Kotak Transportation & Logistics Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 16, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Kotak Transportation & Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan has a NAV of ₹11.939 as of 15 Sep 2026 and scheme AUM of ₹539 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 5.11%, Data not available and Data not available, and the fund sits in the High Risk category. Our view is that it suits investors who can tolerate sharp swings and want focused exposure to transport, logistics and related businesses rather than a broad market style.
The fund has been live since 16 Dec 2024, so the track record is still short. Recent performance has improved over the 3-month period, but the longer sequence remains uneven, which makes the fund better suited to patient investors who can hold through volatility.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹11.939 as of 15 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹539 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.83% |
| Launch Date | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Min SIP | ₹100 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Equity |
| Exit Load | 0.50% on or before 90D, Nil after 90D |
| Fund Managers | Nalin Rasik Bhatt, Abhishek Bisen |
The fund is managed by Nalin Rasik Bhatt and Abhishek Bisen.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -3.37% | -4.81% |
| 3M | 7.31% | -3.63% |
| 1Y | 5.11% | -8.27% |
| 3Y | Data not available | Data not available |
| 5Y | Data not available | Data not available |
The latest one-month move was negative, but it was still less weak than the benchmark over the same period. That matters because the fund has not shown a straight-line path: the 1-month and 1-year figures are modest, while the 3-month figure is meaningfully stronger. In our view, that pattern points to a scheme that can recover quickly after short dips, but not one that has yet built a long, smooth compounding record.
Over 3 months, the fund clearly held up better than the benchmark, which stayed negative. The 1-year comparison is also favorable on a relative basis, with the fund positive while Nifty 50 is lower over the same horizon. Even so, the starting point is important: this is a young equity fund, and the visible history is too short to treat the recent rebound as a full-cycle proof of consistency.
The time pattern also suggests a mix of rallies and pullbacks rather than steady upward progress. That can be acceptable in a High Risk category, but it means investors need to judge the fund on whether they are comfortable with uneven interim returns. At present, recent behaviour is better than the benchmark, while the longer visible record still looks incomplete.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kotak Transportation & Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan | 5.11% | Data not available | Data not available |
| ICICI Pru Strategic Metal and Energy Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan | 69.16% | 37.12% | Data not available |
| Motilal Oswal Active Momentum Fund Direct Growth Plan | 30.67% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Kotak Healthcare Fund Direct Growth Plan | 28.09% | Data not available | Data not available |
| HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund Direct Growth Plan | 27.47% | Data not available | Data not available |
| SBI Automotive Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan | 27.05% | Data not available | Data not available |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.
Against the peer set, the fund’s 1-year return is far lower than the stronger figures shown by the other listed strategies, even though it still remains positive. That tells us the recent profile is more restrained than the faster-moving thematic and sector-focused alternatives in the table. The shorter record makes the comparison especially important here, because the fund has not yet built a long history that can offset a softer one-year number.
For 3-year and 5-year figures, the comparison is more limited because the current fund does not yet have those horizons available. Several peers also have no 5-year figure shown, while one peer has a meaningful 3-year figure. So the peer story is split: recent return comparisons are clear, but longer-horizon comparisons remain incomplete for many funds in the group.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki India Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 8.61% |
| Hero Motocorp Ltd. | Automobile & Ancillaries | 7.27% |
| Indo-Mim Ltd | Domestic Equities | 6.42% |
| Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. | Automobile & Ancillaries | 6.25% |
| Inter Globe Aviation Ltd | Aviation | 5.96% |
| Bajaj Auto Ltd. | Automobile & Ancillaries | 5.46% |
| ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Ltd | Automobile & Ancillaries | 4.23% |
| Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited | Logistics | 4.19% |
| Ashok Leyland Ltd. | Automobile & Ancillaries | 3.81% |
| The Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd. | Logistics | 3.69% |
The largest holding, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, stands at 8.61%, which is large enough to matter but not so high that it dominates the portfolio by itself. The weight then steps down gradually through the next several positions, and the tenth holding is still 3.69%. That kind of spread suggests the fund is not built around a single oversized position, even though its biggest names can still influence day-to-day moves.
The top 10 holdings account for approximately 55.89% of the portfolio, and there are 34 disclosed holdings in all. That combination points to moderate concentration at the top with a longer tail below the visible names. In our view, the fund may therefore be shaped by a cluster of large positions rather than by one or two decisive bets alone.
Because the disclosed holdings span automobiles, logistics, aviation and domestic equities, the portfolio may move with transport-linked and mobility-linked themes rather than with a broad market basket. That thematic tilt could help if those businesses stay in favor, but it also means returns may depend more on sector cycles than on the wider equity market.
To see all holdings, visit the Kotak Transportation & Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan page
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund fits investors who can accept High Risk volatility and who want exposure to a focused transport-and-logistics theme. The visible return pattern is uneven, so a short holding period is unlikely to be suitable.
It is more appropriate for a longer horizon, especially if an investor can tolerate periods when the fund trails the benchmark or moves sharply from one month to the next. The main trade-off is that a concentrated thematic portfolio can offer differentiated upside when the theme works, but it may also be more sensitive to sector rotation and sentiment shifts.
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: 0.50% on or before 90D, Nil after 90D.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Kotak Transportation & Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The NAV is ₹11.939 as of 15 Sep 2026.
What are the 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The fund’s 1-year return is 5.11%. The 3-year and 5-year returns are Data not available.
How has the fund done versus Nifty 50?
It is ahead of Nifty 50 over 3 months and 1 year, while the benchmark is still negative over those same horizons. Over 1 month, the fund is also less weak than the benchmark.
How does it compare with the listed peer funds on recent returns?
Its 1-year return is lower than the other peer figures shown, but the fund still remains positive. The longer-horizon comparison is limited because this fund does not yet have 3-year or 5-year figures available.
Is there a minimum SIP amount?
Yes, the minimum SIP amount is ₹100.
What are the portfolio and exit-load characteristics?
The top holding is Maruti Suzuki India Limited at 8.61%, and the top 10 holdings together account for 55.89% of the portfolio. The exit load is 0.50% on or before 90D and nil after 90D, and the fund is managed by Nalin Rasik Bhatt and Abhishek Bisen.
Bottom line
Kotak Transportation & Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan has a short, uneven history, but its recent 3-month and 1-year numbers are better than the benchmark’s matching figures. Against the peer set, the visible one-year return is softer, while the longer-horizon comparison is limited by missing history. The fund carries a High Risk label and a themed portfolio, with the largest positions spread across transport-linked businesses rather than a single dominant holding. It may suit investors seeking sector-specific exposure and able to stay invested through volatility.
Published on 16 September 2026 at 8:09 AM IST
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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.