Quant Equity Savings Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 17, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Quant Equity Savings Fund Direct Growth Plan is at ₹10.993 as of 16 Sep 2026, with scheme AUM of ₹59 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 8.75%, 0% and 0%, and it sits in the Medium Risk bucket. Our view is that this is a relatively small, mixed-asset-style allocation where the recent return profile has improved, but the longer record is still too short to build a full long-term trend around.
The fund has outpaced a weak benchmark over the past year, yet the one-year figure is still the only meaningful trailing return available here. That makes it more suitable for investors who can accept medium risk and want a portfolio with a meaningful cash and diversified-stock component rather than a simple index-style hold.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹10.993 as of 16 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹59 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.59% |
| Launch Date | 24 Jul 2025 |
| Min SIP | ₹1,000 |
| Risk Category | Medium Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Exit Load | 1% on or before 15D, Nil after 15D |
| Fund Managers | Sanjeev Sharma, Ankit Pande, Varun Pattani, Ayusha Kumbhat |
The fund is managed by Sanjeev Sharma, Ankit Pande, Varun Pattani and Ayusha Kumbhat.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | 0.84% | -4.41% |
| 3M | 4.26% | -3.6% |
| 1Y | 8.75% | -7.76% |
| 3Y | Data not available | Data not available |
| 5Y | Data not available | Data not available |
The recent pattern is better than the benchmark across every available period. Over 1 month, the fund stayed positive while the benchmark was still negative, and that gap widened over 3 months. The 1-year figure is the clearest signal: the fund delivered a positive return while the benchmark remained firmly negative.
That said, the 1-year series is still fairly uneven rather than smooth. The fund moved through short patches of softness before recovering, so we read the recent result as resilience rather than uninterrupted strength. The trajectory matters more than a single month, and here the trajectory has been notably steadier than the benchmark.
We would not stretch the 1-year number into a longer history that is not yet available. The practical reading is that the fund has handled the past year better than a broad-market reference, but investors still have limited evidence for how it behaves across a full market cycle.
For now, the main takeaway is that recent performance has been constructive, yet the available record is still short. That makes the benchmark comparison useful, but it should not be treated as proof of a mature long-term track record.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baroda BNP Paribas Gold ETF FoF Direct Growth Plan | 34.39% | Data not available | Data not available |
| HDFC Innovation Fund Direct Growth Plan | 14.3% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Bajaj Finserv Small Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan | 13.33% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Quant Equity Savings Fund Direct Growth Plan | 8.75% | Data not available | Data not available |
| Kotak Active Momentum Fund Direct Growth Plan | 6.31% | Data not available | 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 sits below the strongest peer figures in this set, but it is still comfortably positive. On the limited long-term data shown here, every peer also has unavailable 3-year and 5-year figures, so the comparison stays anchored to the recent period rather than to a mature cycle record.
That creates two different stories. The short-term story is that the fund has been steadier than the benchmark and positive in a weak market backdrop. The peer story is that other funds in the set have shown higher 1-year outcomes, although those comparisons do not tell us anything about sustained multi-year compounding for this group.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| TREPS 01-Sep-2026 Depo 10 | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 15.75% |
| Quant Liquid Fund-Growth -Direct Plan | Domestic Mutual Funds Units | 9.77% |
| Indus Towers Limited | Telecom | 8.21% |
| Piramal Finance Ltd | Finance | 7.79% |
| Gujarat Themis Biosyn Ltd -Qip | Healthcare | 7.07% |
| Info Edge (India) Ltd | IT | 5.32% |
| Reliance Industries Limited | Crude Oil | 4.66% |
| JSW Infrastructure Limited | Logistics | 4.16% |
| Bajaj Finance Limited | Finance | 4% |
| Life Insurance Corporation of India | Insurance | 3.68% |
The largest holding is TREPS 01-Sep-2026 Depo 10 at 15.75%, which tells us a meaningful slice of the portfolio is parked in cash-like instruments. That can support liquidity and may reduce day-to-day portfolio swings, but it also means the fund is not fully deployed into individual equity positions at this snapshot.
Weight then falls to 9.77% in the second holding and keeps stepping down through a diverse set of names. By the tenth holding, the weight is 3.68%, so the visible part of the portfolio does not rely on one or two outsized stock bets alone. The mix looks more layered than top-heavy.
The top 10 holdings account for approximately 70.41% of the portfolio, and the fund discloses 22 holdings in total. That suggests a reasonably concentrated core, followed by a longer tail of smaller positions that may contribute to diversification. The current balance between cash-like exposure, mutual fund units and equities could make the fund less volatile than a pure equity strategy, while still leaving enough market exposure to matter.
To see all holdings, visit the Quant Equity Savings Fund Direct Growth Plan page
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund may suit investors who are comfortable with Medium Risk and want exposure that is not as aggressive as a full equity-only portfolio. The recent return profile has been better than the benchmark, which is useful, but the absence of longer trailing history means the cleaner read comes from the latest year rather than from a multi-cycle track record.
We see it as more appropriate for a medium-term horizon than for very short holding periods. The main trade-off is that the fund may offer a steadier experience than a pure equity fund because of its cash-like and diversified positioning, but that can also limit upside when equity markets strengthen sharply.
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 applies at 1% on or before 15 days and is nil after 15 days.
Source data date: as of 16 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Quant Equity Savings Fund Direct Growth Plan?
It is ₹10.993 as of 16 Sep 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The 1-year return is 8.75%, while the 3-year and 5-year returns are Data not available.
How has the fund done against the benchmark recently?
It has been ahead of the Nifty 50 over 1 month, 3 months and 1 year. The benchmark was negative across those same periods.
How does it compare with the peer funds listed here?
Its 1-year return is below the strongest peer figures shown here, but the comparison does not include usable 3-year or 5-year figures for those peers.
What is the minimum SIP amount?
The minimum SIP is ₹1,000.
Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?
The fund is managed by Sanjeev Sharma, Ankit Pande, Varun Pattani and Ayusha Kumbhat. Exit load is 1% on or before 15 days and nil after 15 days.
Bottom line
Quant Equity Savings Fund Direct Growth Plan has a better recent return profile than its benchmark, but the available long-term track record is still limited. In the peer set shown here, its 1-year return is not the strongest, yet the comparison is heavily tilted toward short-term figures because longer horizons are unavailable for the listed peers. The portfolio’s notable cash-like weight and spread across 22 holdings suggest a measured structure rather than a narrow single-bet setup, which may appeal to investors looking for medium-risk exposure with some stability built in.
Published on 17 September 2026 at 9:55 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.