HDFC Nifty G-Sec Sep 2032 Index Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 18, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
HDFC Nifty G-Sec Sep 2032 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan is an index fund with a ₹13.1851 NAV as of 17 Sep 2026 and a scheme AUM of ₹625 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 4.51%, 7.34% and 0%, and the risk category is Medium Risk. Our view is that it fits investors who want government-securities exposure with a relatively steady profile, but the short record and uneven short-term moves mean it still needs a measured horizon.
The fund has been active since 09 Dec 2022 and carries an expense ratio of 0.2%. The portfolio is overwhelmingly tilted to sovereign paper, so the return pattern is more about interest-rate movement than stock-market style swings. That makes it more suitable for conservative allocators who are comfortable with modest but smoother debt-market participation.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹13.1851 as of 17 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹625 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.2% |
| Launch Date | 09 Dec 2022 |
| Min SIP | ₹100 |
| Risk Category | Medium Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Index Funds |
| Exit Load | No exit load |
| Fund Managers | Anupam Joshi, Sankalp Baid |
The fund is managed by Anupam Joshi and Sankalp Baid.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -1.14% | -3.66% |
| 3M | 0.3% | -3.71% |
| 1Y | 4.51% | -7.13% |
| 3Y | 7.34% | 5.82% |
| 5Y | Data not available | Data not available |
Recent performance has been mixed, but the fund has done better than the benchmark over the shorter windows. Over 1 month, it was slightly negative while the benchmark was weaker; over 3 months, the fund turned mildly positive while the benchmark stayed negative. That tells us the scheme has been less volatile than the benchmark in the recent period, even if returns have not been strong in absolute terms.
The 1-year return is also ahead of the benchmark, which has been negative over the same horizon. That gap suggests the fund has handled the recent rate environment better than the benchmark exposure. For a debt-oriented strategy, that relative resilience matters more than chasing high nominal returns.
The 3-year return is positive at 7.34%, which is comfortably above the benchmark’s 5.82% over the same period. The longer pattern is therefore more constructive than the near-term wobble. Still, the fund’s short history means we do not yet have a full long-cycle record to judge consistency through multiple rate regimes.
Overall, the performance picture is one of modest gains with relatively controlled swings, rather than high-growth compounding. The benchmark comparison also tells a clear story: the fund has recently been more resilient than the benchmark, even though its own return path has not been uniformly smooth.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
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Peer comparison
| Fund | 1Y return | 3Y return | 5Y return |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDFC Nifty G-Sec Sep 2032 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan | 4.51% | 7.34% | Data not available |
| 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 fund’s 1-year return is far below the faster-moving peer funds shown here, which reflects the different character of a gilt strategy versus equity-oriented index funds. Its 3-year return is also lower than the strongest peer numbers available, but it remains positive and steadier than the more growth-led peers that can post very large swings. The short-term versus longer-term picture is therefore different: the peer set highlights how this fund trades upside for stability.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 7.26% GOI Mat 220832 | Government Securities | 93.53% |
| 6.54% GOI Mat 170132 | Government Securities | 3.36% |
| 7.95% GOI Mat 280832^ | Government Securities | 2.33% |
| TREPS – Tri-Party Repo | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 0.59% |
One holding dominates the portfolio: 7.26% GOI Mat 220832 carries a 93.53% weight. That single position is likely to have the greatest influence on the fund’s day-to-day behaviour, because the rest of the portfolio is much smaller by comparison.
The drop from the largest holding to the second holding is steep, falling to 3.36%, and the third holding is smaller again at 2.33%. With TREPS at 0.59%, the disclosed basket is heavily centered on one sovereign security, while the remaining positions mainly act as supporting exposures rather than major return drivers.
The top four holdings together account for 99.81% of the portfolio, and there are only four disclosed holdings in total. That tells us concentration is very high, but it is concentration in government securities rather than in a wide set of different credit exposures. For investors, that may mean clearer duration-led behaviour and less security-level complexity.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund suits investors who are comfortable with Medium Risk and want a government-securities-oriented allocation rather than equity-style growth. Its short history, positive but uneven recent returns, and better-than-benchmark behaviour over 1 month, 3 months and 1 year make it better suited to an investor who can hold through rate-driven fluctuations.
The main trade-off is straightforward: the portfolio is dominated by sovereign holdings, so it may offer greater stability than many market-linked strategies, but it is not designed for aggressive upside. A medium- to long-term horizon is more sensible here because the 3-year record is more informative than the recent month-to-month movement.
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 17 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of HDFC Nifty G-Sec Sep 2032 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹13.1851 as of 17 Sep 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The fund’s 1-year return is 4.51% and its 3-year return is 7.34%. The 5-year return is Data not available.
How has the fund performed against its benchmark?
It has outpaced the benchmark over 1 month, 3 months, 1 year and 3 years. The 1-year comparison is especially notable because the fund is positive while the benchmark is negative.
How does it compare with the peer funds shown here?
Its return profile is much more defensive than the equity-oriented peer funds shown here. The peer returns are generally much higher on a 1-year basis, while this fund is steadier and tied to government securities.
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 Anupam Joshi and Sankalp Baid. There is no exit load.
Bottom line
This fund’s short-term performance has been mixed, but its longer-running 3-year return remains positive and its benchmark comparison is constructive across the reported horizons. Against the peer funds shown here, it looks far more defensive, which is consistent with a gilt-style portfolio dominated by government securities. The concentration in one large sovereign holding makes the structure simple to understand, and the Medium Risk label suggests it may suit investors who want rate-sensitive debt exposure rather than equity-like growth.
Published on 18 September 2026 at 9:44 AM 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.