EQUITY•ELSS
HDFC ELSS Tax Saver
3 Year return
15.48%
NAV on August 11, 2026
1523.563
1D Returns
+1.76%
Launched on January 2013(13 years)
Investment Details
₹500
Minimum SIP Amount
₹500
Minimum one time investment
Lock-in period: 3.0000 years
Calculate Returns
Based on past performance of this fund
₹
Your Investment₹3,600
Gain
27.89%₹1,004
Total Value ₹4,604
Risk Involved
Your principal will be at
Very High Risk
Scheme Information
Asset Under Management
₹15,685.17 Cr.
Expense Ratio
1.2% (inclusive of GST)
Exit Load
Nil
Ratings
0
Ratings by other agencies
Value Research
2
Crisil
0
Morning Star
3
Tax Implications
Withdrawal after 3 years:
12.5% tax on gains above ₹1.25 lakh per financial year
HDFC Mutual Fund Manager
AK
Amar Kalkundrikar
Fund Manager since Dec 2025
DM
Dhruv Muchhal
Fund Manager since Aug 2023
RJ
Roshi Jain
Fund Manager since Jul 2022
Fund House Details
HDFC Mutual Fund
Asset management company
AUM
₹9,61,940.45 Cr.
No. of Schemes
185
Setup Date
July 2000
Peer Comparison
Comparison with other similar funds
| Funds | 3 Y Returns | ARQ Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Motilal Oswal ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 22.9148% | 2.5 |
| Quant ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 17.4007% | 3.5 |
| SBI ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 16.7439% | 5 |
Schemes by HDFC Mutual Fund
List of mutual fund schemes by AMC
Funds
3 Years Returns
Hybrid . Dynamic Asset Allocation or Balanced Advantage
HDFC Balanced Advantage Fund Growth Plan Direct Plan13.6645%
Hybrid . Dynamic Asset Allocation or Balanced Advantage
HDFC Balanced Advantage Fund IDCW Plan Direct Plan Payout13.2372%
Hybrid . Dynamic Asset Allocation or Balanced Advantage
HDFC Balanced Advantage Fund IDCW Plan Direct Plan Reinvestment13.2372%
HDFC Tax Saver Growth Direct Plan is an equity scheme by HDFC Mutual Fund. The scheme primarily invests in equities and equity-linked instruments. This fund falls under the ELSS category. The fund invests across market capitalisations and usually adheres to a growth-oriented style of investing. Tax deductions and wealth building over time are two advantages of investing in ELSS mutual funds. It is an open-ended fund, meaning the investor gets an opportunity to buy or sell the fund units at any time.
Investment Objective of The Scheme
HDFC Tax Saver Growth Direct Plan is a scheme which aims to provide income or capital growth from a portfolio that is mostly made up of equities and equity-related securities. This ELSS mutual fund would require you to have your assets locked in for three years starting on the investment date when you cannot redeem your holdings.
Key Features of The Fund
5-year return
16.4914%
Expense Ratio
1.2%
Fund Manager
Amar Kalkundrikar
Fund Size
₹15685.17 Cr.
Risk Profile
Very High
Is This Scheme Right for Me?
HDFC Tax Saver Growth Direct Plan could be an option for you to consider, given you have a very high-risk tolerance and are looking for a regular source of income via investments. However, note that this scheme has a suggested investment horizon of three years or more, to ensure that you can predict your returns better and can also minimise the downside risk associated.
AMC Contact Details
| Name | HDFC Mutual Fund |
| Launch Date | July 2000 |
| Address | "HDFC House", 2nd Floor, H. T. Parekh Marg, 165-166, Backbay Reclamation, Churchgate, Mumbai - 400020 |
| Contact | 1800 3010 67671800 419 7676 |
| hello@hdfcfund.com | |
| Website | https://www.hdfcfund.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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver?
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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver on August 11, 2026, is ₹1523.563
What is the AUM of HDFC ELSS Tax Saver?
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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver, is ₹15685.17 crore.
What is the expense ratio of HDFC ELSS Tax Saver?
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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver is 1.2%
What are the returns of HDFC ELSS Tax Saver since inception?
The HDFC ELSS Tax Saver 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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver?
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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver is ₹500.
How do I invest in HDFC ELSS Tax Saver?
- 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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver?
- 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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver?
- 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 HDFC ELSS Tax Saver?
- 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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₹4,604 in 3Y at 15.4834% returns
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