PGIM India Large and Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 18, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
PGIM India Large and Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan currently has a NAV of ₹12.97 as of 17 Sep 2026 and an AUM of ₹830 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are -1.38%, 0% and 0%, and the scheme is classified as High Risk. Our view is that this is a fund for investors who can tolerate sharp swings and want a diversified large-and-mid-cap allocation, but the recent return pattern has been softer than the longer-term benchmark comparison suggests.
The portfolio is led by large financials and a few diversified businesses, which can help balance the mandate, but the fund’s recent numbers still point to a cautious assessment. The combination of a modest asset base, a high-risk label and uneven performance means the fund deserves a closer look from investors who are comfortable with volatility and are evaluating it as part of a broader equity allocation.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹12.97 as of 17 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹830 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.55% |
| Launch Date | 12 Feb 2024 |
| Min SIP | ₹1,000 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty Mid Cap |
| Fund Category | Equity |
| Exit Load | 0.50% on or before 90D, Nil after 90D |
| Fund Managers | Vinay Paharia, Anandha Padmanabhan Anjeneyan, Utsav Mehta, Puneet Pal |
The fund is managed by Vinay Paharia, Anandha Padmanabhan Anjeneyan, Utsav Mehta and Puneet Pal.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -3.71% | -3.66% |
| 3M | 1.01% | -3.71% |
| 1Y | -1.38% | -7.13% |
| 3Y | Data not available | Data not available |
| 5Y | Data not available | Data not available |
The fund has been choppy over the short run, but the 3-month reading is a clear improvement from the negative 1-month trend. That suggests the portfolio has been able to recover some ground even though the latest month still remained weak. For investors, that pattern matters because it shows that the fund has not been moving in a straight line.
At the 1-year mark, the fund is down 1.38%, while the benchmark is down 7.13%. That means the fund has protected capital better than the benchmark over the same period, even though the return itself is still negative. In practical terms, the fund has done less poorly than the comparison index, which is useful context for a high-risk equity scheme.
The longer-run picture is harder to judge because 3-year and 5-year return figures are not available. Without those numbers, we avoid reading too much into the short history. What we can say is that the available pattern shows a fund that has moved from weakness to a modest rebound over three months, but has not yet built a stable longer-term return record in the visible performance data.
From a risk-and-return perspective, the benchmark gap is important. The fund has not outperformed every recent period, but it has been materially less weak than the benchmark over one year. That can appeal to investors who care about downside control as much as headline return, while still accepting that the path can be uneven.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
Should you BUY or HOLD PGIM India Large and Mid Cap?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGIM India Large and Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | -1.38% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Quant Large & Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 7.52% | 13.52% | 15.17% |
| HSBC Large & Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 7.21% | 16.82% | 13.91% |
| Sundaram Large and Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 6.45% | 13.51% | 11.52% |
| Motilal Oswal Large & Midcap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 6.16% | 21.07% | 18% |
| Bank of India Large & Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 5.73% | 12.75% | 11.41% |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639. The current fund’s 1-year return trails the peer set shown here, while several peers have positive 1-year figures. The longer-term picture is also mixed: where 3-year and 5-year figures are available for peers, they are clearly stronger than the current fund’s unavailable longer-term record. That makes the short-term and longer-term comparisons tell different stories, because the current fund has shown some recent recovery, but its visible peer comparisons still look weaker on multi-year returns.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ICICI Bank Ltd. | Bank | 5.18% |
| HDFC Bank Ltd. | Bank | 4.21% |
| Reliance Industries Ltd. | Crude Oil | 3.46% |
| Larsen & Toubro Ltd. | Infrastructure | 2.93% |
| Bharti Airtel Ltd. | Telecom | 2.48% |
| State Bank of India | Bank | 2.34% |
| Eternal Ltd. | Retailing | 2.28% |
| Bajaj Finance Ltd. | Finance | 2.22% |
| Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. | IT | 2.21% |
| Clearing Corporation of India Ltd. | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 2.19% |
The top 10 holdings account for approximately 29.5% of the portfolio.
To see all holdings, visit the PGIM India Large and Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan page
The largest position is ICICI Bank Ltd. at 5.18%, which is meaningful but not overwhelming on its own. The next few holdings remain in the 2% to 4% range, so weight does not fall away abruptly after the first name; instead, the portfolio appears to spread exposure across several sizeable positions.
That pattern suggests the fund may be influenced by a handful of core holdings, but it is not dominated by one single bet in the disclosed top names. With 76 total holdings and only 29.5% of assets in the top 10, the visible structure points to a fairly extended tail beyond the largest positions. That could help reduce dependence on any one stock, even though the large-bank exposure in the top slice may still shape short-term behaviour.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund suits investors who are comfortable with High Risk equity exposure and can stay invested through uneven periods. The available return pattern shows a weak 1-year figure but a better 3-month rebound, so the fund fits better as a medium- to long-term holding than as a short-term parking place.
The main trade-off is clear: you are accepting volatility in exchange for the possibility of equity-style growth, while also giving up the comfort of a steady track record in the visible performance window. The benchmark comparison is helpful because the fund has held up better than the benchmark over 1 year, but the lack of longer-term visible returns means patience and discipline would matter more than quick outcomes.
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 17 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of PGIM India Large and Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹12.97 as of 17 Sep 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The 1-year return is -1.38%, while the 3-year and 5-year returns are not available in the visible performance data.
How has the fund done versus its benchmark?
Over 1 year, the fund has fallen less than the benchmark, with -1.38% compared with -7.13%. In the shorter windows, the fund’s 3-month return is positive at 1.01%, while the benchmark is negative at -3.71%.
How does the fund compare with the peer funds shown here?
The current fund’s 1-year return is weaker than the peer funds listed here, where the visible 1-year figures are positive. Several peers also show stronger 3-year and 5-year numbers where those periods are available.
What is the minimum SIP amount?
The minimum SIP amount is ₹1,000.
What is the risk profile, and who manages the fund?
The scheme is classified as High Risk. It is managed by Vinay Paharia, Anandha Padmanabhan Anjeneyan, Utsav Mehta and Puneet Pal. The exit load is 0.50% on or before 90 days and nil after 90 days.
Bottom line
PGIM India Large and Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan has shown a mixed picture: recent numbers are softer than the benchmark on a 1-year basis, but the 3-month trend is more encouraging. Against the peer set shown here, the visible return profile is weaker on 1-year and lacks longer-term figures, while several peers do have stronger multi-year records. The portfolio is led by large, familiar names and spreads across 76 holdings, which may temper single-stock dependence. It will appeal more to investors who can accept High Risk equity swings and look beyond short-term inconsistency.
Published on 18 September 2026 at 12:15 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.