Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth: NAV Today, Performance Review and Should You Invest?

Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth is an open ended, solution oriented scheme aimed at long term goals such as a child's education, with a mandatory lock-in of 5 years or until the child turns 18, whichever is earlier, offered by Axis Mutual Fund. This review covers the latest NAV, historical returns, plan details and whether it fits your investment goals as an open ended equity-oriented scheme.

The scheme carries ISIN INF846K01WR4 and is classified under Solution Oriented Scheme – Children’s Fund. Read on for a full breakdown of Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth NAV history and returns before you decide how it fits your portfolio.

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About Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth

Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth is offered by Axis Mutual Fund and has a track record of about 10.6 years. The scheme falls under the Solution Oriented Scheme – Children’s Fund category as classified by AMFI. You can check its live NAV and portfolio details on the Univest mutual fund page linked above.

This particular scheme code represents a Direct Plan, which is bought straight from the fund house without a distributor, so it usually carries a lower expense ratio than the Regular Plan of the same scheme, structured under the Growth option, where profits are reinvested in the scheme and reflected in a rising NAV instead of being paid out. Investors evaluating Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth should confirm they are selecting the correct plan and option combination that matches their needs before investing.

Axis Mutual Fund is registered with SEBI and, like every other fund house, reports scheme performance and portfolio holdings to AMFI on a regular basis. Every mutual fund scheme in India, regardless of the AMC that manages it, is governed by SEBI Mutual Fund Regulations, which set rules around disclosure, expense ratios and investor protection that fund houses must follow.

Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth NAV and Performance

Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth NAV currently stands at Rs 30.2904. The table below summarises its performance across available time periods, calculated using official historical NAV data.

Metric	Value
Current NAV	Rs 30.2904
1 Year Return	-0.20%
3 Year CAGR	+8.90%
5 Year CAGR	+8.05%
Since Inception Cagr	+10.99%
Track Record	About 10.6 years
Category	Equity-oriented (Very High Risk)

Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth returns shown above are point to point and computed from official historical NAV data. Returns for periods below 1 year are absolute, while 1 year and above are shown as CAGR (compounded annual growth rate).

Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth: Plan and Option Explained

Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth is structured as a Direct Plan. In India, every open ended mutual fund scheme typically offers both a Direct Plan and a Regular Plan. The Direct Plan is bought straight from the AMC without a distributor and carries a lower expense ratio, while the Regular Plan of the same underlying portfolio is bought through a distributor and carries a marginally higher expense ratio that compensates the distributor.

On the option side, Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth uses the Growth option, where profits are reinvested in the scheme and reflected in a rising NAV instead of being paid out. Investors who want compounding without receiving cash payouts typically prefer Growth, while those who want periodic cash flow may prefer an IDCW or Dividend option, keeping in mind that payouts reduce the NAV to that extent.

Should You Invest in Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth?

Whether Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth suits you depends on your risk appetite, time horizon and financial goal. Suited to investors saving for a long term, goal-based need such as a child's future, who can commit to the mandatory lock-in and are comfortable with an equity-oriented allocation. It sits in the Equity-oriented category, which is classified as Very High Risk, so investors should size their allocation to this scheme according to how much volatility they can tolerate.

Investors considering Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth should also compare it against other schemes in the same equity-oriented category using a screener, check the expense ratio and exit load in the latest factsheet, and align the investment horizon with the recommended holding period for this category before committing fresh money.

Compare Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth Against Other Equity-oriented Funds on the Univest Screener

How to Invest in Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth via Univest

To invest in Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth, log in to your Univest account and complete your KYC if you have not already done so. Search for it by scheme name or AMC within the mutual fund section.

Decide between a lumpsum investment or a monthly SIP based on your cash flow, enter the amount, and confirm the order. You can track Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth NAV and returns anytime from your Univest portfolio dashboard.

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Risks of Investing in Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth

• Units are locked in for 5 years or until the child turns 18, whichever is earlier, so money cannot be withdrawn early even in an emergency.
• Being equity-oriented, NAV can see meaningful swings over the lock-in period.
• Check the scheme's specific equity-debt allocation in its factsheet, since this can vary by plan.

These risks apply broadly to the Equity-oriented category that Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth belongs to. Always read the Scheme Information Document (SID) of this scheme for the complete, fund specific risk factors before investing.

Conclusion

Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth is an open ended, solution oriented scheme aimed at long term goals such as a child's education, with a mandatory lock-in of 5 years or until the child turns 18, whichever is earlier. With a current NAV of Rs 30.2904 and a since inception CAGR of +10.99%, it has a track record investors can evaluate against their own goals. As with any equity-oriented investment, review the latest factsheet, expense ratio and exit load and consult your financial advisor to check suitability before investing. This article is for informational purposes as per SEBI RA INH000013776.

FAQs on Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth

What is the current NAV of Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth?

Ans. Its latest available NAV is Rs 30.2904. NAV changes every business day based on the value of the securities the scheme holds.

What are the returns of Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth?

Ans. It has delivered a 1 year return of -0.20%, a 3 year CAGR of +8.90% and a 5 year CAGR of +8.05%. Past returns do not guarantee future performance.

Can I invest in Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth right now?

Ans. Yes, it is an open ended scheme, which means investors can generally invest or redeem units on any business day at the applicable NAV, subject to any exit load mentioned in the scheme documents.

Is Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth a Direct Plan or a Regular Plan?

Ans. This specific scheme is the Direct Plan. a Direct Plan, which is bought straight from the fund house without a distributor, so it usually carries a lower expense ratio than the Regular Plan of the same scheme.

What is the Growth option in Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth?

Ans. It is structured under the Growth option, where profits are reinvested in the scheme and reflected in a rising NAV instead of being paid out.

What category does Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth belong to and how risky is it?

Ans. It falls under the Equity-oriented category and is classified as Very High Risk. Suited to investors saving for a long term, goal-based need such as a child's future, who can commit to the mandatory lock-in and are comfortable with an equity-oriented allocation.

How can I check Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth live on Univest?

Ans. You can track its NAV, category peers and other mutual fund and stock data through the Univest Screener and app after logging in to your Univest account.

Who manages Axis Children's No Lock in Direct Growth?

Ans. It is managed by Axis Mutual Fund as per the fund house's official scheme disclosures. Fund manager names can change over time, so investors should check the latest factsheet on the AMC website for the current manager.