Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth
Debt: Short Term - Growth (Open ended)
SEBI Riskometer: Low to ModerateCategory: Debt: Short TermBenchmark: Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Total Return IndexCheck Portfolio Overlap →
NAV: ₹1,026.4+0.11%
13 Oct 2026
1 Week returns: -0.01 %
Category rank: 4/29
1 Month returns: -0.27 %
Category rank: 26/29
1 Year CAGR: -
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3 Years CAGR: -
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5 Years CAGR: -
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Key Talking Points
Important talking points about the scheme's performance, expense ratio and other factors — grouped by positive, negative, and neutral stance.
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Negative
Not enough talking points with negative stance
Neutral
Not enough performance data
Since this is a relatively new scheme (less than 3 years), we do not have sufficient data to conduct meaningful performance analysis
Relatively in line expense ratio
Expense ratio of the Index fund (0.22%) is in line with average expense ratio of other Index funds/ETFs (0.22%) tracking Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Total Return Index
This measures the relative expense of the index fund/ETF with respect to average expense ratio all index funds/ETFs tracking the same benchmark. Investors should always prefer schemes with lower expense, everything else remaining the same
What is Expense ratio?
Moderate tracking error
Tracking error of the Index fund (0.71%) is in a reasonable range
This is a measure of how well an Index fund/ETF has been able to replicate the performance of the benchmark its tracking. As a passive investor, lower tracking error is always better
What is Tracking Error?
Scheme Overview
The scheme seeks 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.
Plan Variants
No variants available.
Fund Managers
Key Scheme Details
Inception
18 Jan 2026
Expense Ratio
0.22%
AUM
₹16.35 Cr
Lock in
No lock in
Taxation
Debt
Min. Investment
₹100
Min. Addl Investment
-
Min. SIP Investment
₹100
Exit load
-
AMC Overview
Zerodha Mutual Fund background and AUM insights, category-wise distribution and historical AUM growth.
AMC Details
AMC
Zerodha Mutual Fund
CEO
Vishal Jain(Chief Executive Officer)
IRO
Vaibhav Jalan
Trustee
Zerodha CASE Trustee Private Ltd.
Address
153/154, 4th Cross, J.P Nagar 4th Phase,, Opp. Clarence Public School,, Bengaluru
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current NAV of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth?
The current NAV of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is ₹1026.40 as of 12 Oct 2026. The NAV of a mutual fund reflects the per-unit market value of the fund's holdings and is updated at the end of every trading day.
What is the AUM of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth?
The AUM (Assets Under Management) of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is ₹16.35 crore. AUM represents the total market value of assets the fund currently manages on behalf of its investors.
What is the expense ratio of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth?
The expense ratio of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is 0.22% per annum. This is the annual fee charged by the fund house to manage your investment. A lower expense ratio means more of your returns stay with you — which is one reason direct plans have a lower expense ratio than regular plans.
Who is the fund manager of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth?
Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is managed by Kedarnath Mirajkar. You can check the full list of fund managers in the "Fund Manager" section above.
What is the benchmark of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth?
The benchmark of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Total Return Index. This is the index against which the fund's performance is measured. Consistently beating the benchmark over long periods is a key indicator of a fund manager's skill.
When was Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth launched?
Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth was launched on 18 Jan 2026. The fund has been in existence for 0 years. A longer track record gives investors more data to evaluate how the fund has performed across different market cycles.
What is the minimum investment in Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth?
The minimum investment in Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is ₹100 for a lump sum and ₹100 per month for a SIP (Systematic Investment Plan). SIPs allow you to invest a fixed amount regularly, making it easier to build wealth over time without needing a large upfront amount.
What is the exit load on Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth?
The exit load on Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is shown in the Scheme Overview section above. Exit load is charged to discourage early withdrawals and protect long-term investors in the fund.
What category does Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth belong to?
Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth belongs to the Debt: Short Term category. You can view other funds in this category.