Yes, there are a number of mutual fund schemes which give you fixed monthly income. Further, you can also get monthly income by making a single investment in an open ended scheme and redeeming fix value of units at regular intervals.
No stock market related investments can be termed safe with certainty as they are inherently risky. However, different funds have different risk profile which is stated in its objective. Funds which categorize themselves as low risk, invest generally in debt which is less risky than equity. Anyway, as mutual funds have access to services of expert fund managers, they are always safer than direct investment in the stock markets.
Prevent Unauthorised transactions in your account : Update your mobile numbers/Email IDs with your stock brokers. Receive information of your transactions directly from Exchange on your mobile/email at the end of the day
KYC is one time exercise while dealing in securities markets - once KYC is done through a SEBI registered intermediary (broker, DP, Mutual Fund etc.), you need not undergo the same process again when you approach another intermediary.
No need to issue cheques by investors while subscribing to IPO. Just write the bank account number and sign in the application form to authorise your bank to make payment in case of allotment. No worries for refund as the money remains in investor's account.
Mandatory details for filing complaints on SCORES:
Name, PAN, Address, Mobile Number, Email ID
Benefits:
Effective communication
Speedy redressal of the grievances
You may refer the SCORES website (link: https://scores.sebi.gov.in) and the FAQs available thereon for the same.