Top 10 Gold ETFs Deliver 45% Returns in 6 Months; Aditya Birla Sun Life Gold ETF, Axis Gold ETF and More

Written by: Neha DubeyUpdated on: 19 Jan 2026, 7:53 pm IST

As of January 2026, leading Gold ETFs in India have generated six-month returns of around 45%.

Top 10 Gold ETFs Deliver 45 percent Returns in 6 Months

Gold has remained one of the strongest-performing asset classes over the last half-year. Factors such as geopolitical uncertainties, moderating interest rate expectations, and steady institutional accumulation have supported bullion prices.

This trend has directly translated into solid performance across gold-backed ETFs, offering investors a liquid and transparent route to gold exposure without physical ownership concerns.

Top Performing Gold ETFs Based on 6-Month Returns

ETF Name	Market Cap (₹ Cr)	6M Return (%)
Aditya Birla Sun Life Gold ETF	934.16	45.32
Axis Gold ETF	847.27	45.27
Invesco India Gold ETF	197.24	45.13
HDFC Gold ETF	5,034.77	45.11
LIC MF Gold ETF	255.94	45.1
ICICI Prudential Gold ETF	5,050.73	45.09
SBI Gold ETF	6,994.90	45.08
UTI Gold ETF	1,731.65	45.06
DSP Gold ETF	454.85	45.03
Quantum Gold Fund	343.74	45

Note: The above data is as of Jan 19, 2026.

Top Gold ETFs Ranked by Lowest Expense Ratio (As of January 2026)

ETF Name	Expense Ratio (%)
Zerodha Gold ETF	0.3
Mirae Asset Gold ETF	0.35
Angel One Gold ETF	0.35
Tata Gold ETF	0.4
LIC MF Gold ETF	0.41
360 ONE Gold ETF	0.43
DSP Gold ETF	0.45
Bandhan Gold ETF	0.45
Aditya Birla Sun Life Gold ETF	0.47
Edelweiss Gold ETF	0.47

Note: The above data is as of Jan 19, 2026.

Where to Learn More About These ETFs?

ETFs are exchange traded funds and, like stocks, are held in a demat account. To explore each of the ETFs mentioned above in detail including their latest NAVs, historical performance, and portfolio allocation you can visit Angel One's ETF page.

For a broader look at mutual fund offerings and categories, check out Angel One’s mutual fund page.

Conclusion

Gold ETFs have reflected the broader strength in gold prices over the past six months, with most leading funds delivering comparable returns. While performance across schemes remains closely aligned due to similar underlying exposure, differences in expense ratios and fund size may influence investor preferences.

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.

Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.

Published on: Jan 19, 2026, 2:21 PM IST

Neha Dubey

Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.

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