Motilal Oswal BSE Quality Index Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 17, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Motilal Oswal BSE Quality Index Fund Direct Growth Plan has a NAV of ₹16.8395 as of 16 September 2026 and an AUM of ₹58 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are -2.94%, 11.07% and 0%, and it sits in the High Risk category. Our view is that the fund suits investors who can accept sharp short-term swings in exchange for an index-based quality strategy, but the recent weakness means the ride can be uneven even when longer-term numbers improve.
The fund has delivered better 3-year numbers than its benchmark, but the last 12 months have been softer. That mix makes it more suitable for investors with a medium to long horizon who can tolerate volatility and who want a quality-oriented equity exposure rather than a steady short-term outcome.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹16.8395 as of 16 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹58 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.38% |
| Launch Date | 22 Aug 2022 |
| Min SIP | ₹500 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Index Funds |
| Exit Load | 1% on or before 15D, Nil after 15D |
| Fund Managers | Swapnil P Mayekar, Dishant Mehta, Rakesh Shetty |
The fund is managed by Swapnil P Mayekar, Dishant Mehta and Rakesh Shetty.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -6.18% | -4.41% |
| 3M | -5.96% | -3.6% |
| 1Y | -2.94% | -7.76% |
| 3Y | 11.07% | 5.74% |
| 5Y | Data not available | Data not available |
The last month and the last quarter were weak, which tells us the fund has not been insulated from market pressure. The 1-month and 3-month outcomes were both negative, and the fund lagged the benchmark over those short windows, so recent momentum has clearly been soft.
The fuller picture is more mixed but still constructive. Over 1 year, the fund was less negative than the benchmark, and over 3 years it stayed ahead of the benchmark by a wider margin. That suggests the fund has handled longer stretches better than shorter ones, even though the path has not been smooth.
The time pattern also points to intermittent recovery rather than a clean upward climb. We can see periods of improvement followed by renewed weakness, which is consistent with an index strategy that remains sensitive to equity market sentiment and sector rotation. Because the scheme has existed since August 2022, a 5-year fund return is not available yet.
For investors, the key message is that the fund has shown the ability to outpace the benchmark across the longer measured window available here, but its recent behaviour has been uneven enough that short-term expectations need to stay modest.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Should you BUY or HOLD Motilal Oswal BSE Quality 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motilal Oswal BSE Quality Index Fund Direct Growth Plan | -2.94% | 11.07% | 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 current fund’s 1-year return is well below the leading peer figures in this table, and that shows its recent stretch has been much softer than several of the comparison schemes. At the same time, its 3-year return is stronger than the peer funds here that also report a 3-year number, which tells a different story about longer-horizon behaviour.
So the short-term and longer-term peer read do not point in the same direction. The fund has lagged the best recent peer outcomes, but it has held up better over 3 years than the peer set with available 3-year figures, which makes the longer horizon more important when judging it.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Hindustan Aeronautics Limited | Capital Goods | 6.81% |
| Nestle India Limited | FMCG | 6.06% |
| Ge Vernova T&D India Limited | Capital Goods | 5.88% |
| Cummins India Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 5.85% |
| Hero Motocorp Limited | Automobile & Ancillaries | 5.66% |
| Tata Consultancy Services Limited | IT | 5.45% |
| Dixon Technologies (India) Limited | Consumer Durables | 5.32% |
| Hindustan Unilever Limited | FMCG | 5.25% |
| Suzlon Energy Limited | Capital Goods | 5.07% |
| Infosys Limited | IT | 5.02% |
The largest holding, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, carries a 6.81% weight, so no single position dominates the visible basket on its own. The drop from the first holding to the tenth is also fairly measured, ending at 5.02%, which suggests the top sleeve is built from a cluster of similarly sized positions rather than one outsized bet.
The top 10 holdings together account for approximately 56.37% of the portfolio, and the scheme discloses 28 holdings in total. That combination points to a portfolio that is meaningfully concentrated in its biggest positions, but not so narrow that the disclosed exposure is carried by only a few names.
For investors, that structure may matter because the largest holdings are likely to have greater influence on near-term behaviour than the smaller tail positions. At the same time, the presence of 28 disclosed holdings suggests the fund still spreads risk across a broader set of companies than the top 10 alone would indicate.
To see all holdings, visit the Motilal Oswal BSE Quality Index Fund Direct Growth Plan page
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund is better suited to investors who are comfortable with High Risk equity exposure and who can stay invested through uneven stretches. The 1-year result is negative, while the 3-year figure is positive and ahead of the benchmark, so patience matters more here than quick results.
The main trade-off is that the strategy can lag in rough short-term markets even when the longer window is better. Investors who prefer stable near-term outcomes may find the swings uncomfortable, while those with a medium to long horizon and tolerance for volatility may find the quality-oriented index approach more acceptable.
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 15 days; nil after 15 days.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Motilal Oswal BSE Quality Index Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹16.8395 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 -2.94%, its 3-year return is 11.07%, and its 5-year return is Data not available.
How has the fund compared with the benchmark?
It has lagged the benchmark over 1 month and 3 months, but it has done better than the benchmark over 1 year and 3 years. The 3-year gap is the more encouraging part of the record.
How does the fund compare with the peer funds listed here?
Its 1-year return is below the stronger peer figures shown here, but its 3-year return is better than the peer funds in this table that also have a 3-year return available. The short and longer horizon comparisons point in different directions.
What is the minimum SIP amount?
The minimum SIP amount is ₹500.
Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?
The fund is managed by Swapnil P Mayekar, Dishant Mehta and Rakesh Shetty. The exit load is 1% on or before 15 days, and nil after 15 days.
Bottom line
This fund’s recent performance is weaker than its longer-term result, so the picture is not uniform. It has also trailed the strongest peer return figures on a 1-year view, while its 3-year result stands out as more resilient. The High Risk label, the measured but concentrated top holdings, and the uneven recent path all point to a fund that fits best as a long-horizon equity allocation rather than a short-term parking place.
Published on 17 September 2026 at 4:02 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.