{"id":232517,"date":"2026-09-05T16:08:07","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T10:38:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-09-05T16:08:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T10:38:07","slug":"icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio &#038; Should You Invest?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a> has a NAV of \u20b9118.9 as of 04 Sep 2026 and a scheme AUM of \u20b980,960 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are -1.44%, 11.83% and 11.75%, and the fund sits in the High Risk category.<\/p>\n<p>Our view is that this is a large-cap equity fund for investors who can tolerate sharp periods of underperformance in exchange for potential long-term equity participation. The longer-term return pattern is steadier than the 1-year outcome, but the recent run has been uneven, so it fits better as a holding for a long horizon than for short-term capital preservation.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 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href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Performance\" title=\"Performance\">Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Should_you_BUY_or_HOLD_ICICI_Pru_Large_Cap\" title=\"Should you BUY or HOLD ICICI Pru Large Cap?\">Should you BUY or HOLD ICICI Pru Large Cap?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Peer_comparison\" title=\"Peer comparison\">Peer comparison<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Portfolio_where_your_money_goes\" title=\"Portfolio: where your money goes\">Portfolio: where your money goes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Who_should_invest\" title=\"Who should invest\">Who should invest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Tax_and_exit_load\" title=\"Tax and exit load\">Tax and exit load<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" title=\"Frequently asked questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#What_is_the_current_NAV_of_ICICI_Pru_Large_Cap_Fund_Direct_Growth_Plan\" title=\"What is the current NAV of ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan?\">What is the current NAV of ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#What_are_the_funds_1-year_3-year_and_5-year_returns\" title=\"What are the fund\u2019s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?\">What are the fund\u2019s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#How_does_the_fund_compare_with_its_benchmark\" title=\"How does the fund compare with its benchmark?\">How does the fund compare with its benchmark?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#How_does_it_compare_with_the_listed_peer_funds\" title=\"How does it compare with the listed peer funds?\">How does it compare with the listed peer funds?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#What_is_the_minimum_SIP_amount\" title=\"What is the minimum SIP amount?\">What is the minimum SIP amount?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Who_manages_the_fund_and_what_is_the_exit_load\" title=\"Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?\">Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Bottom_line\" title=\"Bottom line\">Bottom line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Explore_mutual_funds_with_Univest\" title=\"Explore mutual funds with Univest\">Explore mutual funds with Univest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#RIA_disclosure\" title=\"RIA disclosure\">RIA disclosure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_facts\"><\/span>Quick facts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Particular<\/th>\n<th>Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>NAV<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9118.9 as of 04 Sep 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>AUM<\/td>\n<td>\u20b980,960 Cr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Expense Ratio<\/td>\n<td>0.85%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Launch Date<\/td>\n<td>01 Jan 2013<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Min SIP<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Risk Category<\/td>\n<td>High Risk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Benchmark<\/td>\n<td>Nifty 50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fund Category<\/td>\n<td>Equity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Exit Load<\/td>\n<td>1% on or before 1Y, NIL after 1Y<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fund Managers<\/td>\n<td>Sankaran Naren, Vaibhav Dusad, Sharmila Dsilva<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The fund is managed by Sankaran Naren, Vaibhav Dusad and Sharmila Dsilva.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 04 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Performance\"><\/span>Performance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Period<\/th>\n<th>Fund return<\/th>\n<th>Benchmark return<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>1M<\/td>\n<td>-2.76%<\/td>\n<td>-2.95%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3M<\/td>\n<td>3.18%<\/td>\n<td>2.27%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1Y<\/td>\n<td>-1.44%<\/td>\n<td>-4.43%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3Y<\/td>\n<td>11.83%<\/td>\n<td>5.88%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5Y<\/td>\n<td>11.75%<\/td>\n<td>6.29%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The recent picture is mixed, but not weak across the board. The 1-month return is slightly better than the benchmark, while the 3-month figure is also ahead, which suggests the fund has recovered some ground after a choppy stretch.<\/p>\n<p>The 1-year return is still negative, but it is less severe than the benchmark\u2019s decline. That matters because it shows the fund has handled the last year better than the index, even if the absolute outcome is still below zero.<\/p>\n<p>Over 3 years and 5 years, the fund\u2019s returns are comfortably above the benchmark. That longer-run gap tells us the fund has compounded more effectively than Nifty 50 over these periods, even though the path has not been smooth.<\/p>\n<p>From the time pattern, we can see phases of drawdown and recovery rather than a straight line higher. For investors, that usually means the fund may reward patience, but the short-term behaviour can still look volatile relative to the smoother narrative of the longer horizon.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 04 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<section class=\"univest-mf-premium-cta\" style=\"margin:28px 0;padding:24px;border-radius:10px;border:1px solid #d8e3f0;background:#f7faff\">\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_BUY_or_HOLD_ICICI_Pru_Large_Cap\"><\/span>Should you BUY or HOLD ICICI Pru Large Cap?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A fund&#8217;s past returns alone don&#8217;t tell you whether you should buy it today or continue holding it.<\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Already holding ICICI Pru Large Cap? Thinking of investing now?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\" style=\"font-weight:700;text-decoration:none\">Get your portfolio analysed for FREE by SEBI-registered Investment Adviser (RIA) through Univest MF Premium<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peer_comparison\"><\/span>Peer comparison<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Fund<\/th>\n<th>1Y return<\/th>\n<th>3Y return<\/th>\n<th>5Y return<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>-1.44%<\/td>\n<td>11.83%<\/td>\n<td>11.75%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/quant-large-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">Quant Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>9.25%<\/td>\n<td>14.01%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/taurus-large-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">Taurus Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>9.16%<\/td>\n<td>13.69%<\/td>\n<td>10.6%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/bank-of-india-large-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">Bank of India Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>8.37%<\/td>\n<td>13.86%<\/td>\n<td>10.02%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/invesco-india-largecap-fund-g-direct-plan\">Invesco India Largecap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>6.26%<\/td>\n<td>14.89%<\/td>\n<td>12.09%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/bajaj-finserv-large-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">Bajaj Finserv Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>4.18%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.<\/p>\n<p>The fund\u2019s 1-year return trails every peer listed here, while the 3-year and 5-year figures sit below the strongest longer-term peer numbers available. The contrast is important: the fund\u2019s medium- and long-term track record is still respectable, but the current 1-year stretch is clearly softer than the peer set\u2019s positive recent outcomes.<\/p>\n<p>That means the short-term and longer-term peer comparisons tell different stories. In the shorter window, the fund has lagged badly because the peers have positive 1-year returns; over longer windows, the gap narrows, and the fund still shows a workable compounding record against several of these schemes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 04 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<div class=\"univest-peer-login-cta\" style=\"margin:20px 0;padding:16px 18px;border:1px solid #d8e3f0;border-radius:8px;background:#f7faff\">\n<p style=\"margin:0\"><strong>Want to know more?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\" style=\"font-weight:700;text-decoration:none\">Log in to Univest<\/a> for more mutual fund insights.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Portfolio_where_your_money_goes\"><\/span>Portfolio: where your money goes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Holding<\/th>\n<th>Sector<\/th>\n<th>Weight<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>ICICI Bank Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>Bank<\/td>\n<td>9.14%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HDFC Bank Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>Bank<\/td>\n<td>8.21%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Reliance Industries Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>Crude Oil<\/td>\n<td>5.75%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Larsen &amp; Toubro Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>Infrastructure<\/td>\n<td>4.32%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bharti Airtel Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>Telecom<\/td>\n<td>4.29%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Axis Bank Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>Bank<\/td>\n<td>3.73%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>3.24%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TREPS<\/td>\n<td>Cash &amp; Cash Equivalents and Net Assets<\/td>\n<td>3.13%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Infosys Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>IT<\/td>\n<td>2.84%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ultratech Cement Ltd.<\/td>\n<td>Construction Materials<\/td>\n<td>2.79%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The top 10 holdings account for approximately 47.44% of the portfolio.<\/p>\n<p>To see all holdings, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/icici-pru-large-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a> page<\/p>\n<p>ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank together form a large part of the visible portfolio, and the biggest single position is 9.14%. The drop from the first holding to the tenth is noticeable, but not extreme, which suggests the fund is not dependent on just one or two names.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, the visible book is still fairly concentrated. The top 10 positions make up 47.44% of assets, while the full disclosed list contains 52 holdings, so the remaining weight is spread across a broader tail of smaller positions that may cushion single-stock impact.<\/p>\n<p>That mix can matter for investors who want a large-cap style with meaningful individual-company exposure, rather than a very broad, index-like spread. The heavier weights in banks and other large businesses may influence returns more than the smaller positions, but the longer tail still provides diversification beyond the headline holdings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 04 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_should_invest\"><\/span>Who should invest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This fund suits investors who can handle High Risk equity swings and are comfortable with uneven shorter-term outcomes. The 3-year and 5-year returns point to a stronger long-term story than the last year, so a patient horizon matters more than a quick outcome.<\/p>\n<p>The main trade-off is that the fund has offered better longer-run compounding than the benchmark, but with a choppier recent phase and a portfolio that still carries meaningful stock-specific exposure. It fits better for someone seeking large-cap equity participation over several years, while accepting that returns may move around materially in the meantime.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tax_and_exit_load\"><\/span>Tax and exit load<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Holding period<\/th>\n<th>Tax rate<\/th>\n<th>Description<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Units held less than 1 year<\/td>\n<td>20%<\/td>\n<td>Short-term capital gains tax<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Units held more than 1 year<\/td>\n<td>12.5%<\/td>\n<td>Long-term capital gains tax<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Exit load: 1% on or before 1Y, NIL after 1Y.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 04 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_current_NAV_of_ICICI_Pru_Large_Cap_Fund_Direct_Growth_Plan\"><\/span>What is the current NAV of ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The current NAV is \u20b9118.9 as of 04 Sep 2026.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_funds_1-year_3-year_and_5-year_returns\"><\/span>What are the fund\u2019s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The 1-year return is -1.44%, the 3-year return is 11.83% and the 5-year return is 11.75%.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_the_fund_compare_with_its_benchmark\"><\/span>How does the fund compare with its benchmark?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It has outpaced the benchmark over 3 years and 5 years, and its 1-year decline is smaller than the benchmark\u2019s. The recent 1-month and 3-month numbers are also slightly better than the benchmark.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_it_compare_with_the_listed_peer_funds\"><\/span>How does it compare with the listed peer funds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The fund\u2019s 1-year return is weaker than the listed peers, while its 3-year and 5-year figures are still solid but below the stronger long-term peer numbers shown here.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_minimum_SIP_amount\"><\/span>What is the minimum SIP amount?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The minimum SIP amount is \u20b9100.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_manages_the_fund_and_what_is_the_exit_load\"><\/span>Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The fund is managed by Sankaran Naren, Vaibhav Dusad and Sharmila Dsilva. The exit load is 1% on or before 1Y, and NIL after 1Y.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_line\"><\/span>Bottom line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This fund\u2019s recent return pattern is weaker than its longer-term track record, which tells us the latest stretch has been more uneven than the 3-year and 5-year picture. Against the benchmark and the listed peers, the fund still shows reasonable long-run compounding, but the latest year has clearly lagged the more positive peer outcomes. Its High Risk profile and meaningful position concentration mean it is best viewed as a long-horizon large-cap equity holding rather than a steadier short-term parking place.<\/p>\n<p class=\"univest-posted-at\" style=\"font-size:14px;color:#666;margin:20px 0 8px\">Published on 5 September 2026 at 4:05 PM IST<\/p>\n<section class=\"univest-login-cta\" style=\"margin:28px 0;padding:24px;border-radius:10px;background:#eef5ff;border:1px solid #cddff7;text-align:center\">\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_mutual_funds_with_Univest\"><\/span>Explore mutual funds with Univest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Review mutual fund data, compare performance and explore fund insights on Univest.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:11px 20px;border-radius:6px;background:#1f4e79;color:#fff !important;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700\">Explore Univest<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"univest-disclaimer\">\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RIA_disclosure\"><\/span>RIA disclosure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"InvestmentFund\",\"name\":\"ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan\",\"identifier\":\"icici-pru-large-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\",\"category\":\"Equity\",\"dateCreated\":\"01 Jan 2013\",\"isAccessibleForFree\":true,\"additionalProperty\":[{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"NAV\",\"value\":118.9,\"valueReference\":\"as of 04 Sep 2026\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"AUM\",\"value\":\"80960 Cr\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Expense Ratio\",\"value\":\"0.85\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Benchmark\",\"value\":\"Nifty 50\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"1Y Return\",\"value\":-1.44},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"3Y Return\",\"value\":11.83},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"5Y Return\",\"value\":11.75},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Fund Managers\",\"value\":\"Sankaran Naren, Vaibhav Dusad, Sharmila Dsilva\"}]}<\/script><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the current NAV of ICICI Pru Large Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The current NAV is \u20b9118.9 as of 04 Sep 2026.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the fund\u2019s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The 1-year return is -1.44%, the 3-year return is 11.83% and the 5-year return is 11.75%.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does the fund compare with its benchmark?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It has outpaced the benchmark over 3 years and 5 years, and its 1-year decline is smaller than the benchmark\u2019s. 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