Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth
Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth: Mutual Fund Overview
Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth is an Short Duration mutual fund with over 13.22 years of performance history. The scheme manages an AUM of ₹11859.67 Cr and has a NAV of ₹35.1055. It is rated '5' stars by analysts. Investors can begin a SIP with as little as ₹100.0, making it accessible for all types of investors. In the last 1 year, the fund has delivered a return of 7.27%.
Debt, Short Duration, Principal at moderate risk
1 Year Return 7.27% at 24 Mar 2026 03:28 PM
Fund Details
NAV 35.1055
Sub-Type Short Duration
Rating 5
Min. SIP Amount ₹100.0
Fund Age(Year) 13.22
Fund Size(in Crores) 11859.67
Fund Performance
1 Month -0.1%
3 Month 0.92%
6 Month 2.32%
1 Year 7.27%
3 Year 7.88%
5 Year 6.74%
Know This Fund
As on 24 Mar 2026
Investment strategy that balances risk & reward by dividing the investment portfolio among different types of asset classes.
Equity (0%) Market Cap Top Sectors Top Holding
Debt & Others (100%) Sector Allocation Net Payables -0.38 Mutual Fund 100 Repo 0.38 Debt Credit Ratings Debt Category Others 0.0 SBI Gold ETF 100.0
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Charges & Taxes Expense Ratio
Returns are taxed as per your Income Tax Slab.
Expense Ratio (Inclusive of GST): 0.38%
Exit Load 0%
Stamp Duty 0.005%
Fund Management
The various expenses, charges and taxes associated with your Mutual Fund
Aditya Pagaria
Education Mr. Pagaria is a Bachelor in Management Studies and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from Institute Of Technology And Management, SK Somaiya College.
Experience Prior to joining Axis AMC he was associated with ICICI Prudential AMC (Nov 2011-Jul 2016) as Fund Manager - Fixed Income Operations.
Devang Shah
Education Mr. Shah is B.Com and ACA.
Experience Prior to joining Axis AMC he has worked with ICICI Prudential AMC, Deutsche Asset Management (India) Pvt. Ltd. and Pricewaterhouse Coopers.
Riskometer
Mutual Fund Investments are subject to market risk. Read all scheme related documents carefully.
Principal at moderate risk
AMC and Fund details
Rank (total sets) 9
Date of Incorporation 2013-01-01
Total AUM 366904.0
The Scheme Seeks to generate returns from a portfolio of pure debt oriented funds accessed through the diverse investment styles of underlying schemes selected in accordance with the BSLAMC process.
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Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth FAQs
How to invest in Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
Investing in Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth through Motilal Oswal is simple and completely online. You just need to follow the step-by-step process below to get started in a few minutes.
- Log in to your Motilal Oswal account via the app or website
- Go to the Mutual Funds section
- Search for Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth in the search bar
- Select your preferred investment mode – Lumpsum or SIP
- Enter investment details such as amount and linked bank account
- Complete your KYC, if not already done
- Review and confirm details including fund name, plan type, amount, and bank account
- Make the payment using Net Banking, UPI, or other available options
- Receive transaction confirmation via email or SMS
What is the expense ratio of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
The term expense ratio for Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth or any other mutual fund is the annual fee charged by the fund house for managing your investment scheme. The expense ratio of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth is 0.38% as of 24 Mar 2026.
What is the NAV of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
The NAV of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth is ₹35.1055 as of 24 Mar 2026.
What is the AUM of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
The AUM (Assets Under Management) of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth is the total value of assets managed by the fund at a given time, which is updated regularly. The AUM of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth is ₹11859.67 Cr as of 24 Mar 2026.
What is the PE and PB ratio of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
The PE ratio of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth shows how much investors are paying for the fund's underlying earnings, while the PB ratio indicates how the fund's holdings are valued compared to their book value.
Can I invest in SIP and Lump Sum in Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
Yes, you can invest in Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth through both SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) and lump sum options, depending on your investment preference and financial goals.
What is the return of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth in the last 5 years?
The return of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth in the last 5 years is 6.74%.
What is the minimum SIP investment required in Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
The minimum SIP investment in Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth depends on the fund's scheme rules and usually starts at a small amount. For Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth, the minimum SIP amount is ₹100.0.
What is the current NAV of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
The NAV of Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth, as of 24 Mar 2026, is ₹35.1055.
Who manages the Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth?
The fund managers responsible for Axis Short Duration Fund Direct-Growth are:
- Aditya Pagaria
- Devang Shah