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HDFC Innovation Fund
Thematic-InnovationRank #3
Not Rated
NAV (2026-09-11)
₹11.88
AUM
₹3,188.93 Cr
Exp. Ratio: 2.09%
RISK LEVEL
Very High
Returns & Performance
1 Year15.80%7.30% vs cat avgRank #2
3 Year----
5 Year----
Since Launch16.07%2.20% vs cat avg
Fund vs Category Average
1Y
15.80%+7.30%
Pros & Cons
Pros
✔Outperforms category avg on 1Y returns
✔No lock-in period
✔Top-5 ranked in category for 1Y (#2)
✔Overall top-10 rank in category (#3)
Cons
✖3Y returns below category average
✖Higher expense ratio (2.09%)
✖Returns since launch below category avg
ISININF179KC1JL3
NAV₹11.88
NAV Date2026-09-11
AUM₹3,188.93 Cr
Expense Ratio2.09%
RiskVery High
RatingNot Rated / 5
Min SIP Amount₹100
Max SIP Amount₹999999999
Min Additional Inv.₹100
SIP AllowedYes
Plan TypeRegular
Plan OptionGrowth
Is NFONo
Fund House Incorp.1999-12-10
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The scheme seeks to generate long-term capital appreciation / income by investing in companies that are adopting innovative themes and strategies. There is no assurance that the investment objective of the scheme will be achieved.
Exit Load--
Stamp duty on investment0.005% (from July 1st, 2020)
Tax implicationsIf you redeem within one year, your returns will be taxed at 20%. For redemptions after one year, returns exceeding ₹1.25 lakh in a financial year will be taxed at 12.5%.
Dhruv Muchhal
Mr. Dhruv has done B.Com, CA and CFA
Prior to joining HDFC MF,he has worked with Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd., Goldman Sachs, CRISIL Global Research & Analytics and Deloitte Haskins & Sells
Common questions about this fund, answered from scheme data
The latest Net Asset Value (NAV) of HDFC Innovation Fund is ₹11.88 as of 2026-09-11.
HDFC Innovation Fund is classified as a Thematic-Innovation fund.
HDFC Innovation Fund is managed by HDFC Mutual Fund.
The Assets Under Management (AUM) of HDFC Innovation Fund is ₹3,188.93 Cr.
The expense ratio of HDFC Innovation Fund is 2.09%.
HDFC Innovation Fund is managed by Dhruv Muchhal.
The minimum SIP investment for HDFC Innovation Fund is ₹100.
As per the SEBI Riskometer, HDFC Innovation Fund carries a Very High risk level.
HDFC Innovation Fund has delivered 15.8% (1Y), 0% (3Y) and 0% (5Y) annualised returns as of 2026-09-11.
HDFC Innovation Fund was launched on 1999-12-10.
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There is no separate brokerage on mutual fund units. The AMC charges an expense ratio, which is already reflected in the NAV. An exit load may apply if you redeem before the specified period.
Mutual fund NAVs are declared once per business day after market close, in line with SEBI norms.
The FAQs above are generated from data provided by the AMC and are for educational purposes only. They do not constitute financial advice, buy/sell recommendations, or return guarantees. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks — read all scheme-related documents carefully before investing. Past performance is not indicative of future returns.
