Aditya Birla SL Aggressive Hybrid Omni FOF Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- August 31, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Aditya Birla SL Aggressive Hybrid Omni FOF Direct Growth Plan has a current NAV of ₹47.2614 as of 08 Sep 2026 and an AUM of ₹44 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 5.1%, 10.81% and 10.19%, and the scheme sits in the High Risk category. Our view is that the fund has delivered a steadier long-term shape than its shorter-term figures suggest, but the return path has not been smooth.
It can suit investors who can handle sharper swings and want exposure built through other mutual funds rather than a plain single-asset route. The portfolio is led by equity-heavy fund holdings, with debt sleeves also present, so the mix may support diversification while still leaving performance dependent on equity and credit-market conditions.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹47.2614 as of 08 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹44 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.62% |
| Launch Date | 01 Jan 2013 |
| Min SIP | ₹100 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Fund of Fund |
| Exit Load | 1% on or before 365D, Nil after 365D |
| Fund Managers | Kartikeya Singh |
The fund is managed by Kartikeya Singh.
Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -1.15% | -4.69% |
| 3M | 5.13% | 0.93% |
| 1Y | 5.1% | -7.16% |
| 3Y | 10.81% | 6% |
| 5Y | 10.19% | 5.87% |
The most recent month was weak, but the fund still held up better than the benchmark over the same period. That matters because the short-end of the chart shows a fund that has been losing some ground lately, yet not as sharply as the index it is measured against.
The 3-month and 1-year readings are more encouraging. The fund stayed ahead of the benchmark in both periods, and the 1-year result also shows a meaningful gap versus the negative benchmark return. That suggests the current phase is better than the benchmark’s, even if the latest month remains soft.
The longer view is more balanced. Over 3 years and 5 years, the fund stayed ahead of the benchmark by a narrower margin, which tells us the edge has been present but not dramatic. Our read is that this is not a straight-line compounding story; it has had drawdowns and recoveries, but the longer horizon still points to positive compounding.
For investors, the key point is that recent weakness does not erase the longer trend, but it does show that the path can wobble. The fund has been able to outperform the benchmark across all the reported horizons, yet the margin over the benchmark is much more visible in the shorter and mid-term windows than in the five-year frame.
Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026
Should you BUY or HOLD Aditya Birla SL Aggressive Hybrid Omni FOF?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aditya Birla SL Aggressive Hybrid Omni FOF Direct Growth Plan | 5.1% | 10.81% | 10.19% |
| SBI Silver ETF FOF Direct Growth Plan | 84.9% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Kotak Silver ETF FoF Direct Growth Plan | 84.03% | 46.21% | Data not available |
| Nippon India Silver ETF FOF Direct Growth Plan | 83.29% | 46.02% | Data not available |
| Zerodha Silver ETF FOF Direct Growth Plan | 82.53% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Aditya Birla SL Silver ETF FOF Direct Growth Plan | 82.46% | 45.91% | Data not available |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.
The fund’s 1-year return trails the silver-linked peer set by a wide margin, although those funds are operating with a very different return profile. On the medium horizon, the fund’s 3-year figure is far below the silver-themed peers that report the period, and the 5-year figure is also well below the 3-year levels posted by those names. That contrast matters: the current fund looks steadier against its benchmark, but much less forceful when placed beside the recent silver-focused peer returns.
Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Aditya Birla Sun Life Flexi Cap Fund – Growth – Direct Plan | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 15.45% |
| Nippon India Growth Mid Cap Fund – Direct Plan Growth Plan – Growth Option | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 15.32% |
| Kotak Multicap Fund-Direct Plan-Growth | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 11.66% |
| ICICI Prudential Large Cap Fund (Erstwhile Bluechip Fund) – Direct Plan – Growth | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 11.56% |
| Aditya Birla Sun Life Short Term Fund – Direct Plan – Growth | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 10.71% |
| HDFC Corporate Bond Fund – Growth Option – Direct Plan | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 10.3% |
| DSP Small Cap Fund – Direct Plan – Growth | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 10.08% |
| Aditya Birla Sun Life Large Cap Fund – Growth – Direct Plan | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 7.02% |
| Aditya Birla Sun Life Pharma & Healthcare Fund – Direct Plan – Growth | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 3.45% |
| Aditya Birla Sun Life Banking and Financial Services Fund – Direct Plan – Growth | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 2.96% |
The top 10 holdings account for approximately 98.51% of the portfolio.
To see all holdings, visit the Aditya Birla SL Aggressive Hybrid Omni FOF Direct Growth Plan page
The largest holding is 15.45%, and the next three positions remain close enough to keep influence distributed among the top bucket. The fall from the largest holding to the tenth is still material, moving from 15.45% to 2.96%, so the biggest positions should matter more to day-to-day movement than the tail.
At the same time, the displayed holdings do not point to a narrowly held book. The top 10 already cover 98.51% of the disclosed portfolio, and the fact that there are 11 disclosed holdings suggests only a very short tail beyond the table. That mix may give the fund a relatively concentrated look at the holding level while still spreading exposure across several underlying mutual funds and debt funds.
Because the portfolio is built from other funds, the underlying mix is likely to move with both equity and fixed-income conditions. That may help balance the return pattern, but it also means the fund’s outcome can depend on how those underlying sleeves behave together.
Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund is better suited to investors who can accept High Risk and a return path that may not move smoothly from month to month. The 1-year result is positive, but the latest month was weak, so short-term patience is important. Over 3 years and 5 years, the fund has stayed ahead of the benchmark, which supports a longer holding horizon rather than a quick-entry, quick-exit approach.
The main trade-off is that the fund can offer diversified exposure through a fund-of-funds structure, but that also means the return stream may reflect multiple underlying sleeves rather than a single clear market theme. Investors who want a multi-year allocation with some equity participation and some debt exposure may find that mix more relevant than someone looking for a simple, low-volatility route.
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: 1% on or before 365D, Nil after 365D.
Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Aditya Birla SL Aggressive Hybrid Omni FOF Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹47.2614 as of 08 Sep 2026.
How has the fund performed over 1 year, 3 years and 5 years?
Its returns are 5.1% for 1 year, 10.81% for 3 years and 10.19% for 5 years. The pattern shows a positive longer-term track record, even though the latest month was soft.
How does it compare with the benchmark?
It has stayed ahead of the Nifty 50 across the reported 1-month, 3-month, 1-year, 3-year and 5-year periods. The margin is more visible in the shorter windows than in the five-year period.
How does it compare with the peer funds listed here?
Its 1-year return is much lower than the silver-focused peer funds shown alongside it. The 3-year and 5-year figures are also well below the peer returns available for those periods.
Is there a minimum SIP amount?
No minimum SIP amount is stated here because SIP is not allowed for this scheme. The fund is shown as SIP-ineligible.
Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?
Kartikeya Singh manages the fund. The exit load is 1% on or before 365 days and nil after 365 days.
Bottom line
Aditya Birla SL Aggressive Hybrid Omni FOF Direct Growth Plan shows a mixed but usable profile: the latest month was weak, yet the 1-year, 3-year and 5-year numbers remain positive and ahead of the benchmark. Against the peer names shown here, its return profile is far more restrained, so it looks steadier than those fast-moving silver-linked funds. The High Risk label and the fund-of-funds portfolio make it suitable for investors who can handle swings and want a multi-sleeve allocation rather than a simple single-market exposure.
Published on 10 September 2026 at 1:40 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.