Can I invest in SIP and Lumpsum in SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) Direct Growth?

Yes, you can invest both lumpsum and SIP in SBI Contra Fund (IDCW). Minimum lumpsum investment SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) is ₹5,000 and minimum SIP amount is ₹500 . 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 SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) Direct Growth?

The latest NAV (Net Asset Value) of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) is SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) is ₹61.32 as on 2025-02-19.

Which are the biggest stock holdings of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW)?

The 5 biggest stock holdings of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) are: HDFC Bank (5.19%), Reliance Industr (3.75%), Kotak Mah. Bank (2.34%), Tech Mahindra (2.33%), GAIL (India) (2.21%)

What are the top sectors SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) invests in?

A majority of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) 's AUM worth ₹41,634.25 (Cr) is invested in these 3 top sectors: Debt : 22.69% Banks : 15.98% IT-Software : 6.27%

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SBI Contra Fund (IDCW)

SBI Contra Fund (IDCW)

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NAV
61.32(0.43%)
Fund Size (CR)
₹41,634.25
Expense Ratio
1.52
Scheme Type
Active Fund
Value Research

Min. investment
₹5,000
Minimum Additional Investment
₹1,000
Minimum SIP Investment
₹500
Minimum Withdrawal
₹500
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
1%
Return Since Launch
19.19%

Absolute Return: -4.36%

Annualized Return: 0%

Basic Details

Scheme Manager

Dinesh Balachandran

Bench Mark

BSE 500 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	12 February 2025	9937.40	-0.63%	-	-0.82%	4/12
1 Month	17 January 2025	9634.60	-3.65%	-	-4.51%	3/12
3 Month	19 November 2024	9521.73	-4.78%	-	-6.41%	3/12
6 Month	19 August 2024	9043.39	-9.57%	-	-9.42%	8/12
1 Year	19 February 2024	10462.22	4.62%	4.62%	7.22%	9/12
3 Year	18 February 2022	17910.99	79.11%	21.44%	19.36%	3/12
5 Year	19 February 2020	33725.50	237.26%	27.52%	22.26%	3/12
Since Inception	14 July 1999	898238.30	8882.38%	19.19%	16.36%	1/12

Note: Lumpsum Returns since Inception Date.

SIP Returns

Period Invested For	₹10,000 Invested on	Investments	Latest Value	Absolute Returns	Annualised Returns
1 Year	1 March 2024	1,20,000	1674092.83	1295.08%	1295.08%
3 Year	2 March 2022	3,60,000	6953977.67	1831.66%	168.31%
5 Year	2 March 2020	6,00,000	16623905.96	2670.65%	94.32%
10 Year	2 March 2015	12,00,000	43903394.17	3558.62%	43.33%

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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Scheme based

SIP
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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

3.73%

Standard Deviation

0.90%

Beta

1.07%

Sharpe Ratio

0.04%

Treynor's Ratio

7.01%

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
HDFC Bank	5.19%	12723129	2161.34	Equity	Banks
Reliance Industr	3.75%	12328250	1559.65	Equity	Refineries
Kotak Mah. Bank	2.34%	5128168	975.02	Equity	Banks
Tech Mahindra	2.33%	5786409	968.91	Equity	IT - Software
GAIL (India)	2.21%	51993788	920.91	Equity	Gas Distribution
Torrent Power	2.17%	6163300	901.97	Equity	Power Generation & Distribution
St Bk of India	1.90%	10254269	792.55	Equity	Banks
ITC	1.80%	16766741	750.31	Equity	Tobacco Products
Tata Steel	1.71%	52995525	713.43	Equity	Steel
Punjab Natl.Bank	1.68%	69225441	700.56	Equity	Banks

Peer Comparison

Scheme Name	Asset Size (Cr)	1M	3M	6M	1Y	3Y
Invesco India Contra Fund - Direct (G)	17167.52	-4.86%	-7.12%	-7.66%	12.62%	18.49%
Invesco India Contra Fund - Direct (IDCW)	17167.52	-4.87%	-7.13%	-7.68%	12.62%	18.48%
SBI Contra Fund - Direct (G)	41634.25	-3.57%	-4.56%	-9.14%	5.61%	22.54%
SBI Contra Fund - Direct (IDCW)	41634.25	-3.57%	-4.56%	-9.14%	5.61%	22.54%
Kotak India EQ Contra Fund - Direct (G)	3845.07	-4.96%	-7.16%	-10.69%	5.23%	19.08%

News

SBI Mutual Fund introduces Rs 250 JanNivesh SIP initiative
SBI Mutual Fund, in partnership with State Bank of India, has launched the JanNivesh SIP, a program designed to broaden access to mutual fund investments. The initiative features a Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) option starting at Rs 250.
JanNivesh SIP provides flexible investment options, including daily, weekly, and monthly SIPs. This structure aims to accommodate various income levels and investment preferences.
The program targets a diverse investor base, including first-time participants, small savers, individuals in rural, semi-urban, and urban areas, digitally-inclined urban investors, self-employed individuals, and technology-literate investors.
JanNivesh SIP will be accessible through the SBI YONO platform and via partnerships with fintech platforms such as Paytm, Groww, and Zerodha.
The initiative aims to encourage consistent investment practices and long-term wealth accumulation through a cost-effective investment model.
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SBI MF announces change in fund manager under its schemes

SBI Mutual Fund has announced change in fund managers under the following schemes, with effect from February 01, 2025.

Change in Fund Management Responsibilities:

Name of the Scheme	Existing Fund Manager	Revised Fund Manager
SBI International Access-US Equity FoF	Mr. Pradeep Kesavan	Mr. Rohit Shimpi
SBI Magnum Gloal Fund	Mr. R. Srinivasan & Mr. Tanmaya Desai (Co-Fund Manager)	Mr. Tanmaya Desai

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SBI MF announces change in Fund Manager of the following schemes

SBI Mutual Fund has announced change in Fund Managers of the following scheme with effect from: 27 December 2024

Change in Fund Managers of the Schemes:

Scheme Name	Existing Fund Manager(s)	New Fund Manager(s)
SBI Liquid Fund	Mr. R. Arun and Mr. Rajeev Radhakrishnan (Co-Fund Manager)	Mr. Rajeev Radhakrishnan
SBI Overnight Fund	Mr. R. Arun	Mr. Ranjana Gupta and Mr. Tejas Soman (Co-Fund Manager)
SBI Savings Fund	Mr. R. Arun and Mr. Rajeev Radhakrishnan (Co-Fund Manager)	Mr. Rajeev Radhakrishnan
SBI Magnum Ultra Short Duration Fund	Mr. R. Arun and Mr. Ardhendhu Bhattacharya (Co-Fund Manager)	Mr. Rajeev Radhakrishnan and Mr. Ardhendhu Bhattacharya (Co-Fund Manager)
SBI Magnum Low Duration Fund	Mr. Rajeev Radhakrishnan and Mr. R. Arun (Co-Fund Manager)	Mr. Rajeev Radhakrishnan
SBI Arbitrage Opportunities Fund	Mr. Neeraj Kumar (Equity Portion) Mr. R. Arun (Debt Portion)	Mr. Neeraj Kumar (Equity Portion) Mr. Ardhendhu Bhattacharya (Debt Portion)

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Fund House Details & Investment Objective

Date of Incorporation

4 June 1999

Total AUM (Cr)

₹41634.25

SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) is an Contra Fund-oriented fund from the renowned AMC, SBI Mutual Fund. Launched in 4 June 1999, this fund is managed by Dinesh Balachandran. With assets under management (AUM) worth ₹41,634.25 (Cr), as of 19 February 2025, SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) is categorized as a Contra Fund within its segment. The fund has generated a return of 19.19% since its launch.
The current NAV of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) is ₹61.32, as on 19 February 2025. The fund's benchmark index is BSE 500 TRI. You can invest in SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) via both lumpsum and SIP modes. The minimum SIP amount in the fund is ₹500 while the minimum lumpsum investment is ₹5,000.

Being an open-ended fund, you can exit the fund anytime subject to applicable exit loads:
For exit within 1 year from the date of allotment - 1%. For exit after 1 years from the date of allotment - NIL. The fund has generated 21.44% and 27.52% 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 74.47% in Equity, 22.69% in Debt and 2.84% in cash and cash equivalents.
The top 5 sectors the fund invests in are: 22.69% in Debt, 15.98% in Banks, 6.27% in IT-Software, 6.04% in Pharmaceuticals & Biotech, 4.26% in Petroleum Products

FAQs

How to Invest in SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) Direct Growth?

SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) is a popular fund in the Contra Fund segment. The fund has generated a return of 19.19% since inception. Looking to invest in SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) How about earning 1% extra return? All this is possible with m.Stock! Investing in SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) 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 across products for life.
In the ‘Menu’ section, under ‘Products’, select ‘Mutual Funds’ .
In the search bar, enter the fund name, in this case, SBI Contra Fund (IDCW)
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: Enter amount, select payment 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, then enter SIP amount, SIP date, and set up ‘Autopay’ facility.

So, why wait? Invest in SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) today and reap the benefits of this Contra Fund fund!

How much returns has SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) Direct Growth generated?

In the short term, i.e., 1 year, SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) has generated annualised return of 4.62%. In the long-term, the fund has generated 21.44% and 27.52% in 3 and 5 years respectively. Since its inception, the fund has generated 19.19% returns.

What is the expense ratio of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) Direct Growth?

The expense ratio of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) Direct Growth is 1.52%. 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 SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) Fund Direct Growth?

The Assets Under Management (AUM) of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) is ₹41,634.25 (Cr) as of 2025-02-19 AUM shows the fund’s popularity and is often indicative of fund strength.

How to redeem or withdraw money from SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) Direct Growth?

Redeeming or selling units of SBI Contra Fund (IDCW) 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 SBI Contra Fund (IDCW):

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 SBI Contra Fund (IDCW)).
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).