Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund - Regular Plan - Growth Option
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Delivered positive returns in 97% of 3-year investment horizons.
- Over 18 years of operational history across different market cycles.
- Experienced a maximum drawdown of -36.9% during severe market crashes.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +8.00% | +7.77% | +0.23% |
| 3 Months | -0.41% | +0.19% | -0.60% |
| 6 Months | +4.37% | +5.12% | -0.75% |
| 1 Year | +3.08% | +1.89% | +1.19% |
| 3 Years CAGR | +13.15% | +11.88% | +1.27% |
| 5 Years CAGR | +10.12% | +9.96% | +0.16% |
| 7 Years CAGR | +13.84% | +13.84% | 0.00% |
| 10 Years CAGR | +12.37% | +13.83% | -1.46% |
| Since Inception | +14.81% | - | - |
📈 Monthly SIP vs Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) Replay
See how a regular monthly SIP in Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund compares against a standard 7.0% p.a. Bank Fixed Deposit.
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +1.53% | +1.20% | +0.33% |
| 2025 | +6.72% | +3.57% | +3.15% |
| 2024 | +19.98% | +19.98% | 0.00% |
| 2023 | +26.77% | +27.84% | -1.07% |
| 2022 | -0.08% | +2.11% | -2.19% |
| 2021 | +30.36% | +32.16% | -1.80% |
| 2020 | +13.67% | +17.88% | -4.21% |
| 2019 | +9.18% | +9.89% | -0.71% |
| 2018 | -9.05% | -6.42% | -2.63% |
| 2017 | +37.74% | +37.59% | +0.15% |
| 2016 | -1.12% | +3.19% | -4.31% |
| 2015 | +6.66% | +3.80% | +2.86% |
| 2014 | +40.47% | +49.05% | -8.58% |
| 2013 | +11.46% | +7.15% | +4.31% |
| 2012 | +29.75% | +29.97% | -0.22% |
| 2011 | -19.93% | -23.37% | +3.44% |
| 2010 | +17.81% | +17.81% | 0.00% |
| 2009 | +74.60% | +73.74% | +0.86% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | -29.90% | +14.74% | +10.60% | +85.76% | 80.0% | 35.6% |
| 3-Year Rolling | -7.40% | +13.40% | +13.95% | +29.42% | 97.2% | 35.1% |
| 5-Year Rolling | -2.27% | +13.44% | +13.64% | +26.00% | 99.6% | 23.8% |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Deepest Market Corrections (Depth >= 10%)
| Peak Date | Trough Date | Fall Depth | Months to Bottom | Recovery Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-02-19 | 2020-03-23 | -36.9% | 1 months | 8 months |
| 2010-11-10 | 2011-12-20 | -26.8% | 13 months | 17 months |
| 2015-08-05 | 2016-02-25 | -19.1% | 7 months | 6 months |
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| 1. Equity & Equity related instruments (including REITs) | 80%-100% 2. Short Term Debt & Money Market Instruments - 0%-20% Please refer the Scheme Information Document for more details. |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The primary objective of the scheme is to generate long-term capital appreciation with an option of periodic payouts at the end of lock in periods from a portfolio that invests predominantly in equity and equity related instruments. However, there is no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be realized and the Scheme does not assure or guarantee any returns.
ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 460 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as comfortable relative to ELSS 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 ELSS Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quant ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 5.3 | +14.40% | 2.05% | 103.2% | Rs 13,714 cr | Compare → |
| Mirae Asset ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 5.5 | +12.80% | 1.94% | 99.9% | Rs 26,283 cr | Compare → |
| BARODA BNP PARIBAS ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 7.2 | +14.56% | 2.44% | 99.2% | Rs 913 cr | Compare → |
| Tata ELSS Fund | 5.5 | +12.49% | 1.92% | 105.6% | Rs 4,634 cr | Compare → |
| JM ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 4.3 | +15.05% | 2.66% | 102.1% | Rs 245 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund
What is the expense ratio of Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund?
Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.56% with a base expense ratio of 2.09%, compared to the ELSS category median of 2.34%.
Who manages Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund?
Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund is managed by Ashwani Agarwalla (tenure: 4.4 years since 2022-06-15).
What are the historical returns of Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund?
Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund delivered a 3-year CAGR of 13.15% and a 5-year CAGR of 10.12%. Its 1-year return stands at +3.08%.
How large is Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund?
Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund manages assets of Rs 460 cr, placing it in the 'comfortable' size band relative to ELSS peers.
How is Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund scored on MFIQ?
Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 4.7/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund?
Edelweiss ELSS Tax Saver Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 14.60% with a maximum historical drawdown of -36.90%.