HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan

Regular
Direct

3 Year Absolute Returns

120.32% ↑

NAV (₹) on 06 Oct 2026

21.99

1 Day NAV Change

0.97%

Risk Level

Very High Risk

Rating

-

HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan is a Equity mutual fund categorized under Sector, offered by HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd.. Launched on 14 Sep 2023, investors can start with a ... Read more

NAV History

Fund Details

Min. SIP Amount
₹100
Inception Date
14 Sep 2023
Min. Lumpsum Amount
₹ 100
Fund Age
3 Yrs
AUM
₹ 3,310.64 Cr.
Benchmark
BSE Healthcare
Expense Ratio
1.08%
Scheme Type
Open Ended
Exit Load
1%

Returns Calculator

Investment amount per month
₹1,000
Over the past
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On total investment of
*Calculation based on past performance of this fund.

Asset Allocation

AUM

₹ 3,310.64 Cr

Equity
98.42%
Money Market & Cash
1.83%

Sector Holdings

Sectors Weightage
Pharmaceuticals 72.12%
Hospitals & Medical Services 25.92%
Treps/Reverse Repo 1.83%
Medical Equipment & Accessories 0.38%

Stock Holdings

Name Weightage Value (in Cr.) Sector
Divis Laboratories Ltd. 9.54% ₹ 315.90 Pharmaceuticals
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. 8.94% ₹ 296.04 Pharmaceuticals
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. 4.08% ₹ 135 Pharmaceuticals
Max Healthcare Institute Limited 4.06% ₹ 134.29 Hospitals & Medical Services
Lupin Ltd. 4.04% ₹ 133.82 Pharmaceuticals
Cipla Ltd. 3.94% ₹ 130.36 Pharmaceuticals
Aster DM Quality Care Limited 3.84% ₹ 127.09 Hospitals & Medical Services
Neuland Laboratories Limited 3.70% ₹ 122.33 Pharmaceuticals
Anthem Biosciences Limited 3.48% ₹ 115.35 Pharmaceuticals
Acutaas Chemicals Limited 3.24% ₹ 107.15 Pharmaceuticals
Ipca Laboratories Ltd. 3.23% ₹ 106.99 Pharmaceuticals
Shilpa Medicare Ltd 3.10% ₹ 102.60 Pharmaceuticals
Alkem Laboratories Ltd. 3.06% ₹ 101.17 Pharmaceuticals
Global Health Limited 2.85% ₹ 94.38 Hospitals & Medical Services
Rubicon Research Limited 2.82% ₹ 93.29 Pharmaceuticals
Fortis Healthcare Limited 2.37% ₹ 78.62 Hospitals & Medical Services
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. 2.34% ₹ 77.60 Pharmaceuticals
Krishna Institute Of Medical Sciences Limited 2.25% ₹ 74.39 Hospitals & Medical Services
Vijaya Diagnostic Centre Limited 2.24% ₹ 74.11 Hospitals & Medical Services
Jupiter Life Line Hospitals Limited 1.94% ₹ 64.29 Hospitals & Medical Services
Zydus Lifesciences Limited 1.93% ₹ 63.74 Pharmaceuticals
Dr Reddys Laboratories Ltd. 1.90% ₹ 62.91 Pharmaceuticals
Metropolis Healthcare Ltd. 1.90% ₹ 62.98 Hospitals & Medical Services
TREPS - Tri-party Repo 1.83% ₹ 60.67 Others
Molbio Diagnostics Limited 1.77% ₹ 58.44 Hospitals & Medical Services
Biocon Ltd. 1.73% ₹ 57.29 Pharmaceuticals
Wockhardt Ltd. 1.61% ₹ 53.36 Pharmaceuticals
Sai Life Sciences Limited 1.60% ₹ 52.83 Pharmaceuticals
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd. 1.39% ₹ 46.01 Hospitals & Medical Services
Thyrocare Technologies Ltd. 1.31% ₹ 43.47 Hospitals & Medical Services
SYMBIOTEC PHARMALAB LIMITED 1.21% ₹ 40 Pharmaceuticals
Ajanta Pharma Limited 1.18% ₹ 38.97 Pharmaceuticals
Gland Pharma Ltd. 1.09% ₹ 36.13 Pharmaceuticals
CORONA REMEDIES LIMITED 1.07% ₹ 35.54 Pharmaceuticals
Eris Lifesciences Ltd 1.06% ₹ 35.19 Pharmaceuticals
Jubilant Pharmova Limited 0.85% ₹ 28.01 Pharmaceuticals
BAJAJ HEALTHCARE LIMITED 0.57% ₹ 18.98 Pharmaceuticals
Novartis India Ltd. 0.47% ₹ 15.64 Pharmaceuticals
Laxmi Dental Limited 0.38% ₹ 12.60 Medical Equipment & Accessories
Cohance Lifesciences Limited 0.34% ₹ 11.40 Pharmaceuticals

Returns

Annualised returns
9M 1Y 2Y 3Y
Fund returns 21.69% 25.98% 16.37% 30.12%
Category returns 1.12% 3.32% 2.40% 20.60%

Fund Objective

To provide long-term capital appreciation by investing predominantly in equity and equity related securities of Pharma and healthcare companies. There is no assurance that the investment objective of ... Read more

AMC Details

Name
HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd.
Date of Incorporation
30 Jun 2000
CEO
Mr. Navneet Munot
CIO
Type
Pvt.Sector-Joint Venture (Indian)
Address
HDFC House, 2nd Floor, H T Parekh Marg, 165-166, Backbay Reclamation, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India - 400020
Website
http://www.hdfcfund.com

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FAQs

What is the current NAV of HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW?

The current Net Asset Value (NAV) of HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW is ₹21.99 as of 06 Oct 2026. NAV represents the per-unit market value of the fund and is updated daily based on the closing prices of the underlying securities.

What is the fund size (AUM) of HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW?

The Assets Under Management (AUM) of HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW is ₹3,310.64 Crores. AUM indicates the total market value of assets managed by the fund and reflects investor confidence and fund popularity.

What are the historical returns of HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW?

HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW has delivered returns of 25.98% (1 Year), 30.12% (3 Year), 0.00% (5 Year). Past performance does not guarantee future results, and investors should consider their risk appetite before investing.

What is the risk level of HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW?

HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW has a risk rating of 'Very High' as per the SEBI Riskometer. This indicates the fund is suitable for very aggressive investors comfortable with significant market volatility. Investors should align their investment choices with their personal risk tolerance and financial goals.

What is the minimum investment amount for HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW?

The minimum lumpsum investment required for HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund - Direct Plan IDCW is ₹100. The fund also offers SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) option starting from as low as ₹100, making it accessible for regular investments. This allows investors to start their mutual fund journey with a manageable amount.

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