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The Indian mutual fund industry demonstrated continued growth in September, with total assets under management reaching Rs 75.61 lakh crore. Equity segments showed varied performance, with mid-cap and small-cap funds attracting significant investments. Exchange-traded funds and gold ETFs emerged as particularly popular investment options amid market uncertainties. The data suggests investors are maintaining confidence while adopting a more strategic and cautious investment approach.

Key Points: Mutual Fund AUM Hits Rs 75.61 Lakh Crore in September Growth

  • - Mutual fund AUM rises to Rs 75.61 lakh crore in September
  • Equity inflows moderate but remain strong
  • Large, mid and small-cap funds attract investments
  • ETFs and gold funds see significant investor interest
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Mutual fund AUM rises to Rs 75.61 lakh crore in September: AMFI

Indian mutual fund industry shows resilience with steady AUM growth, increased ETF and gold fund investments amid market dynamics.

"Mutual funds remain a preferred investment route - AMFI Report"

New Delhi, Oct 10

The Indian mutual fund industry continued to show steady growth in September, with total assets under management (AUM) rising to Rs 75.61 lakh crore from Rs 75.18 lakh crore in August, according to data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) on Friday.

While net equity inflows moderated to Rs 30,405 crore in September from Rs 33,417 crore in August, the overall growth of AUM reflects continued investor confidence in mutual funds.

Among equity segments, large-cap funds received Rs 2,319 crore, mid-cap funds attracted Rs 5,085 crore, and small-cap funds garnered Rs 4,363 crore.

Hybrid funds continued to appeal to investors, with inflows of Rs 9,397 crore, while new fund offers raised Rs 1,959 crore during the month.

Sectoral and thematic funds and ELSS funds saw relatively lower inflows -- reflecting a more selective approach by investors.

On the debt side, liquid funds experienced outflows as investors reallocated their money to other avenues, while corporate bond and credit risk funds saw minor exits.

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continued to attract interest, drawing Rs 8,151 crore in September, up from Rs 7,244 crore in August.

Gold ETFs remained particularly popular, with inflows surging to Rs 8,363 crore from Rs 2,190 crore, highlighting the appeal of gold as a stable investment option amid market volatility.

Overall, the AMFI data suggests that while investors are adopting a cautious stance, mutual funds remain a preferred investment route, with a clear tilt towards ETFs and gold funds as relatively safer options in the current market environment.

Meanwhile, data compiled by Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund said that assets under management of passive mutual funds in India reached Rs 12.2 lakh crore in 2025, marking a 6.4-fold increase since 2019 and a compound annual growth rate of approximately 36 per cent.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Interesting to see mid-cap funds getting more inflows than large-cap. Shows retail investors are willing to take slightly higher risks for better returns. The gold ETF surge is understandable given global uncertainties.
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Arjun K
While the overall growth is positive, I'm concerned about the moderation in equity inflows. Are we seeing early signs of retail investors becoming cautious? The massive jump in passive fund AUM is really impressive though!
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Sarah B
As an NRI investor, I find these numbers very encouraging. The Indian mutual fund industry is maturing well. The hybrid fund inflows show investors are looking for balanced approaches. Good to see systematic investment culture growing in India.
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Vikram M
The gold ETF numbers are mind-blowing! From ₹2,190 crore to ₹8,363 crore in one month shows how Indians are returning to traditional safe havens. Smart move by investors in these volatile times. 🏆
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Michael C
I appreciate the detailed breakdown by categories. The selective approach in sectoral funds indicates investors are becoming more sophisticated. However, I wish AMFI provided more data on retail vs institutional participation.
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Ananya R
This data proves that mutual funds are no longer just for urban elites. With digital platforms and financial literacy campaigns, even tier 2-3 city investors are

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