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Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund

Q: What is the NAV of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

As of 30 Sep 2026, the NAV of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is ₹13.01 per unit. NAV (net asset value) is the fund's per-unit price, published once each business day.

Q: What returns has Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund delivered?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund has returned +5.64% over 1 year, +7.13% per year over 3 years and +7.05% per year since inception. Figures beyond one year are annualised (CAGR) and are computed from AMFI NAV history, so they may differ slightly from other portals.

Q: What is the expense ratio of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund charges an expense ratio of 0.32% per year. This annual fee is already deducted from the NAV, so the returns you see are net of it.

Q: What are the top holdings of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund's largest holdings are 7.38% Rajasthan State Development Loans (14/09/2026) (42.7%), 182 Days Tbill (MD 03/09/2026) (15.2%), 7.19% Uttar Pradesh State Development Loans (28/09/2026) (7.6%), 7.17% Rajasthan State Development Loans (28/09/2026) (7.6%) and 7.37% Maharashtra State Development Loans (14/09/2026) (7.6%). Holdings are disclosed monthly and change over time.

Q: How risky is Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is rated moderate on SEBI's risk-o-meter, its trailing-3Y volatility (annualised) is 0.6% and its worst peak-to-trough fall in our sample was -0.3%. Higher volatility means the NAV swings more; the drawdown shows how far it has fallen from a peak historically.

Q: What does the Sharpe ratio of 1.02 mean?

The Sharpe ratio is return earned per unit of total risk, above a 6.5% risk-free rate. Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund's 1.02 means it has rewarded its volatility with excess return. Higher is better.

Q: What is the benchmark of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is benchmarked against the Nifty SDL Sep 2026 Index. Its alpha and beta on this page are measured against that index.

Q: Who manages Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is managed by Aditya Pagaria and Sachin Jain at Axis.

Q: How is Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund taxed?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is a debt / non-equity fund. Since April 2023 there is no long-term or indexation benefit — capital gains are added to your income and taxed at your income-tax slab rate regardless of how long you held the units.

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NAV

₹13.01

+0.03% 1D

as of 30 Sep 2026

This is the Regular plan of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund — bought through a distributor, whose commission is paid out of its expense ratio. Income is retained in the fund, so it shows up as NAV rather than as a payout.

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NAV history

+5.64%absolute

52-week rangePrev NAV ₹13.00

Latest ₹13.01

Low ₹12.31100th percentile of its 52-week rangeHigh ₹13.01

Scorecard

★★★★☆4/5 vs 174 of 373 Index Funds peers

Performance 60%
Risk 15%
Cost 10%
Downside 15%

How this is computed

Each verdict is computed from this fund's own metrics against its sub-category — the number behind it is shown, not a black-box rating. The stars weight the same ground 60/15/10/15 (performance/risk/cost/downside) across every fund in the peer group. Ranked within Index Funds (same plan and option). 174 of the 373 Index Funds in this cohort carry the full record the stars need, so they are the ones ranked against.

PerformanceAverage

3Y CAGR +7.13% · ranks 98 of 174 Index Funds

RiskLow

Volatility 0.6% vs 12.3% category avg

CostLow

0.3% expense vs 1.0% category avg

ConsistencyHigh

100% of rolling 3Y windows were positive

Strengths & concerns

Generated from this fund's own numbers against its sub-category — each point names the figure behind it.

Strengths

Ahead of the Index Funds average on 1M/3M/1Y — 1Y by 6.16pp
Ranks #49 of 322 on 1-year return in its Index Funds cohort
Stronger risk-adjusted returns — Sharpe 1.02 vs 0.33 Index Funds average
Less volatile than its Index Funds peers (0.6% vs 12.3%)
Low expense ratio (0.32%) vs the Index Funds average of 0.96%

Concerns

3-year return (+7.13%) trails the Index Funds average (+8.54%)

Key Metrics

Annual fee charged by the fund, already deducted from NAV

0.32%

Category 0.96%▼0.64%

Portfolio-weighted harmonic mean P/E across the fund's equity holdings

—

Category —

Excess return per unit of total volatility (rf = 6.5%)

1.02

Category 0.33▲0.69

Scheme Info

Definitions

Plan

Regular · Growth

Period before units can be redeemed — 3 years for ELSS, none for most open-ended funds

None

Exit Load

None

Statutory levy on every mutual-fund purchase since 1 Jul 2020 (SEBI / Govt of India) — the same for every scheme

0.005%

SIP Inv.

Allowed

Smallest recurring SIP instalment the scheme accepts

₹1,000

Smallest one-time (lumpsum) investment the scheme accepts

₹5,000

Nifty SDL Sep 2026 Index

Start of our NAV history for this plan. Direct plans begin 1 Jan 2013, so this is the plan's inception — not necessarily the scheme's original launch date.

24 Nov 2022

Period returns (<1Y, absolute — not annualized)

Definitions

Absolute return over the last 1 month (not annualized)

+0.47%

Absolute return over the last 3 months (not annualized)

+1.31%

Absolute return over the last 6 months (not annualized)

+2.84%

Absolute return since 1 Jan of this year (not annualized)

+4.09%

Annualized returns (≥1Y — CAGR)

Definitions

1-year point-to-point return, annualized (CAGR)

+5.64%

3-year annualized return (CAGR)

+7.13%

5-year annualized return (CAGR)

—

10-year annualized return (CAGR)

—

Annualized return (CAGR) since the first NAV we hold for this plan — the Inception date under Key metrics. AMFI's history starts in April 2006, so an older scheme is measured from there.

+7.05%

Advanced metrics — risk

Risk (trailing 3Y)

Definitions

Annualized standard deviation of daily returns

0.62%

Excess return per unit of total volatility (rf = 6.5%)

1.02

Excess return per unit of downside deviation — upside swings aren't penalized (rf = 6.5%)

1.72

Largest peak-to-trough decline over full history

-0.34%

Benchmark ratios

Not shown for Index Funds — a debt, arbitrage or cash-like fund isn't measured against an equity index, so alpha/beta vs one would be noise rather than signal.

Fund vs category average (Index Funds)

Period	Fund	Category avg.	Diff
1M abs	+0.47%	-4.56%	+5.03%
3M abs	+1.31%	-3.00%	+4.31%
6M abs	+2.84%	+5.26%	-2.42%
1Y CAGR	+5.64%	-0.52%	+6.16%
3Y CAGR	+7.13%	+8.54%	-1.41%
5Y CAGR	—	+8.02%	—

Category average across peers in Index Funds (365 of 373 carry a figure for at least one period), same plan and option, excluding this fund. Under-1-year figures are absolute; 1Y and beyond are annualised (CAGR).

Not sure what a figure means? The glossary explains every metric, and the methodology shows the formulas.

Category rank

Vs 373 peers in Index Funds

1Y return

+5.64%

Beats 85% · rank #49

3Y return

+7.13%

Beats 43.9% · rank #98

5Y return

—

Sharpe

1.02

Beats 95.3% · rank #9

Sortino

1.72

Beats 95.9% · rank #8

Backtest this fund

What a SIP or one-time investment would have grown to over this fund’s real NAV history.

Monthly investment (₹)

Period

Invested

₹3.60L

Current value

₹3.96L

Absolute

+9.96%

XIRR

+6.61%

Value vs. invested

ValueInvested

36 monthly installments of ₹10,000 into Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund, valued at the latest NAV. XIRR annualizes for each installment’s timing.

Calendar-year returns

What the fund actually returned in each year, not the smoothed average.

Year	Fund
2026part	+4.09%
2025	+7.54%
2024	+7.96%
2023	+6.83%
2022part	+0.68%

January–December, from this fund's NAV history. Absolute return, not annualised. “part” marks a year the fund didn't run end to end — its first year, the current year so far, or one it stopped reporting in.

History points

941

Expense ratio

0.32%

AUM

₹65.62Cr

YTM (from holdings)

5.30%

Average maturity

15 days

Exit load

NIL

Taxation

Taxed as debt

This is a debt / non-equity fund. Since April 2023 there is no long-term or indexation benefit — every rupee of gain is added to your income and taxed at your income-tax slab rate, whatever the holding period.

Any holding period

30%

Short- and long-term alike

Your income-tax slab — no LTCG or indexation benefit

Your income-tax slab

Pick your slab to see the rate that applies to you.

Applies to capital gains on redemption. Excludes IDCW/dividend tax, STT, surcharge and cess, and pre-2018 equity grandfathering. For research only — consult a tax advisor before filing.

Peer comparison · Index Funds

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Asset allocation

As on 31 Aug 2026 · AMC disclosure

Debt97.12%
Cash & Equivalents2.88%

Cash & cash-like: 15.23% — the 2.88% above plus treasury bills, certificates of deposit, commercial paper and TREPS, which the allocation files under Debt but the market counts as cash-equivalent.

Debt & cash (8)

bonds, treasury bills, CDs, commercial paper and cash

As on 31 Aug 2026 · AMC disclosure

7.38% Rajasthan State Development Loans (14/09/2026)

42.69%

182 Days Tbill (MD 03/09/2026)

15.23%

7.19% Uttar Pradesh State Development Loans (28/09/2026)

7.63%

7.17% Rajasthan State Development Loans (28/09/2026)

7.63%

7.37% Maharashtra State Development Loans (14/09/2026)

7.62%

7.37% Tamilnadu State Development Loans (14/09/2026)

7.62%

8.72% Tamilnadu State Development Loans (19/09/2026)

6.18%

7.16% Maharashtra State Development Loans (28/09/2026)

2.52%

Fund size over time

Quarterly average AUM · AMFI

₹65.62Cr

April - June 2026

-4%

since January - March 2026

−₹3.56Cr

est. net flow, last quarter

At or near its largest, ₹68.26Cr in January - March 2026. Size matters most where the mandate is narrow — a large small-cap or a very large flexi-cap book is harder to move without moving the price.

Net flow is an estimate: AMFI publishes a quarterly average AUM, not a closing balance, and it covers every plan and option of this scheme together, so it is a read on direction and rough size rather than a cash-flow statement.

AMC Profile

Axis Mutual Fund is run by Axis Asset Management, majority-owned by Axis Bank with the UK's Schroders holding the minority stake. It launched its first scheme in 2009 and grew quickly on a growth-oriented, quality-biased equity style.

Launched

03 Sep 2009

Total AUM

₹3,69,030Cr+2.6% QoQ

Avg AUM · April - June 2026

Website

axismf.com

Fund Managers

APAditya PagariaManaging since 22 Nov 2022

Role

Fund Manager - Fixed Income

Education

Bachelor in Management Studies, Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management

Experience

Total number years of experience: 18 years, his last 10 are as follows: • Axis Asset Management Company (Fund Manager 12 Fixed Income) (August 1, 2016 till date) • ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company (Fund Manager Fixed Income) (Nov. 30, 2011 - July 26, 2016) • (Operations)- (May 03, 2007 - Nov. 29, 2011)

Funds managed (17)

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SJSachin JainManaging since 01 Feb 2023

Role

Fund Manager – Fixed Income

Education

PGDM, B.TECH

Experience

Axis Asset Sep 4, 2020 Management - till date Company Ltd. (Fund Manager - Fixed Income) Axis Asset July 11, Management 2017 – Sep Company Ltd. 3, 2020 (Dealer - Fixed Income) Sundaram Asset June 3, Management 2013 – July Company Ltd. 10, 2017 (Trader – Fixed Income) ICAP Ltd. November 9, 2010 (Dealer – Fixed – Income) May 31, 2013 Sundhi Securities November 2, 2009 and Finance Ltd. – (Dealer – Fixed October 29, 2010 Income)

Funds managed (8)

All schemes Sachin Jain runs →

Fund manager, benchmark and dealing terms from this scheme's SEBI-filed Scheme Information Document on AMFI. Each manager's qualifications and role are reconciled across every filing this fund house makes for them, including its Statement of Additional Information. Total AUM via AMFI.

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Fund managers

Aditya Pagaria Sachin Jain

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Frequently asked questions

What is the NAV of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

As of 30 Sep 2026, the NAV of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is ₹13.01 per unit. NAV (net asset value) is the fund's per-unit price, published once each business day.

What returns has Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund delivered?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund has returned +5.64% over 1 year, +7.13% per year over 3 years and +7.05% per year since inception. Figures beyond one year are annualised (CAGR) and are computed from AMFI NAV history, so they may differ slightly from other portals.

What is the expense ratio of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund charges an expense ratio of 0.32% per year. This annual fee is already deducted from the NAV, so the returns you see are net of it.

What are the top holdings of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund's largest holdings are 7.38% Rajasthan State Development Loans (14/09/2026) (42.7%), 182 Days Tbill (MD 03/09/2026) (15.2%), 7.19% Uttar Pradesh State Development Loans (28/09/2026) (7.6%), 7.17% Rajasthan State Development Loans (28/09/2026) (7.6%) and 7.37% Maharashtra State Development Loans (14/09/2026) (7.6%). Holdings are disclosed monthly and change over time.

How risky is Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is rated moderate on SEBI's risk-o-meter, its trailing-3Y volatility (annualised) is 0.6% and its worst peak-to-trough fall in our sample was -0.3%. Higher volatility means the NAV swings more; the drawdown shows how far it has fallen from a peak historically.

What does the Sharpe ratio of 1.02 mean?

The Sharpe ratio is return earned per unit of total risk, above a 6.5% risk-free rate. Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund's 1.02 means it has rewarded its volatility with excess return. Higher is better.

What is the benchmark of Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is benchmarked against the Nifty SDL Sep 2026 Index. Its alpha and beta on this page are measured against that index.

Who manages Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is managed by Aditya Pagaria and Sachin Jain at Axis.

How is Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund taxed?

Axis Nifty SDL September 2026 Debt Index Fund is a debt / non-equity fund. Since April 2023 there is no long-term or indexation benefit — capital gains are added to your income and taxed at your income-tax slab rate regardless of how long you held the units.