ITI Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 16, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
ITI Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan currently has a NAV of ₹19.4164 as of 15 September 2026 and an AUM of ₹363 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 0.16%, 10.02% and 9.02% respectively, and the fund is tagged High Risk.
Our view is that this is a large-cap option for investors who can stay patient through uneven shorter-term stretches and want exposure that has been anchored more by longer-horizon compounding than by sharp recent momentum. The portfolio is led by financials and other large, liquid names, which can make the fund suitable for a long holding period, but the recent one-year number shows that the ride may not be smooth.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹19.4164 as of 15 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹363 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.52% |
| Launch Date | 24 Dec 2020 |
| Min SIP | ₹500 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Equity |
| Exit Load | 0.50% on or before 3M, NIL after 3M |
| Fund Managers | Alok Ranjan, Nilay Dalal |
The fund is managed by Alok Ranjan and Nilay Dalal.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -1.12% | -4.81% |
| 3M | 2.16% | -3.63% |
| 1Y | 0.16% | -8.27% |
| 3Y | 10.02% | 5.59% |
| 5Y | 9.02% | 5.58% |
The fund’s recent pattern is mixed, but it has held up better than the benchmark in the short periods shown. The 1-month return is slightly negative, yet it still stayed ahead of the benchmark’s deeper decline over the same stretch. The 3-month and 1-year figures also beat the benchmark by a clear margin, which suggests the fund has been less weak than NIFTY 50 in the recent phase.
The longer view is stronger. At 3 years and 5 years, the fund’s returns remain above the benchmark, which tells us that the strategy has delivered better compounding over a full cycle than the index slice used here. That matters because the last 12 months have been subdued; the longer-term numbers show that the fund has not relied only on a single short burst of outperformance.
The time pattern is uneven rather than linear. There are stretches of recovery after dips, followed by periods of drift, so the trajectory does not look like a steady upward line. For investors, that means the fund may suit a disciplined holding approach more than an expectation of smooth month-to-month gains.
Overall, the fund appears ahead of the benchmark across every period shown, but the gap is most persuasive over 3 years and 5 years. The latest 1-year result is close to flat, so the recent phase is weaker than the medium- and long-term record.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITI Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 0.16% | 10.02% | 9.02% |
| Taurus Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 4.56% | 11.39% | 9.71% |
| Quant Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 4.2% | 12.21% | Data not available |
| Bank of India Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 2.65% | 11.67% | 9.1% |
| Invesco India Largecap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 1.1% | 12.71% | 11.14% |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639. The current fund trails the better recent 1-year figures shown by the peer set, so its short-term outcome has been softer than several of the comparison names. That said, its 3-year and 5-year numbers are still competitive with the group and compare reasonably with the stronger medium-term figures in the table.
What stands out is the split between the short and longer horizons. A weak 1-year result does not automatically undermine the wider record when the 3-year and 5-year numbers remain in the same general neighbourhood as the peer set. For our view, the table suggests a fund that has lagged on recent momentum but still has a credible longer-run return profile relative to the listed peers with available data.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ICICI Bank Limited | Bank | 6.92% |
| State Bank of India | Bank | 5.04% |
| Axis Bank Limited | Bank | 4.78% |
| Larsen & Toubro Limited | Infrastructure | 4.64% |
| Reliance Industries Limited | Crude Oil | 4.6% |
| Bharti Airtel Limited | Telecom | 4.53% |
| Bajaj Finance Limited | Finance | 3.87% |
| HDFC Bank Limited | Bank | 3.42% |
| Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited | Bank | 3.06% |
| Net Receivables / (Payables) | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 3.06% |
The top 10 holdings account for approximately 43.92% of the portfolio.
To see all holdings, visit the ITI Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan page
The largest holding, ICICI Bank Limited, is 6.92%, which is meaningful but not overwhelming on its own. From there, the weights step down gradually rather than collapsing sharply, with the tenth disclosed position at 3.06%. That pattern suggests the portfolio is not driven by a single very large bet.
The visible holdings are spread across banks, infrastructure, telecom and finance, so the fund may be drawing performance from several large-cap themes rather than one narrow pocket. At the same time, the top 10 account for 43.92% of the portfolio, and the table discloses 47 holdings in total. That combination points to a reasonably broad book with a noticeable weight in the leading positions.
For investors, this can mean the portfolio may offer participation in a set of familiar large companies while still leaving room for the rest of the holding list to matter. The concentration is present, but it is not extreme in the top disclosed slice.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund may fit investors who are comfortable with High Risk equity exposure and who can stay invested for several years. The 1-year return is weak, but the 3-year and 5-year numbers are materially better and are ahead of the benchmark, so the fund looks more suited to patient investors than to those who want a smooth near-term outcome.
The main trade-off is that the portfolio is built around large-cap names, yet the recent performance has still been uneven. That means an investor may get a more established stock profile, but should still be prepared for periods when returns trail expectations over shorter windows. The fund is better thought of as a long-horizon large-cap allocation than a short-term return play.
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% if units are sold within 3 months; nil after 3 months.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of ITI Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The NAV is ₹19.4164 as of 15 September 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The returns are 0.16% for 1 year, 10.02% for 3 years and 9.02% for 5 years.
How does the fund compare with its benchmark?
It is ahead of NIFTY 50 across the 1-month, 3-month, 1-year, 3-year and 5-year periods shown. The gap is especially visible over 3 years and 5 years.
How does it compare with the peer funds shown here?
Its 1-year return is lower than several peers in the table, while its 3-year and 5-year numbers remain broadly competitive with the listed group where data is available.
Is there a minimum SIP amount?
Yes, the minimum SIP amount is ₹500.
Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?
The fund is managed by Alok Ranjan and Nilay Dalal. The exit load is 0.50% if units are sold within 3 months, and nil after 3 months.
Bottom line
ITI Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan has a weak recent year but a steadier longer-run record, with 3-year and 5-year returns that remain ahead of the benchmark. The portfolio is built around large-cap financials and other familiar businesses, and the top holdings are meaningful but not singularly dominant. In our view, that makes the fund more suitable for investors who can tolerate uneven shorter-term performance and prefer a long holding period over a quick outcome.
Published on 16 September 2026 at 5:53 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.