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Top Mutual Funds India - Compare 1000+ Schemes by NAV, Returns, AUM
Compare 1000+ Indian mutual funds across Equity, Debt, Hybrid, and ELSS categories. See live NAV, 1-year / 3-year / 5-year returns, expense ratios, AUM, and Sharpe ratio to pick funds worth your SIP. Direct plans save 0.5-1% p.a. vs regular plans - over 20 years that difference compounds to 15-25% more corpus.
Mutual fund categories covered
- Equity - Large-cap, Mid-cap, Small-cap, Multi-cap, Flexi-cap
- Debt - Liquid, Ultra-short, Short-duration, Corporate bond, Gilt
- Hybrid - Aggressive, Conservative, Balanced advantage, Dynamic asset allocation
- ELSS - Tax-saving equity funds under Section 80C (₹1.5L/year deduction, 3-year lock-in)
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Mutual funds: common questions
What are the best mutual funds to invest in India?
The best mutual funds depend on your goals and risk appetite. For long-term wealth creation, large cap and flexi cap equity funds are popular. For tax saving, ELSS funds offer Section 80C deductions with a 3-year lock-in. Use Downstox to compare returns, expense ratios, and AUM across 1000+ schemes.
How do I compare mutual funds in India?
Compare mutual funds by looking at 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year returns, expense ratio, AUM (Assets Under Management), fund manager track record, and risk-adjusted returns (Sharpe ratio). Downstox lets you filter and compare funds across equity, debt, hybrid, and ELSS categories for free.
What is SIP and how does it work?
SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) lets you invest a fixed amount in a mutual fund at regular intervals (monthly/weekly). It leverages rupee cost averaging - buying more units when prices are low and fewer when prices are high. SIPs can be started with as little as Rs 500 per month.
What is the difference between direct and regular mutual funds?
Direct mutual funds have lower expense ratios (0.5-1% less) because they eliminate distributor commissions. Regular plans include distributor fees, resulting in slightly lower returns over time. Over 20 years, the difference can amount to 15-25% more corpus with direct plans.
What is ELSS and how does it save tax?
ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme) is a tax-saving mutual fund that qualifies for deduction under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, up to Rs 1.5 lakh per year. ELSS has the shortest lock-in period (3 years) among 80C investments and offers equity market returns.