DSP Mutual Fund has launched the DSP Nifty 500 Index Fund, now open for subscription from 19th December 2025 to 05th January 2026. This equity index fund offers very high risk exposure by tracking the Nifty 500 Index, which represents large, mid, and small-cap companies across sectors, providing wide market coverage through a single investment.
Key NFO Details
| Detail | Information |
| Fund Name | DSP Nifty 500 Index Fund |
| NFO Period | 19 Dec 2025 to 05 Jan 2026 |
| Allotment Date | 05 Jan 2026 |
| Category | Equity – Other Equity Index |
| Risk Level | Very High |
| Fund Type | Not specified |
| Minimum Investment | ₹10,000 (lumpsum), ₹3,000 (SIP) |
| Exit Load | 0% |
| Short term capital gains (STCG) | Returns taxed at 20% if you redeem before 1 year |
| Long term capital gains (LTCG) | After 1 year, returns above ₹1.25 lakh in a financial year are taxed at 12.5% |
Investment Objective
| Objective |
| The scheme seeks to generate returns that are commensurate with the performance of the Nifty 500 Index, subject to tracking error. |
How Does This Compare with the Category?
| Time Period | Category Avg. Returns (CAGR) |
| 1 Year | 3.37% |
| 2 Years | 1.14% |
| 3 Years | 5.98% |
| 4 Years | 7.55% |
| 5 Years | 7.62% |
| 7 Years | 8.5% |
| 10 Years | 6.83% |
Top Performing Funds in This Category
| Fund Name | Fund Size | Returns |
| ICICI Prudential Nifty Auto Index Fund | ₹176 Cr | 2,083.56% p.a. (3Y) |
| ICICI Prudential BHARAT 22 FOF | ₹2,453 Cr | 1,951.77% p.a. (3Y) |
| Mirae Asset Nifty India Manufacturing ETF FoF | ₹114 Cr | 1,772.66% p.a. (3Y) |
Should You Invest in This NFO?
| Consider Investing If |
| You want broad-based exposure across small, large and mid-cap stocks. |
| You prefer a passive investment strategy aligned with the Nifty 500 Index. |
| You are comfortable with very high risk and market-linked volatility. |
| Note |
| As an NFO, the fund does not have a performance track record and may be more suitable for informed or long-term investors. |
About DSP Mutual Fund
Fund Managers
| Name |
| Anil Ghelani |
| Diipesh Shah |
Fund House Details
| Detail | Information |
| No. of Schemes | 56 |
| Total AUM | ₹2,12,960 Cr (as of Sep 30, 2025) |
| Address | The Ruby, 25th Floor, 29 Senapati Bapat Marg, Dadar (West), Mumbai – 400028 |
| Phone | +91 22 6657 8000 |
More Funds from DSP Mutual Fund
| Fund Name | AUM | 1Y | 5Y |
| DSP India T.I.G.E.R. Fund | ₹5,419 Cr | -6.67% | 27.89% |
| DSP Small Cap Fund | ₹17,010 Cr | -5.68% | 23.25% |
| DSP Natural Resources and New Energy Fund | ₹1,467 Cr | 10.74% | 22.61% |
| DSP ELSS Tax Saver Fund | ₹17,570 Cr | 4.56% | 20.4% |
| DSP Large & Mid Cap Fund | ₹17,215 Cr | 4.34% | 20.02% |
| DSP Nifty 50 Equal Weight Index Fund | ₹2,390 Cr | 10.35% | 19.05% |
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Final Thoughts
The DSP Nifty 500 Index Fund NFO offers a single-product solution to gain diversified exposure across India’s equity market through the Nifty 500 Index. Investors looking for long-term, passive, and broad-market participation may find this fund relevant, provided they align with its very high risk profile. Review the scheme document carefully before investing.
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