Investing in gold has long been considered a safe haven during times of economic uncertainty and market volatility. However, purchasing physical gold can come with challenges such as storage, security, and liquidity concerns. Gold mutual funds offer an accessible and convenient alternative for investors seeking exposure to the precious metal.
These funds pool investors’ money to invest in gold-related assets such as gold mining companies, bullion, or gold ETFs, providing diversification, professional management, and easier entry and exit. By investing in gold mutual funds, individuals can potentially benefit from gold’s ability to hedge against inflation and currency fluctuations, while avoiding some of the practical drawbacks of owning physical gold. In this read, we will explore the best gold mutual funds in India for June 2025
| Name | AUM | Expense Ratio | CAGR 5Y |
| Axis Gold Fund | 1032.78 | 0.17 | 14.24 |
| SBI Gold Fund | 3930.78 | 0.1 | 14.23 |
| HDFC Gold ETF FoF | 3870.9 | 0.18 | 14.18 |
| Kotak Gold Fund | 3028.32 | 0.16 | 14.12 |
| ICICI Pru Regular Gold Savings Fund | 2056.54 | 0.09 | 14.06 |
Note: The Gold Mutual Funds mentioned above have been selected and sorted based on 5Y CAGR as of May 27, 2025
Axis Gold Fund is an open-ended fund of fund scheme investing in Axis Gold ETF. The objective of the Axis Gold scheme is to generate returns that closely correspond to returns generated by Axis Gold ETF.
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SBI Gold Fund is an open-ended Fund of Fund Scheme investing in SBI-ETF Gold. The SBI Gold Fund seeks to provide returns that closely correspond to returns provided by the SBI Gold Exchange Traded Scheme.
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HDFC Gold ETF Fund of Fund is an open-ended Fund of Fund scheme investing in HDFC Gold Exchange Traded Fund. The scheme seeks capital appreciation by investing in units of HDFC Gold Exchange Traded Fund (HGETF).
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Kotak Gold Fund is an open-ended gold exchange-traded fund which invests in physical gold and endeavours to track the domestic spot price of gold as closely as possible.
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Gold mutual funds present a practical and efficient way for investors to gain exposure to the gold market without the complexities of owning physical gold. They offer liquidity, professional management, and diversification benefits, making them suitable for both conservative investors looking to protect their wealth and those seeking portfolio balance during uncertain economic times.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
Mutual Fund investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.
Published on: May 27, 2025, 2:36 PM IST
Sachin Gupta
Sachin Gupta is a Content Writer with 6+ years of experience in the stock market, including global markets like the US, Canada, and Australia. At Angel One, Sachin specialises in creating financial content that simplifies complex market trends. Sachin holds a Master's in Commerce, specialising in Economics.
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