Tata Overnight Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 16, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Tata Overnight Fund Direct Growth Plan currently has a NAV of ₹1455.5258 as of 15 Sep 2026 and manages ₹4,571 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 5.31%, 6.11% and 5.73%, and the fund sits in the Low Risk category. Our view is that this is a conservative overnight debt option for investors who value capital stability and steady short-horizon compounding more than higher return potential.
The portfolio is built almost entirely around cash and very short-duration instruments, so the return pattern has remained restrained but relatively orderly. That makes the fund more relevant for parking surplus money or holding a defensive debt allocation than for pursuing aggressive growth.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹1,455.5258 as of 15 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹4,571 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.05% |
| Launch Date | 27 Mar 2019 |
| Risk Category | Low Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Liquid |
| Exit Load | No exit load |
| Fund Managers | Jennifer Karkaria, Vijay Kerkar |
The fund is managed by Jennifer Karkaria and Vijay Kerkar.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | 0.4% | -4.81% |
| 3M | 1.27% | -3.63% |
| 1Y | 5.31% | -8.27% |
| 3Y | 6.11% | 5.59% |
| 5Y | 5.73% | 5.58% |
The short-term return pattern has been calm, with the fund posting small positive gains over 1 month and 3 months while the benchmark was negative over the same horizons. That kind of behaviour is consistent with an overnight-style debt fund: the objective is not sharp upside, but a smooth, low-drawdown path.
Over 1 year, the fund has held up much better than the benchmark, which finished negative. That gap matters because it shows the fund’s defensive profile during a weak benchmark stretch, even though the absolute return level remains modest.
The longer record is steadier than exciting. The 3-year return of 6.11% is slightly ahead of the benchmark’s 5.59%, while the 5-year return of 5.73% is also marginally above the benchmark’s 5.58%. Our read is that the fund has not relied on a sudden pickup in recent months; instead, it has delivered a relatively consistent compounding pattern that fits a low-volatility debt allocation.
Compared with the benchmark, the fund has clearly been more resilient in the recent period and still maintains a small edge over longer windows. That combination suggests the fund has behaved in line with its conservative mandate rather than showing bursts of aggressive return-seeking.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
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Peer comparison
| Fund | 1Y return | 3Y return | 5Y return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Overnight Fund Direct Growth Plan | 5.31% | 6.11% | 5.73% |
| Axis Liquid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 6.6% | 7.02% | 6.4% |
| Sundaram Liquid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 6.6% | 7.01% | 6.38% |
| Aditya Birla SL Liquid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 6.59% | 7.02% | 6.41% |
| JioBlackRock Liquid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 6.58% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Edelweiss Liquid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 6.57% | 7.02% | 6.39% |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.
The current fund trails the peer group on 1-year return, where the available comparison funds are clustered around the mid-6% area. The gap is smaller on longer windows, but the current fund still sits below the 3-year and 5-year figures shown by the better-performing peers with available histories.
That said, the return profile is not inconsistent with a more defensive overnight fund. The peer comparison suggests that some liquid funds have compounded a little faster, while this fund has delivered a steadier and more restrained path. The difference between the short-term and long-term comparisons is therefore important: the peers lead on raw return figures, but the current fund’s appeal remains in its low-risk behaviour and orderly performance profile rather than in stretching for the highest numbers.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Repo | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 97.42% |
| TREPS | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 1.49% |
| ** Treasury Bill 182 Days (10/09/2026) $$ | Treasury Bills | 1.09% |
| ** Treasury Bill 91 Days (03/09/2026) | Treasury Bills | 0.55% |
The largest holding, Repo, is 97.42% of the portfolio, so the fund is heavily anchored in overnight-style cash management. That single position is so large that it is likely to have the biggest influence on day-to-day stability and on how closely the fund tracks its conservative mandate.
The decline from the largest holding to the smaller positions is steep. TREPS is only 1.49%, and the two treasury bills are 1.09% and 0.55%, which shows that the portfolio is not spread evenly across many active bets. Instead, the visible holdings are concentrated in a very short tail of four instruments, with cash and near-cash exposure dominating the structure.
Because the top holdings already add up to 100% and only four holdings are disclosed, the portfolio appears highly concentrated in ultra-short instruments rather than diversified across many line items. That can support a stable return profile, but it also means the fund’s character is defined much more by cash-like exposure than by broad security selection.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund is best understood as a low-risk liquid allocation for investors who want a conservative place to hold surplus cash over short horizons. The 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns show a steady but modest pattern, and the benchmark comparison suggests the fund has been more resilient in weaker stretches. The main trade-off is simple: you accept limited upside in exchange for a calmer return path and a portfolio dominated by cash-like holdings. That profile is more suitable for capital preservation and short-term parking than for building long-term growth.
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: No exit load.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Tata Overnight Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹1455.5258 as of 15 Sep 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The 1-year return is 5.31%, the 3-year return is 6.11%, and the 5-year return is 5.73%.
How has it performed against the benchmark?
The fund has been ahead of the benchmark over 1 month, 3 months, 1 year, 3 years and 5 years. The edge is especially visible over the recent 1-year period.
How does it compare with peer liquid funds?
Its 1-year return is below the available peer figures shown here, while its 3-year and 5-year returns are also a little lower than the stronger peer numbers with available histories. The trade-off is a steadier low-risk profile rather than the highest return shown in the comparison set.
Is there a minimum SIP amount?
A minimum SIP amount is not stated here.
What are the fund’s risk profile, holdings and exit load?
The fund is in the Low Risk category. Its portfolio is dominated by Repo at 97.42%, with a small allocation to TREPS and treasury bills, and it has no exit load.
Bottom line
Tata Overnight Fund Direct Growth Plan has shown a steadier long-term pattern than its benchmark, with recent resilience in weaker market stretches and only modest return levels overall. Against peers, the available return figures are lower, but the fund’s appeal is not about chasing the highest numbers. Its Low Risk profile and extremely cash-heavy portfolio make it suitable for investors who want a short-horizon, conservative debt option with limited volatility and a strong emphasis on liquidity and capital stability.
Published on 16 September 2026 at 12:42 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.