Re: Direct to AMCs or through Agent ??
it's worthwhile dealing directly with AMCs to save the entry load. as mrindia has pointed out, it will be cumbersome handling it physically- paperwork, visiting the offices, or waiting for courier to arrive, etc,etc.
many AMCs offering online services. again, KYC compliance, so many user ids, PINs -with each AMC for every folio no.- going to be time consuming.
needs patience and time!