HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth
Debt: Target Maturity - Growth (Open ended)
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NAV: ₹13.12+0.01%
22 Oct 2026
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Side-by-side comparison of HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth with similar funds — trailing returns, risk metrics, AUM and expense ratio.
| Period | This Fund | Category Avg | Category Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Y Return | +5.44% | 4.30% | 19 / 74 |
| 3Y Return | +7.22% | 7.18% | 47 / 63 |
| 5Y Return | — | 6.11% | — |
Trailing annualised returns (%). Category rank: lower is better. Green = top third of category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which funds are similar to HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth?
Funds similar to HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth in the Debt: Target Maturity category include BHARAT Bond FOF - April 2030 Direct-Growth, ICICI Prudential Nifty PSU Bond Plus SDL Sep 2027 40:60 Index Fund Direct-Growth, and Kotak Nifty SDL Apr 2027 Top 12 Equal Weight Index Fund Direct-Growth. These funds follow a comparable investment mandate and are benchmarked against similar indices. You can compare them in detail — across returns, risk metrics, expense ratio, and portfolio composition — using the fund comparison tool on sharpely.
What is the rank of HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth in its category?
On a 3-year return basis HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth is ranked 47 out of 63 funds in the Debt: Target Maturity category as of 21 Oct 2026. Consistently ranking in the top across multiple time periods is a stronger signal of fund quality than a single-period rank.
How does HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth's expense ratio compare to similar funds?
HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth has an expense ratio of 0.20%. The peers BHARAT Bond FOF - April 2030 Direct-Growth has an expense ratio of 0.04% and ICICI Prudential Nifty PSU Bond Plus SDL Sep 2027 40:60 Index Fund Direct-Growth has 0.20%. Over the long term, a higher expense ratio can meaningfully drag on returns, so it is worth evaluating whether the fund's performance justifies the additional cost.
How does HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth's AUM compare to similar funds?
HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth has an AUM of ₹920.03 crore. The peers BHARAT Bond FOF - April 2030 Direct-Growth has an AUM of ₹8,748.26 crore and ICICI Prudential Nifty PSU Bond Plus SDL Sep 2027 40:60 Index Fund Direct-Growth has ₹7,771.39 crore. A large AUM can sometimes limit a fund's ability to take meaningful positions in mid and small-cap stocks, as larger trades can move prices. This is particularly relevant for funds that invest outside large caps.
Which fund has the best 3-year returns in the Debt: Target Maturity?
The top performing fund in the Debt: Target Maturity category on a 3-year basis is Bandhan CRISIL IBX 90:10 SDL Plus Gilt-September 2027 Index Fund Direct-Growth with a CAGR of 7.64% as of 21 Oct 2026. HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth has delivered 7.22% CAGR over the same period, ranking 47 out of 63 funds. You can view and compare the full category ranking on sharpely.
How does HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth rank in risk-adjusted returns vs peers?
On a risk-adjusted basis, HDFC Nifty G-sec Dec 2026 Index Direct-Growth has a Sharpe ratio of 1.90 compared to the Debt: Target Maturity average of 1.12 as of 21 Oct 2026. It ranks 8 out of 66 funds in its category on Sharpe ratio.