About Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund
Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund is a index fund managed by Zerodha Mutual Fund. Passively track a market index such as the Nifty 50 or Sensex, with low costs and returns close to the index.
The primary goal is to provide returns that, before expenses, align with the total returns of the securities constituting the Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index, subject to tracking error. There is no assurance or guarantee that the investment objective of the scheme would be achieved.
The scheme's stated objective, as published by Zerodha 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 | ₹1,028.1888 | 154109 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAV of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund today?
The NAV of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund (Direct plan, Growth) is ₹1,028.1888, as of 18 Sept 2026.
What returns has Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund given?
Over the last year the Direct plan returned –. Past returns do not guarantee future returns.
What is the expense ratio of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund?
The Direct plan charges 0.21% a year, as disclosed on 30 Jun 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 Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund?
You can start a monthly SIP with ₹100, or invest a lump sum of ₹100 or more.
How much has Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund fallen in the past?
Its deepest fall was 1% from 2 Mar 2026 to 2 Apr 2026.
Which category does Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund belong to?
It is a Index Fund from Zerodha Mutual Fund. Passively track a market index such as the Nifty 50 or Sensex, with low costs and returns close to the index.
How are gains from Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec 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.