Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW: NAV Today, Performance Review and Should You Invest?

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW is a fixed maturity, close ended debt scheme that was open for subscription only during its New Fund Offer window and is not available for fresh purchase now, offered by Bandhan Mutual Fund. This review covers the latest NAV, historical returns, plan details and whether it fits your investment goals as an existing debt scheme.

The scheme carries ISIN INF194KB1793 and is classified under Income. Read on for a full breakdown of Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW NAV history and returns before you decide how it fits your portfolio.

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About Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW is offered by Bandhan Mutual Fund and has a track record of about 7.4 years. The scheme falls under the Income category as classified by AMFI.

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 a Half Yearly IDCW option, where income is declared and distributed to unit holders every six months. Investors evaluating Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW should confirm they are selecting the correct plan and option combination that matches their needs before investing.

Bandhan 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.

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW NAV and Performance

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW NAV currently stands at Rs 11.5409. The table below summarises its performance across available time periods, calculated using official historical NAV data.

Metric	Value
Current NAV	Rs 11.5409
1 Year Return	-1.60%
3 Year CAGR	-0.01%
5 Year CAGR	+0.33%
Since Inception Cagr	+1.94%
Track Record	About 7.4 years
Category	Debt (Low to Moderate Risk)

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW 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).

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW: Plan and Option Explained

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW 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, Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW uses a Half Yearly IDCW option, where income is declared and distributed to unit holders every six months. 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 Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW?

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW is not open for fresh investment since it is a close ended scheme whose subscription window has already closed. The question for Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW is not whether to invest today but whether existing unit holders should continue holding until maturity. Since the underlying portfolio is largely fixed at launch, the return outcome for Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW depends mainly on the credit quality and structure of the debt instruments the scheme holds.

This scheme suits investors who already hold units and want to track NAV movement until maturity, not fresh investors looking to start a new investment.

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How to Invest in Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW via Univest

Since Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW is closed to new investment, you cannot start a fresh SIP or lumpsum purchase in this specific scheme. Existing unit holders can track Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW NAV and overall portfolio performance through the Univest app.

Log in to your Univest account, add Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW to your portfolio tracker using the folio or ISIN details from your account statement, and monitor NAV updates until the scheme matures.

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Risks of Investing in Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW

• The scheme is closed to new investment, so units can only be exited on the stock exchange (if listed) or held to maturity.
• Returns depend on the credit quality and duration of the underlying debt papers held till maturity.
• Liquidity before maturity can be limited compared to open ended debt funds.

These risks apply broadly to the Debt category that Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW belongs to. Always read the Scheme Information Document (SID) of this scheme for the complete, fund specific risk factors before investing.

Conclusion

Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW is a fixed maturity, close ended debt scheme that was open for subscription only during its New Fund Offer window and is not available for fresh purchase now. With a current NAV of Rs 11.5409 and a since inception CAGR of +1.94%, it has a track record investors can evaluate against their own goals. As with any debt 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 Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW

What is the current NAV of Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW?

Ans. Its latest available NAV is Rs 11.5409. NAV changes every business day based on the value of the securities the scheme holds.

What are the returns of Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW?

Ans. It has delivered a 1 year return of -1.60%, a 3 year CAGR of -0.01% and a 5 year CAGR of +0.33%. Past returns do not guarantee future performance.

Can I invest in Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW right now?

Ans. No. It is a close ended scheme and its subscription window closed after the New Fund Offer. Existing unit holders can track NAV until maturity or exit through the stock exchange if the scheme is listed there.

Is Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW 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 Half Yearly IDCW option in Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW?

Ans. It is structured under a Half Yearly IDCW option, where income is declared and distributed to unit holders every six months.

What category does Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW belong to and how risky is it?

Ans. It falls under the Debt category and is classified as Low to Moderate Risk. This scheme suits investors who already hold units and want to track NAV movement until maturity, not fresh investors looking to start a new investment.

How can I check Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW 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 Bandhan FMP 179 3652 Day Direct Half Yearly IDCW?

Ans. It is managed by Bandhan 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.