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Best Funds for a Child’s Future

Identify the best mutual funds designed to build a long-term corpus for children.

Scheme Name
NAV (Rs)
AUM(Rs Cr)
1W(%)
1M(%)
3M(%)
6M(%)
1Y(%)
3Y(%)
5Y(%)
10Y(%)
SI(%)
ER(%)
365.761,373-1.07-0.141.8111.842.3019.7420.6913.8032.671.47
95.121,127-0.661.261.4010.18-5.1114.2220.0113.8119.351.22
325.6910,119-0.470.780.937.48-1.1216.3019.6714.6331.460.91
67.79355-0.870.19-0.697.56-6.9914.5219.5912.2316.222.06
22.301,116-0.541.092.3411.84-2.5815.5915.76NA12.890.97
30.43890-0.401.431.827.53-0.1111.7215.21NA12.051.38
29.86890-0.401.431.827.50-0.2311.5215.00NA11.831.29
36.6515-0.711.722.946.49-6.7912.6514.549.8210.771.63
120.15129-0.110.691.364.413.8212.9613.9912.4321.590.86
41.524,492-0.220.870.585.601.489.9612.058.8911.831.57
47.454,1761.754.169.7315.935.7424.40NANA36.860.85
12.9773-0.771.414.2612.59-0.15NANANA15.931.33
10.8494-0.590.532.8812.76NANANANA8.050.38

Why Use This Screener?

Goal-Oriented
This screener focuses on funds that help parents accumulate wealth for long-term goals such as education or marriage.

Growth with Risk Management
Funds with a proven track record show they can grow steadily while protecting capital during market volatility.

Long Holding Periods
Your child’s future goals are generally 10–15 years away. That’s why equity funds are the right choice for compounding wealth.

Encourages Systematic Investing
SIP investing in these funds ensures disciplined savings over the years. It also reduces the burden of lump-sum planning closer to the goal.

FAQs on Best Funds for a Child’s Future

What type of funds are best for a child’s future?

Equity mutual funds, especially diversified or flexi-cap funds, are recommended for long-term goals.

Should I choose child-specific mutual fund schemes?

Not necessarily. Many diversified equity funds outperform child-labelled funds. What matters is long-term performance and risk profile.

How long should I stay invested?

At least 10–15 years, depending on the child’s age and future financial needs.

Are child-focused funds suitable for you?

These funds are built for long-term goals like education or marriage.

Alternatively, ELSS funds offer tax savings, while multicap funds offer flexible growth.

>> Dig deeper into our easy-to-use mutual fund screener for better views and ideas.

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