EQUITY•SMALL CAP FUND
Franklin India Small Cap Fund
3 Year return
15.70%
NAV on August 16, 2026
206.418
1D Returns
-0.81%
Launched on January 2013(13 years)
Investment Details
₹500
Minimum SIP Amount
₹5000
Minimum one time investment
Fund has no lock-in period
Calculate Returns
Based on past performance of this fund
₹
Your Investment₹3,600
Gain
28.36%₹1,021
Total Value ₹4,621
Risk Involved
Your principal will be at
Very High Risk
Scheme Information
Asset Under Management
₹14,466.52 Cr.
Expense Ratio
1.04% (inclusive of GST)
Exit Load
1.00% - If redeemed on or before limit shall be 1 year from the date of allotment Nil - If redeemed after 1 year from the date of allotment.
Ratings
1.5
Ratings by other agencies
Value Research
2
Crisil
2
Morning Star
2
Tax Implications
Withdrawal within 1 year:
20% tax on gains
Withdrawal after 1 year:
12.5% tax on gains above ₹1.25 lakh per financial year
Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund Manager
AK
Akhil Kalluri
Fund Manager since Sep 2022
RJ
R Janakiraman
Fund Manager since Apr 2013
SM
Sandeep Manam
Fund Manager since Oct 2021
Fund House Details
Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund
Asset management company
AUM
₹1,27,381.83 Cr.
No. of Schemes
126
Setup Date
October 1995
Peer Comparison
Comparison with other similar funds
| Funds | 3 Y Returns | ARQ Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of India Small Cap Fund | 24.027% | 2.5 |
| Invesco India Smallcap Fund | 24.904% | 1 |
| Bandhan Small Cap Fund | 27.2319% | 0 |
Schemes by Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund
List of mutual fund schemes by AMC
Funds
3 Years Returns
Franklin India Smaller Companies Fund Direct-Growth is an open-ended equity mutual fund scheme by Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund. The fund falls within the small-cap category of mutual funds and mainly invests in stocks of small-sized companies with high potential for growth. A small number of stocks invested in the fund fall in the large-cap and mid-cap categories.
Investment Objective of the Scheme
The investment objective of Franklin India Smaller Companies Fund Direct-Growth is to offer you long-term capital appreciation by primarily investing in stocks of small-cap companies with possible growth prospects. The scheme aims to create returns for you by investing in a variety of robust small-cap companies across many sectors.
Key Features of The Fund
5-year return
17.9453%
Expense Ratio
1.04%
Fund Manager
Akhil Kalluri
Fund Size
₹14466.52 Cr.
Risk Profile
Very High
Is This Scheme Right for Me?
If you are the kind of investor who seeks exposure to small-cap stocks, with robust prospects to become market leaders in the future, you may consider Franklin India Smaller Companies Fund Direct-Growth Fund. Additionally, you may be an investor with a high-risk tolerance who does not mind investing in small-cap companies that are possibly in the initial stages of their growth. Whatever your reasons for investing, evaluating your own financial goals beforehand may be a wise move.
AMC Contact Details
| Name | Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund |
| Launch Date | October 1995 |
| Address | One International Centre, Tower 2, 12th & 13th Floor, Senapati Bapat Marg, Elphinstone (West) Mumbai-400013. |
| Contact | 1800 258 4255 1800 425 4255 |
| service@franklintempleton.com | |
| Website | https://www.franklintempletonindia.com/ |
Disclaimer: Mutual funds are subject to market risk. Read all scheme-related documents carefully to make informed-decision.
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FAQs
What is today's NAV of Franklin India Small Cap Fund?
NAV, or Net Asset Value, is the price of a single unit of a mutual fund. It is calculated by dividing the current value of holdings held by the mutual fund scheme at the end of the day by the total number of units issued. The NAV changes every day. The NAV of Franklin India Small Cap Fund on August 16, 2026, is ₹206.418
What is the AUM of Franklin India Small Cap Fund?
Short for Asset Under Management, AUM means the total assets held by a mutual fund scheme. The AUM of the fund changes every day based on the fluctuation in the price of the underlying assets. Fund houses don't update AUM on a daily basis. They only update it at the end of the month and release it within a few days of the following month. The AUM of Franklin India Small Cap Fund, is ₹14466.52 crore.
What is the expense ratio of Franklin India Small Cap Fund?
The expense ratio is the annual charges you pay to the mutual fund house for managing your investments. It is a percentage of Assets Under Management. It is deducted from the fund's returns. The expense ratio of Franklin India Small Cap Fund is 1.04%
What are the returns of Franklin India Small Cap Fund since inception?
The Franklin India Small Cap Fund was launched on January 01, 2013. The fund has delivered a CAGR of undefined since inception.
What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in Franklin India Small Cap Fund?
A Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) in mutual funds allows you to invest small amounts periodically instead of a one-time investment. The frequency of investment can be monthly, quarterly, half-yearly or annually, as per your convenience. The minimum SIP for Franklin India Small Cap Fund is ₹500.
How do I invest in Franklin India Small Cap Fund?
- Make sure you are logged in to Angel One.
- Select the type of investment: SIP or one-time.
- In case of an SIP, select the amount and date and click ‘Start SIP’. In case of a one-time investment, enter just the amount.
- Proceed by clicking the pay button and choosing your mode of payment.
- Your portfolio will be updated with this investment in 3-5 working days.
How to start an SIP in Franklin India Small Cap Fund?
- Click on the ‘Invest’ button.
- Enter your desired SIP amount and the SIP date.
- You can uncheck the ‘Make first payment now’ box if you don’t want to make the payment right away.
- Choose your payment method between UPI and Net Banking.
- Make your payment.
- Your SIP is created.
How do I automate an SIP in Franklin India Small Cap Fund?
- Once you create an SIP, click on ‘Set up autopay’
- Select your desired verification method - debit card, net banking or Aadhar method credentials - and click on submit.
- Once you verify the OTP, your mandate request will be created.
How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in Franklin India Small Cap Fund?
- Go to the ‘Investments’ section and click on the mutual fund scheme you want to withdraw.
- Enter the amount you want to withdraw and tap the ‘Withdraw’ button.
- Verify the details on the ‘Confirm withdraw’ screen.
- Select the bank account in which you want to receive the funds.
- You will receive your funds within three working days of placing the order.
- You can track your order in the ‘Orders’ section.
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₹4,621 in 3Y at 15.7002% returns
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