lock-in<\/li>\n<li>Plan for the goal year<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Sound habits build long-term wealth.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"solution-oriented-vs-other-funds\">Solution Oriented vs Other Funds<\/h2>\n<p>The two differ:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Other funds: open-ended without lock-in<\/li>\n<li>Solution oriented: lock-in of 5 years or until the goal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The lock-in supports goal focus.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"asset-allocation-role\">Asset Allocation Role<\/h2>\n<p>Solution oriented schemes form a dedicated allocation for specific goals. Combine them with other funds for broader needs.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"key-takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Solution Oriented Schemes are for retirement or child goals<\/li>\n<li>They have a lock-in of 5 years or until the goal<\/li>\n<li>They suit long-term goal-based investing<\/li>\n<li>Tax depends on the equity allocation<\/li>\n<li>Indian investors use them for disciplined planning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Solution Oriented Schemes give clear structure to long-term goals. Pick the right scheme, use SIPs, and let the lock-in support steady wealth building.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Solution Oriented Schemes: A Practical Guide Solution Oriented Schemes are mutual fund categories designed for specific life goals. SEBI has defined two main types: Retirement Funds and Children&#x2019;s Funds. These schemes come with a lock-in period of five years or until the goal is reached. Indian investors use them for disciplined long-term goal planning. 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