What is a value fund?

A fund that invests in stocks trading below their intrinsic or fair value.

How is this fund different from growth funds?

Growth funds buy fast-growing companies; value funds buy undervalued companies.

Does the fund invest only in large caps?

No. It invests across large, mid and small caps.

What is the minimum value allocation rule?

Fund managed true-to-mandate and will invest at least 60% of the portfolio in companies which are trading at multiples lower than Median P/E (Price/Earnings) or Median P/B (Price/Book Value) of NIFTY 500 Index or below 5 year historical average of own trailing P/E or P/B

Is this fund suitable for short-term investing?

No. It is best suited for long-term investors.

What is the key benefit of value investing?

Potential upside from valuation re-rating plus potential earnings growth.

Is this a diversified fund?

Yes, diversification across sectors and market caps helps manage risk.

Investors with a long-term horizon and disciplined investment mindset.

What is the main risk?

Value stocks may take time to realize their potential.

What is the minimum SIP amount in HDFC Value Fund?

The minimum SIP amount for HDFC Value Fund is ₹100 (or as specified by the scheme). Investors can start a Systematic Investment Plan with small periodic investments and increase the amount gradually over time based on their financial goals.

What benchmark does HDFC Value Fund track?

HDFC Value Fund is benchmarked against the NIFTY 500 Total Returns Index (TRI), which reflects the performance of companies across large-cap, mid-cap and small-cap segments in the Indian equity market.

What is the exit load of HDFC Value Fund?

An exit load of 1% may be applicable if units are redeemed within 1 year from the date of allotment. No exit load is applicable if the investment is redeemed after 1 year.

What are the risks associated with HDFC Value Fund?

Since HDFC Value Fund invests in equity securities across market capitalisations, the fund may experience market volatility. Value investing also requires patience as undervalued stocks may take time for their valuations to improve. Investors should consider their investment horizon and risk tolerance before investing.

HDFC Value Fund

Equity

DIRECTREGULAR

Where Patience uncovers Potential Value

What is HDFC Value Fund?

Fund Description

HDFC Value Fund is a diversified equity-oriented scheme that follows a disciplined value investing strategy, identifying fundamentally strong companies trading below their intrinsic value / in their turnaround phase / below historical valuation levels.

Investment Objective

To achieve capital appreciation/income in the long term by primarily investing in undervalued stocks. There is no assurance that the investment objective of the scheme will be realised.

Scheme Highlights

Follows a disciplined value investing approach
Invests across large, mid and small cap companies
Focuses on companies trading below intrinsic value / in the turnaround phase / trading below their historical multiples
Portfolio built with valuation discipline and risk management
Managed by experienced investment professionals at HDFC Mutual Fund

Investment Strategy of HDFC Value Fund

The fund follows a value-oriented investment strategy that focuses on identifying fundamentally strong companies trading below their intrinsic value.

The portfolio construction typically includes:

Bottom-up stock selection based on company fundamentals
Focus on valuation comfort and margin of safety
Diversification across sectors and market capitalisations
A long-term investment approach aimed at capturing valuation re-rating opportunities

Why invest in HDFC Value Fund?

True-to-Mandate Value Investing Approach: Fund managed true-to-mandate and will invest at least 60% of the portfolio in companies which are trading at multiples lower than Median P/E (Price/Earnings) or Median P/B (Price/Book Value) of NIFTY 500 Index or below 5 year historical average of own trailing P/E or P/B
Diversified Portfolio: Invests across large, mid and small caps without market-cap constraints
Re-rating Potential: Targets stocks where valuation multiples may improve over time
Long-Term Wealth Creation: Built for investors who believe patience and discipline reward value investing

Who can consider HDFC Value Fund?

Intention to invest in undervalued companies
Investors seeking to invest in a diversified portfolio with a long-term horizon
Want twin benefit of potential earnings growth as well as re-rating of valuation multiples
Looking for a sound and disciplined approach to investing amidst volatile market conditions

How to start investing?

Investors can start investing in HDFC Value Fund through the following steps: Complete your KYC
Keep PAN, Aadhaar and bank details ready.
Visit HDFC Mutual Fund Website / App
Go to the fund page and click Invest Now.
Choose Investment Mode
SIP – invest a fixed amount monthly
Lump Sum – invest one time
Select Plan & Option
Direct or Regular Plan
Growth or IDCW option
Enter Amount & Payment Details
Set SIP date or make payment online.
Confirm & Start Investing
Your investment will be processed and units will be allotted.

Returns

15.83%

Inception Date

01/01/2013

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

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

1.12

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 (30/04/2026)

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

₹7,324.30 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.

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NIFTY 500 Total Returns Index

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Fund Managers

Top 10 Holdings

As on 31 Mar 2026

Downloads

HDFC Value Fund

SID - HDFC Value Fund dated November 21, 2025

KIM - HDFC Value Fund dated November 21, 2025

HDFC Value Fund Presentation (October 2025)

Fund Facts - HDFC Value Fund - April 26

Exit Load

In respect of each purchase/switch-in of Units, an Exit Load of 1.00% is payable if Units are redeemed/switched-out within 1 year from the date of allotment.
No Exit Load is payable if Units are redeemed/switched-out after 1 year from the date of allotment.
No Entry/Exit Load shall be levied on bonus units and units allotted on dividend reinvestment