About HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund
HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund is a index fund managed by HDFC Mutual Fund. Passively track a market index such as the Nifty 50 or Sensex, with low costs and returns close to the index.
The investment objective of the Scheme is to generate returns that are commensurate with the performance of the NIFTY 50 Index, subject to tracking errors. There is no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be realized.
The scheme's stated objective, as published by HDFC Mutual Fund.
The NAV (net asset value) is the price of one unit of the fund. It is published by the fund house every business day and changes with the value of the fund's holdings. The Growth option reinvests all gains, so its NAV reflects the fund's total return.
Tax on your gains
Gains are taxed as equity: sell within 12 months and the gain is short-term, taxed at 20%. Hold longer and it is long-term, taxed at 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25 lakh in a financial year, across all your equity investments.
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Every plan and option, with scheme codes
| Plan | Option | NAV | Scheme code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct | Growth Option | ₹228.5272 | 119063 |
| Regular | Growth Option | ₹223.1363 | 101525 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAV of HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund today?
The NAV of HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund (Direct plan, Growth) is ₹228.5272 and the Regular plan NAV is ₹223.1363, as of 18 Sept 2026.
What returns has HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund given?
Over the last year the Direct plan returned -7.41%, and 6.01% a year over 3 years and 6.8% a year over 5 years. That places it 153 of 168 funds in its category over 3 years. Past returns do not guarantee future returns.
What is the expense ratio of HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund?
The Direct plan charges 0.36% a year, as disclosed on 31 Jul 2026. The fee is already taken out of the NAV, so the returns above are what you keep.
What is the minimum SIP amount in HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund?
You can start a monthly SIP with ₹100, or invest a lump sum of ₹100 or more.
How much has HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund fallen in the past?
Its deepest fall was 38.4% from 14 Jan 2020 to 23 Mar 2020. Of every one-year stretch in its history, 86% ended in a gain.
Which category does HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund belong to?
It is a Index Fund from HDFC Mutual Fund. Passively track a market index such as the Nifty 50 or Sensex, with low costs and returns close to the index.
What is the difference between the Direct and Regular plan?
Both invest in the same portfolio. The Direct plan is bought straight from the fund house or a direct platform and has a lower expense ratio because no distributor commission is paid, so its NAV grows slightly faster over time.
How are gains from HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund taxed?
Gains are taxed as equity: sell within 12 months and the gain is short-term, taxed at 20%. Hold longer and it is long-term, taxed at 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25 lakh in a financial year, across all your equity investments.
Source: NAVs published by the fund house through AMFI. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks; read all scheme-related documents carefully. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. This page is for information only and is not a recommendation to buy or sell.