Investment Objective and Approach

The scheme seeks to provide investors with opportunities for long-term growth in capital through an active management of investments in a diversified basket of companies following Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria using exclusionary strategy.

The fund aims for long-term capital growth by investing in companies that adhere to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. The fund utilizes an exclusionary approach, which means it excludes certain sectors, companies, or practices that do not meet ESG standards while investing in companies demonstrating sustainable practices.

The fund maintains a minimum investment of 80% of total assets in equity and equity-related instruments of companies following ESG criteria. The fund's performance is primarily benchmarked against the NIFTY 500 TRI with NIFTY 50 TRI serving as an additional benchmark.

Key investment approach highlights:

- Focus on companies with strong environmental, social, and governance practices

- Exclusionary strategy to avoid non-ESG compliant businesses

- Diversified portfolio across multiple sectors and market capitalizations

- Active management approach for optimal risk-adjusted returns

Fund Managers

Rohit Shimpi and Pradeep Kesavan are the current fund managers of this mutual fund. Both managers have extensive experience of 15 years while managing equity and related investments.

Rohit Shimpi, CFA:

Rohit is a Commerce graduate from Mumbai University and has completed his Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDBM) with specialization in Finance from Sydenham Institute of Management Studies. He is also a Charterholder of the CFA Institute, USA. Rohit joined SBI Funds Management Limited in 2006 as an Equity Analyst. He started managing the Offshore Fund in 2011 before moving on to the Portfolio Management Services (PMS) division in 2015. In 2018, Rohit moved to Mutual Funds division and is responsible for fund management and advisory services. Prior to SBIFM, he has been associated with SGA News Ltd (TV18 Group) as a Research Analyst for the firm's flagship financial news channel, CNBC-TV18 and as a Researcher with JP Morgan's offshore research centre.

Pradeep Kesavan, CFA:

Mr. Kesavan has done B.Com, MBA (Finance) and CFA. Prior to joining SBI MF, he has worked with Elara Capital, Accenture Strategy, Morgan Stanley and 3i Infotech. He manages a total AUM of ₹1,64,891.58 Cr across all funds and has 18 years of experience.

About the Fund House (AMC)

SBI Mutual Fund is one of India's leading mutual fund companies and is part of the State Bank of India group, the country's largest banking institution. The AMC has established itself as a pioneer in ESG investing in India.

SBI Magnum Equity ESG Fund is India's first ESG scheme. This demonstrates SBI Mutual Fund's early commitment and expertise in sustainable investing practices.

The fund house manages a total AUM of ₹1,145,315.40 Cr across 249 schemes, making it one of the largest mutual fund companies in India. Mr. Nand Kishore, Deputy Managing Director of State Bank of India (SBI), is on deputation to SBIFML since November 6, 2024, as Managing Director & CEO. Mr. Kishore joined SBI as a Probationary Officer in 1990 and has varied experience of 34 years in major banking verticals.

The AMC's strength lies in:

- Backing of India's largest public sector bank

- Pioneer in ESG investing with extensive research capabilities

- Strong track record in equity fund management

- Comprehensive range of investment solutions across asset classes

Should I Invest in SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

This fund is suitable for investors who:

Investment Suitability:

- Want exposure to sustainable and responsible investing through ESG criteria

- Seek long-term capital appreciation with equity investments

- Prefer diversified equity exposure across sectors following ESG principles

- Are comfortable with equity market volatility and can stay invested for 5+ years

Performance Metrics (as of August 2025):

- Latest NAV: ₹256.8155 (Direct Plan) as of 17-Aug-2025, with five-year annualized return of 18.39%

- The 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns of this fund were -0.99%, 12.12% and 17.21% respectively

- AUM: ₹5,665.84 crore

Risk Considerations:

- The fund is rated Very High risk

- Equity market volatility affects fund performance

- ESG screening may limit investment universe

- Sector concentration risk due to ESG exclusions

Investment Requirements:

- Minimum investment: ₹1,000 for lump sum and ₹500 for SIP

- Exit load of 1% if redeemed within 1 year

The fund is ideal for investors who align their investment goals with sustainable business practices and seek long-term wealth creation through ESG-compliant companies.

FAQs

What is today's NAV of SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

The latest declared NAV is ₹256.8155 for the Direct Plan as of 17-Aug-2025. Regular plan NAV will be slightly lower due to higher expense ratio.

What is the AUM of SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

The fund has an Assets Under Management (AUM) of ₹5,665.84 crore as of August 2025.

What is the expense ratio of SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

The fund has an expense ratio of 1.94% for the regular plan, while the direct plan will have a lower expense ratio.

What are the returns of SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund since inception?

The scheme return performance since launch is 429.52%. The fund has delivered consistent long-term returns since its inception.

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

Minimum SIP Investment is set to ₹500 per month, making it accessible for retail investors.

How do I invest in SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform by completing your KYC, selecting the fund, and making payment via various modes like UPI, net banking, or debit card.

How to start a SIP in SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

Log into your Allvest account, search for the fund, select SIP option, choose investment amount and frequency, then complete the auto-debit mandate setup.

How do I automate an SIP in SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

Set up an auto-debit mandate through Allvest platform by providing bank account details and authorizing automatic monthly deductions for seamless SIP investments.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in SBI ESG Exclusionary Strategy Fund?

Redeeming investments is easy - log into your investment platform, go to the investment section, and place your redemption request. You can also redeem through the AMC website or contact your distributor.