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Nifty 50 (1Y)+18.2%

Top ELSS (3Y)22.4%

Top Index Fund ER0.10%

Min SIP₹500

ITR deadline31 Jul

Data · Apr 2026

Best Mutual Funds in India

Q: What is the best mutual fund to invest in India?

For long-term wealth, Nifty 50 index funds have averaged 12% returns. For tax saving, ELSS funds offer 80C deduction up to ₹1.5L.

Q: Is SIP better than lump sum?

SIP reduces timing risk through rupee cost averaging. Lump sum works better in rising markets. For most investors, SIP is recommended.

Q: How are mutual funds taxed in India?

Equity: LTCG above ₹1.25L taxed at 12.5% (held >1yr). Debt: taxed at slab rate. ELSS qualifies for 80C.

Compare mutual funds by returns, expense ratio, and risk grade. Ranked by real performance — not what pays us most.

40+ AMCsNAV daily

All Funds Equity Debt Hybrid Index ELSS Large Cap Mid Cap Small Cap Flexi Cap

Equity Funds

Higher returns, higher risk

Debt Funds

Stable returns, lower risk

Hybrid Funds

Mix of equity + debt

Index Funds

Low cost, market returns

	Risk
Taurus Nifty 50 Index Fund - Regular Plan - Growth Index FundTaurus Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
Taurus Nifty 50 Index Fund - Regular Plan - Payout of Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal option Index FundTaurus Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
Taurus Unclaimed Redemption - Growth HybridTaurus Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
Templeton India Value Fund - Direct - Growth Multi CapFranklin Templeton Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
Templeton India Value Fund - Direct - IDCW Multi CapFranklin Templeton Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
Templeton India Value Fund - Growth Plan Multi CapFranklin Templeton Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
Templeton India Value Fund - IDCW Multi CapFranklin Templeton Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY ARBITRAGE FUND DIRECT GROWTH HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY ARBITRAGE FUND DIRECT IDCW HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY ARBITRAGE FUND REGULAR GROWTH HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY ARITRAGE FUND REGULAR IDCW HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Balanced Advantage Fund - Direct Growth HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Balanced Advantage Fund - Direct IDCW HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Balanced Advantage Fund - Regular Growth HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Balanced Advantage Fund - Regular IDCW HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY ETHICAL FUND DIRECT GROWTH Multi CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY ETHICAL FUND DIRECT IDCW Multi CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY ETHICAL FUND REGULAR GROWTH Multi CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY ETHICAL FUND REGULAR IDCW Multi CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY FLEXI CAP FUND - DIRECT GROWTH Flexi CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY FLEXI CAP FUND - DIRECT IDCW Flexi CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY FLEXI CAP FUND - REGULAR GROWTH Flexi CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY FLEXI CAP FUND - REGULAR IDCW Flexi CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Gold ETF Index FundThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY GOLD ETF FOF DIRECT GROWTH HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY GOLD ETF FOF DIRECT IDCW HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY GOLD ETF FOF REGULAR GROWTH HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY GOLD ETF FOF REGULAR IDCW HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY LIQUID FUND DIRECT DAILY ICDW DebtThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY LIQUID FUND DIRECT GROWTH DebtThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY LIQUID FUND DIRECT MONTHLY IDCW DebtThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY LIQUID FUND DIRECT WEEKLY DebtThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY LIQUID FUND REGULAR DAILY IDCW DebtThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY LIQUID FUND REGULAR GROWTH DebtThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY LIQUID FUND REGULAR MONTHLY IDCW DebtThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
THE WEALTH COMPANY LIQUID FUND REGULAR WEEKLY IDCW DebtThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Multi Asset Allocation Fund - Direct Growth HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Multi Asset Allocation Fund - Direct IDCW HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Multi Asset Allocation Fund - Regular Growth HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Multi Asset Allocation Fund - Regular IDCW HybridThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Small Cap Fund- Direct-Growth Small CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Very High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Small Cap Fund- Direct-IDCW Small CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Very High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Small Cap Fund- Regular-Growth Small CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Very High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
The Wealth Company Small Cap Fund- Regular-IDCW Small CapThe Wealth Company Mutual Fund	Very High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
TRUST MF OVERNIGHT FUND-DIRECT PLAN-DAILY IDCW REINVESTMENT DebtTrust Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
TRUST MF OVERNIGHT FUND-DIRECT PLAN-GROWTH DebtTrust Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
TRUST MF OVERNIGHT FUND-REGULAR PLAN-DAILY IDCW REINVESTMENT DebtTrust Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
TRUST MF OVERNIGHT FUND-REGULAR-GROWTH DebtTrust Mutual Fund	Moderate	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
TRUSTMF ARBITRAGE FUND -DIRECT PLAN-GROWTH HybridTrust Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →
TRUSTMF ARBITRAGE FUND -REGULAR PLAN-GROWTH HybridTrust Mutual Fund	Moderately High	0%	0%	0%	0%	Details →

This Week in Indian Money

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Deadline·22 Apr 2026
Capital gains filing window closes 31 July
LTCG above ₹1.25L now taxed at 12.5%. AY2026-27 statements available in CAMS.
News·19 Apr 2026
Nippon India Small Cap gates fresh inflows
Third AMC this year to stop SIP acceptance in small-cap. Signals stretched valuations — SEBI may mandate restrictions.
Source: SEBI MF statistics
Rate Change·16 Apr 2026
Nifty 50 Index fund expense ratios compressed to 0.10%
UTI and Navi undercut on direct plan — lowest ever for an Indian index fund.
Policy·15 Apr 2026
SEBI mandates flexible SIP increase for existing investors
All AMCs must allow SIP top-ups without creating new folio — rolls out from June 1.
Source: SEBI circular

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best mutual fund to invest in India?

It depends on your goals and risk tolerance. For long-term wealth creation, index funds tracking Nifty 50 have averaged 12% annual returns. For tax saving, ELSS funds offer Section 80C deduction up to ₹1.5L. For stability, debt funds or hybrid funds are better.

Is SIP better than lump sum investment?

SIP reduces timing risk through rupee cost averaging — you buy more units when prices are low. Lump sum works better in consistently rising markets. For most investors, monthly SIP is the recommended approach as it builds discipline.

How are mutual funds taxed in India?

Equity funds held >1 year: LTCG above ₹1.25L taxed at 12.5%. Short-term (<1yr): 20%. Debt funds: taxed at your income tax slab rate regardless of holding period. ELSS qualifies for 80C deduction up to ₹1.5L with a 3-year lock-in.

What is expense ratio and why does it matter?

Expense ratio is the annual fee charged by the fund house for managing your money. A 1% vs 0.1% difference means lakhs over 20 years. Index funds typically have the lowest ratios (0.1-0.5%). Always compare expense ratios within the same category.

How do I choose between direct and regular plans?

Direct plans have 0.5-1% lower expense ratios (no distributor commission) and deliver higher returns over time. Regular plans include distributor fees. The fund itself is identical — only the fee structure differs. We always recommend direct plans.

What does "risk grade" mean for mutual funds?

SEBI mandates risk labels: Low, Low to Moderate, Moderate, Moderately High, High, Very High. This is based on the fund's portfolio volatility. Equity funds are typically High/Very High. Debt funds range from Low to Moderate. Match your risk grade to your investment horizon.

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