ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund
This is the Regular plan of ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund — bought through a distributor, whose commission is paid out of its expense ratio. Income is distributed, which is why this NAV sits below the growth plan of the same fund.
Performance
Key Metrics
Scheme Info
DefinitionsPeriod returns (<1Y, absolute — not annualized)
DefinitionsAnnualized returns (≥1Y — CAGR)
DefinitionsAdvanced metrics — risk and benchmark ratios
Risk (trailing 3Y)
DefinitionsBenchmark ratios (vs Nifty 50 · 36 monthly returns)
DefinitionsComputed vs the Nifty 50 price index — the closest match to this fund's mandate. Needs ~3 years of history; a low R² means the fund tracks the index loosely.
Fund vs category average (Balanced Hybrid Fund)
| Period | Fund | Category avg. | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1M abs | +1.50% | — | — |
| 3M abs | — | — | — |
| 6M abs | — | — | — |
| 1Y CAGR | — | — | — |
| 3Y CAGR | — | — | — |
| 5Y CAGR | — | — | — |
Category average across peers in Balanced Hybrid Fund (up to 1 funds with data), same plan and option, excluding this fund. Under-1-year figures are absolute; 1Y and beyond are annualised (CAGR).
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What a SIP or one-time investment would have grown to over this fund’s real NAV history.
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1 monthly installments of ₹10,000 into ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund, valued at the latest NAV. XIRR annualizes for each installment’s timing.
Taxation
Taxed as non-equityThis is a non-equity fund — a fund-of-funds, gold/silver, international or balanced-hybrid scheme. It isn't equity-oriented, but since FY 2025-26 it's no longer taxed like a pure-debt fund either: gains held over 2 years get the 12.5% long-term rate; shorter holdings are taxed at your income-tax slab rate.
Added to your income at your slab rate
No indexation, no ₹1.25 L exemption
Sets the short-term (slab-rate) figure above.
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.
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Returns and risk are computed from NAV history and may differ slightly from other portals due to methodology (rolling vs point-to-point, dividend treatment). For research only — not investment advice.
About Hybrid funds
Hybrid funds mix equity and debt in one portfolio. The bond portion cushions falls, offering a middle path between the growth of equity and the stability of debt.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAV of ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund?
As of 20 Aug 2026, the NAV of ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund is ₹10.15 per unit. NAV (net asset value) is the fund's per-unit price, published once each business day.
What returns has ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund delivered?
ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund has returned +1.50% 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 ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund?
ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund charges an expense ratio of 3.72% per year. This annual fee is already deducted from the NAV, so the returns you see are net of it.
How risky is ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund?
It is rated moderately high on SEBI's risk-o-meter and its worst peak-to-trough fall in our sample was -1.1%. Higher volatility means the NAV swings more; the drawdown shows how far it has fallen from a peak historically.
What is the benchmark of ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund?
ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund is benchmarked against the AMFI Tier I benchmark - CRISIL Hybrid 50+50 – Moderate Index. Its alpha and beta on this page are measured against that index.
Who manages ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund?
ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund is managed by Akhil Kakkar at ICICI Prudential.
How is ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund taxed?
ICICI Prudential Balanced Hybrid Fund is a non-equity fund (a fund-of-funds, gold, international or balanced-hybrid scheme). Since FY 2025-26 it's no longer taxed like a pure-debt fund: gains on units held more than 2 years are long-term, taxed at 12.5% (no indexation, no ₹1.25 lakh exemption); units held 2 years or less are taxed at your income-tax slab rate.