Axis Mutual Fund has launched a new index scheme — Axis Nifty500 Quality 50 Index Fund, now open for subscription from 21st August to 4th September 2025. With a very high-risk profile, this NFO aims to provide returns that replicate the performance of the Nifty500 Quality 50 Index, subject to tracking errors.
Key NFO Details
| Details | Information |
| Fund Name | Axis Nifty500 Quality 50 Index Fund (Direct – Growth) |
| NFO Period | 21 August 2025 to 4 September 2025 |
| Allotment Date | 10 September 2025 |
| Category | Equity – Other Equity Index |
| Risk Level | Very High |
| Fund Type | Open-ended |
| Benchmark | Nifty500 Quality 50 TRI |
| Minimum Investment | ₹1,000 (lumpsum), ₹500 (SIP) |
| Exit Load | Exit load of 0.25%, if redeemed within 15 days |
| Short-term capital gains (STCG) | Returns are 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
The scheme seeks to generate returns that correspond to the performance of the Nifty500 Quality 50 Index, before expenses, subject to tracking errors.
How Does This Compare with the Category?
| Time Period | Category Avg. Returns (CAGR) |
| 1 Year | 1.80% |
| 3 Years | 10.10% |
| 5 Years | 11.60% |
| 7 Years | 10.19% |
| 10 Years | 10.12% |
| 15 Years | 6.12% |
| Since Inception | 6.09% |
Should You Invest in This NFO?
Investing in an NFO makes sense if:
• You are looking for exposure to a quality-driven index with a focus on top-quality stocks from the Nifty500 universe.
• You are comfortable with very high risk and the volatility associated with index investing.
• You believe in the long-term growth prospects of the top-quality companies in the Nifty500.
However, NFOs have no historical performance data, making them more suitable for informed investors with a higher risk tolerance.
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About Axis Mutual Fund
| Details | Information |
| Total AUM | ₹3,37,399 Cr (as on June 30, 2025) |
| Number of Schemes | 68 |
Some of their other key equity funds include:
| Fund Name | AUM (₹ Cr) | 1Y Return | 5Y CAGR |
| Axis Small Cap Fund | 26,143 | 3.25% | 28.40% |
| Axis Midcap Fund | 31,384 | 3.94% | 23.79% |
| Axis Large & Mid Cap Fund | 14,805 | 2.56% | 22.92% |
| Axis Nifty 100 Index Fund | 1,918 | 0.34% | 18.34% |
| Axis Flexi Cap Fund | 13,084 | 5.38% | 18.32% |
| Axis ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 35,172 | 3.38% | 16.60% |
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking to invest in a quality-focused index fund that tracks the Nifty500 Quality 50 Index, the Axis Nifty500 Quality 50 Index Fund NFO could be a suitable option.
Before investing, review the scheme document carefully to ensure it fits your investment goals and risk tolerance.
