Kotak Arbitrage Fund - Regular Plan - Growth
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Delivered positive returns in 100% of 3-year investment horizons.
- Consistently ranked #1 in its category with an MFIQ quantitative score of 6.3/10.
- Expense ratio (2.86%) is higher than category median (2.12%), which creates fee drag over time.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +0.72% | +0.72% | 0.00% |
| 3 Months | +1.53% | +1.49% | +0.04% |
| 6 Months | +3.15% | +3.04% | +0.11% |
| 1 Year | +6.31% | +6.13% | +0.18% |
| 3 Years CAGR | +6.82% | +6.54% | +0.28% |
| 5 Years CAGR | +6.39% | +6.08% | +0.31% |
| 7 Years CAGR | +5.76% | +5.49% | +0.27% |
| 10 Years CAGR | +5.88% | +5.69% | +0.19% |
| Since Inception | +6.76% | - | - |
📈 Monthly SIP vs Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) Replay
See how a regular monthly SIP in Kotak Arbitrage Fund compares against a standard 7.0% p.a. Bank Fixed Deposit.
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +5.37% | +5.16% | +0.21% |
| 2025 | +6.42% | +6.23% | +0.19% |
| 2024 | +7.84% | +7.46% | +0.38% |
| 2023 | +7.38% | +7.05% | +0.33% |
| 2022 | +4.53% | +4.06% | +0.47% |
| 2021 | +3.96% | +3.55% | +0.41% |
| 2020 | +4.33% | +4.08% | +0.25% |
| 2019 | +6.07% | +6.07% | 0.00% |
| 2018 | +6.32% | +6.06% | +0.26% |
| 2017 | +5.84% | +5.58% | +0.26% |
| 2016 | +6.65% | +6.64% | +0.01% |
| 2015 | +7.50% | +7.60% | -0.10% |
| 2014 | +8.99% | +8.34% | +0.65% |
| 2013 | +9.18% | +9.15% | +0.03% |
| 2012 | +9.58% | +9.12% | +0.46% |
| 2011 | +7.51% | +7.70% | -0.19% |
| 2010 | +6.31% | +5.56% | +0.75% |
| 2009 | +5.15% | +4.59% | +0.56% |
| 2008 | +8.30% | +9.02% | -0.72% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | +3.24% | +6.72% | +6.55% | +10.11% | 100.0% | - |
| 3-Year Rolling | +4.05% | +6.73% | +6.53% | +9.35% | 100.0% | - |
| 5-Year Rolling | +4.94% | +6.72% | +6.67% | +8.78% | 100.0% | - |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equity and equity related instruments including derivatives | 65%-90% Debt and money market instruments including margin money - 10%-35% |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The investment objective of the scheme is to generate capital appreciation and income by predominantly investing in arbitrage opportunities in the cash and derivatives segment of the equity market, and by investing the balance in debt and money market instruments. However, there is no assurance that the objective of the scheme will be realized.
ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 76,564 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as strained relative to Arbitrage 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 Arbitrage Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTI Arbitrage Fund | 6.6 | +6.77% | 1.80% | - | Rs 11,067 cr | Compare → |
| Invesco India Arbitrage Fund | 6.2 | +6.77% | 2.82% | - | Rs 32,388 cr | Compare → |
| HDFC ARBITRAGE FUND | 6.3 | +6.74% | 2.02% | - | Rs 26,069 cr | Compare → |
| Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund | 6.5 | +6.67% | 2.20% | - | Rs 13,897 cr | Compare → |
| Aditya BIRLA SUN LIFE ARBITRAGE FUND | 5.9 | +6.66% | 1.92% | - | Rs 27,972 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotak Arbitrage Fund
What is the expense ratio of Kotak Arbitrage Fund?
Kotak Arbitrage Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.86% with a base expense ratio of 0.82%, compared to the Arbitrage category median of 2.12%.
Who manages Kotak Arbitrage Fund?
Kotak Arbitrage Fund is managed by Hiten Shah (tenure: 7.1 years since 2019-10-03).
What are the historical returns of Kotak Arbitrage Fund?
Kotak Arbitrage Fund delivered a 3-year CAGR of 6.82% and a 5-year CAGR of 6.39%. Its 1-year return stands at +6.31%.
How large is Kotak Arbitrage Fund?
Kotak Arbitrage Fund manages assets of Rs 76,564 cr, placing it in the 'strained' size band relative to Arbitrage peers.
How is Kotak Arbitrage Fund scored on MFIQ?
Kotak Arbitrage Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 6.3/10 (Average), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Kotak Arbitrage Fund?
Kotak Arbitrage Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 1.12% with a maximum historical drawdown of -0.58%.