Investment Objective and Approach

The scheme aims to generate capital appreciation by investing predominantly in equity shares with growth potential. The secondary objective is to give dividend and other income. The investment objective of the scheme is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in shares of companies that will typically be included in the BSE 200 Index and are in a position to benefit from the anticipated growth and development of the Indian economy and its markets.

The fund follows a value investing approach with specific characteristics:

- Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund is an elss that follows a value style of investing. moreover, it adopts a bottom-up in the stock selection process, holds cash when stocks are overvalued (no derivatives, no hedging), and has a low portfolio turnover ratio.

- Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund is an ELSS investment that follows a value style of investment and invests with a long term perspective. It has a well-balanced and diversified portfolio chosen after bottom-up stock selection.

- Primary benchmark: BSE 200 TRI (changed from BSE Sensex TRI in February 2020)

Key features include:

- Tax saving benefits under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act (up to ₹1.5 lakh annually)

- 3-year lock-in period (shortest among 80C options)

- Minimum SIP Investment is set to ₹500. Minimum Lumpsum Investment is ₹500.

Fund Managers

The fund management varies between different platforms. According to the latest information:

- From Groww (as of August 2025): Sanjeev Sharma, Shamil Mehra is the Current Fund Manager of Quant ELSS Tax Saver Fund Direct Growth fund.

- Other sources indicate different managers including George Thomas, Christy Mathai, and Ketan Gujarathi for the regular plan

The fund managers bring extensive experience in equity research and portfolio management, focusing on value-oriented stock selection and disciplined investment processes.

About the Fund House (AMC)

Quantum Mutual Fund has a unique heritage in the Indian mutual fund industry. Quantum Mutual Fund was launched in 2006 as India's first direct to investor AMC. The sponsor of the AMC, Quantum Advisors Private Limited, was founded by Ajit Dayal in 1990 as India's first institutional equity research house.

Key milestones and distinctions:

- Notably, in 2006, it became the first to benchmark its schemes' performance against total return indices, a practice later mandated for the entire mutual fund industry by the markets regulator in 2018.

- Quantum Mutual Fund also holds the distinction of being the first to introduce a zero upfront commission to distributors and develop a platform enabling investors to directly invest with the fund house.

The AMC follows a philosophy of transparent investing, with a focus on long-term wealth creation through disciplined value investing principles. Their approach emphasizes patience, research-driven stock selection, and maintaining cash positions when attractive opportunities are scarce.

Should I Invest in Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

This fund may be suitable if you:

Ideal Investor Profile:

- If you have a high-risk appetite and are young, have time to your advantage & are looking to address long-term financial goals, and do not mind investing in equity with patience and discipline, then investing in Equity Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS) is a worthwhile option for you.

- Have a minimum investment horizon of 5+ years (despite 3-year lock-in)

- Want to combine wealth creation with tax savings

- Prefer value investing approach over growth or momentum strategies

Key Benefits:

- ELSS has the least lock-in of 3 years compared to other tax-saving investment avenues, such as the Public Provident Fund (PPF), National Pension System (NPS), National Savings Certificate, ULIPs, 5-Year Tax Saver Bank FD, etc.

- Tax deduction up to ₹1.5 lakh under Section 80C

- You could get the most of your money (with dominant exposure to equities, potentially better post-tax returns than most other tax-saving avenues).

Important Considerations:

- Warning: Do not invest in this, or any other ELSS, if you need to redeem your investment in less than five years.

- It is suggested that you should stay invested in ELSS funds for longer than 5 years. Since ELSS invests in equities, its equity exposure requires you to have a longer investment horizon, so that the impact of market movements is reduced.

Recent Performance Indicators (as of August 2025):

- The fund currently has an Asset Under Management(AUM) of ₹99,091 Cr and the Latest NAV as of 22 Aug 2025 is ₹400.86.

- The expense ratio of Quant ELSS Tax Saver Fund Plan is 0.58 as of 8th August 2025.

FAQs

What is today's NAV of Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

The NAV changes daily based on market conditions. You can check the latest NAV on Allvest's platform or the fund house website for real-time updates.

What is the AUM of Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

The fund currently has an Asset Under Management(AUM) of ₹99,091 Cr as of 22 Aug 2025.

What is the expense ratio of Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

The expense ratio of Quant ELSS Tax Saver Fund Plan is 0.58 as of 8th August 2025.

What are the returns of Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund since inception?

Returns vary by plan and time period. The direct plan has delivered competitive long-term returns, with the fund showing strong performance over 5+ year periods due to its value investing approach.

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

Minimum SIP Investment is set to ₹500. This makes it accessible for retail investors to start their tax-saving journey.

How do I invest in Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform, which provides a seamless online investment experience. Alternatively, you can invest directly through the fund house website or via registered distributors.

How to start a SIP in Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

Log into your Allvest account, select the fund, choose SIP option, set your monthly amount (minimum ₹500), select start date, and complete the mandate setup for auto-debit.

How do I automate an SIP in Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

Set up a bank mandate through Allvest's platform which will automatically deduct your SIP amount monthly. Ensure sufficient balance in your linked bank account for uninterrupted investments.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in Quantum ELSS Tax Saver Fund?

Please note that your investments in this fund (like all ELSS funds) are subject to a lock-in period of 3 years. After the lock-in period, you can redeem through Allvest's platform or contact customer service for assistance.