Quant Dynamic Asset Allocation Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 18, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Quant Dynamic Asset Allocation Fund Direct Growth Plan is at a NAV of ₹16.9871 as of 17 Sep 2026, with scheme AUM of ₹852 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are -2.15%, 12.36% and Data not available, and the fund sits in the High Risk bucket. Our view is that it has shown a strong mid-term recovery but remains uneven in the near term, so it fits investors who can tolerate sharp swings and want a hybrid allocation style rather than a steady, low-volatility outcome.
The fund’s recent performance is softer than its 3-year record and weaker than the benchmark over the same horizon, while the portfolio is concentrated in a relatively small set of holdings. That mix can work for investors with a longer horizon and a clear comfort with volatility, but it is less suitable for anyone looking for smooth short-term consistency.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹16.9871 as of 17 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹852 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.73% |
| Launch Date | 12 Apr 2023 |
| Min SIP | ₹1,000 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Hybrid |
| Exit Load | 1% on or before 15D, Nil after 15D |
| Fund Managers | Sandeep Tandon, Ankit Pande, Sameer Kate, Varun Pattani |
The fund is managed by Sandeep Tandon, Ankit Pande, Sameer Kate and Varun Pattani.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -1.47% | -3.66% |
| 3M | -2.36% | -3.71% |
| 1Y | -2.15% | -7.13% |
| 3Y | 12.36% | 5.82% |
| 5Y | Data not available | Data not available |
The near-term pattern is mixed but not weak in absolute terms. Over 1M and 3M, the fund stayed negative, yet it fell less than the benchmark in both windows, which tells us the downside was more controlled than the index even though returns were still soft.
The 1-year figure shows a similar story: the fund is still negative, but the benchmark is down more sharply. That matters because it suggests the fund has not fully escaped the broader drawdown environment, but it has handled it better than the benchmark over the last year.
The 3-year picture is stronger. The fund’s 12.36% return is above the benchmark’s 5.82%, which indicates that the strategy has created value over a longer stretch even after the recent weakness. We would read that as a pattern of recovery and compounding rather than smooth consistency.
There is no 5-year return available for this scheme, so the longest usable comparison here is 3 years. That limits how far we can judge cycle behaviour, but the available record still points to a fund that has outperformed the benchmark over the medium term while remaining choppy in the shorter windows.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
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Peer comparison
| Fund | 1Y return | 3Y return | 5Y return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quant Dynamic Asset Allocation Fund Direct Growth Plan | -2.15% | 12.36% | Data not available |
| Unifi Dynamic Asset Allocation Fund Direct Growth Plan | 8.6% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Aditya Birla SL Balanced Advantage Fund Direct Growth Plan | 5.17% | 10.96% | 9.97% |
| Baroda BNP Paribas Balanced Advantage Fund Direct Growth Plan | 4.23% | 11.11% | 10.62% |
| 360 ONE Balanced Hybrid Fund Direct Growth Plan | 3.64% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Bank of India Balanced Advantage Fund Direct Growth Plan | 3.62% | 8.24% | 10.21% |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639. On recent numbers, the fund trails the strongest 1-year peer figure in this set, where Unifi Dynamic Asset Allocation Fund Direct Growth Plan stands higher at 8.6%. At the same time, its 3-year return is ahead of the peers with available 3-year figures in this comparison set, which keeps the longer view constructive even though the short-term figure is negative.
That split matters. The peer set shows a range of steadier recent gains, while this fund has a weaker 1-year outcome but a better 3-year outcome than the available comparables. For us, that suggests a strategy whose medium-term compounding has been better than its recent momentum, so the short-term and longer-term pictures do not point in the same direction.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Aurobindo Pharma Limited | Healthcare | 10.01% |
| Bharti Airtel Limited | Telecom | 9.4% |
| Indus Towers Limited | Telecom | 9.12% |
| Adani Enterprises Limited | Trading | 8.85% |
| Adani Green Energy Limited | Power | 8.58% |
| Bagmane Prime Office Reit | Reits & Invits | 8.14% |
| Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd | Capital Goods | 7.89% |
| Reliance Industries Limited 29/09/2026 | Crude Oil | 7.6% |
| State Bank of India 29/09/2026 | Bank | 5.71% |
| Ventive Hospitality Limited | Domestic Equities | 5.5% |
The top 10 holdings account for approximately 80.8% of the portfolio.
To see all holdings, visit the Quant Dynamic Asset Allocation Fund Direct Growth Plan page
The largest holding, Aurobindo Pharma Limited, carries a 10.01% weight, so it is large enough to matter meaningfully at the portfolio level. The next few positions also remain sizeable, which means the fund’s outcomes may be influenced by a handful of individual names more than by a widely spread basket.
Weight falls from 10.01% at the top to 5.5% in the tenth holding, which is a moderate drop rather than a sharp cliff. That pattern suggests the portfolio is built with several meaningful positions clustered together instead of one dominant position followed by very small residual bets.
Even so, the top 10 already account for approximately 80.8% of the portfolio across 24 disclosed holdings, so the visible structure remains fairly concentrated. That concentration could help if the larger positions work together, but it may also increase the impact of stock-specific swings.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund fits investors who are comfortable with High Risk and can stay invested long enough to ride through uneven phases. The 1-year result is negative, but the 3-year record is positive and ahead of the benchmark, so the profile is more appropriate for a patient investor than for someone seeking steady short-term outcomes.
The main trade-off is simple: you may get stronger medium-term compounding than the benchmark, but you also need to accept weaker recent momentum and a concentrated portfolio structure. That makes it more suitable for investors who can tolerate volatility and are evaluating the fund with a multi-year horizon.
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 15D, Nil after 15D. No exit load after holding period.
Source data date: as of 17 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Quant Dynamic Asset Allocation Fund Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹16.9871 as of 17 Sep 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
Its 1-year return is -2.15%, its 3-year return is 12.36%, and its 5-year return is Data not available.
How has the fund done versus the benchmark?
It has beaten the benchmark over 1M, 3M and 3Y, while still posting a negative 1-year return. The benchmark has been weaker over the same windows, especially over 1Y.
How does it compare with the peer funds listed here?
Its 1-year return is below the strongest peer return in this set, but its 3-year return is ahead of the peers with available 3-year figures. The recent and medium-term pictures are not the same.
Does the fund have a minimum SIP?
The minimum SIP is ₹1,000.
Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?
The fund is managed by Sandeep Tandon, Ankit Pande, Sameer Kate and Varun Pattani. The exit load is 1% on or before 15D, Nil after 15D, and there is no exit load after the holding period.
Bottom line
This fund’s recent performance is softer than its 3-year record, but the longer view still looks constructive because the 3-year return stays ahead of the benchmark. Compared with peers, the short-term figure is not the strongest in the set, while the medium-term result is relatively better among those with available 3-year data. The High Risk profile and the fairly concentrated portfolio mean it is better suited to investors who can tolerate volatility and think in multi-year terms.
Published on 18 September 2026 at 1:01 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.