Investment Objective and Approach

The scheme shall seek to generate long term capital appreciation by investing in equity and equity related instruments by following a quantitative investment theme. The UTI Quant Fund employs a "integrated investing" strategy that blends the Factor Allocation Model and the proprietary Score Alpha model.

Key Investment Features:

- Asset Allocation: Based on the quantitative theme, the fund will allocate 80–100% of its assets to equities and equity-related securities, 0–20% to equity instruments that do not match the theme, 0–20% to debt and money market instruments, and 0–10% to REITs and InvITs.

- Investment Philosophy: The fund makes methodical, research-based equity investments with the goal of generating long-term capital growth.

- Benchmark: The fund will be managed by seasoned fund managers Sharwan Kumar Goyal and Deepesh Agarwal, and it will be benchmarked on the BSE 200 TRI.

The fund follows a systematic approach using quantitative models to identify investment opportunities while maintaining a disciplined risk management framework.

Fund Managers

Sharwan Kumar Goyal - Lead Fund Manager

Sharwan Kumar Goyal is the Current Fund Manager of UTI Quant Fund Direct Growth fund. Mr.Goyal is B.Com, CFA and MMS. He began his career with UTI in June 2006 and has 15 years of overall experience in Risk / Fund management. Mr. Goyal is a Post-Graduate in Management from the Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research.

Deepesh Agarwal - Co-Fund Manager

Mr. Agarwal is B.Com, C.A and CFA. Prior to joining UTI Mutual Fund, he has worked with Ambit Capital, Hexaware Technologies, Mahajan & Aibara and MVK Associates.

Both fund managers bring extensive experience in equity research, portfolio management, and quantitative analysis to the fund's investment strategy.

About the Fund House (UTI AMC)

UTI Asset Management Company stands as one of India's oldest and most respected fund houses. UTI Mutual Fund was launched by the Government of India in 1963, and it is one of the oldest mutual fund companies in India. The Unit Trust of India (UTI), first mutual fund in India, was set up by an Act of Parliament in 1963.

Key Milestones:

- In 1964, UTI launched its first investment scheme Unit Scheme-1964 initially RBI had the regulatory and administrative control.

- It was the first to offer a Unit Linked Insurance Plan or ULIP in 1971 with added life and accident cover.

- It also reached another milestone in 1986 with what was India's first Offshore fund, called simply the 'India Fund.'

Current Status:

- 3,52,592 Cr as on 31, Dec 2024. (Total UTI AMC AUM)

- It also manages pension funds in India and currently has an investor base of more than 12 million live folios.

- Since October 2020, the firm has been listed on both the National Stock Exchange and the Bombay Stock Exchange in India.

Ownership Structure:

The 4 big partners- State Bank of India, the PNB or Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda, and the Life Insurance Corporation of India each holds 18.24% of the shares in the UTIMF. T. Rowe Price International has been the firm's single largest shareholder since 2010 and holds a 23% stake.

Should I Invest in UTI Quant Fund?

UTI Quant Fund may be suitable for investors who:

Ideal For:

- Seek long-term capital appreciation through systematic equity investing

- Want exposure to quantitative investment strategies

- Have a moderate to high risk tolerance

- Are comfortable with equity market volatility

- Have an investment horizon of 5+ years

Key Considerations:

- Risk Profile: The UTI Quant Fund Direct Growth is rated Very High risk.

- Recent Launch: This fund has been launched on 24-01-2025. As a new fund, it has limited performance history.

- AUM Growth: UTI Quant Fund Direct Growth has ₹1618 Cr worth of assets under management (AUM) as on Jun 2025 and is more than category average.

Investment Minimums:

- Minimum SIP Investment is set to ₹500.

- Minimum Lumpsum Investment is ₹1,000.

- 1% for redemption within 90 Days (Exit Load)

The fund's quantitative approach may appeal to investors seeking a scientific, data-driven investment methodology. However, being a recently launched fund, investors should carefully evaluate their risk appetite before investing.

FAQs

What is today's NAV of UTI Quant Fund?

The NAV changes daily based on market conditions. You can check the latest NAV on Allvest or the UTI Mutual Fund website for real-time updates.

What is the AUM of UTI Quant Fund?

UTI Quant Fund Direct Growth has ₹1618 Cr worth of assets under management (AUM) as on Jun 2025, indicating strong investor interest since its launch.

What is the expense ratio of UTI Quant Fund?

The fund has an expense ratio 0.3. for the direct plan, making it cost-effective for long-term investors.

What are the returns of UTI Quant Fund since inception?

UTI Quant Fund Direct Growth has given a CAGR return of 8.72% since inception. However, as a new fund launched in January 2025, the track record is limited.

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in UTI Quant Fund?

Minimum investment for lump sum payment is INR 1000.00 and for SIP is INR 500.00. This makes it accessible for retail investors.

How do I invest in UTI Quant Fund?

You can invest through Allvest's platform by completing your KYC, selecting the fund, choosing SIP or lumpsum, and setting up payment instructions.

How to start a SIP in UTI Quant Fund?

Register on Allvest, complete KYC verification, search for UTI Quant Fund, select SIP option, choose amount and frequency, then set up automated payments.

How do I automate an SIP in UTI Quant Fund?

Set up a bank mandate or UPI auto-pay through Allvest platform during SIP registration to ensure automatic monthly deductions without manual intervention.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in UTI Quant Fund?

Log into your Allvest account, select the fund, choose redemption option, specify units or amount to redeem. The exit load is 1% if redeemed in 0-90 Days.