Axis Credit Risk Fund

Axis Credit Risk Fund

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Axis Mutual Fund

Credit Risk

Get the latest NAV of Axis Credit Risk Fund. View historical returns compared to its benchmark and category average. Know which stocks and sectors the fund is investing in. Get an estimate of returns from the SIP and lump sum returns calculator. View detailed holding analysis and peer comparison. Get INDmoney ranking of the fund.

₹25.29

NAV as on 16 Mar 2026

8.28%/per year

Since Inception

Absolute Gain%

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58 people have invested ₹ 59.3L in Axis Credit Risk Fund in the last three months

Axis Credit Risk Fund Performance vs. Credit Risk Index

Fund returns vs Benchmark returns vs Category Average returns as on (16-Mar-26)

The fund has outperformed the benchmark (Credit Risk Index) over 1Y, 3Y, but underperformed over 5Y.

Period
1M
3M
6M
1Y
3Y
5Y
This Fund
0.32%
1.5%
3.84%
9.27%
8.69%
7.66%
Credit Risk Index
0.21%
1.68%
3.24%
8.42%
7.82%
9.07%
Credit Risk Avg
0.21%
1.68%
3.4%
9%
8.99%
9.45%
Best in Credit Risk
1.02%
6.15%
8.14%
20.7%
15.17%
27.55%
Worst in Credit Risk
-0.05%
0.38%
1.79%
6.54%
7.34%
6.51%

Axis Credit Risk Fund Ranking and Peer Comparison

Ranked based on performance, risk management and cost efficiency

3
/8
57% Performance
58% Risk Management
57% Cost

Ranked 3 out of 8 mutual funds in the credit risk category as per INDmoney.

Fund Name
INDmoney Rank
AUM (in Crs.)
Expense Ratio
1Y Returns
3Y Returns
3Y Alpha
3Y Beta
3Y Sharpe
3Y Sortino
3Y Info Ratio
Axis Credit Risk Fund
3/8
367Cr
0.8%
9.27%
8.69%
0.48
0.96
2.65
11.65
1.30
Nippon India Credit Risk Fund
1/7
1,059Cr
0.7%
9.54%
9.28%
0.90
0.97
3.20
17.68
2.92
ICICI Prudential Credit Risk Fund
2/7
5,946Cr
0.76%
9.5%
9.12%
1.00
0.86
2.66
10.02
1.22
SBI Credit Risk Fund
3/7
2,166Cr
0.89%
8.28%
8.8%
0.24
1.13
1.75
8.13
0.55
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Axis Credit Risk Fund Returns Calculator

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Axis Credit Risk Fund Asset Allocation

See fund asset allocation details as on (14-Mar-26)

Fund Distribution

as on (14-Mar-26)

Cash allocation has gone up from 2.4% to 2.8%
Cash allocation has gone up from 2.4% to 2.8%
Debt allocation has gone down from 91.4% to 91.3%
Debt allocation has gone down from 91.4% to 91.3%

Axis Credit Risk Fund Sector Allocation

See fund sector allocation details as on (14-Mar-26)

Sector Allocation

Real Estate
96.9%
Financial Services
3.1%

Top 3 Sectors in February were Corporate, Real Estate & Industrial

Feb'26

Corporate

81%

Industrial

34%

Utilities

25%

Jan'26

Corporate

87%

Real Estate

30%

Industrial

30%

Axis Credit Risk Fund Overview

Get key fund statistics, minimum investment details, AUM, expense ratio, exit load, and tax treatment.

Expense ratio0.8%
Benchmark
IISL NIFTY Credit Risk Bond Index TR INR
AUM₹367 Cr
Inception Date15 July, 2014
Min Lumpsum/SIP₹5,000/₹1,000
Exit Load
1.0%
Lock InNo Lock-in
TurnOver
189.51%
Risk
Risk meter
pointer
High Risk

About Axis Credit Risk Fund

Axis Credit Risk Fund is a debt fund. This fund was started on 15 July, 2014. The fund is managed by Akhil Thakker, Devang Shah. This fund is suitable to keep your money safe.

Key Parameters

  1. Axis Credit Risk Fund has ₹367 Cr worth of assets under management (AUM) as on Mar 2026 and is more than category average.
  2. The fund has an expense ratio 0.8.

Returns

Axis Credit Risk Fund has given a CAGR return of 8.28% since inception. Over the last 1, 3 and 5 years the fund has given a CAGR return of 9.27%, 8.69% and 7.66% respectively.

Holdings

Axis Credit Risk Fund has allocated its funds majorly in Corporate, Industrial, Utilities, Real Estate, Financial Services, Government, Cash Equivalent. Its top holdings are Jubilant Bevco Limited, Jtpm Metal TRaders Limited, Narayana Hrudayalaya Limited, Aditya Birla Renewables Limited, Altius Telecom Infrastructure Trust

Taxation

As it is a credit risk mutual fund the taxation is as follows:
If the fund is debt oriented i.e. asset allocation of more than 65% in debt instruments:
Invested before 1 April 2023 and held for less than 24 months, STCG will be taxed at your income slab rate.
Invested before 1 April 2023 and held for more than 24 months, LTCG will be taxed at 12.5%.
Invested after 1 April 2023, capital gains will be taxed at your income slab rate.
Dividends will always be taxed at slab rate.

Investment objective of Axis Credit Risk Fund

To generate stable returns by investing in debt & money market instruments across the yield curve & credit spectrum. However, there is no assurance or guarantee that the investment objective of the Scheme will be achieved. The Scheme does not assure or guarantee any returns.

Minimum Investment and lockin period

Minimum investment for lump sum payment is INR 5000.00 and for SIP is INR 1000.00. Axis Credit Risk Fund has no lock in period.

Fund Manager

Akhil Thakker

Fund Manager of Axis Credit Risk Fund, since 9 November 2021

Devang Shah

Fund Manager of Axis Credit Risk Fund, since 15 July 2014

Learn more about Axis Mutual Fund
Parameters
Feb'26
Jan'26
Dec'25
AUM
₹ 366.8 Cr
₹ 362.8 Cr
₹ 368 Cr
  • AUM of the fund stands at 366.8 Cr as of Feb'26
  • AUM increased by 4 Cr between Feb'26 and Jan'26

Frequently Asked Questions for Axis Credit Risk Fund

How do I invest in Axis Credit Risk Fund?

INDmoney makes it simple to invest in the Axis Credit Risk Fund. To do so, follow the steps below:
  • Download the INDmoney app.
  • Search for ‘Axis Credit Risk Fund’.
  • Select whether you want to invest in SIP or lump sum.
  • Enter the amount you wish to invest.
  • Set up payments via bank mandate or UPI.

What is the current NAV of Axis Credit Risk Fund?

The NAV of the fund today is ₹25.29. NAV or Net Asset Value is the per unit price of a mutual fund. For example, if the NAV of a fund is ₹10, it means you can get 1000 units of that mutual fund at ₹10,000.

What is the return on the fund?

Axis Credit Risk Fund fund has generated a return of 9.27% in 1 year, 8.69% in 3 years, 7.66% in 5 years.

Who is the fund manager of Axis Credit Risk Fund?

The fund managers are Akhil Thakker, Devang Shah.

What is the exit load of the fund?

The exit load is 1% if redeemed in 0-1 Months. Exit load is a fee levied for ‘exiting’ the fund earlier than a stipulated period, usually 1 year.

What is the expense ratio of the fund?

The expense ratio is 0.80%. The Expense Ratio is a fee charged for managing the fund. This includes commissions, administrative costs etc.

What is the AUM of the fund?

The AUM of the fund is ₹367 Cr. AUM stands for Assets Under Management. It refers to the total assets managed by the fund.

What are the top holdings of Axis Credit Risk Fund?

The top 3 holdings of the fund are Jubilant Bevco Limited(4.44%), Jtpm Metal TRaders Limited(4.26%), Narayana Hrudayalaya Limited(4.12%)