PGIM India Multi Cap Fund - Regular Plan - Growth Option
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Generated +6.9% annualized alpha (excess return) over its benchmark.
- Expense ratio (2.56%) is higher than category median (2.21%), which creates fee drag over time.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +6.35% | +5.58% | +0.77% |
| 3 Months | +1.78% | +0.66% | +1.12% |
| 6 Months | +9.56% | +7.75% | +1.81% |
| 1 Year | +8.47% | +6.20% | +2.27% |
| Since Inception | +3.64% | - | - |
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +9.78% | +7.13% | +2.65% |
| 2025 | +3.87% | +2.69% | +1.18% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | -4.11% | +5.52% | +5.56% | +16.57% | 89.5% | 75.4% |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Deepest Market Corrections (Depth >= 10%)
| Peak Date | Trough Date | Fall Depth | Months to Bottom | Recovery Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-26 | 2025-02-28 | -18.6% | 5 months | 8 months |
| 2025-10-29 | 2026-03-30 | -14.2% | 5 months | 3 months |
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equities & Equity related instruments of Large Cap companies - Min 25% and Max 50% Equities & Equity related instruments of Mid Cap companies - Min 25% and Max 50% Equities & Equity related instruments of Small Cap companies - Min 25% and Max 50% Money Market Instruments and other liquid instruments, Units of Liquid, Money Market and Overnight Mutual Funds - Min 0% and Max 25% Units issued by InvITs- Min 0% and Max 10% Foreign securities including overseas ETFs- Min 0% and Max 20% Units of Gold ETFs & Silver ETFs - Min 0% and Max 25% | Per Scheme Mandate |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The investment objective of the scheme is to seek to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing in a portfolio of equity and equity related securities across large cap, mid cap and small cap stocks. However, there is no assurance that the investment objective of the scheme will be achieved. The Scheme does not guarantee/ indicate 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 500 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as too small relative to Multi 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 Multi Cap Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAJAJ FINSERV MULTI CAP FUND | 5.6 | - | 2.56% | 86.6% | Rs 1,785 cr | Compare → |
| UTI Multi Cap Fund | 3.6 | - | 2.23% | 98.5% | Rs 2,212 cr | Compare → |
| Motilal Oswal Multi Cap Fund | 5.2 | - | 2.27% | 105.9% | Rs 5,010 cr | Compare → |
| DSP Multi Cap Fund | 2.7 | - | 2.05% | 107.9% | Rs 2,998 cr | Compare → |
| Groww Multicap Fund | 6.5 | - | 2.62% | 95.2% | Rs 2,052 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about PGIM India Multi Cap Fund
What is the expense ratio of PGIM India Multi Cap Fund?
PGIM India Multi Cap Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.56% with a base expense ratio of 2.1%, compared to the Multi Cap category median of 2.21%.
Who manages PGIM India Multi Cap Fund?
PGIM India Multi Cap Fund is managed by Vivek Sharma.
What are the historical returns of PGIM India Multi Cap Fund?
PGIM India Multi Cap Fund has a 1-year return of +8.47%.
How large is PGIM India Multi Cap Fund?
PGIM India Multi Cap Fund manages assets of Rs 500 cr, placing it in the 'too small' size band relative to Multi Cap peers.
How is PGIM India Multi Cap Fund scored on MFIQ?
PGIM India Multi Cap Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 4.5/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is PGIM India Multi Cap Fund?
PGIM India Multi Cap Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 14.78% with a maximum historical drawdown of -18.61%.