Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth

Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth

Debt

Axis Mutual Fund

Government Bond

Get the latest NAV of Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth. 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.

₹27.22

NAV as on 27 Jun 2025

7.79%/per year

Since Inception

Absolute Gain%

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109 people have invested ₹ 61.6L in Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth in the last three months

Fund Performance

as on (27-Jun-25)

Period
This Fund
Government Bond Index
1 Month
-1.35%
-1.36%
3 Months
1.82%
1.84%
6 Months
4.77%
4.36%
1 Year
9.28%
8.52%
3 Years
8.66%
7.83%
5 Years
6.67%
5.62%

Peer comparison

Fund Name
INDmoney Rank
AUM (in Crs.)
Expense Ratio
1Y Returns
3Y Returns
Inception Returns
Axis Gilt Fund
3/16
753Cr
0.41%
9.28%
8.66%
7.79%
ICICI Prudential Gilt Fund Direct Growth
1/16
7,347Cr
0.56%
10.11%
9.5%
8.76%
SBI Magnum Gilt Fund Direct Growth
2/16
12,573Cr
0.46%
8.5%
8.67%
9.27%
DSP Gilt Fund Direct Growth
4/16
1,904Cr
0.57%
8.07%
8.65%
8.3%
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Axis Gilt Fund Asset Allocation

See fund asset allocation details as on (14-Jun-25)

Fund Distribution

as on (14-Jun-25)

Debt & Cash 100%

AAA
100%
Cash allocation has gone up from 2.6% to 17.4%
Cash allocation has gone up from 2.6% to 17.4%
Debt allocation has gone down from 97.4% to 82.6%
Debt allocation has gone down from 97.4% to 82.6%

Axis Gilt Fund Sector Allocation

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Sector Allocation

Debt & Cash 100%

Government
87.7%
Cash Equivalent
12.3%

Top Sector in May was Government

May'25

Government

83%

Apr'25

Government

97%

Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth Overview

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

Expense ratio0.41%
Benchmark
NIFTY All Duration G-Sec TR INR
AUM₹753 Cr
Inception Date1 January, 2013
Min Lumpsum/SIP₹5000/₹1000
Exit Load0%
Lock InNo Lock-in
TurnOver
839.56%
STCGSelling mutual fund within 36 months, gains taxed at slab rates.
LTCGHolding over 3 years, gains taxed at slab rates without indexation.
Risk
Risk meter
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Moderate Risk

About Axis Gilt Fund

Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth is a debt fund. This fund was started on 1 January, 2013. The fund is managed by Devang Shah, Sachin Jain. This fund is suitable to keep your money safe.

Key Parameters

  1. Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth has ₹753 Cr worth of assets under management (AUM) as on Jun 2025 and is more than category average.
  2. The fund has an expense ratio 0.4.

Returns

Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth has given a CAGR return of 7.79% since inception. Over the last 1, 3 and 5 years the fund has given a CAGR return of 9.28%, 8.66% and 6.67% respectively.

Holdings

Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth has allocated its funds majorly in Government, Cash Equivalent. Its top holdings are 7.18% Govt Stock 2033, 7.34% Govt Stock 2064, 182 Days Tbill, 6.79% Govt Stock 2034, 7.1% Govt Stock 2034

Taxation

As it is a government bond 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 Gilt Fund Direct Growth

The Scheme will aim to generate credit risk-free returns through investments in sovereign securities issued by the Central Government and/or State Government.

Minimum Investment and lockin period

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

Fund Manager

Devang Shah

Fund Manager of Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth, since 5 November 2012

Sachin Jain

Fund Manager of Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth, since 1 February 2023

Learn more about Axis Mutual Fund
Parameters
May'25
Apr'25
Mar'25
AUM
₹ 770.1 Cr
₹ 836 Cr
₹ 868.4 Cr
  • AUM of the fund stands at 770.1 Cr as of May'25
  • AUM decreased by 65.9 Cr between May'25 and Apr'25

Frequently Asked Questions for Axis Gilt Fund Direct Growth

How do I invest in Axis Gilt Fund?

INDmoney makes it simple to invest in the Axis Gilt Fund. To do so, follow the steps below:
  • Download the INDmoney app.
  • Search for ‘Axis Gilt 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 Gilt Fund?

The NAV of the fund today is ₹27.22. 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 Gilt Fund fund has generated a return of 9.28% in 1 year, 8.66% in 3 years, 6.67% in 5 years.

Who is the fund manager of Axis Gilt Fund?

The fund managers are Devang Shah, Sachin Jain.

What is the exit load of the fund?

The exit load is . 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 0.41%. 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 ₹753 Cr. AUM stands for Assets Under Management. It refers to the total assets managed by the fund.

What are the top holdings of Axis Gilt Fund?

The top 3 holdings of the fund are 7.18% Govt Stock 2033(31.67%), 7.34% Govt Stock 2064(22.67%), 182 Days Tbill(9.83%)