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Invest in HDFC Large Cap Fund Direct Growth. Get latest NAV, performance, returns, AUM details & fund manager information. Start SIP with just ₹100. Expert analysis & FAQs.

HDFC Large Cap Fund Direct Growth - Investment Analysis

Investment Objective and Approach

The HDFC Large Cap Fund seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing predominantly in Large-Cap companies. The fund maintains a minimum exposure of 80% to Large Cap stocks, as defined by SEBI, which currently are the 100 largest companies in India in terms of full market capitalization.

Key investment principles include:

- Focus on Quality: Large cap companies are generally well-established businesses that have been in operation for a longer period and are well positioned to absorb business pressures across various market cycles. Due to their size, they also benefit from economies of scale

- Diversification Strategy: The Scheme will remain diversified across key sectors and economic variables

- Conservative Equity Approach: Compared to those that invest in smaller companies, such funds tend to fall less when stock prices fall. Therefore, they are more suited to conservative equity investors

Fund Managers

Current Fund Manager: Prashant Jain is the Current Fund Manager of HDFC Large Cap Fund Direct Growth fund

Prashant Jain's Background:

- B.Tech degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur and a PGDM degree from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from AIMR

- Joined HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd. as the Head of Equities in 2003. He became the Chief Investment Officer, Executive Director, and Fund Manager in 2004

- He has 31 years of investment management experience

Co-Fund Manager: Mr. Dhruv Muchhal - Equity Analyst and Fund Manager for Overseas Investments

About HDFC Asset Management Company

HDFC Asset Management Company is one of India's leading mutual fund houses with a rich legacy in investment management. During Prashant Jain's tenure from 2004 to 2022, HDFC Mutual Fund's assets grew from approximately Rs.3000 crore to approximately Rs. 4,40,000 crore.

Key Highlights:

- Established presence with decades of experience in equity fund management

- Strong research capabilities and investment processes

- Wide distribution network across India

- Multiple award-winning fund management track record

Should I Invest in HDFC Large Cap Fund?

This fund may be suitable for you if:

- Long-term Investment Horizon: Do not invest in this, or any other large-cap fund, if you need to redeem your investment in less than five years

- Conservative Equity Investor: This is a fund that invests in big companies. Compared to those that invest in smaller companies, such funds tend to fall less when stock prices fall. Therefore, they are more suited to conservative equity investors

- Systematic Investment Approach: Like for all equity funds, you must invest only through the SIP route

Expected Returns: When you invest for five years or more, you can expect gains that comfortably beat the inflation rate as well as returns of fixed income options

Risk Consideration: The HDFC Large Cap Fund Direct Growth is rated Very High risk

Performance: Over the past five years, HDFC Large Cap Fund - Direct Plan has delivered an annualised return of 26.32% as of 18-May-2025

Key Fund Details (as of August 22, 2025):

- Asset Under Management: ₹8,65,702 Crore

- Latest NAV: ₹1,230.22

- Minimum SIP Investment: ₹100 and Minimum Lumpsum Investment: ₹100

- Exit load of 1% if redeemed within 1 year

FAQs

What is today's NAV of HDFC Large Cap Fund?

The Latest NAV as of 22 Aug 2025 is ₹1,230.22. NAV is updated daily after market hours.

What is the AUM of HDFC Large Cap Fund?

The fund currently has an Asset Under Management(AUM) of ₹8,65,702 Cr as of August 22, 2025.

What is the expense ratio of HDFC Large Cap Fund?

The expense ratio varies between direct and regular plans. Direct plans have lower expense ratios as they don't include distributor commissions.

What are the returns of HDFC Large Cap Fund since inception?

This scheme was made available to investors on 10 Dec 1999. Over the past five years, the fund has delivered an annualised return of 26.32% as of 18-May-2025.

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in HDFC Large Cap Fund?

The minimum SIP investment is ₹100.

How do I invest in HDFC Large Cap Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform, HDFC Mutual Fund website, or authorized distributors. Both SIP and lump sum options are available.

How to start a SIP in HDFC Large Cap Fund?

Register on Allvest platform, complete KYC, select HDFC Large Cap Fund, choose SIP amount (minimum ₹100) and frequency, set up auto-debit mandate.

How do I automate an SIP in HDFC Large Cap Fund?

Set up an auto-debit mandate through Allvest platform or your bank. This automatically deducts the SIP amount from your account on the chosen date.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in HDFC Large Cap Fund?

You can redeem through Allvest platform, HDFC website, or submit redemption forms. Exit load of 1% applies if redeemed within 1 year.