About Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund)
Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund) is a multi cap fund managed by Sundaram Mutual Fund. Invest at least 25% each in large, mid and small caps, giving exposure across company sizes.
The investment objective of the scheme is to generate capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of equity & equity related instruments across market capitalisation.
The scheme's stated objective, as published by Sundaram 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.
Work out what you would owe with the capital gains tax calculator.
Every plan and option, with scheme codes
| Plan | Option | NAV | Scheme code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct | GROWTH | ₹442.1696 | 149669 |
| Direct | IDCW (Income Distribution CUM Capital Withdrawal) | ₹87.721 | 149668 |
| Regular | GROWTH | ₹392.3225 | 149667 |
| Regular | IDCW (Income Distribution CUM Capital Withdrawal) | ₹64.2182 | 149666 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAV of Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund) today?
The NAV of Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund) (Direct plan, Growth) is ₹442.1696 and the Regular plan NAV is ₹392.3225, as of 18 Sept 2026.
What returns has Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund) given?
Over the last year the Direct plan returned 1.44%, and 13.03% a year over 3 years. That places it 15 of 21 funds in its category over 3 years. Past returns do not guarantee future returns.
What is the expense ratio of Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund)?
The Direct plan charges 0.77% 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 Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund)?
You can start a monthly SIP with ₹100, or invest a lump sum of ₹100 or more.
How much has Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund) fallen in the past?
Its deepest fall was 19.4% from 17 Jan 2022 to 20 Jun 2022. Of every one-year stretch in its history, 90% ended in a gain.
Which category does Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund) belong to?
It is a Multi Cap Fund from Sundaram Mutual Fund. Invest at least 25% each in large, mid and small caps, giving exposure across company sizes.
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 Sundaram Multi Cap Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Multi Cap Growth 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.