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Best Money Market Mutual Funds 2026

Updated on March 16, 2026 , 43760 views

In common terms, Best Liquid Funds (Money market funds) are Debt Mutual Funds or rather money market Mutual Funds with the only difference being in the investment duration. Money market funds invest in very short money market instruments like the certificate of deposit, treasury bills, commercial papers etc.

The investment duration of these funds is very short, generally ranging from a couple of days to a few weeks (it can even be one day!). The average residual maturity of Liquid Funds is less than 91 days as they invest in securities which individually have a maturity upto 91 days.

Being a short-term debt fund, these funds are highly suitable for investors looking for low-risk investments for short duration. The low maturity period of best liquid funds helps fund managers to fulfil the redemption demand of investors easily. In the market, there are various money market fund investments available.

Why to Invest in Money Market Funds?

  • Securities in the money market are relatively low risk

  • Money market funds are considered to be the safe and secure of all Mutual Fund investments

  • Considering money market funds, it’s easy to invest in a money market account. Investing through Mutual Funds investors can open an account, make deposits and withdrawals virtually at their convenience

  • Money market funds are considered to be one of the least volatile types of all mutual fund investments

  • The performance of money market funds is closely tied to the interest rates set by the Reserve Bank of India, the Central Bank of India. So, when RBI raises rates in the market, yields increase, and money market funds are able to give good returns.

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How do Money Market Funds work?

A money market fund invests in money market instruments with an objective of offering good returns (interest income) and keeping the NAV fluctuations minimal.

Types of Money Market Instruments

Money Market is an exchange where the trade of cash and cash-equivalent instruments takes place. The instruments that are traded in the money markets have maturities which can vary from overnight to one year. Here are some key money market instruments in India:

1. Treasury Bills or T-Bills

The Government of India issues treasury bills to raise funds for a period of up to 365 days. Since these are issued by the government, they are considered to be very safe. However, lower risks also translate into lower returns which is the case with treasury bills too. The returns on T-bills is lower than other money market instruments.

2. Certificate of Deposit or CD

A CD is a term deposit which is offered by scheduled commercial banks which does not have the option of premature redemption. The primary difference between a CD and FD is that CDs are freely negotiable.

3. Repurchase Agreements or Repos

A repurchase agreement is made between a bank and RBI to facilitate short-term loans. It can also be made between two banks.

4. Commercial Paper or CP

Companies and financial institutions with a high credit rating can issue a commercial paper which is a short-term, unsecured promissory note. It allows such entities to diversify their short-term borrowing sources. CPs are usually issued at a discounted rate while the redemption is done on face value. The investor earns the difference.

Fund Selection Methodology used to find 8 funds

  • Category: Debt
  • Sub-category: Money%20Market
  • AUM Range: 500 to 100000 Cr
  • Sorted On : 1-year return (high to low)
  • Tags: fcpro
  • No Of Funds: 8

Top 8 Money Market Mutual Funds 2026

FundNAVNet Assets (Cr)1 MO (%)3 MO (%)6 MO (%)1 YR (%)2024 (%)Debt Yield (YTM)Mod. DurationEff. Maturity
UTI Money Market Fund Growth ₹3,221.26
↑ 2.77
₹20,4970.41.42.97.17.56.96%4M 26D4M 26D
ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund Growth ₹396.349
↑ 0.33
₹35,0250.41.42.87.17.46.91%5M 12D5M 25D
Nippon India Money Market Fund Growth ₹4,333.25
↑ 3.54
₹21,6990.41.32.877.46.48%4M 23D5M 3D
Tata Money Market Fund Growth ₹4,930.23
↑ 4.02
₹37,9390.41.42.877.46.35%5D5D
Franklin India Savings Fund Growth ₹52.3941
↑ 0.05
₹3,8980.31.32.877.46.89%5M 8D5M 19D
HDFC Money Market Fund Growth ₹5,967.5
↑ 4.62
₹33,2100.41.42.877.46.87%4M 15D4M 26D
Bandhan Money Manager Fund Growth ₹42.0854
↑ 0.03
₹15,6940.41.42.877.36.7%3M 28D3M 28D
Kotak Money Market Scheme Growth ₹4,688.99
↑ 3.63
₹32,8700.31.32.86.97.46.99%5M 8D5M 8D
Note: Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR basis. as on 18 Mar 26

Research Highlights & Commentary of 8 Funds showcased

CommentaryUTI Money Market FundICICI Prudential Money Market FundNippon India Money Market FundTata Money Market FundFranklin India Savings FundHDFC Money Market FundBandhan Money Manager FundKotak Money Market Scheme
Point 1Lower mid AUM (₹20,497 Cr).Top quartile AUM (₹35,025 Cr).Lower mid AUM (₹21,699 Cr).Highest AUM (₹37,939 Cr).Bottom quartile AUM (₹3,898 Cr).Upper mid AUM (₹33,210 Cr).Bottom quartile AUM (₹15,694 Cr).Upper mid AUM (₹32,870 Cr).
Point 2Established history (16+ yrs).Established history (20+ yrs).Established history (20+ yrs).Established history (22+ yrs).Established history (24+ yrs).Oldest track record among peers (26 yrs).Established history (23+ yrs).Established history (22+ yrs).
Point 3Top rated.Rating: 4★ (top quartile).Rating: 3★ (upper mid).Rating: 3★ (lower mid).Rating: 3★ (lower mid).Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).Rating: 4★ (upper mid).
Point 4Risk profile: Low.Risk profile: Low.Risk profile: Low.Risk profile: Low.Risk profile: Moderately Low.Risk profile: Low.Risk profile: Moderately Low.Risk profile: Low.
Point 51Y return: 7.07% (top quartile).1Y return: 7.06% (top quartile).1Y return: 7.02% (upper mid).1Y return: 7.00% (upper mid).1Y return: 6.99% (lower mid).1Y return: 6.99% (lower mid).1Y return: 6.97% (bottom quartile).1Y return: 6.94% (bottom quartile).
Point 61M return: 0.38% (upper mid).1M return: 0.36% (lower mid).1M return: 0.37% (lower mid).1M return: 0.39% (top quartile).1M return: 0.28% (bottom quartile).1M return: 0.38% (upper mid).1M return: 0.39% (top quartile).1M return: 0.30% (bottom quartile).
Point 7Sharpe: 2.26 (upper mid).Sharpe: 2.31 (top quartile).Sharpe: 2.08 (bottom quartile).Sharpe: 2.11 (bottom quartile).Sharpe: 2.24 (upper mid).Sharpe: 2.12 (lower mid).Sharpe: 2.37 (top quartile).Sharpe: 2.13 (lower mid).
Point 8Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).Information ratio: 0.00 (lower mid).Information ratio: 0.00 (lower mid).Information ratio: 0.00 (bottom quartile).Information ratio: 0.00 (bottom quartile).
Point 9Yield to maturity (debt): 6.96% (top quartile).Yield to maturity (debt): 6.91% (upper mid).Yield to maturity (debt): 6.48% (bottom quartile).Yield to maturity (debt): 6.35% (bottom quartile).Yield to maturity (debt): 6.89% (upper mid).Yield to maturity (debt): 6.87% (lower mid).Yield to maturity (debt): 6.70% (lower mid).Yield to maturity (debt): 6.99% (top quartile).
Point 10Modified duration: 0.41 yrs (lower mid).Modified duration: 0.45 yrs (bottom quartile).Modified duration: 0.40 yrs (upper mid).Modified duration: 0.01 yrs (top quartile).Modified duration: 0.44 yrs (lower mid).Modified duration: 0.38 yrs (upper mid).Modified duration: 0.33 yrs (top quartile).Modified duration: 0.44 yrs (bottom quartile).

UTI Money Market Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹20,497 Cr).
  • Established history (16+ yrs).
  • Top rated.
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 7.07% (top quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.38% (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 2.26 (upper mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.96% (top quartile).
  • Modified duration: 0.41 yrs (lower mid).

ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund

  • Top quartile AUM (₹35,025 Cr).
  • Established history (20+ yrs).
  • Rating: 4★ (top quartile).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 7.06% (top quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.36% (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: 2.31 (top quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.91% (upper mid).
  • Modified duration: 0.45 yrs (bottom quartile).

Nippon India Money Market Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹21,699 Cr).
  • Established history (20+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (upper mid).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 7.02% (upper mid).
  • 1M return: 0.37% (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: 2.08 (bottom quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.48% (bottom quartile).
  • Modified duration: 0.40 yrs (upper mid).

Tata Money Market Fund

  • Highest AUM (₹37,939 Cr).
  • Established history (22+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 7.00% (upper mid).
  • 1M return: 0.39% (top quartile).
  • Sharpe: 2.11 (bottom quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.35% (bottom quartile).
  • Modified duration: 0.01 yrs (top quartile).

Franklin India Savings Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹3,898 Cr).
  • Established history (24+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: Moderately Low.
  • 1Y return: 6.99% (lower mid).
  • 1M return: 0.28% (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: 2.24 (upper mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (lower mid).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.89% (upper mid).
  • Modified duration: 0.44 yrs (lower mid).

HDFC Money Market Fund

  • Upper mid AUM (₹33,210 Cr).
  • Oldest track record among peers (26 yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 6.99% (lower mid).
  • 1M return: 0.38% (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 2.12 (lower mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (lower mid).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.87% (lower mid).
  • Modified duration: 0.38 yrs (upper mid).

Bandhan Money Manager Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹15,694 Cr).
  • Established history (23+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).
  • Risk profile: Moderately Low.
  • 1Y return: 6.97% (bottom quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.39% (top quartile).
  • Sharpe: 2.37 (top quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (bottom quartile).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.70% (lower mid).
  • Modified duration: 0.33 yrs (top quartile).

Kotak Money Market Scheme

  • Upper mid AUM (₹32,870 Cr).
  • Established history (22+ yrs).
  • Rating: 4★ (upper mid).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 6.94% (bottom quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.30% (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: 2.13 (lower mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (bottom quartile).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.99% (top quartile).
  • Modified duration: 0.44 yrs (bottom quartile).

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1. UTI Money Market Fund

To provide highest possible current income consistent with preservation of capital and providing liquidity from investing in a diversified portfolio of short term money market securities.

Research Highlights for UTI Money Market Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹20,497 Cr).
  • Established history (16+ yrs).
  • Top rated.
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 7.07% (top quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.38% (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 2.26 (upper mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.96% (top quartile).
  • Modified duration: 0.41 yrs (lower mid).
  • Average maturity: 0.41 yrs (upper mid).
  • Exit load: NIL.
  • Top sector: Real Estate.
  • Top bond sector: Corporate.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~68%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding Canara Bank (~3.4%).

Below is the key information for UTI Money Market Fund

UTI Money Market Fund
Growth
Launch Date 13 Jul 09
NAV (18 Mar 26) ₹3,221.26 ↑ 2.77   (0.09 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹20,497 on 15 Feb 26
Category Debt - Money Market
AMC UTI Asset Management Company Ltd
Rating
Risk Low
Expense Ratio 0.25
Sharpe Ratio 2.26
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 10,000
Min SIP Investment 500
Exit Load NIL
Yield to Maturity 6.96%
Effective Maturity 4 Months 26 Days
Modified Duration 4 Months 26 Days

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
28 Feb 21₹10,000
28 Feb 22₹10,388
28 Feb 23₹10,942
29 Feb 24₹11,779
28 Feb 25₹12,678
28 Feb 26₹13,591

UTI Money Market Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹180,000
expected amount after 3 Years is ₹200,132.
Net Profit of ₹20,132
Invest Now

Returns for UTI Money Market Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 18 Mar 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.4%
3 Month 1.4%
6 Month 2.9%
1 Year 7.1%
3 Year 7.4%
5 Year 6.3%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7.3%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 7.5%
2023 7.7%
2022 7.4%
2021 4.9%
2020 3.7%
2019 6%
2018 8%
2017 7.8%
2016 6.7%
2015 7.7%
Fund Manager information for UTI Money Market Fund
NameSinceTenure
Anurag Mittal1 Dec 214.25 Yr.
Amit Sharma7 Jul 178.65 Yr.

Data below for UTI Money Market Fund as on 15 Feb 26

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash67.87%
Debt31.85%
Other0.28%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Corporate43.95%
Cash Equivalent40.59%
Government15.18%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AAA100%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
Canara Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
3%₹688 Cr7,000,000,000
19/03/2026 Maturing 364 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹499 Cr5,000,000,000
Tbill
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹492 Cr5,000,000,000
HDFC Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹421 Cr4,500,000,000
↑ 4,500,000,000
Union Bank of India
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹394 Cr4,000,000,000
Indian Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹376 Cr4,000,000,000
Small Industries Development Bank of India
Debentures | -
2%₹374 Cr4,000,000,000
↑ 4,000,000,000
08/05/2026 Maturing 182 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹347 Cr3,500,000,000
21/05/2026 Maturing 182 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹346 Cr3,500,000,000
HDFC Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹329 Cr3,500,000,000

2. ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund

The objective of the Plan will be to seek to provide reasonable returns, commensurate with low risk while providing a high level of liquidity, through investments made primarily in money market and debt securities.

Research Highlights for ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund

  • Top quartile AUM (₹35,025 Cr).
  • Established history (20+ yrs).
  • Rating: 4★ (top quartile).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 7.06% (top quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.36% (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: 2.31 (top quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.91% (upper mid).
  • Modified duration: 0.45 yrs (bottom quartile).
  • Average maturity: 0.48 yrs (bottom quartile).
  • Exit load: NIL.
  • Top sector: Financial Services.
  • Top bond sector: Corporate.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~82%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding 19/03/2026 Maturing 182 DTB (~6.5%).

Below is the key information for ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund

ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund
Growth
Launch Date 9 Mar 06
NAV (18 Mar 26) ₹396.349 ↑ 0.33   (0.08 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹35,025 on 31 Jan 26
Category Debt - Money Market
AMC ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company Limited
Rating
Risk Low
Expense Ratio 0.32
Sharpe Ratio 2.31
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 500
Min SIP Investment 100
Exit Load NIL
Yield to Maturity 6.91%
Effective Maturity 5 Months 25 Days
Modified Duration 5 Months 12 Days

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
28 Feb 21₹10,000
28 Feb 22₹10,379
28 Feb 23₹10,915
29 Feb 24₹11,748
28 Feb 25₹12,642
28 Feb 26₹13,552

ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹180,000
expected amount after 3 Years is ₹200,132.
Net Profit of ₹20,132
Invest Now

Returns for ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 18 Mar 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.4%
3 Month 1.4%
6 Month 2.8%
1 Year 7.1%
3 Year 7.4%
5 Year 6.3%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7.1%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 7.4%
2023 7.7%
2022 7.4%
2021 4.7%
2020 3.7%
2019 6.2%
2018 7.9%
2017 7.7%
2016 6.7%
2015 7.7%
Fund Manager information for ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund
NameSinceTenure
Manish Banthia12 Jun 232.72 Yr.
Nikhil Kabra3 Aug 169.58 Yr.

Data below for ICICI Prudential Money Market Fund as on 31 Jan 26

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash82.34%
Debt17.41%
Other0.26%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Corporate48.41%
Cash Equivalent42.98%
Government8.36%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AAA100%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
19/03/2026 Maturing 182 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
6%₹2,280 Cr228,500,000
↓ -5,000,000
12/03/2026 Maturing 364 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
3%₹1,163 Cr116,500,000
Bank of India Ltd.
Debentures | -
1%₹469 Cr10,000
↑ 10,000
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹468 Cr10,000
↑ 10,000
Small Industries Development Bank of India
Debentures | -
1%₹468 Cr10,000
↑ 10,000
HDFC Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
1%₹421 Cr9,000
↑ 9,000
Indian Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹376 Cr8,000
05/03/2026 Maturing 364 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
1%₹350 Cr35,000,000
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹329 Cr7,000
Canara Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹295 Cr6,000

3. Nippon India Money Market Fund

(Erstwhile Reliance Liquidity Fund)

The investment objective of the Scheme is to generate optimal returns consistent with moderate levels of risk and high liquidity. Accordingly, investments shall predominantly be made in Debt and Money Market Instruments.

Research Highlights for Nippon India Money Market Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹21,699 Cr).
  • Established history (20+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (upper mid).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 7.02% (upper mid).
  • 1M return: 0.37% (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: 2.08 (bottom quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.48% (bottom quartile).
  • Modified duration: 0.40 yrs (upper mid).
  • Average maturity: 0.42 yrs (lower mid).
  • Exit load: NIL.
  • Top sector: Financial Services.
  • Top bond sector: Corporate.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~66%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding HDFC Bank Ltd. (~2.4%).

Below is the key information for Nippon India Money Market Fund

Nippon India Money Market Fund
Growth
Launch Date 16 Jun 05
NAV (18 Mar 26) ₹4,333.25 ↑ 3.54   (0.08 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹21,699 on 31 Jan 26
Category Debt - Money Market
AMC Nippon Life Asset Management Ltd.
Rating
Risk Low
Expense Ratio 0.39
Sharpe Ratio 2.08
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 5,000
Min SIP Investment 100
Exit Load NIL
Yield to Maturity 6.48%
Effective Maturity 5 Months 3 Days
Modified Duration 4 Months 23 Days

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
28 Feb 21₹10,000
28 Feb 22₹10,392
28 Feb 23₹10,951
29 Feb 24₹11,783
28 Feb 25₹12,680
28 Feb 26₹13,586

Nippon India Money Market Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹180,000
expected amount after 3 Years is ₹200,132.
Net Profit of ₹20,132
Invest Now

Returns for Nippon India Money Market Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 18 Mar 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.4%
3 Month 1.3%
6 Month 2.8%
1 Year 7%
3 Year 7.4%
5 Year 6.3%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7.3%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 7.4%
2023 7.8%
2022 7.4%
2021 5%
2020 3.8%
2019 6%
2018 8.1%
2017 7.9%
2016 6.6%
2015 7.6%
Fund Manager information for Nippon India Money Market Fund
NameSinceTenure
Kinjal Desai16 Jul 187.63 Yr.
Vikash Agarwal14 Sep 241.46 Yr.
Lokesh Maru5 Sep 250.48 Yr.
Divya Sharma5 Sep 250.48 Yr.

Data below for Nippon India Money Market Fund as on 31 Jan 26

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash66.39%
Debt33.34%
Other0.27%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Corporate50.97%
Cash Equivalent35.05%
Government13.71%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AAA100%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
HDFC Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹521 Cr11,000
↑ 11,000
India (Republic of)
- | -
2%₹487 Cr50,000,000
↑ 50,000,000
India (Republic of)
- | -
2%₹487 Cr50,000,000
↑ 50,000,000
Canara Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹470 Cr10,000
Punjab National Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹470 Cr10,000
UCO Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹468 Cr10,000
↑ 10,000
21/05/2026 Maturing 182 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹445 Cr45,000,000
Small Industries Development Bank of India
Debentures | -
2%₹421 Cr9,000
↑ 9,000
11/06/2026 Maturing 364 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹384 Cr39,000,000
↑ 39,000,000
IDFC First Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹375 Cr8,000

4. Tata Money Market Fund

(Erstwhile Tata Liquid Fund)

To create a highly liquid portfolio of good quality debt as well as money market instruments so as to provide reasonable returns and high liquidity to the unitholders.

Research Highlights for Tata Money Market Fund

  • Highest AUM (₹37,939 Cr).
  • Established history (22+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 7.00% (upper mid).
  • 1M return: 0.39% (top quartile).
  • Sharpe: 2.11 (bottom quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.35% (bottom quartile).
  • Modified duration: 0.01 yrs (top quartile).
  • Average maturity: 0.01 yrs (top quartile).
  • Exit load: NIL.
  • Higher exposure to Financial Services vs peer median.
  • Higher exposure to Cash Equivalent (bond sector) vs peer median.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~79%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding 02/04/2026 Maturing 364 DTB (~5.4%).

Below is the key information for Tata Money Market Fund

Tata Money Market Fund
Growth
Launch Date 22 May 03
NAV (18 Mar 26) ₹4,930.23 ↑ 4.02   (0.08 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹37,939 on 15 Feb 26
Category Debt - Money Market
AMC Tata Asset Management Limited
Rating
Risk Low
Expense Ratio 0.44
Sharpe Ratio 2.11
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 5,000
Min SIP Investment 500
Exit Load NIL
Yield to Maturity 6.35%
Effective Maturity 5 Days
Modified Duration 5 Days

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
28 Feb 21₹10,000
28 Feb 22₹10,404
28 Feb 23₹10,945
29 Feb 24₹11,780
28 Feb 25₹12,675
28 Feb 26₹13,580

Tata Money Market Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹180,000
expected amount after 3 Years is ₹200,132.
Net Profit of ₹20,132
Invest Now

Returns for Tata Money Market Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 18 Mar 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.4%
3 Month 1.4%
6 Month 2.8%
1 Year 7%
3 Year 7.4%
5 Year 6.3%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 6.7%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 7.4%
2023 7.7%
2022 7.4%
2021 4.8%
2020 3.9%
2019 6.4%
2018 8.1%
2017 -0.1%
2016 6.7%
2015 7.6%
Fund Manager information for Tata Money Market Fund
NameSinceTenure
Amit Somani16 Oct 1312.38 Yr.

Data below for Tata Money Market Fund as on 15 Feb 26

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash79.02%
Debt20.71%
Other0.27%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Cash Equivalent47.77%
Corporate42.87%
Government9.09%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AAA100%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
02/04/2026 Maturing 364 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
5%₹1,991 Cr200,000,000
Indian Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
3%₹963 Cr20,000
Indian Overseas Bank
Debentures | -
3%₹935 Cr20,000
↑ 20,000
Small Industries Development Bank of India
Debentures | -
2%₹654 Cr14,000
↑ 14,000
Indian Overseas Bank
Debentures | -
2%₹654 Cr14,000
↑ 14,000
Tbill
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹630 Cr63,500,000
Canara Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹616 Cr13,000
↑ 13,000
Axis Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹616 Cr13,000
↑ 13,000
Tbill
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹586 Cr59,000,000
Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹557 Cr12,000
↑ 12,000

5. Franklin India Savings Fund

(Erstwhile Franklin India Savings Plus Fund Retail Option)

Aims to provide income consistent with the prudent risk from a portfolio comprising substantially of floating rate debt instruments, fixed rate debt instruments swapped for floating rate returns, and also fixed rate instruments and money market instruments.

Research Highlights for Franklin India Savings Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹3,898 Cr).
  • Established history (24+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: Moderately Low.
  • 1Y return: 6.99% (lower mid).
  • 1M return: 0.28% (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: 2.24 (upper mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (lower mid).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.89% (upper mid).
  • Modified duration: 0.44 yrs (lower mid).
  • Average maturity: 0.47 yrs (bottom quartile).
  • Exit load: NIL.
  • Higher exposure to Financial Services vs peer median.
  • Top bond sector: Cash Equivalent.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~81%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding India (Republic of) (~6.5%).

Below is the key information for Franklin India Savings Fund

Franklin India Savings Fund
Growth
Launch Date 11 Feb 02
NAV (18 Mar 26) ₹52.3941 ↑ 0.05   (0.10 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹3,898 on 31 Jan 26
Category Debt - Money Market
AMC Franklin Templeton Asst Mgmt(IND)Pvt Ltd
Rating
Risk Moderately Low
Expense Ratio 0.3
Sharpe Ratio 2.24
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 10,000
Min SIP Investment 500
Exit Load NIL
Yield to Maturity 6.89%
Effective Maturity 5 Months 19 Days
Modified Duration 5 Months 8 Days

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
28 Feb 21₹10,000
28 Feb 22₹10,370
28 Feb 23₹10,874
29 Feb 24₹11,692
28 Feb 25₹12,576
28 Feb 26₹13,480

Franklin India Savings Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹180,000
expected amount after 3 Years is ₹200,132.
Net Profit of ₹20,132
Invest Now

Returns for Franklin India Savings Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 18 Mar 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.3%
3 Month 1.3%
6 Month 2.8%
1 Year 7%
3 Year 7.3%
5 Year 6.1%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7.1%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 7.4%
2023 7.7%
2022 7.3%
2021 4.4%
2020 3.6%
2019 6%
2018 8.5%
2017 7.5%
2016 7.2%
2015 8.1%
Fund Manager information for Franklin India Savings Fund
NameSinceTenure
Rahul Goswami6 Oct 232.4 Yr.
Rohan Maru10 Oct 241.39 Yr.
Chandni Gupta30 Apr 241.83 Yr.

Data below for Franklin India Savings Fund as on 31 Jan 26

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash80.59%
Debt19.17%
Other0.24%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Cash Equivalent43.2%
Corporate40.29%
Government16.27%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AAA100%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
India (Republic of)
- | -
7%₹285 Cr30,000,000
↑ 30,000,000
HDFC Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
5%₹234 Cr5,000
↑ 5,000
05/03/2026 Maturing 364 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
5%₹225 Cr22,500,000
Small Industries Development Bank of India
Debentures | -
2%₹108 Cr2,300
↑ 2,300
Punjab National Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹100 Cr2,000
Axis Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹95 Cr2,000
Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹75 Cr1,500
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹61 Cr1,300
↑ 1,300
12/03/2026 Maturing 364 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
1%₹50 Cr5,000,000
Indian Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹50 Cr1,000

6. HDFC Money Market Fund

(Erstwhile HDFC Cash Management Fund - Savings Plan)

To generate optimal returns while maintaining safety and high liquidity.

Research Highlights for HDFC Money Market Fund

  • Upper mid AUM (₹33,210 Cr).
  • Oldest track record among peers (26 yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 6.99% (lower mid).
  • 1M return: 0.38% (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 2.12 (lower mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (lower mid).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.87% (lower mid).
  • Modified duration: 0.38 yrs (upper mid).
  • Average maturity: 0.41 yrs (upper mid).
  • Exit load: NIL.
  • Top bond sector: Corporate.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~71%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding Indusind Bank Ltd. (~2.8%).

Below is the key information for HDFC Money Market Fund

HDFC Money Market Fund
Growth
Launch Date 18 Nov 99
NAV (18 Mar 26) ₹5,967.5 ↑ 4.62   (0.08 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹33,210 on 31 Jan 26
Category Debt - Money Market
AMC HDFC Asset Management Company Limited
Rating
Risk Low
Expense Ratio 0.4
Sharpe Ratio 2.12
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 5,000
Min SIP Investment 300
Exit Load NIL
Yield to Maturity 6.87%
Effective Maturity 4 Months 26 Days
Modified Duration 4 Months 15 Days

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
28 Feb 21₹10,000
28 Feb 22₹10,393
28 Feb 23₹10,927
29 Feb 24₹11,750
28 Feb 25₹12,638
28 Feb 26₹13,536

HDFC Money Market Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹180,000
expected amount after 3 Years is ₹200,132.
Net Profit of ₹20,132
Invest Now

Returns for HDFC Money Market Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 18 Mar 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.4%
3 Month 1.4%
6 Month 2.8%
1 Year 7%
3 Year 7.3%
5 Year 6.2%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 7.4%
2023 7.7%
2022 7.3%
2021 4.7%
2020 3.8%
2019 6.5%
2018 8.1%
2017 7.4%
2016 6.5%
2015 7.5%
Fund Manager information for HDFC Money Market Fund
NameSinceTenure
Praveen Jain30 Aug 241.5 Yr.
Dhruv Muchhal22 Jun 232.69 Yr.

Data below for HDFC Money Market Fund as on 31 Jan 26

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash71.31%
Debt28.41%
Other0.28%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Corporate45.88%
Cash Equivalent41.68%
Government12.16%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AAA100%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
Indusind Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
3%₹936 Cr20,000
Indian Overseas Bank
Debentures | -
3%₹936 Cr20,000
↑ 20,000
YES Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
3%₹934 Cr20,000
Punjab & Sind Bank
Debentures | -
2%₹607 Cr13,000
↑ 13,000
Union Bank of India
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹542 Cr11,000
IDFC First Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
1%₹490 Cr10,000
Bank Of Maharashtra
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹472 Cr10,000
Canara Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹470 Cr10,000
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
Domestic Bonds | -
1%₹469 Cr10,000
Small Industries Development Bank of India
Debentures | -
1%₹469 Cr10,000

7. Bandhan Money Manager Fund

(Erstwhile IDFC Money Manager Fund - Treasury Plan)

Seek to generate stable returns with a low risk strategy by creating a portfolio that is substantially invested in good quality floating rate debt or money market instruments, fixed rate debt or money market instruments swapped for floating returns and fixed rate debt and money market instruments. However, there can be no assurance that the investment objectives of the scheme will be realized.

Research Highlights for Bandhan Money Manager Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹15,694 Cr).
  • Established history (23+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).
  • Risk profile: Moderately Low.
  • 1Y return: 6.97% (bottom quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.39% (top quartile).
  • Sharpe: 2.37 (top quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (bottom quartile).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.70% (lower mid).
  • Modified duration: 0.33 yrs (top quartile).
  • Average maturity: 0.33 yrs (top quartile).
  • Exit load: NIL.
  • Top sector: Financial Services.
  • Higher exposure to Corporate (bond sector) vs peer median.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~58%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding India (Republic of) (~4.6%).

Below is the key information for Bandhan Money Manager Fund

Bandhan Money Manager Fund
Growth
Launch Date 18 Feb 03
NAV (18 Mar 26) ₹42.0854 ↑ 0.03   (0.08 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹15,694 on 31 Jan 26
Category Debt - Money Market
AMC IDFC Asset Management Company Limited
Rating
Risk Moderately Low
Expense Ratio 0.58
Sharpe Ratio 2.37
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 100
Min SIP Investment 1,000
Exit Load NIL
Yield to Maturity 6.7%
Effective Maturity 3 Months 28 Days
Modified Duration 3 Months 28 Days

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
28 Feb 21₹10,000
28 Feb 22₹10,311
28 Feb 23₹10,768
29 Feb 24₹11,510
28 Feb 25₹12,337
28 Feb 26₹13,212

Bandhan Money Manager Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹180,000
expected amount after 3 Years is ₹197,169.
Net Profit of ₹17,169
Invest Now

Returns for Bandhan Money Manager Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 18 Mar 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.4%
3 Month 1.4%
6 Month 2.8%
1 Year 7%
3 Year 7%
5 Year 5.7%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 6.4%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 7.3%
2023 7.2%
2022 6.7%
2021 4%
2020 2.9%
2019 5%
2018 6.7%
2017 6.2%
2016 6%
2015 8.1%
Fund Manager information for Bandhan Money Manager Fund
NameSinceTenure
Gautam Kaul1 Dec 214.25 Yr.
Brijesh Shah12 Jul 214.64 Yr.

Data below for Bandhan Money Manager Fund as on 31 Jan 26

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash57.73%
Debt42.03%
Other0.24%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Corporate52.5%
Government27.07%
Cash Equivalent20.19%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AAA100%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
India (Republic of)
- | -
5%₹682 Cr70,000,000
↑ 70,000,000
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
Domestic Bonds | -
3%₹468 Cr50,000,000
↑ 50,000,000
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
Domestic Bonds | -
3%₹444 Cr47,500,000
↑ 47,500,000
Tbill
Sovereign Bonds | -
3%₹444 Cr45,000,000
Axis Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
3%₹426 Cr45,000,000
Punjab National Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
3%₹376 Cr40,000,000
HDFC Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
3%₹375 Cr40,000,000
↑ 40,000,000
Small Industries Development Bank of India
Debentures | -
3%₹374 Cr40,000,000
↑ 40,000,000
Indian Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹329 Cr35,000,000
Indian Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹285 Cr30,000,000
↑ 30,000,000

8. Kotak Money Market Scheme

(Erstwhile Kotak Floater Short Term Fund)

To reduce the interest rate risk associated with investments in fixed rate instruments by investing predominantly in floating rate securities, money market instruments and using appropriate derivatives.

Research Highlights for Kotak Money Market Scheme

  • Upper mid AUM (₹32,870 Cr).
  • Established history (22+ yrs).
  • Rating: 4★ (upper mid).
  • Risk profile: Low.
  • 1Y return: 6.94% (bottom quartile).
  • 1M return: 0.30% (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: 2.13 (lower mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (bottom quartile).
  • Yield to maturity (debt): 6.99% (top quartile).
  • Modified duration: 0.44 yrs (bottom quartile).
  • Average maturity: 0.44 yrs (lower mid).
  • Exit load: NIL.
  • Top sector: Financial Services.
  • Top bond sector: Corporate.
  • Conservative stance with elevated cash (~68%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding 08/05/2026 Maturing 182 DTB (~2.2%).

Below is the key information for Kotak Money Market Scheme

Kotak Money Market Scheme
Growth
Launch Date 14 Jul 03
NAV (18 Mar 26) ₹4,688.99 ↑ 3.63   (0.08 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹32,870 on 31 Jan 26
Category Debt - Money Market
AMC Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Co Ltd
Rating
Risk Low
Expense Ratio 0.36
Sharpe Ratio 2.13
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 5,000
Min SIP Investment 1,000
Exit Load NIL
Yield to Maturity 6.99%
Effective Maturity 5 Months 8 Days
Modified Duration 5 Months 8 Days

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
28 Feb 21₹10,000
28 Feb 22₹10,384
28 Feb 23₹10,931
29 Feb 24₹11,758
28 Feb 25₹12,650
28 Feb 26₹13,551

Kotak Money Market Scheme SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹180,000
expected amount after 3 Years is ₹200,132.
Net Profit of ₹20,132
Invest Now

Returns for Kotak Money Market Scheme

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 18 Mar 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 0.3%
3 Month 1.3%
6 Month 2.8%
1 Year 6.9%
3 Year 7.3%
5 Year 6.3%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2024 7.4%
2023 7.7%
2022 7.3%
2021 4.9%
2020 3.7%
2019 5.7%
2018 8%
2017 7.7%
2016 6.7%
2015 7.7%
Fund Manager information for Kotak Money Market Scheme
NameSinceTenure
Deepak Agrawal1 Nov 0619.34 Yr.
Manu Sharma1 Nov 223.33 Yr.

Data below for Kotak Money Market Scheme as on 31 Jan 26

Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash67.71%
Debt32.01%
Other0.27%
Debt Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Corporate46.26%
Cash Equivalent35.96%
Government17.51%
Credit Quality
RatingValue
AAA100%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
08/05/2026 Maturing 182 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹743 Cr75,000,000
↓ -15,000,000
06/08/2026 Maturing 182 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹733 Cr75,000,000
India (Republic of)
- | -
2%₹731 Cr75,000,000
↑ 75,000,000
Indusind Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹702 Cr75,000
Indusind Bank Ltd.
Debentures | -
2%₹688 Cr70,000
21/05/2026 Maturing 364 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
2%₹667 Cr67,500,000
Small Industries Development Bank of India
Debentures | -
2%₹587 Cr62,500
Canara Bank
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹564 Cr60,000
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
Domestic Bonds | -
2%₹562 Cr60,000
↑ 60,000
19/03/2026 Maturing 182 DTB
Sovereign Bonds | -
1%₹499 Cr50,000,000
↓ -10,000,000

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