BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND - REGULAR - GROWTH
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Generated +7.1% annualized alpha (excess return) over its benchmark.
- Limited historical track record under 3 years; long-term cycle performance is still evolving.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +0.62% | +1.11% | -0.49% |
| 3 Months | -1.72% | -1.13% | -0.59% |
| 6 Months | +7.92% | +7.86% | +0.06% |
| 1 Year | +12.58% | +11.28% | +1.30% |
| Since Inception | +6.85% | - | - |
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +13.75% | +13.95% | -0.20% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | +5.14% | +13.67% | +14.31% | +21.32% | 100.0% | 100.0% |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Deepest Market Corrections (Depth >= 10%)
| Peak Date | Trough Date | Fall Depth | Months to Bottom | Recovery Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-22 | 2026-03-23 | -17.0% | 8 months | 1 months |
| 2026-09-11 | 2026-10-23 | -10.1% | 1 months | Not yet recovered |
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equities & Equity related securities of small cap companies | 65% - 100%Equities & Equity related securities of other than small cap companies, equity & equity related securities of foreign companies - 0% - 35%Money market instruments*, other liquid instruments, Units of InvITs, Units of Gold ETFs and Silver ETFs and units of Liquid, Overnight and Money Market Mutual Fund - 0% - 35%*^Equity and Equity related instruments include (but not limited to) convertible debentures, equity warrants, convertible preference shares, equity derivatives and units of ReITs. *Money market instruments will include commercial papers, commercial bills, Triparty REPO, Reverse Repo and equivalent and any other like instruments as specified by SEBI and Reserve Bank of India from time to time. |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The objective of the Scheme is to generate long term capital appreciation by investing in equity and equity related securities of small cap companies. However, there is no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be achieved.
ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 2,875 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as comfortable relative to Small Cap schemes.
Fund Management
Cost & Capital Gains Taxation
From April 2026 the total expense ratio includes brokerage, transaction costs and statutory levies on top of the base fee.
Equity-oriented schemes: 20% short-term capital gains tax if sold within 12 months; 12.5% long-term capital gains tax on gains exceeding ₹1.25 lakh per financial year when held for more than 12 months.
Closest Small Cap Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motilal Oswal Small Cap Fund | 6.4 | - | 1.91% | 100.0% | Rs 8,735 cr | Compare → |
| JM Small Cap Fund | 3.5 | - | 2.56% | 127.5% | Rs 916 cr | Compare → |
| TRUSTMF SMALL CAP FUND | 6.6 | - | 2.83% | 76.9% | Rs 4,215 cr | Compare → |
| Mirae Asset Small Cap Fund | 3.2 | - | - | 89.8% | Rs 6,049 cr | Compare → |
| Tata Small Cap Fund | 3.7 | +8.21% | 1.69% | 90.7% | Rs 12,684 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND
What is the expense ratio of BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND?
BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.38% with a base expense ratio of 1.68%, compared to the Small Cap category median of 2.17%.
Who manages BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND?
BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND is managed by Nimesh Chandan.
What are the historical returns of BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND?
BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND has a 1-year return of +12.58%.
How large is BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND?
BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND manages assets of Rs 2,875 cr, placing it in the 'comfortable' size band relative to Small Cap peers.
How is BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND scored on MFIQ?
BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND holds an MFIQ Score of 4.8/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND?
BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 17.45% with a maximum historical drawdown of -16.98%.