Edelweiss Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 17, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Edelweiss Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan has a NAV of ₹10.5804 as of 16 Sep 2026 and scheme AUM of ₹56 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 0%, 0% and 0%, and the fund sits in the High Risk bucket.
Our view is that this is still an early-stage index strategy, so the current numbers matter more as a starting point than as a long history. The portfolio mix is unusual for an index fund because it combines equity exposure from large and mid-cap names with a large government-securities holding, which may suit investors who want a diversified structure but are comfortable with a higher-risk label and limited performance history.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹10.5804 as of 16 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹56 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.0% |
| Launch Date | 07 Apr 2026 |
| Min SIP | ₹100 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Index Funds |
| Exit Load | No exit load |
| Fund Managers | Bhavesh Jain, Bharat Lahoti, Dhawal Dalal, Hetul Raval |
The fund is managed by Bhavesh Jain, Bharat Lahoti, Dhawal Dalal and Hetul Raval.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -3.52% | -4.41% |
| 3M | -1.48% | -3.6% |
| 1Y | 0% | Data not available |
| 3Y | 0% | Data not available |
| 5Y | 0% | Data not available |
Recent behaviour has been weak, but it has still held up better than the benchmark over the 1-month and 3-month windows. The fund’s 1-month return of -3.52% is less negative than the benchmark’s -4.41%, and the 3-month return of -1.48% also compares better with the benchmark’s -3.6%. That tells us the strategy has not been immune to pressure, yet it has cushioned downside more than the reference index in the latest stretch.
The bigger limitation is history. Because the fund launched only in April 2026, the 1-year, 3-year and 5-year figures are not yet meaningful as realised track record. For a new index fund, that means investors are mainly judging structure, cost and current behaviour rather than a full cycle of outcomes. On the available data, the short-term pattern suggests a choppy start rather than a smooth early uptrend.
The daily pattern also points to movement around a narrow base rather than a sustained breakout. The 3-month path showed brief improvements followed by pullbacks, while the 1-month path weakened more sharply near the end. In our view, that matters because it shows the fund has not yet built a deep track record of steady compounding. Investors should therefore read the recent numbers as evidence of how it has behaved in an unsettled launch phase, not as a dependable long-run guide.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Should you BUY or HOLD Edelweiss Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edelweiss Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| ICICI Pru NASDAQ 100 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan | 29.31% | 30.01% | Data not available |
| Tata Nifty Capital Markets Index Fund Direct Growth Plan | 21.45% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Motilal Oswal Nifty Capital Market Index Fund Direct Growth Plan | 21.13% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Motilal Oswal Nifty MidSmall Financial Services Index Fund Direct Growth Plan | 20.68% | Data not available | Data not available |
| ICICI Pru Nifty Pharma Index Fund Direct Growth Plan | 17.57% | 18.84% | Data not available |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.
The current fund’s short-term picture trails the stronger peer figures in the table because its own 1-year figure is still not established, while several peers show clear double-digit gains. That said, the comparison becomes less useful for judging true longer-term quality because the fund itself has only just launched, and several peer rows also lack longer-dated figures.
Where a 3-year number is available, the fund does not yet have a usable track record to match it. The available peer numbers therefore tell two stories at once: some peers have established stronger recent gains, but the new fund has not yet had enough time to prove whether that kind of pattern can be sustained. For now, the peer table mainly highlights how early the fund is in its lifecycle.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 6.94% Govt of India Red 11-05-2036 | Government Securities | 28.19% |
| HDFC Bank Ltd. | Bank | 2.75% |
| ICICI Bank Ltd. | Bank | 2.64% |
| Reliance Industries Ltd. | Crude Oil | 2.19% |
| Clearing Corporation of India Ltd. | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 1.83% |
| Bharti Airtel Ltd. | Telecom | 1.4% |
| Larsen & Toubro Ltd. | Infrastructure | 1.2% |
| BSE Ltd. | Finance | 1.11% |
| State Bank of India | Bank | 1.11% |
| Infosys Ltd. | IT | 1.01% |
The top 10 holdings account for approximately 43.43% of the portfolio.
To see all holdings, visit the Edelweiss Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan page
The largest holding is the 6.94% Govt of India Red 11-05-2036 at 28.19%, which is a very large single position by weight. After that, the visible holdings drop sharply into the low single digits, with the tenth holding at 1.01%. That gap suggests the portfolio is anchored by one dominant government-security exposure, while the rest of the visible book may have a much lighter influence on returns.
The top 10 together make up 43.43% of the portfolio, and the fund discloses 32 holdings overall. That indicates a meaningful tail beyond the visible list, so the portfolio is not entirely concentrated in the first few names. At the same time, the high weight in the largest security means this fund may behave differently from a pure equity index fund because fixed-income exposure is likely to have a strong impact on the portfolio’s overall profile.
For investors, the key point is not just the number of holdings but how uneven the weights are. The combination of one very large position and a long tail of smaller positions may reduce dependence on any single stock, yet the portfolio still appears top-heavy enough that the largest line item could matter more than any individual equity holding in the visible list.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund may suit investors who are comfortable with a High Risk profile and who can stay invested through a noisy early period. The current return record is too short to support a full-cycle judgement, so the main appeal is the structure rather than a proven long-term trend.
The benchmark comparison suggests the fund has been less weak than the index in the latest stretch, but peers with more established histories have shown much stronger reported recent gains. That makes the fund more appropriate for investors who understand the trade-off: a mixed equity-and-government-securities structure, but limited performance history and a very recent launch.
Given the large government-security position and the visible concentration in the top holding, investors may want a horizon long enough to absorb short-term swings and see whether the strategy settles into a steadier pattern. It is more suitable for those who can accept uncertainty around a new track record than for anyone looking for an already-tested outcome.
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 16 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Edelweiss Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹10.5804 as of 16 Sep 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 0%, 0% and 0%. The scheme launched on 07 Apr 2026, so there is not yet a long operating history behind those figures.
How has the fund compared with its benchmark recently?
It has held up better than the benchmark in the latest short windows. The fund’s 1-month and 3-month returns were less negative than the benchmark’s corresponding figures.
How does it compare with peer funds on the available return data?
Several peers show stronger reported 1-year returns, while some longer-dated peer figures are not available. The comparison mostly shows that this fund is much newer than many of the listed peers.
What is the minimum SIP amount?
The minimum SIP amount is ₹100.
What is the risk profile and who manages the fund?
The fund is marked High Risk. It is managed by Bhavesh Jain, Bharat Lahoti, Dhawal Dalal and Hetul Raval, and it has no exit load.
Bottom line
This is a very new index fund, so its short-term pattern matters more than any long-term story at this stage. Recent returns have been weaker in absolute terms but a little better than the benchmark over the latest windows, while peers with available history show much stronger reported gains. The portfolio is notable for its very large government-securities holding and a fairly top-heavy visible book, which may shape behaviour more than the fund’s label alone. It looks most relevant to investors who can tolerate High Risk and who are comfortable giving a new structure time to establish a clearer track record.
Published on 17 September 2026 at 4:18 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.