Bandhan Transportation and Logistics Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 17, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Bandhan Transportation and Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan is at a NAV of ₹21.238 as of 16 September 2026, with scheme AUM of ₹771 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 3.73%, 18.45% and 0% respectively, and the fund sits in the High Risk category.
Our view is that this is a thematic equity fund with a clear tilt toward transportation and auto-linked names, so it may suit investors who can accept sharper swings in return for a focused portfolio. The recent 1-year outcome has been modest, while the 3-year outcome has been stronger; the 5-year figure is shown as 0%, which points to limited long-run history from launch in October 2022.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹21.238 as of 16 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹771 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.83% |
| Launch Date | 25 Oct 2022 |
| Min SIP | ₹100 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Equity |
| Exit Load | 0.50% on or before 30D, Nil after 30D |
| Fund Managers | Daylynn Pinto, Harshal Joshi |
The fund is managed by Daylynn Pinto and Harshal Joshi.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -5.26% | -4.41% |
| 3M | 3.89% | -3.6% |
| 1Y | 3.73% | -7.76% |
| 3Y | 18.45% | 5.74% |
| 5Y | 0% | Data not available |
The fund’s near-term pattern has been uneven, with a weaker 1-month outcome and a positive 3-month result after a softer spell in the latest month. That kind of movement fits a focused equity strategy: it can recover quickly, but it can also give back gains when sentiment turns.
Over 1 year, the fund has still held a positive return while the benchmark has been negative. That matters because it shows relative resilience even though the last month was weak. The fund’s 3-year return is also well ahead of the benchmark, which suggests the strategy has worked better than a broad-market barometer over a full cycle.
The 5-year figure should be read with care because the scheme launched in October 2022, so the track record is not a full five-year history. For us, the main read-through is that the fund has shown better medium-term compounding than the benchmark, but the shorter window remains choppy enough that investors should expect periods of underperformance as well as recovery.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Should you BUY or HOLD Bandhan Transportation and Logistics?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bandhan Transportation and Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan | 3.73% | 18.45% | 0% |
| ICICI Pru Strategic Metal and Energy Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan | 69.8% | 36.32% | Data not available |
| HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund Direct Growth Plan | 25.31% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Kotak Healthcare Fund Direct Growth Plan | 25.27% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Motilal Oswal Active Momentum Fund Direct Growth Plan | 24.51% | Data not available | Data not available |
| PGIM India Healthcare Fund Direct Growth Plan | 22.75% | Data not available | Data not available |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.
The comparison table shows that the fund’s 1-year return is far below the strongest peer figures available in this set, so the recent picture is clearly softer than several thematic peers. The longer view is less one-sided: the fund’s 3-year return is ahead of the peers for which 3-year figures are available in this table, while the peer list has several funds with only 1-year numbers. That creates two different stories: weaker recent momentum, but a more respectable medium-term outcome.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki India Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 9.66% |
| Triparty Repo TRP_010926 | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 8.04% |
| Mahindra & Mahindra Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 7.45% |
| Eternal Limited | Retailing | 6.38% |
| Hero Motocorp Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 6.01% |
| Bajaj Auto Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 5.5% |
| Tata Motors Ltd | Domestic Equities | 5.5% |
| Bosch Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 5.25% |
| Samvardhana Motherson International Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 4.2% |
| Hyundai Motor India Ltd | Automobile & Ancillaries | 3.72% |
The largest holding, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, accounts for 9.66% of the portfolio, so no single position dominates outright. Weight then steps down fairly steadily across the next names, with the tenth holding still at 3.72%, which suggests the portfolio is tilted toward a cluster of meaningful positions rather than one outsized bet.
The top 10 holdings together account for approximately 61.71% of the portfolio, leaving the rest spread across 23 additional disclosed holdings. That mix may give the fund enough breadth to avoid being driven by just a few names, while still keeping the portfolio focused enough that changes in auto and transportation-linked stocks could matter materially.
Because the disclosed holdings extend well beyond the top 10, the tail may also have a role in day-to-day movement. Even so, the visible structure is concentrated enough that investors should expect the fund’s path to reflect its highest-weighted positions more than a broad, diversified market basket.
To see all holdings, visit the Bandhan Transportation and Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan page
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund may suit investors who are comfortable with High Risk equity exposure and who can stay invested through sharp swings in the shorter term. The return pattern shows a stronger 3-year outcome than the 1-year result, which points to a strategy that can work over time but may be volatile along the way.
It is better aligned with a longer horizon than a short holding period, especially because the benchmark comparison has also been uneven in the near term. The main trade-off is clear: investors get a focused transportation-and-logistics style portfolio with meaningful upside potential, but they must accept periods when the fund can trail the market and move more sharply than a broad equity scheme.
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 30D, Nil after 30D
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Bandhan Transportation and Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹21.238 as of 16 September 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The fund’s 1-year return is 3.73%, the 3-year return is 18.45%, and the 5-year return is 0%.
How has the fund done against the benchmark?
It has outperformed the benchmark over 1 year and 3 years. The benchmark’s 1-year return is -7.76% and its 3-year return is 5.74%.
How does it compare with the peer funds listed here?
Its 1-year return is lower than the peer funds listed here with available 1-year figures, while its 3-year return is stronger than the peer funds in this table with available 3-year figures.
What is the minimum SIP amount?
The minimum SIP amount is ₹100.
Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?
The fund is managed by Daylynn Pinto and Harshal Joshi. The exit load is 0.50% on or before 30 days and nil after 30 days.
Bottom line
Bandhan Transportation and Logistics Fund Direct Growth Plan has a mixed but understandable profile: the recent 1-year number is modest, yet the 3-year result is stronger and clearly ahead of the benchmark. In the peer set shown here, the fund trails on short-term momentum but compares more favourably on the longer available horizon. Its High Risk label, concentrated auto-heavy top holdings and meaningful cash position make it a focused portfolio rather than a broad-market one, which may appeal to investors who can tolerate uneven returns.
Published on 17 September 2026 at 5:29 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.