
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: ₹1,024.33+0.00%
23 Oct 2026
Similar Funds
Side-by-side comparison of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth with similar funds — trailing returns, risk metrics, AUM and expense ratio.
| Period | This Fund | Category Avg | Category Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Y Return | — | 4.22% | — |
| 3Y Return | — | 7.09% | — |
| 5Y Return | — | 6.42% | — |
| 10Y Return | — | 6.61% | — |
Trailing annualised returns (%). Category rank: lower is better. Green = top third of category.
Funds in Debt: Short Term
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which funds are similar to Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth?
Funds similar to Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth in the Debt: Short Term category include ICICI Prudential Short Term Fund Direct Plan-Growth, Kotak Short Term Fund Direct-Growth, and HDFC Short Term Fund Direct Plan-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 Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth in its category?
The category rank of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is shown in the Trailing Returns section above.
How does Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth's expense ratio compare to similar funds?
Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth has an expense ratio of 0.22%. The peers ICICI Prudential Short Term Fund Direct Plan-Growth has an expense ratio of 0.45% and Kotak Short Term Fund Direct-Growth has 0.38%. 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 Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth's AUM compare to similar funds?
Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth has an AUM of ₹16.35 crore. The peers ICICI Prudential Short Term Fund Direct Plan-Growth has an AUM of ₹18,889.8 crore and Kotak Short Term Fund Direct-Growth has ₹14,241.3 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: Short Term?
The top performing fund in the Debt: Short Term category on a 3-year basis is Bandhan Short Term Fund Direct-Growth with a CAGR of 7.64% as of 22 Oct 2026. Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth has delivered - CAGR over the same period. You can view and compare the full category ranking on sharpely.
How does Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth rank in risk-adjusted returns vs peers?
The Sharpe ratio of Zerodha Nifty Short Duration G-Sec Index Fund Direct-Growth is shown in the Alpha, Beta & Sharpe section on the Performance tab.