Investing in a gold fund is a popular strategy for individuals looking to diversify their portfolio and hedge against market volatility. Unlike physical gold, gold funds allow investors to gain exposure to the price movements of gold without the hassles of storage and security. These funds typically invest in gold bullion, gold-related instruments, or stocks of gold mining companies.
With global economic uncertainty and inflation concerns often driving demand for safe-haven assets, gold funds can offer stability and long-term value preservation. In this read, we will explore the best gold mutual funds in India for Oct 2025
| Name | AUM (₹ Crore) | Expense Ratio | CAGR 3Y |
| DSP World Gold Mining Overseas Equity Omni FoF | 1,421.40 | 1.64 | 50.14 |
| SBI Gold Fund | 5,220.86 | 0.10 | 30.66 |
| ICICI Pru Regular Gold Savings Fund | 2,602.80 | 0.09 | 30.44 |
| HDFC Gold ETF FoF | 4,914.73 | 0.18 | 30.36 |
| Kotak Gold Fund | 3,506.12 | 0.16 | 30.33 |
Note: The Gold Mutual Funds mentioned above have been selected and sorted based on 3Y CAGR as of Sep 24, 2025
DSP World Gold Mining Overseas Equity Omni FoF aims capital appreciation by investing in units/securities issued by overseas Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and/or overseas funds and/or units issued by domestic mutual funds that provide exposure to Gold/Gold Mining theme.
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SBI Gold Fund is an open-ended Fund of Fund scheme that primarily invests in the SBI-ETF Gold. Its objective is to provide returns that closely mirror the performance of the SBI Gold Exchange Traded Scheme.
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ICICI Prudential Regular Gold Savings Fund is a Fund of Funds scheme that primarily aims to generate returns by investing in units of the ICICI Prudential Gold ETF (IPru Gold ETF).
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Gold funds serve as an accessible and efficient way to participate in the gold market without directly owning the metal. While they may not generate income like dividends or interest, their ability to act as a financial safeguard during turbulent times makes them a valuable component of a balanced investment portfolio.
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: Sep 24, 2025, 3:54 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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