HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan

As on 12 Mar 2026

HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan

Q: What kind of returns does HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan provide?

HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan aims to generate capital appreciation by investing mainly in public sector undertakings (PSUs). Historically, its returns have often shown moderate to high growth rate depending on market conditions. HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan had a return of 11.73% over the past 1 year.

Q: How much expense ratio is charged by HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan?

The expense ratio for HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan, or any other mutual fund, is the yearly fee you pay for managing your investments. As of 12 Mar 2026, the expense ratio charged by HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan is typically around 1.79 %. This fee covers fund management, administrative, and other operational costs. It is relatively low compared to actively managed funds, reflecting its direct growth option.

Q: What is the AUM of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan?

As of 12 Mar 2026, the Assets Under Management (AUM) of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan is approximately ₹37423.9438 crore. The AUM can fluctuate based on market conditions and investor activity. It indicates the total value of assets managed by the fund.

Q: What is the NAV of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan?

The Net Asset Value (NAV) of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan is updated daily and reflects the per-unit value of the fund's assets. As of 12 Mar 2026 , the NAV is around undefined per unit, but this value might change based on market performance and fund holdings.

Q: What is the PE and PB ratio of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan?

The PE ratio for HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan is 33.71 and the PB ratio is 6.44. The PE ratio is calculated by dividing the market price by the earnings per share, whereas the PB ratio is calculated by dividing the stock price by the book value per share.

Q: What is the exit load of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan?

The exit load for HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan is 0% if units are redeemed within 30 days from the date of investment. After this period, no exit load is applicable. This fee is charged to discourage short-term trading and ensure long-term investment.

Equity

NAV

₹ 145.47

CAGR (3 Years)

17.33%

AUM (Cr)

₹ 37,423.94

Risk

Very High Risk

About HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option - Direct Plan

To provide long-term capital appreciation /income by investing predominantly in Small-Cap companies. There is no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be realized.

Breakdown of this Fund

Aerospace & Defence

0.58%

Agro Chemicals

5.84%

Alcoholic Beverages

0.92%

Auto Ancillaries

21.71%

Banks

31.57%

Bearings

10.13%

Cables

3.66%

Capital Goods - Electrical Equipment

6.23%

Capital Goods-Non Electrical Equipment

2.14%

Castings, Forgings & Fastners

3.37%

Chemicals

4.22%

Co-Working

0.52%

Consumer Durables

2.10%

Debt Others

26.01%

Engineering

4.61%

Entertainment

3.53%

Fertilizers

3.18%

Finance

8.91%

FMCG

11.62%

Glass & Glass Products

1.53%

Healthcare

24.30%

Hotels & Restaurants

4.09%

Infrastructure Developers & Operators

15.77%

IT - Software

32.38%

Logistics

12.92%

Marine Port & Services

1.24%

Media - Print/Television/Radio

1.10%

Miscellaneous

1.55%

Packaging

0.15%

Paints/Varnish

5.21%

Pharmaceuticals

9.12%

Plywood Boards/Laminates

0.51%

Readymade Garments/ Apparells

3.47%

Refractories

2.55%

Retail

11.61%

Shipping

5.13%

Steel

5.24%

Textiles

4.30%

Trading

3.00%

Tyres

3.98%

Market Capitalization

Expense Ratio, Exit Load and Tax

Expense Ratio

1.79

Exit Load

1.00% - If Units are redeemed / switched-out within 1 years from the date of all...

Stamp Duty

0.005% (from July 1st, 2020)

Tax Implication

Returns are taxed at 20%, if you redeem before one year. After 1 year, you are required to pay LTCG tax of 12.5% on returns of Rs 1.25 lakh+ in a financial year.