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Quant Small-Cap Fund Holdings have been in the spotlight as the fund continues to outperform its benchmark with strong multi-year returns. When a mutual fund consistently beats its index and maintains solid performance across market cycles, investors naturally want to know what drives such results.Â
When a mutual fund consistently beats its benchmark and delivers strong multi-year returns, investors naturally want to know what drives its performance. Quant Small Cap Fund is a clear example, with impressive 3-year and 5-year returns that remain well above category averages.Â
Quant Small Cap fund (direct) has delivered ~25.39 % annualised returns over 3 years and  ~ 35 % across 5 years, supported by high alpha, a strong Sharpe score, and a focused portfolio strategy.Â
Nov 2025 fact sheet highlights the factors behind this growth, helping investors understand whether the fund matches their long-term goals. In this blog, let’s look at the top stocks held by Quant Small Cap Fund in october 2025.
Quant Small-Cap Fund Holdings Snapshot
Here are some key details investors should know about the Quant Small Cap Fund before investing.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Inception Date (Regular) | 29th December 1996 |
| Inception Date (Direct) | 01-Jan-13 |
| Fund Size (AUM) | ₹30,504 Cr (31 Oct 2025) |
| Benchmark | Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI |
| Expense Ratio (Direct) | 0.71% (31 Oct 2025) |
| Exit Load (Direct) | 1% (If redeemed within 1 year) |
| Fund Manager | Sandeep Tandon, Ankit Pande, Varun Pattani, Ayusha Kumbhat, Yug Tibrewal, Sameer Kate, Sanjeev Sharma |
| Risk | Very High |
| Source | Nov 2025 Fact Sheet |
Quant Small Cap Fund, Direct Plan:Â Risk-Adjusted Measures
Just like we analyse stocks using multiple factors, mutual funds also have their own metrics. Investors should understand these risk measures before investing, instead of jumping in only by looking at returns or market hype. And before selecting best mutual fund in 2026 for yourself, investors should compare these ratios with the fund’s benchmark and category for better understanding.
| Ratio | Value |
|---|---|
| Sharpe Ratio | 1.04 |
| Sortino Ratio | 1.61 |
| Standard Deviation | 17.41% |
| Beta | 0.87 |
| Alpha | 4.27 |
| Source | Value Reseach |
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Quant Small Cap Fund, Direct Plan: Portfolio Aggregates
As Quant Small Cap Fund belongs to the small-cap category, most of its investments are in small-cap and mid cap stocks, which matches its mandate. A portion in large caps helps add some stability to the portfolio.
| Category | Allocation |
|---|---|
| Small Cap | 24.91% |
| Mid Cap | 49.84% |
| Large Cap | 25.14% |
Quant Small Cap Fund Top 10 Holdings as of 31 October 2025
Here are top 10 holdings of Quant Small Cap Fund as per the AMC fact sheet for November 2025.
| Security | % to NAV 31 Oct 2025 |
|---|---|
| Reliance Industries | 9.53 |
| Jio Financial Services | 6.08 |
| RBL Bank | 4.06 |
| Aegis Logistics | 3.24 |
| Adani Power | 3.13 |
| Anand Rathi Wealth | 2.61 |
| Aster DM Healthcare | 2.51 |
| Bikaji Foods International | 2.2 |
| Poly Medicure | 2.16 |
| Venkys (India) | 2.01 |
| Equity & Equity Related Instruments | 91.38 |
| Debt & Money Market Instruments | 8.62 |
| and Net Current Assets | |
| Grand Total | 100 |
| Source | Nov 2025 Fact Sheet |
Quant Small Cap Fund Returns as of 31 October 2025
The table shows the CAGR returns generated by Quant Small Cap Fund for both direct and regular plans. However, CAGR alone does not show consistency. To understand how steady the returns were over different periods, investors should check rolling returns. Many websites provide rolling return data, and some mutual fund fact sheets also include it.
| Period | Return (%) Direct | Return (%) Regular | Benchmark Return (%) | Nifty Return (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Month | 10.79 | 10.29 | 13.18 | 6.69 |
| YTD | 0.48 | -2.83 | -2.83 | 9.63 |
| 1 Year | -2.57 | -3.47 | -1.9 | 7.59 |
| 3 Years | 25.39 | 24.1 | 23.47 | 13.91 |
| 5 Years | 35.46 | 33.7 | 29.3 | 18.58 |
| Since Inception | 17.99 | 11.9 | 16.52 | 13.43 |
Source: Nov 2025 Fact Sheet
- 3-yr and 5-yr returns of direct plan highlight exceptional long-term performance.
- The fund direct plan consistently beats benchmark over longer time horizons.
- Short-term underperformance (1-yr) reflects volatility typical of small-cap investing.
Quant Small Cap Fund : Value of ₹10,000 Invested (Lumpsum)
If you had invested a one-time lumpsum of ₹10,000 with no further additions, the table below shows what your investment would be worth after 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, or since inception. It also shows how the same ₹10,000 would have grown in the Nifty and how much the benchmark would have returned. All the details are given in the table below.
| Period | Direct (₹) | Regular (₹) | Benchmark (₹) | Nifty (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Month | 11,079 | 11,029 | 11,318 | 10,669 |
| 1 Year | 9,743 | 9,653 | 9,810 | 10,759 |
| 3 Years | 19,713 | 19,110 | 18,821 | 14,781 |
| 5 Years | 45,611 | 42,727 | 36,145 | 23,449 |
| Since Inception | 83,295 | 2,60,860 | 70,888 | 50,266 |
Source: Nov 2025 Fact Sheet
Quant Small Cap Fund: SIP ReturnsÂ
If you had done a monthly SIP of ₹10,000, the table below shows your CAGR returns after 1, 3, 5, 7 years and since inception. It also shows how the same SIP would have performed in Nifty and how much benchmark has returned. This comparison helps you understand whether the SIP in Quant Small Cap Fund has outperformed the benchmark and Nifty or not.
| SIP Yrs | Investment (₹) Direct | Investment (₹) Regular | SIP Returns (%) Direct | SIP Returns (%) Regular | Benchmark SIP Returns (%) | Nifty SIP Returns (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Yr | 120000 | 120000 | 10.8 | 9.81 | 10.26 | 14.2 |
| 3 Yr | 360000 | 360000 | 18.13 | 16.95 | 18.65 | 13.53 |
| 5 Yr | 600000 | 600000 | 24.4 | 22.9 | 20.89 | 13.88 |
| 7 Yr | 840000 | 840000 | 32.17 | 30.59 | 23.63 | 15.42 |
| SI* | 1540000 | 3480000 | 22.45 | 14.01 | N.A. | N.A |
Source: Nov 2025 Fact Sheet
The data clearly shows that Quant Small Cap Fund – Direct Plan has outperformed both the benchmark and Nifty over the long term, including 5-year, 7-year, and since-inception periods. However, always remember past performance does not guarantee future returns.
Final Words
As per the November 2025 fact sheet, Quant Small Cap Direct plan has outperformed its benchmark across multiple time periods. It remains an attractive but aggressive option for long-term investors who can handle higher volatility. Make sure to assess your risk appetite, consult a financial advisor if needed, and consider this fund only if you are comfortable with the risks and are looking for strong growth potential.
Happy investing and thank you for reading!
Disclaimer:
This website content is only for educational purposes, not investment advice. Before making any investment, it’s important to do your own research and be fully informed. Investing in the stock market includes risks, and you should carefully read the Risk Disclosure documents before proceeding. Please remember that past performance doesn’t guarantee future results, and due to market fluctuations, your investment goals may not always be achieved.
