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An open ended scheme replicating/tracking Nifty 500 TRI
UTI Nifty 500 Index Fund aims to provide returns that, before expenses, correspond to the total returns of the Nifty 500 TRI, subject to tracking error. The index represents broad-based exposure to approximately 500 companies across large, mid, and small cap segments. The broad market exposure provides investors with participation across established market leaders as well as emerging businesses across sectors and market-cap segments.
The scheme follows a passive investment strategy by replicating the index and maintaining alignment through periodic adjustments. It follows a passive strategy by replicating the index and is periodically rebalanced to stay aligned. Designed as a cost-efficient option, it enables long-term market-linked growth with values-based investing. It is designed for investors seeking diversified participation in India's evolving equity market through a single benchmark.
Entry Load: Nil
Exit Load: Nil
SIP/SWP/STP
The investment objective of the scheme is to provide returns that, before expenses, corresponds to the total returns of the securities as represented by the underlying index, subject to tracking error.
However, there is no assurance that the investment objective of the scheme will be achieved.
UTI Nifty 500 Index Fund aims to provide returns that, before expenses, correspond to the total returns of the Nifty 500 TRI, subject to tracking error. The index represents broad-based exposure to approximately 500 companies across large, mid, and small cap segments. The broad market exposure provides investors with participation across established market leaders as well as emerging businesses across sectors and market-cap segments.
The scheme follows a passive investment strategy by replicating the index and maintaining alignment through periodic adjustments. It follows a passive strategy by replicating the index and is periodically rebalanced to stay aligned. Designed as a cost-efficient option, it enables long-term market-linked growth with values-based investing. It is designed for investors seeking diversified participation in India's evolving equity market through a single benchmark.
An open ended scheme replicating/tracking Nifty 500 TRI
- Diversified Portfolio – Broad exposure across large, mid and small-cap companies from established market leaders to emerging businesses across sectors
- Performance – Designed to track the Nifty 500 TRI
- Cost Efficient – Lower expense ratio compared to actively managed funds
This product is suitable for investors who are seeking*:
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Returns that, before expenses, correspond to the total return of the securities as represented by the Nifty 500 TRI subject to tracking error.
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Investment in equity securities covered by the Nifty 500 TRI
Product labelling assigned during the New Fund Offer (NFO) is based on internal assessment of the scheme characteristics or model portfolio and the same may vary post NFO when the actual investments are made.
# Based on the Index Composition as on July 31, 2026.
* Investors should consult their financial advisers if in doubt about whether the product is suitable for them.
- Investors seeking broad-based exposure across large-, mid-, and small-cap companies through a single investment
- Long-term investors looking to participate in India's equity market through a passive investment strategy
- Investors seeking a transparent, cost-efficient investment solution
- Broad market exposure through the Nifty 500 TRI
- Diversification across sectors and market capitalisation segments
- Simple and convenient investing through SIP and lumpsum
- Transparent, passive, and cost-efficient investment solution
The UTI Nifty 500 Index Fund is a passively managed equity index fund that aims to replicate the performance of the Nifty 500 Total Returns Index (TRI), subject to tracking error. It invests in the same stocks and broadly in the same proportion as the underlying Nifty 500 TRI.
The objective is to provide returns that correspond to the total returns of the Nifty 500 TRI, subject to tracking error. However, there is no assurance that the investment objective of the scheme will be achieved.
The scheme is classified as "Very High Risk" as per the Risk-o-meter.
The scheme tracks the Nifty 500 TRI, which comprises companies across large-cap, mid-cap and small-cap segments and represents a wide range of sectors, thereby helping reduce concentration risk.
This fund is suitable for investors seeking long-term capital appreciation through diversified exposure to the Indian equity market using a passive investment strategy. It may be suitable for investors looking to:
- Start their equity journey
- Own a one-index solution
- Access opportunities beyond large-cap companies
- Build a diversified core portfolio
- Participate in India's long-term growth potential
Investors can invest in UTI Nifty 500 Index Fund through the UTI Mutual Fund website, eligible SEBI registered mutual fund distributors, or other permitted online investment platforms, in accordance with applicable regulations
Yes, the fund allows both systematic and lump-sum investment modes, offering flexibility to investors.
Minimum initial investment amount is Rs. 1,000/- and in multiples of Re.1/- thereafter. Subsequent minimum investment amount under a folio is Rs.1,000/- and in multiples of Re.1/- thereafter with no upper limit.
The minimum SIP amount for Daily, Weekly and Monthly SIP is Rs.500/- and in multiples of Re.1/- thereafter. The minimum SIP amount for Quarterly SIP is Rs. 1,500/- and in multiples of Re.1/- thereafter
No lock-in period is applicable for this fund.
Tracking Error arises due to factors such as expenses, cash holdings, execution price differences and corporate actions. Lower tracking error generally indicates closer alignment between fund returns and index returns.
As an equity index fund, the UTI Nifty 500 Index Fund is subject to market-related risks. Key risks include:
- Market Risk - The value of investments may fluctuate with market movements.
- Liquidity risk - Liquidity of the underlying securities may impact the scheme.
- Tracking error risk - Fund returns may differ slightly from the index returns
- Economic and regulatory risk - Economic events and regulatory changes may impact markets.