ICICI Pru Dynamic Asset Allocation Active FOF Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?

ICICI Pru Dynamic Asset Allocation Active FOF Direct Growth Plan currently has a NAV of ₹138.9756 as of 08 Sep 2026 and a scheme AUM of ₹28,660 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 4.08%, 11.06% and 11.31% respectively. The fund sits in the High Risk bucket, so our view is that it fits investors who can tolerate meaningful swings in returns and are willing to stay invested through uneven phases.

The long-term numbers are steadier than the recent one-year stretch, and that matters here. The portfolio is built through a fund-of-funds structure with a broad mix of underlying domestic mutual funds, which can help spread exposure but also means results will depend on how those underlying funds perform.

Quick facts

Particular	Details
NAV	₹138.9756 as of 08 Sep 2026
AUM	₹28,660 Cr
Expense Ratio	0.2%
Launch Date	10 Jan 2013
Min SIP	₹1,000
Risk Category	High Risk
Benchmark	Nifty 50
Fund Category	Fund of Fund
Exit Load	Nil on 30% of units within 1Y and 1% for more than 30% of units within 1Y, Nil after 1Y
Fund Managers	Dharmesh Kakkad, Manish Banthia, Ritesh Lunawat, Sharmila Dsilva

The fund is managed by Dharmesh Kakkad, Manish Banthia, Ritesh Lunawat and Sharmila Dsilva.

Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026

Performance

Period	Fund return	Benchmark return
1M	-1.68%	-4.69%
3M	3.38%	0.93%
1Y	4.08%	-7.16%
3Y	11.06%	6%
5Y	11.31%	5.87%

The most recent month was weak, but the fund still held up better than the benchmark in the same period. That tells us the fund has not moved in a straight line and can still give back some gains over short windows.

The three-month picture is stronger than the benchmark, while the one-year figure is especially notable because the benchmark was negative over the same period. That means the fund managed to stay positive in a difficult stretch for the benchmark, which improves the look of the recent return profile.

Over longer periods, the fund has stayed ahead of the benchmark, with both the 3-year and 5-year returns comfortably above the Nifty 50 comparison. Our view is that this is the more relevant signal for a fund like this, because the shorter windows are clearly choppier than the longer compounding trend.

The time pattern also suggests alternating phases of strength and softness rather than a smooth climb. For investors, that usually means the fund may suit a patient holding period better than a short tactical allocation, especially when the goal is to ride through changes in the underlying fund mix.

Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026

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Peer comparison

Fund	1Y return	3Y return	5Y return
ICICI Pru Dynamic Asset Allocation Active FOF Direct Growth Plan	4.08%	11.06%	11.31%
SBI Silver ETF FOF Direct Growth Plan	84.9%	Data not available	Data not available
Kotak Silver ETF FoF Direct Growth Plan	84.03%	46.21%	Data not available
Nippon India Silver ETF FOF Direct Growth Plan	83.29%	46.02%	Data not available
Zerodha Silver ETF FoF Direct Growth Plan	82.53%	Data not available	Data not available
Aditya Birla SL Silver ETF FOF Direct Growth Plan	82.46%	45.91%	Data not available

This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.

The current fund’s 1-year return is far below the silver-focused peer set shown here, which is expected because these peer funds are built around a very different exposure. The more useful comparison is on consistency: the fund’s 3-year and 5-year returns are positive and stable relative to its own benchmark path, while several peers have much larger one-year moves but incomplete longer-history figures.

That means the short-term comparison tells a different story from the longer-term one. On one-year numbers alone, the fund looks modest; on three-year and five-year numbers, it presents a more balanced picture. For readers comparing options within the same broad fund-of-fund space, we think this matters because it highlights a steadier compounding profile rather than a sharp recent surge.

Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026

Portfolio: where your money goes

Holding	Sector	Weight
ICICI Prudential Value Fund – Direct Plan – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	12.84%
ICICI Prudential All Seasons Bond Fund – Direct Plan – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	9.63%
ICICI Prudential Large Cap Fund – Direct Plan – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	7.42%
ICICI Prudential Focused Equity Fund – Direct – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	5.96%
ICICI Prudential Savings Fund – Direct – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	5.65%
ICICI Prudential Innovation Fund – Direct Plan – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	5.36%
ICICI Prudential Large & Mid Cap Fund – Direct Plan – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	5.17%
ICICI Prudential Technology Fund – Direct – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	4.93%
ICICI Prudential Infrastructure Fund – Direct Plan – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	4.47%
ICICI Prudential Banking and Financial Services Fund – Direct – Growth	Domestic Mutual Funds Units	4.34%

The top 10 holdings account for approximately 65.77% of the portfolio.

To see all holdings, visit the ICICI Pru Dynamic Asset Allocation Active FOF Direct Growth Plan page

The largest holding is 12.84%, so it could be a meaningful driver of returns, but it is not overwhelmingly dominant on its own. The next few positions also carry sizable weights, which suggests the fund may be shaped by a cluster of core underlying funds rather than by a single bet.

Weight drops from 12.84% at the top holding to 4.34% at the tenth, so influence appears to taper rather than fall off sharply. That pattern usually points to a layered portfolio where several funds may matter, especially the first half-dozen positions.

Because the displayed holdings already account for 65.77% of the portfolio across 28 disclosed holdings, the structure looks moderately concentrated at the top but still spread across a fairly long tail. In our view, that balance may reduce reliance on one underlying fund while still leaving the top positions with greater influence on outcomes.

Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026

Who should invest

This fund suits investors who are comfortable with High Risk and can stay invested for a longer horizon. The 1-year return has been much softer than the 3-year and 5-year numbers, so short holding periods may not capture the better compounding pattern.

It also fits investors who want a fund-of-funds structure rather than a single direct equity or debt style exposure. The main trade-off is that the portfolio depends on the performance of multiple underlying funds, which can make returns uneven even when the longer-term trend is healthier.

On a relative basis, the fund’s longer-term returns stand above the benchmark, while the recent period has been more mixed. That combination makes it more suitable for investors who can tolerate short-term swings in exchange for a steadier multi-year profile.

Tax and exit load

Holding period	Tax rate	Description
Units held less than 1 year	20%	Short-term capital gains tax
Units held more than 1 year	12.5%	Long-term capital gains tax

Exit load: Nil on 30% of units within 1 year and 1% for more than 30% of units within 1 year, Nil after 1 year.

Source data date: as of 08 Sep 2026

Frequently asked questions

What is the current NAV of ICICI Pru Dynamic Asset Allocation Active FOF Direct Growth Plan?

The current NAV is ₹138.9756 as of 08 Sep 2026.

What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?

The fund’s returns are 4.08% for 1 year, 11.06% for 3 years and 11.31% for 5 years.

How does the fund compare with its benchmark?

It has outperformed the Nifty 50 across the 1-year, 3-year and 5-year periods shown here. The gap is especially visible over 3 years and 5 years.

How does it compare with the peer funds shown here?

The fund’s 1-year return is much lower than the silver ETF FOF peers listed here, while its 3-year and 5-year history is more stable and complete than several of those peers. The comparison shows different portfolio styles rather than a like-for-like outcome.

What is the minimum SIP amount?

There is no minimum SIP amount stated here.

Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?

The fund is managed by Dharmesh Kakkad, Manish Banthia, Ritesh Lunawat and Sharmila Dsilva. The exit load is nil on 30% of units within 1 year and 1% for more than 30% of units within 1 year, with nil exit load after 1 year.

Bottom line

This fund’s recent return pattern is softer than its longer-term record, but the 3-year and 5-year figures still sit above the benchmark. Compared with the peer set shown here, the fund does not match the eye-catching one-year gains of the silver ETF FOFs, yet it offers a steadier multi-year profile. The portfolio is moderately concentrated at the top, with 28 disclosed holdings and a 65.77% combined weight in the top 10, so the underlying fund mix can matter a lot. Our view is that it fits patient investors who can accept High Risk and uneven short-term moves.

Published on 10 September 2026 at 3:26 PM IST

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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.