Can I invest in SIP and Lumpsum in AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Direct Growth?

Yes, you can invest both lumpsum and SIP in AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G). Minimum lumpsum investment AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is ₹100 and minimum SIP amount is ₹100 . Lumpsum option is ideal for investors with higher investible corpus and market experience. SIP option is recommended for retail investors who do not have the time or expertise to time the market.

What is the NAV of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Direct Growth?

The latest NAV ( Net Asset Value ) of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is ₹112.33 as on 2025-04-17.

Which are the biggest stock holdings of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)?

The 5 biggest stock holdings of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) are: Blue Star (3.64%), Krishna Institu. (3.03%), Chola Financial (2.91%), Brigade Enterpr. (2.65%), Kaynes Tech (2.16%)

What are the top sectors AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) invests in?

A majority of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) 's AUM worth ₹22,735.71 (Cr) is invested in these 3 top sectors: Debt : 12.79% Chemicals & Petrochemical : 7.52% Finance : 7.38%

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AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)

AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)

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NAV
112.33(0.59%)
Fund Size (CR)
₹22,735.71
Expense Ratio
0.57
Scheme Type
Active Fund
Value Research

Min. investment
₹100
Minimum Additional Investment
₹100
Minimum SIP Investment
₹100
Minimum Withdrawal
₹0
Exit Load
1% of applicable Net Asset Value - If the amount sought to be redeemed or switch out is invested for a period of up to 3 months from the date of allotment Nil - If the amount, sought to be redeemed or switch out is invested for a period of more than 3 months from the date of allotment
0%
Return Since Launch
23.60%

Absolute Return: -4.07%

Annualized Return: 0%

Basic Details

Scheme Manager

Tejas Sheth

Bench Mark

Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI

Type

OPEN

Lumpsum Returns

Period Invested For	₹10,000 Invested on	Latest Value	Absolute Returns	Annualised Returns	Category Avg	Rank within Category
1 Week	9 April 2025	10623.10	6.23%	-	6.51%	72/122
1 Month	13 March 2025	10710.72	7.11%	-	7.52%	80/122
3 Month	16 January 2025	9484.46	-5.16%	-	-7.77%	9/118
6 Month	16 October 2024	8874.67	-11.25%	-	-15.74%	4/114
1 Year	16 April 2024	11093.78	10.94%	10.94%	5.94%	16/110
3 Year	13 April 2022	16141.95	61.42%	17.24%	17.18%	47/96
5 Year	16 April 2020	40183.52	301.84%	32.05%	34.69%	69/88
Since Inception	29 November 2013	111670.00	1016.70%	23.60%	17.63%	30/122

Note: Lumpsum Returns since Inception Date.

SIP Returns

Period Invested For	₹10,000 Invested on	Investments	Latest Value	Absolute Returns	Annualised Returns
1 Year	2 May 2024	1,20,000	117394.38	-2.17%	-2.17%
3 Year	2 May 2022	3,60,000	465098.91	29.19%	8.91%
5 Year	4 May 2020	6,00,000	1053922.70	75.65%	11.93%
10 Year	4 May 2015	12,00,000	3714934.51	209.58%	11.96%

Note: SIP Returns since Inception Date.

Tax Treatment

If sold after 1 year from purchase date, long term capital gain tax will be applicable. Current tax rate is 10%, if your total long term capital gain exceeds 1 lakh. Any cess/surcharge is not included.If sold before 1 year from purchase date, short term capital gain tax will be applicable. Current tax rate is 15%. Any cess/surcharge is not included in the 15%.

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Expected Returns Rate (%)

Time Period (in Years)

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Invested Amount
₹25,000
Estimated Returns
₹19,059

76%

Returns

Future value of your investment

₹44,059

Risk Ratios

4.24%

Standard Deviation

0.69%

Beta

0.75%

Sharpe Ratio

0.04%

Treynor's Ratio

2.39%

Jension's Alpha

Asset Allocation

Sector Allocation

Top 10 stock holding in portfolio

Stock Invested in	% of Total Holdings	Quantity	Value (Cr)	Asset Type	Segment
Blue Star	3.64%	3871859	827.18	Equity	Consumer Durables
Krishna Institu.	3.03%	10765235	688.54	Equity	Healthcare
Chola Financial	2.91%	3775733	661.30	Equity	Finance
Brigade Enterpr.	2.65%	6160189	601.63	Equity	Realty
Kaynes Tech	2.16%	1034527	491.13	Equity	Consumer Durables
Narayana Hrudaya	1.88%	2525796	427.38	Equity	Healthcare
J B Chemicals &	1.72%	2414550	391.93	Equity	Pharmaceuticals
CCL Products	1.70%	6944251	385.41	Equity	Plantation & Plantation Products
PB Fintech.	1.67%	2391676	380.22	Equity	IT - Software
HDFC Bank	1.64%	2033780	371.82	Equity	Banks

Peer Comparison

Scheme Name	Asset Size (Cr)	1M	3M	6M	1Y	3Y
AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)	22735.71	7.11%	-5.16%	-11.25%	10.94%	17.24%
Motilal Oswal Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)	4166.58	6.43%	-9.92%	-11.30%	18.40%	-
Motilal Oswal Small Cap Fund - Direct (IDCW)	4166.58	6.43%	-9.92%	-11.30%	18.40%	-
Bandhan Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)	9516.16	8.15%	-5.61%	-13.83%	16.94%	26.18%
Bandhan Small Cap Fund - Direct (IDCW)	9516.16	8.14%	-5.62%	-13.83%	16.94%	26.07%
Invesco India Smallcap Fund - Direct (IDCW)	5884.64	9.78%	-6.91%	-13.12%	14.12%	22.90%

List of Schemes under Axis Mutual Fund

Fund Name	Category	Risk	1Y Returns	Ratings	Fund Size (Cr)
AXIS Nifty500 Momentum 50 Index Fund	Other	Very High	0%	0	₹52.96
AXIS CRISIL-IBX AAA Bond NBFC-HFC-Jun 2027 Index Fund	Other	Moderate	0%	0	₹45.81
AXIS Momentum Fund	Equity	Very High	0%	0	₹1,234.20
AXIS CRISIL-IBX AAA Bond Financial Services-Sep 2027 Index Fund	Other	Moderate	0%	0	₹112.51
AXIS Nifty500 Value 50 Index Fund	Other	Very High	0%	0	₹83.45
AXIS CRISIL-IBX AAA Bond NBFC - Jun 2027 Index Fund	Other	Moderate	0%	0	₹733.47
AXIS Consumption Fund	Equity	Very High	0%	0	₹3,961.62
AXIS Nifty 500 Index Fund	Other	Very High	0%	0	₹240.80
AXIS Nifty Bank Index Fund	Other	Very High	0%	0	₹132.75
AXIS CRISIL IBX SDL June 2034 Debt Index Fund	Other	Moderate	11.97%	0	₹16.85
AXIS BSE Sensex Index Fund	Other	Very High	6.63%	0	₹46.69
Axis US Treasury Dynamic Bond ETF Fund of Fund	Other	Very High	9.95%	0	₹58.11
AXIS India Manufacturing Fund	Equity	Very High	6.95%	0	₹5,297.79
AXIS Nifty IT Index Fund	Other	Very High	0.86%	0	₹125.73
AXIS CRISIL IBX 50:50 Gilt Plus SDL Sep 2027 Index Fund	Other	Moderate	9.29%	0	₹32.84
AXIS Business Cycles Fund	Equity	Very High	6.67%	0	₹2,295.36
AXIS CRISIL IBX 50:50 Gilt Plus SDL June 2028 Index Fund	Other	Moderate	9.97%	0	₹75.81
AXIS Long Duration Fund	Debt	Moderate	12.44%	0	₹392.46
AXIS Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund	Other	Moderately Low	8.56%	0	₹75.71
AXIS NASDAQ 100 Fund of Fund	Other	Very High	7.68%	0	₹156.69
AXIS Silver Fund of Fund	Other	Moderately High	16.02%	0	₹80.72
AXIS Nifty Midcap 50 Index Fund	Other	Very High	7.11%	3	₹396.04
AXIS Nifty Smallcap 50 Index Fund	Other	Very High	3.05%	1	₹430.80
AXIS Crisil IBX SDL May 2027 Index Fund	Other	Moderate	9.22%	0	₹2,224.71
AXIS Equity ETFs FoF	Other	Very High	-1.22%	2	₹28.16
AXIS Crisil IBX 70:30 CPSE Plus SDL April 2025 Index Fund	Other	Moderate	7.32%	0	₹457.26
AXIS Nifty Next 50 Index Fund	Other	Very High	3.12%	3	₹306.38
AXIS Multicap Fund	Equity	Very High	13.22%	3	₹6,979.46
AXIS Nifty 50 Index Fund	Other	Very High	6.86%	3	₹648.61
AXIS Nifty AAA Bond Plus SDL Apr 2026 50:50 ETF FOF	Other	Moderate	7.11%	0	₹275.75
AXIS Value Fund	Equity	Very High	12.3%	4	₹815.71
AXIS Floater Fund	Debt	Moderately Low	11.97%	1	₹166.19
AXIS Quant Fund	Equity	Very High	-2.76%	0	₹940.51
AXIS Global Innovation Fund of Fund	Other	Very High	2.12%	0	₹461.57
Axis Greater China Equity Fund Of Fund	Other	Very High	9.59%	0	₹451.92
AXIS Innovation Fund	Equity	Very High	5.9%	0	₹1,091.24
AXIS Global Equity Alpha Fund of Fund	Other	Very High	7.48%	0	₹807.68
AXIS ESG Integration Strategy Fund	Equity	Very High	5.2%	0	₹1,213.83
AXIS Income Advantage Fund of Funds	Other	Moderately High	10.48%	3	₹151.49
AXIS Retirement Fund - CP	Solution Oriented	High	8.95%	1	₹61.64
AXIS Retirement Fund - DP	Solution Oriented	Very High	9.94%	2	₹325.51
AXIS Retirement Fund - AP	Solution Oriented	Very High	10.21%	2	₹799.56
AXIS Nifty 100 Index Fund	Other	Very High	5.99%	3	₹1,715.36
AXIS Money Market Fund	Debt	Moderately Low	8.12%	4	₹14,611.11
AXIS Overnight Fund	Debt	Low	6.66%	5	₹6,348.03
AXIS Growth Opportunities Fund	Equity	Very High	7.27%	2	₹13,321.48
AXIS Ultra Short Duration Fund	Debt	Moderately Low	7.98%	4	₹4,800.70
AXIS Aggressive Hybrid Fund	Hybrid	Very High	11.34%	1	₹1,520.96
AXIS Flexi Cap Fund	Equity	Very High	10.75%	1	₹12,039.75
AXIS Balanced Advantage Fund	Hybrid	Very High	13.82%	3	₹2,807.81
AXIS Corporate Bond Fund	Debt	Moderate	10.14%	4	₹6,202.78
AXIS Children's Fund - Lock in	Solution Oriented	Very High	11.99%	1	₹865.05
AXIS Children's Fund - Lock in	Solution Oriented	Very High	11.77%	1	₹865.05
AXIS Equity Savings Fund	Hybrid	Moderately High	8.62%	2	₹940.08
AXIS Arbitrage Fund	Hybrid	Low	7.88%	4	₹5,746.00
AXIS Credit Risk Fund	Debt	Moderately High	9.68%	3	₹360.19
AXIS Small Cap Fund	Equity	Very High	10.94%	3	₹22,735.71
AXIS Conservative Hybrid Fund	Hybrid	Moderately High	10.43%	2	₹272.16
AXIS Strategic Bond Fund	Debt	Moderately High	10.49%	4	₹1,898.61
AXIS Focused Fund	Equity	Very High	6.47%	1	₹12,346.51
AXIS Bluechip Fund	Equity	Very High	6.84%	1	₹32,349.42
AXIS Multi Asset Allocation Fund	Hybrid	Very High	10.86%	1	₹1,348.35
AXIS Treasury Advantage Fund	Debt	Moderately Low	8.31%	4	₹5,830.11
AXIS Short Duration Fund	Debt	Moderate	9.8%	4	₹9,024.40
AXIS Midcap Fund	Equity	Very High	10.8%	2	₹28,063.01
AXIS ELSS Tax Saver Fund	Equity	Very High	7.42%	1	₹34,176.50
AXIS Liquid Fund	Debt	Moderately Low	7.43%	4	₹32,608.90
AXIS Gold Fund	Other	High	28.09%	5	₹944.45
AXIS Dynamic Bond Fund	Debt	Moderate	10.55%	2	₹1,355.48
AXIS Gilt Fund	Debt	Moderate	12.29%	4	₹868.45
AXIS Banking & PSU Debt Fund	Debt	Moderate	9.03%	4	₹12,961.49
AXIS FTP - Series 119 (71 Days)	Debt	Moderately Low	0%	0	₹0.00
AXIS Nifty AAA Bond Financial Services-Mar 2028 Index Fund	Other	Moderate	0%	0	₹0.00
AXIS FTP - Series 112 (1143 Days)	Debt	Moderately Low	8.07%	0	₹77.93
AXIS NIFTY G-Sec September 2032 Index Fund-Reg (G)	Other	Moderate	0%	0	₹0.00
AXIS FTP - Series 113 (1228 Days)	Debt	Moderate	8.2%	0	₹94.25
AXIS S&P 500 ETF Fund of Fund	Other	Very High	0%	0	₹0.00

News

Axis Mutual Fund announces change in Key Personnel
Axis Mutual Fund has announced that Mr. Namrata Chirag Shah has been appointed as an Chief Risk Officer Axis Asset Management Company Limited ('Axis AMC') with effect from March 18, 2025.
Details of Mr. Namrata Chirag Shah
Age: 42 years
Designation: Chief Risk Officer
Qualification: Chartered Accountant, Bcom
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Axis Mutual Fund announces merger of AXIS Crisil IBX 70:30 CPSE Plus SDL April 2025 Index Fund Merger into AXIS Crisil IBX SDL May 2027 Index Fund
Axis Mutual Fund has approved the merger of AXIS Crisil IBX 70:30 CPSE Plus SDL April 2025 Index Fund Merger into AXIS Crisil IBX SDL May 2027 Index Fund, with effect from 30 April 2025.
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Axis Nifty500 Momentum 50 ETF announces Withdrawal of the NFO
Axis Mutual Fund has announced that the New Fund Offer ('NFO') of Axis Nifty500 Momentum 50 ETF, an Open-Ended Exchange Traded Fund replicating/tracking Nifty500 Momentum 50 TRI ('the Scheme'), was scheduled to open from March 13, 2025 and close on March 18, 2025. It has been decided to withdraw the launch of the NFO of the Scheme.
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Fund House Details & Investment Objective

Date of Incorporation

11 November 2013

Total AUM (Cr)

₹22735.71

AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is an Small Cap Fund-oriented fund from the renowned AMC, Axis Mutual Fund. Launched in 11 November 2013, this fund is managed by Tejas Sheth. With assets under management (AUM) worth ₹22,735.71 (Cr), as of 17 April 2025, AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is categorized as a Small Cap Fund within its segment. The fund has generated a return of 23.60% since its launch.
The current NAV of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is ₹112.33, as on 17 April 2025. The fund's benchmark index is Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI. You can invest in AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) via both lumpsum and SIP modes. The minimum SIP amount in the fund is ₹100 while the minimum lumpsum investment is ₹100.

Being an open-ended fund, you can exit the fund anytime subject to applicable exit loads:
If redeemed/swich out within 12 months from the date of allotment: - For 10% of investment : Nil - For remaining investment : 1% NIL - If redeemed/switch out after 12 months from the date of allotment. The fund has generated 17.24% and 32.05% CAGR in the last 3 and 5 years respectively.

The fund aims to provide long-term capital appreciation and growth, by investing in a mix of financial instruments 86.75% in Equity, 13.22% in Debt and 0.07% in cash and cash equivalents.
The top 5 sectors the fund invests in are: 12.79% in Debt, 7.52% in Chemicals & Petrochemical, 7.38% in Finance, 7.02% in Consumer Durables, 6.65% in Healthcare Services

FAQs

How to Invest in AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Direct Growth?

AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is a popular fund in the Small Cap Fund segment. The fund has generated a return of 23.60% since inception. Looking to invest in AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) How about earning 1% extra return? All this is possible with m.Stock! Investing in AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is super easy and convenient with m.Stock. Here’s how you can begin:

Login to your m.Stock account. If you do not have an account, open m.Stock Demat account and enjoy 1% extra returns plus Zero Brokerage on Mutual Funds, Delivery & IPO.
In the ‘Menu’ section, under ‘Products’, select ‘Mutual Funds’ .
In the search bar, enter the fund name, in this case, AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)
On the top right corner you’ll see two options – Lumpsum and SIP. You can choose either based on your risk appetite and available investible corpus.
If you choose to invest a Lumpsum: Use the Lumpsum Calculator to estimate returns, then enter the investment amount, select the payment mode mode (UPI or Netbanking), and click on ‘invest a lumpsum’. Make the payment and your lumpsum investment is complete.
If you choose the SIP route: Utilize the SIP Calculator to forecast potential growth, then enter the SIP amount, SIP date, and set up ‘Autopay’ facility.

So, why wait? Invest in AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) today and reap the benefits of this Small Cap Fund fund!

How much returns has AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Direct Growth generated?

In the short term, i.e., 1 year, AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) has generated annualised return of 10.94%. In the long-term, the fund has generated 17.24% and 32.05% in 3 and 5 years respectively. Since its inception, the fund has generated 23.60% returns.

What is the expense ratio of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Direct Growth?

The expense ratio of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Direct Growth is 0.57%. Expense ratio is the fees payable by investors of the scheme towards management, research and overall upkeep of the fund. The higher the expense ratio, the lower is the in-hand return for the investor. Expense ratio for direct plans is lower than regular plans, making them ideal for investors.

What is the AUM of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Fund Direct Growth?

The Assets Under Management (AUM) of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is ₹22,735.71 (Cr) as of 2025-04-17 AUM shows the fund’s popularity and is often indicative of fund strength.

How to redeem or withdraw money from AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Direct Growth?

Redeeming or selling units of AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is relatively simple. But before you redeem, ensure that the fund has completed the minimum lock-in period else you will be charged an exit load.

To redeem from AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G):

Login to your m.Stock account
In portfolio, your mutual fund investments will be visible under ‘MF’
Select the fund you wish to redeem from (in this case AXIS Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)).
Click on ‘Redeem’ button
You have 2 options – redeem by units and redeem by value (you can only redeem free units)
Select units to be redeemed and click on submit.
Redemption value will be credited to your account in 2-3 working days (as per timelines set by SEBI).