{"id":243867,"date":"2026-09-11T12:55:48","date_gmt":"2026-09-11T07:25:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/tata-nifty-auto-index-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-09-11T12:55:48","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T07:25:48","slug":"tata-nifty-auto-index-fund-direct-growth-review-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/tata-nifty-auto-index-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Tata Nifty Auto Index Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio &#038; Should You Invest?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/tata-nifty-auto-index-fund-g-direct-plan\">Tata Nifty Auto Index Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a> has a NAV of \u20b912.569 as of 10 Sep 2026 and an AUM of \u20b9105 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 2.16%, 0% and 0%, and the scheme sits in the High Risk category.<\/p>\n<p>Our view is that this is a focused auto-sector index fund with a narrow theme and a volatile return pattern. The combination of a concentrated holdings mix, sector-only exposure and modest recent gains means it is more suitable for investors who can tolerate sharp swings and want a tactical allocation rather than a core holding.<\/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 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href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/tata-nifty-auto-index-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-nifty-auto-index-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Should_you_BUY_or_HOLD_Tata_Nifty_Auto_Index\" title=\"Should you BUY or HOLD Tata Nifty Auto Index?\">Should you BUY or HOLD Tata Nifty Auto Index?<\/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-nifty-auto-index-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-nifty-auto-index-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-nifty-auto-index-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-nifty-auto-index-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-nifty-auto-index-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-nifty-auto-index-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-nifty-auto-index-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-nifty-auto-index-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>\u20b912.569 as of 10 Sep 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>AUM<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9105 Cr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Expense Ratio<\/td>\n<td>0.5%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Launch Date<\/td>\n<td>26 Apr 2024<\/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>Index Funds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Exit Load<\/td>\n<td>0.25% on or before 15D, Nil after 15D<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fund Managers<\/td>\n<td>Nitin Sharma, Rakesh Prajapati<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The fund is managed by Nitin Sharma and Rakesh Prajapati.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 10 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>-6.54%<\/td>\n<td>-4.06%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3M<\/td>\n<td>7.34%<\/td>\n<td>1.37%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1Y<\/td>\n<td>2.16%<\/td>\n<td>-7.31%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3Y<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5Y<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The fund has been uneven in the near term. The 1-month return is negative, but the 3-month return is clearly stronger and shows a recovery after a softer patch. That kind of short-run movement is consistent with a theme fund that can move quickly when auto stocks catch a bid, but it can also give back gains just as fast.<\/p>\n<p>Against the benchmark, the fund has done better over 3 months and 1 year. The 1-year return of 2.16% stands well above the benchmark\u2019s -7.31%, which tells us the fund has held up better over the latest year even though the most recent month was weak. The 3-month return is also ahead of the benchmark by a wide margin.<\/p>\n<p>The longer path still looks short and choppy rather than smooth. Because the fund launched in 2024, there is no 3-year or 5-year history to assess, so the current picture is mainly about how the strategy has behaved through one year of live performance. Our reading is that the fund has shown some resilience recently, but it has not yet built a long track record that would soften the swings visible in the monthly pattern.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 10 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_Nifty_Auto_Index\"><\/span>Should you BUY or HOLD Tata Nifty Auto Index?<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 Nifty Auto Index? 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-nifty-auto-index-fund-g-direct-plan\">Tata Nifty Auto Index Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>2.16%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/icici-pru-nasdaq-100-index-fund-g-direct-plan\">ICICI Pru NASDAQ 100 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>33.08%<\/td>\n<td>30.07%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/motilal-oswal-nifty-india-defence-index-fund-g-direct-plan\">Motilal Oswal Nifty India Defence Index Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>26.95%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/aditya-birla-sl-nifty-india-defence-index-fund-g-direct-plan\">Aditya Birla SL Nifty India Defence Index Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>26.94%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/tata-nifty-capital-markets-index-fund-g-direct-plan\">Tata Nifty Capital Markets Index Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>24.33%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/motilal-oswal-nifty-capital-market-index-fund-g-direct-plan\">Motilal Oswal Nifty Capital Market Index Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>23.74%<\/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 current fund\u2019s 1-year return is far below the leading peer returns in this set, even though it has beaten the benchmark over the same period. That tells us the fund\u2019s recent improvement is real, but it has not matched the stronger one-year compounding shown by several other thematic index funds in the comparison set.<\/p>\n<p>On the longer horizon, the comparison is limited because the current fund does not yet have 3-year or 5-year figures. Among the peers with longer history, ICICI Pru NASDAQ 100 Index Fund Direct Growth Plan has strong 3-year performance, while the current fund has no comparable long-run record to place against it. The short-term and longer-term pictures therefore point in different directions: the fund looks better versus its benchmark than it does versus the peer set, but its own history is still too short for a full long-horizon read.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 10 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>Mahindra &amp; Mahindra Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>23.58%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Maruti Suzuki India Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>14.43%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bajaj Auto Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>9.92%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Eicher Motors Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>8.39%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TVS Motor Company Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>7.87%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>5.52%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hero Motocorp Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>5.43%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>5.18%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bharat Forge Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>4.56%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ashok Leyland Ltd<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>3.7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The top 10 holdings account for approximately 88.58% of the portfolio.<\/p>\n<p>To see all holdings, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/tata-nifty-auto-index-fund-g-direct-plan\">Tata Nifty Auto Index Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a> page<\/p>\n<p>The largest holding, Mahindra &amp; Mahindra Ltd, carries a weight of 23.58%, so it is likely to have a meaningful influence on day-to-day movement. The gap from the first holding to the tenth is substantial, with the tenth holding at 3.7%, which suggests the portfolio is not evenly spread across its biggest positions.<\/p>\n<p>That pattern points to meaningful concentration in a handful of auto names rather than a broad balance across many similarly sized positions. With 15 disclosed holdings and nearly 89% of the portfolio in the top 10, the fund may move in line with the biggest auto constituents more than with the smaller tail holdings. For investors, that means the theme can work sharply when leading auto stocks are strong, but it may also limit diversification inside the scheme.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 10 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 fits investors who are comfortable with High Risk exposure and can stay invested through sharp sector swings. The return pattern shows a positive 1-year outcome but a weak latest month, so the ride is unlikely to feel smooth.<\/p>\n<p>It is better suited to a longer horizon than a short one, especially because the scheme is young and does not yet have 3-year or 5-year history. The main trade-off is simple: you get focused exposure to the auto theme, but you must accept that the same focus can make performance more uneven than a diversified equity fund.<\/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 0.25% if units are sold on or before 15 days. No exit load applies after the holding period.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 10 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 Nifty Auto Index Fund Direct Growth Plan?<\/strong><br \/>The current NAV is \u20b912.569 as of 10 Sep 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the fund\u2019s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?<\/strong><br \/>The 1-year return is 2.16%, while the 3-year and 5-year returns are Data not available because the scheme does not yet have those full histories.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How has the fund performed versus its benchmark?<\/strong><br \/>Over 1 year, the fund has returned 2.16% versus the benchmark\u2019s -7.31%. Over 3 months, it has also been stronger than the benchmark.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it compare with the peer funds shown here?<\/strong><br \/>Its 1-year return is well below the stronger peer returns in the comparison set, although it has still stayed ahead of the benchmark over the same period.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the minimum SIP amount?<\/strong><br \/>The minimum SIP amount is \u20b9100.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?<\/strong><br \/>The fund is managed by Nitin Sharma and Rakesh Prajapati. Exit load is 0.25% if units are sold on or before 15 days, and there is no exit load after that 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 Nifty Auto Index Fund Direct Growth Plan shows a better near-term picture than its benchmark, but its short history and uneven monthly movement mean the longer view is still limited. Compared with the peer set shown here, its 1-year return is weaker, even though the fund has stayed ahead of the benchmark. The portfolio is heavily tilted toward a few large auto names, so the scheme may suit investors who want concentrated thematic exposure and can handle High Risk volatility.<\/p>\n<p class=\"univest-posted-at\" style=\"font-size:14px;color:#666;margin:20px 0 8px\">Published on 11 September 2026 at 12:54 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 Nifty Auto Index Fund Direct Growth Plan\",\"identifier\":\"tata-nifty-auto-index-fund-g-direct-plan\",\"category\":\"Index Funds\",\"dateCreated\":\"26 Apr 2024\",\"isAccessibleForFree\":true,\"additionalProperty\":[{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"NAV\",\"value\":12.569,\"valueReference\":\"as of 10 Sep 2026\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"AUM\",\"value\":\"105 Cr\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Expense Ratio\",\"value\":\"0.5\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Benchmark\",\"value\":\"Nifty 50\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"1Y Return\",\"value\":2.16},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"3Y Return\",\"value\":0},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"5Y Return\",\"value\":0},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Fund Managers\",\"value\":\"Nitin Sharma, Rakesh Prajapati\"}]}<\/script><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the current NAV of Tata Nifty Auto Index Fund Direct Growth Plan?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The current NAV is \u20b912.569 as of 10 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 2.16%, while the 3-year and 5-year returns are Data not available because the scheme does not yet have those full histories.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How has the fund performed versus its benchmark?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Over 1 year, the fund has returned 2.16% versus the benchmark\u2019s -7.31%. 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