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3 Best Balanced Funds by Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund 2025

Updated on October 6, 2025 , 3504 views

Franklin India Balanced Fund invests in both equities and debt instruments. About 65% of the Portfolio consists of equities and balanced is invested in fixed Income securities. It gives an opportunity for investors to balance between growth and stability.

The fund house maintains a diversified portfolio of equities to achieve long-term growth combined with a money market instrument to act as a cushion to the Volatility in equities. Thus, investors who wish to add balanced funds in their portfolio can invest in schemes offered by Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund.

You can select schemes from the below-listed top 3 best balanced funds by Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund. These funds have been shortlisted by undertaking certain important criteria like AUM, NAV, past performances, etc.

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Why Invest in Franklin Mutual Fund?

Assurance

Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund has a glowing history of over two decades. Over the years, it has always looked after the best interests of the investors.

Tax Benefits

The company schemes offer the option to reduce Taxable Income thus, saving tax. Franklin India Tax Shield is one such scheme.

Expert Market Eye

The company has a keen eye for spotting high potential shares which are hidden in the Market. It is also an expert in finding funds with low volatility.

Risk Management

Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund aims at cutting down the risk Factor by seeking discounted undervalued stocks.

Best Franklin Templeton Balanced Mutual Funds

FundNAVNet Assets (Cr)3 MO (%)6 MO (%)1 YR (%)3 YR (%)5 YR (%)2024 (%)Sub Cat.
Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund Growth ₹270.547
↓ -0.81
₹2,245-1.38.4214.817.517.7 Hybrid Equity
Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund Growth ₹91.5304
↓ -0.06
₹2020.15.15.89.8910.7 Hybrid Debt
Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund Growth ₹21.2979
↑ 0.01
₹691.39.5121415.411.7 Dynamic Allocation
Note: Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR basis. as on 8 Oct 25

Research Highlights & Commentary of 3 Funds showcased

CommentaryFranklin India Equity Hybrid FundFranklin India Debt Hybrid FundFranklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund
Point 1Highest AUM (₹2,245 Cr).Lower mid AUM (₹202 Cr).Bottom quartile AUM (₹69 Cr).
Point 2Oldest track record among peers (25 yrs).Established history (25+ yrs).Established history (10+ yrs).
Point 3Top rated.Rating: 3★ (lower mid).Not Rated.
Point 4Risk profile: Moderately High.Risk profile: Moderate.Risk profile: Moderately High.
Point 55Y return: 17.47% (upper mid).5Y return: 9.00% (bottom quartile).5Y return: 15.38% (lower mid).
Point 63Y return: 14.84% (upper mid).3Y return: 9.76% (bottom quartile).3Y return: 13.99% (lower mid).
Point 71Y return: 1.95% (bottom quartile).1Y return: 5.76% (lower mid).1Y return: 12.01% (upper mid).
Point 81M return: 0.84% (upper mid).1M return: 0.71% (lower mid).1M return: 0.66% (bottom quartile).
Point 9Alpha: -0.88 (bottom quartile).Alpha: -0.60 (lower mid).Alpha: 0.00 (upper mid).
Point 10Sharpe: -0.67 (bottom quartile).Sharpe: -0.40 (lower mid).Sharpe: 0.81 (upper mid).

Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund

  • Highest AUM (₹2,245 Cr).
  • Oldest track record among peers (25 yrs).
  • Top rated.
  • Risk profile: Moderately High.
  • 5Y return: 17.47% (upper mid).
  • 3Y return: 14.84% (upper mid).
  • 1Y return: 1.95% (bottom quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.84% (upper mid).
  • Alpha: -0.88 (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: -0.67 (bottom quartile).

Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹202 Cr).
  • Established history (25+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: Moderate.
  • 5Y return: 9.00% (bottom quartile).
  • 3Y return: 9.76% (bottom quartile).
  • 1Y return: 5.76% (lower mid).
  • 1M return: 0.71% (lower mid).
  • Alpha: -0.60 (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: -0.40 (lower mid).

Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹69 Cr).
  • Established history (10+ yrs).
  • Not Rated.
  • Risk profile: Moderately High.
  • 5Y return: 15.38% (lower mid).
  • 3Y return: 13.99% (lower mid).
  • 1Y return: 12.01% (upper mid).
  • 1M return: 0.66% (bottom quartile).
  • Alpha: 0.00 (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 0.81 (upper mid).

1. Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund

(Erstwhile Franklin India Balanced Fund)

The fund aims to provide long term capital appreciation and current income by investing in equity and equity related securities and high quality fixed income instruments.

Research Highlights for Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund

  • Highest AUM (₹2,245 Cr).
  • Oldest track record among peers (25 yrs).
  • Top rated.
  • Risk profile: Moderately High.
  • 5Y return: 17.47% (upper mid).
  • 3Y return: 14.84% (upper mid).
  • 1Y return: 1.95% (bottom quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.84% (upper mid).
  • Alpha: -0.88 (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: -0.67 (bottom quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.99 (upper mid).
  • Higher exposure to Financial Services vs peer median.
  • Top bond sector: Corporate.
  • Equity-heavy allocation (~68%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding HDFC Bank Ltd (~7.0%).

Below is the key information for Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund

Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund
Growth
Launch Date 10 Dec 99
NAV (08 Oct 25) ₹270.547 ↓ -0.81   (-0.30 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹2,245 on 31 Aug 25
Category Hybrid - Hybrid Equity
AMC Franklin Templeton Asst Mgmt(IND)Pvt Ltd
Rating
Risk Moderately High
Expense Ratio 2.11
Sharpe Ratio -0.67
Information Ratio 0.99
Alpha Ratio -0.88
Min Investment 5,000
Min SIP Investment 500
Exit Load 0-1 Years (1%),1 Years and above(NIL)

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
30 Sep 20₹10,000
30 Sep 21₹15,152
30 Sep 22₹15,116
30 Sep 23₹17,625
30 Sep 24₹23,096
30 Sep 25₹22,810

Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹300,000
expected amount after 5 Years is ₹470,047.
Net Profit of ₹170,047
Invest Now

Returns for Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 8 Oct 25

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.8%
3 Month -1.3%
6 Month 8.4%
1 Year 2%
3 Year 14.8%
5 Year 17.5%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 13.6%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 17.7%
2023 22.5%
2022 4.7%
2021 23.8%
2020 13.7%
2019 7.9%
2018 -1.6%
2017 21%
2016 7.6%
2015 4.8%
Fund Manager information for Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund
NameSinceTenure
Ajay Argal4 Oct 240.91 Yr.
Anuj Tagra7 Mar 241.49 Yr.
Chandni Gupta7 Mar 241.49 Yr.
Sandeep Manam18 Oct 213.87 Yr.
Rajasa Kakulavarapu6 Sep 213.99 Yr.

Data below for Franklin India Equity Hybrid Fund as on 31 Aug 25

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash2.37%
Equity67.88%
Debt27.95%
Other1.81%
Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Financial Services20.96%
Consumer Cyclical11.75%
Industrials7.55%
Technology4.99%
Health Care4.9%
Basic Materials3.71%
Utility3.69%
Communication Services3.6%
Consumer Defensive3.19%
Energy2.78%
Real Estate0.77%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Corporate20.75%
Government7.2%
Cash Equivalent2.37%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AA31.39%
AAA68.61%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
HDFC Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Mar 07 | HDFCBANK
7%₹157 Cr1,655,000
ICICI Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Oct 18 | ICICIBANK
5%₹120 Cr858,500
Jubilant Bevco Limited
Debentures | -
5%₹104 Cr9,994
Larsen & Toubro Ltd (Industrials)
Equity, Since 31 Dec 19 | LT
3%₹76 Cr210,000
Jubilant Beverages Limited
Debentures | -
3%₹74 Cr7,150
Bharti Airtel Ltd (Communication Services)
Equity, Since 31 Oct 05 | BHARTIARTL
3%₹67 Cr353,000
Infosys Ltd (Technology)
Equity, Since 29 Feb 12 | INFY
3%₹65 Cr440,000
Reliance Industries Ltd (Energy)
Equity, Since 31 May 22 | RELIANCE
3%₹62 Cr460,000
Axis Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 30 Jun 14 | AXISBANK
3%₹61 Cr580,000
6.9% Govt Stock 2065
Sovereign Bonds | -
3%₹60 Cr6,196,200
↑ 3,000,000

2. Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund

(Erstwhile Franklin India Monthly Income Plan - Plan A)

The investment objective of the scheme is to provide regular income through a portfolio of predominantly high quality fixed income securities with a maximum exposure of 20% to equities.

Research Highlights for Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹202 Cr).
  • Established history (25+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: Moderate.
  • 5Y return: 9.00% (bottom quartile).
  • 3Y return: 9.76% (bottom quartile).
  • 1Y return: 5.76% (lower mid).
  • 1M return: 0.71% (lower mid).
  • Alpha: -0.60 (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: -0.40 (lower mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.51 (lower mid).
  • Top sector: Financial Services.
  • Higher exposure to Corporate (bond sector) vs peer median.
  • Debt-heavy allocation (~70%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding 6.9% Govt Stock 2065 (~14.4%).

Below is the key information for Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund

Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund
Growth
Launch Date 28 Sep 00
NAV (08 Oct 25) ₹91.5304 ↓ -0.06   (-0.07 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹202 on 31 Aug 25
Category Hybrid - Hybrid Debt
AMC Franklin Templeton Asst Mgmt(IND)Pvt Ltd
Rating
Risk Moderate
Expense Ratio 1.4
Sharpe Ratio -0.4
Information Ratio 0.51
Alpha Ratio -0.6
Min Investment 20,000
Min SIP Investment 500
Exit Load 0-1 Years (1%),1 Years and above(NIL)

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
30 Sep 20₹10,000
30 Sep 21₹11,489
30 Sep 22₹11,707
30 Sep 23₹12,814
30 Sep 24₹14,765
30 Sep 25₹15,404

Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹300,000
expected amount after 5 Years is ₹385,859.
Net Profit of ₹85,859
Invest Now

Returns for Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 8 Oct 25

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.7%
3 Month 0.1%
6 Month 5.1%
1 Year 5.8%
3 Year 9.8%
5 Year 9%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 9.3%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 10.7%
2023 11.4%
2022 4%
2021 8.1%
2020 7.1%
2019 8.4%
2018 2.1%
2017 9.2%
2016 9.5%
2015 5.8%
Fund Manager information for Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund
NameSinceTenure
Rahul Goswami10 Nov 231.81 Yr.
Pallab Roy7 Mar 241.48 Yr.
Venkatesh Sanjeevi4 Oct 240.91 Yr.
Rohan Maru10 Oct 240.89 Yr.
Sandeep Manam18 Oct 213.87 Yr.
Rajasa Kakulavarapu6 Sep 213.99 Yr.

Data below for Franklin India Debt Hybrid Fund as on 31 Aug 25

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash6.11%
Equity23.55%
Debt69.99%
Other0.35%
Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Financial Services7.34%
Consumer Cyclical3.89%
Industrials2.67%
Technology1.75%
Health Care1.68%
Basic Materials1.36%
Utility1.31%
Communication Services1.28%
Consumer Defensive1.23%
Energy0.75%
Real Estate0.27%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Corporate48.15%
Government21.84%
Cash Equivalent6.11%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AA13.44%
AAA86.56%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
6.9% Govt Stock 2065
Sovereign Bonds | -
14%₹29 Cr3,000,000
Bajaj Finance Limited
Debentures | -
8%₹16 Cr1,500
Jubilant Bevco Limited
Debentures | -
8%₹15 Cr1,468
↓ -100
Rec Limited
Debentures | -
5%₹11 Cr2,000
Mahindra Rural Housing Finance Limited
Debentures | -
5%₹11 Cr1,000
Small Industries Development Bank Of India
Debentures | -
5%₹11 Cr1,000
Bajaj Housing Finance Limited
Debentures | -
5%₹10 Cr100
Poonawalla Fincorp Limited
Debentures | -
5%₹10 Cr1,000
National Bank For Agriculture And Rural Development
Debentures | -
5%₹10 Cr1,000
Kotak Mahindra Investments Limited
Debentures | -
3%₹5 Cr500

3. Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund

The Fund seeks to achieve capital appreciation and diversification through a mix of strategic and tactical allocation to various asset classes such as equity, debt, gold and cash by investing in funds investing in these asset classes. However, there is no assurance or guarantee that the objective of the scheme will be achieved.

Research Highlights for Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹69 Cr).
  • Established history (10+ yrs).
  • Not Rated.
  • Risk profile: Moderately High.
  • 5Y return: 15.38% (lower mid).
  • 3Y return: 13.99% (lower mid).
  • 1Y return: 12.01% (upper mid).
  • 1M return: 0.66% (bottom quartile).
  • Alpha: 0.00 (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 0.81 (upper mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (bottom quartile).
  • Top sector: Financial Services.
  • Higher exposure to Cash Equivalent (bond sector) vs peer median.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~41%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding Franklin India Arbitrage Dir Gr (~17.8%).
  • Top-3 holdings concentration ~49.1%.

Below is the key information for Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund

Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund
Growth
Launch Date 28 Nov 14
NAV (07 Oct 25) ₹21.2979 ↑ 0.01   (0.03 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹69 on 31 Aug 25
Category Hybrid - Dynamic Allocation
AMC Franklin Templeton Asst Mgmt(IND)Pvt Ltd
Rating Not Rated
Risk Moderately High
Expense Ratio 1.36
Sharpe Ratio 0.81
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 5,000
Min SIP Investment 500
Exit Load 0-3 Years (1%),3 Years and above(NIL)

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
30 Sep 20₹10,000
30 Sep 21₹13,485
30 Sep 22₹13,821
30 Sep 23₹15,398
30 Sep 24₹18,742
30 Sep 25₹20,618

Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹300,000
expected amount after 5 Years is ₹447,579.
Net Profit of ₹147,579
Invest Now

Returns for Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 8 Oct 25

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.7%
3 Month 1.3%
6 Month 9.5%
1 Year 12%
3 Year 14%
5 Year 15.4%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7.2%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 11.7%
2023 14.9%
2022 3.9%
2021 25.5%
2020 -14%
2019 8.2%
2018 0.4%
2017 11.1%
2016 7.8%
2015 0.8%
Fund Manager information for Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund
NameSinceTenure
Rahul Goswami4 Jul 250.16 Yr.
Pallab Roy4 Jul 250.16 Yr.
Rohan Maru4 Jul 250.16 Yr.

Data below for Franklin India Multi - Asset Solution Fund as on 31 Aug 25

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash40.56%
Debt55.15%
Other4.47%
Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Financial Services9.03%
Consumer Cyclical2.72%
Technology2.26%
Basic Materials2.01%
Industrials1.99%
Consumer Defensive1.92%
Energy1.91%
Health Care1.53%
Communication Services1.5%
Utility0.89%
Real Estate0.54%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Cash Equivalent37.25%
Corporate34.83%
Government23.63%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AA5.67%
AAA94.33%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
Franklin India Arbitrage Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
18%₹12 Cr11,709,016
Franklin India Corp Dbt Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
18%₹12 Cr1,129,602
Franklin India Gov Sec Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
13%₹9 Cr1,479,927
↑ 631,498
Axis Corporate Bond Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
8%₹5 Cr2,994,043
Kotak Corporate Bond Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
8%₹5 Cr13,741
Bandhan Corporate Bond Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
8%₹5 Cr2,734,146
Tata Arbitrage Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
7%₹5 Cr3,139,861
Aditya BSL Arbitrage Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
7%₹5 Cr1,656,759
Kotak Arbitrage Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
7%₹5 Cr1,184,601
Franklin India Money Mkt Dir Gr
Investment Fund | -
1%₹1 Cr191,442
↑ 191,442

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