Invesco India Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 15, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Invesco India Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan has a NAV of ₹23.985 as of 11 Sep 2026 and a scheme AUM of ₹776 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are -5.19%, 10.44% and 9.62% respectively, and the fund is tagged as High Risk. Our view is that this is a mixed profile: the longer-term numbers are steadier than the latest 12-month result, while the portfolio keeps a meaningful equity-and-credit mix that can move unevenly in the short run.
For investors who can accept volatility and want an aggressive hybrid allocation with a multi-year horizon, the fund may fit better than a short-term parking option. The benchmark comparison is also important here: the fund has held up better than Nifty 50 over 3 years and 5 years, even though the most recent year was weaker.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹23.985 as of 11 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹776 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.69% |
| Launch Date | 30 Jun 2018 |
| Min SIP | ₹100 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Hybrid |
| Exit Load | Nil upto 10% of units and 1% for above the limits on or before 1Y, Nil after 1Y |
| Fund Managers | Hiten Jain, Amey Sathe, Krishna Cheemalapati |
The fund is managed by Hiten Jain, Amey Sathe and Krishna Cheemalapati.
Source data date: as of 11 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -1.55% | -3.66% |
| 3M | 0.94% | -1.91% |
| 1Y | -5.19% | -7.62% |
| 3Y | 10.44% | 6.22% |
| 5Y | 9.62% | 5.84% |
The recent picture is weak but not chaotic. The 1-month and 3-month figures point to a choppy patch, yet the fund still stayed ahead of the benchmark over both periods, which suggests the portfolio has recently absorbed market softness somewhat better than Nifty 50.
The 1-year result remains negative, so the last 12 months have not been comfortable for investors. Even so, the fund still outperformed the benchmark over that horizon, which matters because it shows relative resilience rather than outright growth.
The longer view is better. Over 3 years and 5 years, the fund’s returns are comfortably above the benchmark, and that gap tells us the strategy has compounded more effectively across a fuller market cycle. Our view is that the fund’s longer-run pattern is more informative than the weak one-year outcome, although the short-term fluctuations remind investors that the journey is not smooth.
Put simply, the fund has had a softer recent stretch, but its multi-year record remains ahead of the benchmark. That combination usually suits investors who can tolerate interim drawdowns in exchange for a better chance at medium-term compounding.
Source data date: as of 11 Sep 2026
Should you BUY or HOLD Invesco India Aggressive Hybrid?
A fund’s past returns alone don’t tell you whether you should buy it today or continue holding it.
The right decision depends on factors such as your current allocation, purchase price, risk profile, investment horizon and the role this fund plays in your overall portfolio.
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Peer comparison
| Fund | 1Y return | 3Y return | 5Y return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invesco India Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan | -5.19% | 10.44% | 9.62% |
| Bank of India Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 15.81% | 16.83% | 14.98% |
| HSBC Multi Asset Active FOF Direct Growth Plan | 14.68% | 15.12% | 12.3% |
| Quant Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 10.09% | 12.36% | 12.93% |
| Navi Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 9.65% | 11.84% | 11.49% |
| HSBC Aggressive Hybrid Active FOF Direct Growth Plan | 8.26% | 12.26% | 10.96% |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.
On recent numbers, the fund trails the strongest peer figures by a wide margin because its 1-year return is negative while the peer set has positive one-year gains. That said, the 3-year and 5-year figures remain competitive within the group and show that the fund has not been weak across longer periods.
The key split is between the short term and the longer term. Several peers show stronger recent momentum, but the fund’s medium-term record is still in a solid range, so the peer comparison does not tell a single story; it points to recent pressure against a steadier multi-year record.
Source data date: as of 11 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Invesco India Ultra Short to Short Term Fund-Dr GR | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 7.58% |
| ICICI Bank Limited | Bank | 5.24% |
| HDFC Bank Limited | Bank | 4.75% |
| Infosys Limited | IT | 3.65% |
| Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd | Bank | 3.24% |
| 7.37% Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited 2029 ** | Corporate Debt | 3.21% |
| 8.20% Adani Power Limited 2029 ** | Corporate Debt | 3.2% |
| Bank of Baroda 2027 # | Certificate of Deposit | 3.13% |
| Tata Consultancy Services Limited | IT | 2.78% |
| ITC Limited | FMCG | 2.3% |
The largest holding is Invesco India Ultra Short to Short Term Fund-Dr GR at 7.58%, so no single position dominates the portfolio by itself. The drop from the first holding to the tenth is fairly gradual rather than abrupt, which suggests the visible core is spread across several positions instead of leaning on one outsized allocation.
The top 10 holdings together account for approximately 39.08% of the portfolio, and the full disclosed holding list runs to 62 positions. That combination points to a portfolio that is not narrowly concentrated in the visible leaders, even though the largest positions are still large enough to matter for returns and risk.
Because the list includes banks, IT names, corporate debt and a domestic mutual fund unit, the portfolio may carry more moving parts than a simple equity-only structure. In our view, that mix can help diversify drivers of return, but it also means investors may see performance shaped by both equity market swings and credit-sensitive holdings.
To see all holdings, visit the Invesco India Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan page
Source data date: as of 11 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund suits investors who can live with a High Risk profile and hold through uneven periods. The 1-year return has been weak, so it is not a comfortable choice for anyone with a short horizon or low tolerance for drawdowns.
The better fit is an investor with a multi-year horizon who can accept short-term volatility in exchange for a stronger 3-year and 5-year pattern versus the benchmark. The main trade-off is that the fund may lag in rough market phases even when its longer-run compounding remains healthier.
Its mixed equity and debt-style portfolio also makes it more complex than a plain equity fund. That can help balance swings, but it does not remove risk, so the investor needs patience rather than a quick-return mindset.
Tax and exit load
| Holding period | Tax rate | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Units held less than 1 year | 20% | Short-term capital gains tax |
| Units held more than 1 year | 12.5% | Long-term capital gains tax |
Exit load
Nil upto 10% of units and 1% for above the limits on or before 1Y, Nil after 1Y.
Source data date: as of 11 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Invesco India Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan?
Its NAV is ₹23.985 as of 11 Sep 2026.
How have the fund’s returns looked over 1 year, 3 years and 5 years?
The fund’s returns are -5.19% over 1 year, 10.44% over 3 years and 9.62% over 5 years.
How does the fund compare with Nifty 50?
It has done better than Nifty 50 over 1 year, 3 years and 5 years, although the 1-year period is still negative for the fund.
Which peer fund has the strongest recent return in the comparison set?
Bank of India Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan has the highest 1-year return in the peer table at 15.81%.
What is the minimum SIP amount?
The minimum SIP amount is not stated in the available fund details, so we are not listing one here.
Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?
The fund is managed by Hiten Jain, Amey Sathe and Krishna Cheemalapati. The exit load is nil up to 10% of units and 1% for amounts above that limit when sold on or before 1 year, and nil after 1 year.
Bottom line
Invesco India Aggressive Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan shows a clear split between a weak recent year and a better longer-term record. Its 3-year and 5-year returns are ahead of Nifty 50, while the latest 12 months were still negative. The portfolio is spread across 62 holdings, with the visible top positions covering banks, IT, debt and fund units, so the return path may remain uneven. It fits investors who can handle High Risk exposure and wait through volatility for a multi-year outcome.
Published on 15 September 2026 at 4:33 PM IST
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RIA disclosure
Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks. Read all scheme-related documents carefully before investing. This review is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. (earlier known as Uniapps Global Research Pvt. Ltd.) under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639 for general informational purposes and is not personalized investment advice.