{"id":241119,"date":"2026-09-10T13:35:08","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T08:05:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/tata-children-s-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-09-10T13:35:08","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T08:05:08","slug":"tata-children-s-fund-direct-growth-review-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/tata-children-s-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Tata Children&#8217;s Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio &#038; Should You Invest?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/tata-children-s-fund-g-direct-plan\">Tata Children&#8217;s Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a> currently has a NAV of \u20b961.5364 as of 09 Sep 2026 and an AUM of \u20b9331 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are -7.42%, 4.34% and 6.69%, and it sits in the High Risk category.<\/p>\n<p>Our view is that this is a fund for investors who can stay patient through uneven stretches. The longer horizon is more stable than the recent one-year outcome, but the portfolio still carries meaningful concentration in large financials, consumer names and a few industrial leaders.<\/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\/tata-children-s-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\/tata-children-s-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Should_you_BUY_or_HOLD_Tata_Childrens\" title=\"Should you BUY or HOLD Tata Children&#8217;s?\">Should you BUY or HOLD Tata Children&#8217;s?<\/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\/tata-children-s-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\/tata-children-s-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\/tata-children-s-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\/tata-children-s-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\/tata-children-s-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" title=\"Frequently asked questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/tata-children-s-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-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/tata-children-s-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-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/tata-children-s-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>\u20b961.5364 as of 09 Sep 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>AUM<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9331 Cr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Expense Ratio<\/td>\n<td>2.07%<\/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>\u20b9500<\/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>Compulsory Lock-in Option 5Y or till the child attains age of majority (whichever is earlier). 1% &#8211; If redeemed before child attains 18Y of age<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fund Managers<\/td>\n<td>Rahul Singh (Tata)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The fund is managed by Rahul Singh (Tata).<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 09 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>-3.46%<\/td>\n<td>-4.69%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3M<\/td>\n<td>1.13%<\/td>\n<td>0.93%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1Y<\/td>\n<td>-7.42%<\/td>\n<td>-7.16%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3Y<\/td>\n<td>4.34%<\/td>\n<td>6%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5Y<\/td>\n<td>6.69%<\/td>\n<td>5.87%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The recent picture is mixed. Over one month and three months, the fund was slightly better than the benchmark, which suggests that the latest phase has been less weak than the broader market shown by Nifty 50. Even so, the 1-year return remains negative, so the short-term record is still under pressure.<\/p>\n<p>Over 3 years, the fund has delivered 4.34%, which trails the benchmark&#8217;s 6%. That gap tells us the fund has not kept pace with the benchmark across a more meaningful medium-term stretch. The 5-year return of 6.69% is better than the benchmark&#8217;s 5.87%, so the longer horizon looks more constructive than the 3-year frame.<\/p>\n<p>The movement pattern also points to volatility rather than a smooth climb. Returns improved strongly at points in the middle of the longer period, but the later part of the record cooled again, especially in the 1-year window. For investors, that means the fund can participate in upside over time, but the path can be uneven and may test patience during weaker phases.<\/p>\n<p>The gap between the 3-year and 5-year outcomes matters. It suggests the fund&#8217;s longer compounding has been decent, but recent softness has interrupted that trend. We would read this as a fund whose case depends more on a longer holding period than on near-term consistency.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 09 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_Tata_Childrens\"><\/span>Should you BUY or HOLD Tata Children&#8217;s?<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 Tata Children&#8217;s? 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\/tata-children-s-fund-g-direct-plan\">Tata Children&#8217;s Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>-7.42%<\/td>\n<td>4.34%<\/td>\n<td>6.69%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/bank-of-india-flexi-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">Bank of India Flexi Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>14.64%<\/td>\n<td>19.35%<\/td>\n<td>16.86%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/iti-flexi-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">ITI Flexi Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>14.58%<\/td>\n<td>18.35%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/navi-flexi-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">Navi Flexi Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>12.17%<\/td>\n<td>11.19%<\/td>\n<td>11.65%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/lic-mf-multi-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">LIC MF Multi Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>11.62%<\/td>\n<td>17.78%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/trustmf-flexi-cap-fund-g-direct-plan\">TRUSTMF Flexi Cap Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>10.87%<\/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&#8217;s 1-year return is well below the peer set shown here, while several peers are in positive double digits. That makes the recent stretch look notably softer than the group&#8217;s current numbers. The 3-year result also trails the stronger peer outcomes available in the table, although the 5-year figure is still ahead of some peers with disclosed five-year data.<\/p>\n<p>In our view, the comparison tells two different stories. The short-term picture is weak, but the longer-term picture is not uniformly poor, because the 5-year return is competitive with a few peers even as the 3-year outcome remains modest. That split matters for readers who are comparing near-term momentum against longer holding-period compounding.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 09 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>HDFC Bank Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Bank<\/td>\n<td>5.57%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Reliance Industries Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Crude Oil<\/td>\n<td>5.01%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>ICICI Bank Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Bank<\/td>\n<td>4.39%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Titan Company Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Diamond &#038; Jewellery<\/td>\n<td>4.01%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Bank<\/td>\n<td>3.8%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Larsen &amp; Toubro Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Infrastructure<\/td>\n<td>3.66%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Marico Ltd<\/td>\n<td>FMCG<\/td>\n<td>3.59%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>City Union Bank Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Bank<\/td>\n<td>3.51%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Axis Bank Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Bank<\/td>\n<td>3.24%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hindustan Unilever Ltd<\/td>\n<td>FMCG<\/td>\n<td>2.38%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The largest holding, HDFC Bank Ltd, stands at 5.57%, so no single position dominates the portfolio on its own. Even so, the top ten names are all above 2% and the drop from the first holding to the tenth is not steep enough to suggest a very flat list.<\/p>\n<p>The mix leans heavily toward banks, with consumer and infrastructure names also visible among the largest positions. That pattern may give the fund a strong linkage to a relatively small set of large Indian businesses, which could amplify the effect of stock selection in both good and difficult periods.<\/p>\n<p>The top 10 holdings account for approximately 39.16% of the portfolio, and the scheme discloses 53 holdings in total. That tells us the portfolio is not fully concentrated in just a handful of stocks, but the displayed core still has enough weight to be influential in results.<\/p>\n<p>To see all holdings, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/tata-children-s-fund-g-direct-plan\">Tata Children&#8217;s Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a> page<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 09 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 volatility and are comfortable with a long horizon. The 1-year result is weak, but the 5-year outcome is steadier than the 3-year number and has edged ahead of the benchmark on that stretch, which makes patience important.<\/p>\n<p>The trade-off is clear: the portfolio gives exposure to a focused mix of large banks, consumer names and infrastructure leaders, but that same structure can also create uneven short-term outcomes. Investors who want smoother year-by-year returns may find that harder to accept, while those who can ride through swings may be more aligned with the fund&#8217;s style.<\/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 applies at 1% if units are sold on or before 5 years, or before the child attains 18 years of age. After the holding period, the exit load is 0%.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 09 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<p><strong>What is the current NAV of Tata Children&#8217;s Fund Direct Growth Plan?<\/strong><br \/>The current NAV is \u20b961.5364 as of 09 Sep 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the fund&#8217;s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?<\/strong><br \/>The fund&#8217;s returns are -7.42% over 1 year, 4.34% over 3 years and 6.69% over 5 years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does the fund compare with Nifty 50?<\/strong><br \/>It has lagged Nifty 50 over 1 year and 3 years, but it has edged ahead over 5 years. The short-term picture is weaker than the longer-term one.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it compare with the peer funds listed here?<\/strong><br \/>Its 1-year return is below the peer returns shown here, while its 5-year return is more competitive than some peers that have five-year figures available. The 3-year number also trails the stronger peer outcomes in this set.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the minimum SIP amount?<\/strong><br \/>The minimum SIP amount is \u20b9500.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the risk profile and exit load?<\/strong><br \/>It is a High Risk fund. Exit load is 1% if units are sold on or before 5 years, or before the child attains 18 years of age; no exit load applies after the holding period.<\/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>Tata Children&#8217;s Fund Direct Growth Plan looks more uneven in the near term than over the full five-year window. The 1-year result is negative and trails the benchmark, but the 5-year outcome is more respectable and has improved versus the benchmark over that longer stretch. The portfolio is tilted toward banks, consumer names and infrastructure, so the fund may move with a relatively focused set of large holdings. That makes it more suitable for investors who can tolerate High Risk swings and who can think in terms of a longer holding period.<\/p>\n<p class=\"univest-posted-at\" style=\"font-size:14px;color:#666;margin:20px 0 8px\">Published on 10 September 2026 at 1:33 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\":\"Tata Children's Fund Direct Growth Plan\",\"identifier\":\"tata-children-s-fund-g-direct-plan\",\"category\":\"Equity\",\"dateCreated\":\"01 Jan 2013\",\"isAccessibleForFree\":true,\"additionalProperty\":[{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"NAV\",\"value\":61.5364,\"valueReference\":\"as of 09 Sep 2026\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"AUM\",\"value\":\"331 Cr\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Expense Ratio\",\"value\":\"2.07\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Benchmark\",\"value\":\"Nifty 50\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"1Y Return\",\"value\":-7.42},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"3Y Return\",\"value\":4.34},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"5Y Return\",\"value\":6.69},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Fund Managers\",\"value\":\"Rahul Singh (Tata)\"}]}<\/script><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the current NAV of Tata Children's Fund Direct Growth Plan?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The current NAV is \u20b961.5364 as of 09 Sep 2026.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the fund's 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The fund's returns are -7.42% over 1 year, 4.34% over 3 years and 6.69% over 5 years.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does the fund compare with Nifty 50?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It has lagged Nifty 50 over 1 year and 3 years, but it has edged ahead over 5 years. 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