Mutual funds: Let’s just consider you found a fund that has a solid track record of returns with an excessive expense ratio. Rarely would these high returns justify the high management fees. Instead, they would eat up your returns, and the decline would become apparent over time. To find out which fund to choose comes down to straightforward arithmetic. On that note, we bring to you some of the mutual funds with a low expense ratio. Check if you hold any of them in your portfolio.
What is an expense ratio?
The expense ratio in mutual funds is the annual fee charged by the fund to manage your investment. Expressed as a percentage, it covers the operational costs of managing the fund, including fund management, administrative services, and other associated expenses. This fee is deducted from the fund’s assets, reducing the overall return on your investment.
Bandhan Aggressive Hybrid Passive FoF – Direct Plan
SBI Nifty Index Fund – Direct Plan
ICICI Prudential Nifty 50 Index Fund – Direct Plan
HDFC NIFTY 50 Index Fund – Direct Plan
AUM: Rs 20,437 Cr (As on 31-Jan-2026)
NAV: Rs 236.7297 (As on 17-Apr-2026)
Expense Ratio: 0.20% (As on 31-Mar-2026)
(Disclaimer: The above article is meant for informational purposes only, and should not be considered as any investment advice. ET NOW DIGITAL suggests its readers/audience to consult their financial advisors before making any money related decisions.)
