Women investors drive Rs 11.3 trillion mutual fund assets, 35% of inflows: Report
New Delhi, May 19
Women investors in India are emerging as a major force in the mutual fund industry, with assets under management reaching Rs 11.3 trillion and their share in inflows rising to 35 per cent in FY26, according to a report released by Computer Age Management Services Limited.
The report highlighted a sharp rise in women's participation in India's mutual fund ecosystem, showing a shift from basic participation to long-term and goal-based wealth creation.
It said women investors contributed Rs 3 trillion in gross inflows during FY26, reflecting growing financial independence and increased awareness of investment products.
According to the report, the number of women investors has reached 13.2 million, with 2.2 million new investors added in FY26 alone.
The report noted that equity remains the dominant investment choice among women, while hybrid and solution-oriented funds are witnessing faster growth, indicating increasing portfolio diversification.
It added that women account for 29 per cent of live Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), showing a strong preference for disciplined, long-term investing.
Nearly 75 per cent of women investors are below the age of 50, with strong growth seen in the under-35 category, the report said.
It also highlighted that participation from beyond top 30 cities now stands at 45 per cent, indicating deeper geographical penetration of women investors across India.
The report added that women investors are increasingly adopting digital platforms and multi-asset strategies aligned with long-term financial goals, positioning them as a transformative force in India's investment ecosystem.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good to see women taking charge of their financial future. But let's not ignore that this is still a fraction of total AUM. We need more financial literacy programs in smaller towns and cities to truly democratize investing. The 45% from beyond top 30 cities is promising though.
Finally, women are being recognized as serious investors! My mother never touched stocks or mutual funds, but I started investing right after my first job. The shift from just saving in fixed deposits to understanding market-linked products is huge. This will only grow as more women enter the workforce.
Impressive numbers! But I hope the industry doesn't start stereotyping women as 'safe' investors only. Many women I know are taking calculated risks with small-cap and thematic funds too. The growth in hybrid funds shows smart diversification, not just conservatism. 🚀
I started my SIP just last year and it's amazing to see how many women my age (I'm 28) are doing the same. The digital platforms have made it so easy. But we need more women advisors in the industry too – that would boost confidence even more. Still, proud to be part of this trend! ✨
As someone who works in fintech, I can confirm this trend is real. We see increasing numbers of women investors using our platform for goal-based planning, not just trading. The fact that 2.2 million new women investors came in one year shows a structural shift. India's investment story is getting truly inclusive.
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