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Top investment funds

There is no single best mutual fund for every investor.

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There is no single best mutual fund for every investor. Start with the goal, time available and loss you can tolerate, then compare schemes within a suitable category. A recent return ranking can identify funds to investigate, but it cannot establish the best future performer or the right allocation for you.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSCompare mutual funds Compare the same plan and option over matching dates, then inspect risk and holdings alongside returns.
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Most famous mutual funds

Indian investors can research India-domiciled schemes with overseas exposure, but a US-focused fund is not automatically a broad global portfolio.

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Indian investors can research India-domiciled schemes with overseas exposure, but a US-focused fund is not automatically a broad global portfolio. Check the benchmark, countries, sectors, currency exposure, costs and current subscription notice. Availability and tax treatment can differ between domestic equity funds, overseas funds and directly held foreign securities.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSFind and research a scheme Search the full scheme name, then check the plan, option and data date. This research view does not show your private folio or order status.
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List of best mutual funds

There is no single best mutual fund for every investor.

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There is no single best mutual fund for every investor. Start with the goal, time available and loss you can tolerate, then compare schemes within a suitable category. A recent return ranking can identify funds to investigate, but it cannot establish the best future performer or the right allocation for you.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSCompare mutual funds Compare the same plan and option over matching dates, then inspect risk and holdings alongside returns.
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Top 10 best mutual funds in India

There is no single best mutual fund for every investor.

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There is no single best mutual fund for every investor. Start with the goal, time available and loss you can tolerate, then compare schemes within a suitable category. A recent return ranking can identify funds to investigate, but it cannot establish the best future performer or the right allocation for you.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSCompare mutual funds Compare the same plan and option over matching dates, then inspect risk and holdings alongside returns.
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Leading mutual funds

There is no single best mutual fund for every investor.

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There is no single best mutual fund for every investor. Start with the goal, time available and loss you can tolerate, then compare schemes within a suitable category. A recent return ranking can identify funds to investigate, but it cannot establish the best future performer or the right allocation for you.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSCompare mutual funds Compare the same plan and option over matching dates, then inspect risk and holdings alongside returns.
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Top 5 global mutual funds India

Indian investors can research India-domiciled schemes with overseas exposure, but a US-focused fund is not automatically a broad global portfolio.

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Indian investors can research India-domiciled schemes with overseas exposure, but a US-focused fund is not automatically a broad global portfolio. Check the benchmark, countries, sectors, currency exposure, costs and current subscription notice. Availability and tax treatment can differ between domestic equity funds, overseas funds and directly held foreign securities.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSFind and research a scheme Search the full scheme name, then check the plan, option and data date. This research view does not show your private folio or order status.
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Crisil rank 1 mutual funds

A five-star or rank-one label is meaningful only within the rating provider’s methodology, category and review date.

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A five-star or rank-one label is meaningful only within the rating provider’s methodology, category and review date. It is not a regulator’s approval or a guarantee of future return. Read the underlying costs, risk and portfolio, and check whether the label still applies to the exact scheme and plan you are researching.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSCompare mutual funds Compare the same plan and option over matching dates, then inspect risk and holdings alongside returns.
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Top equity mutual funds

There is no single best mutual fund for every investor.

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There is no single best mutual fund for every investor. Start with the goal, time available and loss you can tolerate, then compare schemes within a suitable category. A recent return ranking can identify funds to investigate, but it cannot establish the best future performer or the right allocation for you.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSCompare mutual funds Compare the same plan and option over matching dates, then inspect risk and holdings alongside returns.
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Highest cagr mutual funds

Highest historical return depends on the category, plan, option, end date and period being ranked.

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Highest historical return depends on the category, plan, option, end date and period being ranked. A ten-year CAGR is different from a ten-year SIP XIRR. Use a dated, like-for-like comparison and inspect downside risk before interpreting a leader. No published historical rank determines which fund will deliver the highest future return.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSReturns by category Choose a category, plan and observation period. The return order is historical arithmetic, not a recommendation or expected return.
Fund fundamentals2 min

Mutual fund with highest AUM

To identify the largest fund houses, compare the same dated AMFI AUM or average-AUM disclosure.

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To identify the largest fund houses, compare the same dated AMFI AUM or average-AUM disclosure. Month-end assets and quarterly average assets are different measures. Size describes money managed, not the best scheme for your goal, a guaranteed return or the number of unique investors. Do not turn an unsourced “top AMC” list into a ranking.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSFund-house directory Find a fund house and open its tracked scheme range. Scheme coverage on this site is different from the regulator’s complete registration register.
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Which mutual funds have the highest returns over the last 10 years in India?

Highest historical return depends on the category, plan, option, end date and period being ranked.

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Highest historical return depends on the category, plan, option, end date and period being ranked. A ten-year CAGR is different from a ten-year SIP XIRR. Use a dated, like-for-like comparison and inspect downside risk before interpreting a leader. No published historical rank determines which fund will deliver the highest future return.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSReturns by category Choose a category, plan and observation period. The return order is historical arithmetic, not a recommendation or expected return.
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What are the best mutual funds to invest in India this year?

There is no single best mutual fund for every investor.

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There is no single best mutual fund for every investor. Start with the goal, time available and loss you can tolerate, then compare schemes within a suitable category. A recent return ranking can identify funds to investigate, but it cannot establish the best future performer or the right allocation for you.

TRY IT WITH YOUR INPUTSCompare mutual funds Compare the same plan and option over matching dates, then inspect risk and holdings alongside returns.
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