Why invest in HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan?

Diversified Large Cap Exposure: The Index Fund provides investors with exposure to the largest 50 companies forming part of the Nifty 50 Index. These companies are considered blue-chip and are leaders in their respective industries. Investing in these well-established companies allows investors to participate in the growth story of India.Lower Costs: Lower expenses makes investing in the HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan a cost-effective way for investors to earn index linked returns.Simplicity and Effectiveness: The HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan provides a straightforward investment solution for investors aiming at long-term wealth creation. By tracking the Nifty 50 index, investors can easily understand and participate in the overall performance of India's leading companies forming part of the underlying index.

Additional benefits of HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan

Diversification across stocks and sectors: The Index Fund provides exposure to a broadly diversified portfolio of equity securities across the largest 50 companies listed in India. This diversification helps spread investment risk across multiple companies and sectors.Tracking Blue-Chip Companies: The Index Fund closely tracks the behaviour of blue-chip companies forming part of the Nifty 50 indexLower Volatility: The Nifty 50 Index, and consequently the HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan, tends to be less volatile compared to mid and small-cap indices since it consists of Large Cap companies, making it a relatively stable investment option.

Who should invest in HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan?

HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan is suitable for investors who:Are relatively new to equity investing and seek diversified exposure to large-cap companies in IndiaDesire a low-cost investment option to earn index linked returnsAre looking for a long-term investment solution with an aim to build wealth over time

What is the ideal investment time horizon for the HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan?

The HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan is suitable for investors with a time horizon of 3 years and above.

HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund

Index

DIRECTREGULAR

An open ended scheme replicating / tracking NIFTY 50 index (TRI)

Investment Objective: The investment objective of the Scheme is to generate returns that are commensurate with the performance of the NIFTY 50 Index, subject to tracking errors. There is no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be realized.

What is the Nifty 50 Index?

The Nifty 50 is a broad-based index comprising 50 large and liquid blue-chip stocks across multiple sectors. It is currently one of the most widely used benchmarks for Indian investors. The index has a 27-year price history. Price changes in the Nifty index are a good reflection for understanding Corporate India’s performance since 1995.

For current constituents of NIFTY 50 (Total Returns Index), please click here.

For changes to Index constituents, please click here.

Returns

14.22%

Inception Date

17/07/2002

Riskometer

Very High

Min SIP

₹ 100

Ideal for

Wealth Creation

3 Years and above

Entry Load

An entry load is a fee charged to investors when they purchase units of a Mutual Fund scheme. This fee was used to cover distribution and marketing expenses incurred by the Asset Management Company (AMC). Currently, Mutual Funds in India do not levy entry loads.

TER

Including Additional Expenses and Goods and Service Tax on Management Fees, if any.

TER

The Total Expense Ration (TER) represents the costs for running and managing a Mutual Fund scheme. It is calculated as a percentage of the scheme’s average Net Asset Value (NAV). The daily NAV of a Mutual Fund is disclosed after deducting these expenses.

Disclaimer

Including Additional Expenses and Goods and Service Tax on Management Fees, if any. Click here to view the Total Expense Ratio

0.41

Lock in

A lock-in period is the fixed duration during which investors cannot sell or redeem their investments/Mutual Fund units. For example, Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSS) Funds have a 3-year lock-in.

NAV NA

Net Asset Value (NAV) per unit is the total market value of securities of a scheme minus liabilities divided by the total number of outstanding units on a given date.

AUM (28/02/2026)

Assets Under Management (AUM) is the total market value of all assets that a Mutual Fund manages on behalf of its investors.

₹22,324.27 Cr.

Benchmark

A benchmark is a standard market index used to compare a Fund’s performance. It helps investors know whether the Fund is performing better, worse, or similar to the market.

NIFTY 50 Index (Tota...

NIFTY 50 Index (Total Returns Index)

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Fund Managers

Top 10 Holdings

As on 28 Feb 2026

Downloads

HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund

SID - HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund dated November 21, 2025

KIM - HDFC Nifty 50 Index Fund dated November 21, 2025

Fund Facts - HDFC NIFTY 50 Index Fund_December 25

Exit Load

In respect of each purchase/switch-in of Units, an Exit Load of 0.25% is payable if Units are redeemed/switched-out within 3 days from the date of allotment.
No Exit Load is payable if Units are redeemed/switched-out after 3 days from the date of allotment.

No Entry/Exit Load shall be levied on bonus units and units allotted on dividend reinvestment

Product Labelling

Benchmark Riskometer

Very High

This product is suitable for investors who are seeking~

returns that are commensurate with the performance of the NIFTY 50, subject to tracking errors over long term
investment in equity securities covered by the NIFTY 50

~Investors should consult their financial advisers if in doubt about whether the product is suitable for them.

NIFTY Disclaimer: The above mentioned Schemes offered by HDFC Asset Management Company Limited (HDFC AMC) having benchmark as NSE Indices are not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by NSE INDICES LIMITED (formerly known as India Index Services & Products Limited (IISL)). NSE INDICES LIMITED does not make any representation or warranty, express or implied (including warranties of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose or use) and disclaims all liability to the owners of the Products or any member of the public regarding the advisability of investing in securities generally or in the Products linked to the NIFTY Indices to track general stock market performance in India. Please read the full Disclaimers in the Offer Document of the Products.

FAQs

- Diversified Large Cap Exposure: The Index Fund provides investors with exposure to the largest 50 companies forming part of the Nifty 50 Index. These companies are considered blue-chip and are leaders in their respective industries. Investing in these well-established companies allows investors to participate in the growth story of India.
- Lower Costs: Lower expenses makes investing in the HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan a cost-effective way for investors to earn index linked returns.
- Simplicity and Effectiveness: The HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan provides a straightforward investment solution for investors aiming at long-term wealth creation. By tracking the Nifty 50 index, investors can easily understand and participate in the overall performance of India's leading companies forming part of the underlying index.
- Diversification across stocks and sectors: The Index Fund provides exposure to a broadly diversified portfolio of equity securities across the largest 50 companies listed in India. This diversification helps spread investment risk across multiple companies and sectors.
- Tracking Blue-Chip Companies: The Index Fund closely tracks the behaviour of blue-chip companies forming part of the Nifty 50 index
- Lower Volatility: The Nifty 50 Index, and consequently the HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan, tends to be less volatile compared to mid and small-cap indices since it consists of Large Cap companies, making it a relatively stable investment option.
HDFC Index Fund - NIFTY 50 Plan is suitable for investors who:
- Are relatively new to equity investing and seek diversified exposure to large-cap companies in India
- Desire a low-cost investment option to earn index linked returns
- Are looking for a long-term investment solution with an aim to build wealth over time