HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option
HDFC
HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option NAV
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HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option overview
HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option is a mutual fund scheme in the Small Cap Fund category, managed by HDFC Mutual Fund. The Direct-Growth plan shown here had a Net Asset Value (NAV) of ₹162.811 as of 12-Aug-2026.
Based on its NAV history, HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option has delivered +4.26% (1 Month), +5.91% (6 Month), +1.42% (1 Year), +15.18% (3 Year). Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Small-cap funds invest mainly in smaller companies with high growth potential but greater volatility. They generally suit investors with a long horizon (7+ years) and a high tolerance for risk.
Because this is a Direct plan, it carries no distributor commission — its expense ratio is lower and its long-term returns are typically higher than the equivalent Regular plan of the same scheme.
Returns
1 Month
+4.26%
6 Month
+5.91%
1 Year
+1.42%
3 Year (CAGR)
+15.18%
Computed from NAV history (Direct-Growth). Past performance is not indicative of future returns.
HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option: strengths and trade-offs
What the data supports
- Has compounded at 15.2% a year over the trailing 3-year period — a strong long-horizon record for a small cap fund.
What to weigh carefully
- The past year (1.4%) has lagged its longer-term average of 15.2% — recent conditions have been less favourable.
Who this may suit
- Investors with a horizon of five years or more who are investing for growth.
- Those who already hold an emergency fund and can leave this money untouched through market falls.
- Those comfortable with a "Very High" risk profile as classified for this category.
- Money you may need within the next two to three years.
These considerations are derived from the figures on this page, not personalised recommendations — your own goals, horizon and tax position should drive any decision. Any single holding should form only part of a diversified portfolio.
Key facts
- Fund house
- HDFC Mutual Fund
- Category
- Small Cap Fund
- Plan
- Direct · Growth
- Risk level
- Very High
- Latest NAV
- ₹162.811
- NAV date
- 12-Aug-2026
- AMFI scheme code
- 130503
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NAV of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option today?
As of 12-Aug-2026, the Net Asset Value (NAV) of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option (Direct-Growth plan) is ₹162.811. NAV is declared once per business day by the fund house.
What are the historical returns of HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option?
Based on NAV history, HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option has delivered 1 Month +4.26%, 6 Month +5.91%, 1 Year +1.42%, 3 Year +15.18%. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Which category does HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option belong to?
HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option is a Small Cap Fund scheme managed by HDFC Mutual Fund.
What is the difference between the Direct and Regular plan?
The Direct plan shown here has a lower expense ratio because it carries no distributor commission, so its NAV and long-term returns are typically higher than the Regular plan of the same fund.
How can I invest in HDFC Small Cap Fund - Growth Option?
You can invest via SIP or lumpsum through any SEBI-registered platform or directly with HDFC Mutual Fund. Use MoneyDock's free SIP and lumpsum calculators to estimate your potential returns first.
NAV data sourced from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) daily NAV file. Returns, volatility and drawdown are computed by MoneyDock from that published NAV history for the Direct-Growth plan. For informational purposes only — not investment advice. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks; read all scheme-related documents carefully.