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Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G)

+11.1%
(3Y CAGR)
HybriddotDynamic Asset AllocationdotVery HighdotNot Rated
Fund Type

Scheme Details

NAV03 Aug 2026
15.1
AUM01 Jun 2026

904 Cr.

52 week high (NAV)03 Aug 2026
15.1
52 week low (NAV)30 Mar 2026
13.4
Inception date30 Dec 2021
Lock-in period

None

Minimum SIP500
Minimum Lumpsum1,000
Exit load info
NIL
Benchmark IndexNIFTY 50 Hybrid Composite Debt 50:50 Index

Debt Quants

Average maturity
5.3 years
Modified duration
3.1 years
Yeild to maturity
7.3%
Potential risk class
N.A
KEY RATIOSinfo
Alpha0.19
Beta0.70
Standard Deviation2.70%
Sharpe Ratio0.14

Asset Allocation

InstrumentsRatingHoldings
Instruments (0)Allocation

Peer Comparison

Name1Y ReturnVR Rating1Y Rank3Y Rank5Y RankAlphaNAV(₹)
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Fund Managers

Neelesh Dhamnaskar16 Feb 2026 - Present
Rahul Pal
Amit Garg

About Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G)

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) is an open-ended Balanced Advantage/ Dynamic Asset Allocation Fund designed for investors seeking a dynamically managed mix of equity and debt within a single portfolio. These funds typically adjust equity and debt exposure based on market valuations, opportunities, and risk conditions..

 

As of 1 Jun 2026, Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) manages ₹904 crore in assets. The fund currently holds 59 stocks, and the top 10 stocks contribute 23.00% of the portfolio, an important “quick check” for how concentrated (or diversified) the fund is.

 

Investment Objective of Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G)

The investment objective of Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) is to provide long-term capital appreciation and income from a dynamically managed mix of equity and debt investments. The scheme aims to balance growth potential from equities with stability from debt and money market instruments. Investors can typically invest and redeem on business days (subject to scheme cut-off timings and applicable exit load).

 

The current NAV of the scheme is ₹14.94 as on 31 Jul 2026, and the risk level is Very High.

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) Key Metrics

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) was launched on 30 Dec 2021 and is benchmarked against [NIFTY 50 Hybrid Composite Debt 50:50 Index]. The scheme is managed by Neelesh Dhamnaskar who has been managing the fund since 16 Feb 2026 and the fund is also managed by Rahul Pal, Amit Garg. The exit load of the fund is Nil upto 10% of units and 1% for remaining units on or before 3M, Nil after 3M

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) Asset Type Allocation

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) invests across equity, hedged equity/arbitrage positions, debt instruments, money market securities, and cash equivalents. As of 30 Jun 2026, the portfolio is allocated to Corporate Debt (13%), Government Securities (6%), Certificate of Deposit (1%), Floating Rate Instruments (1%).

 

A quick way to read this: unhedged equity allocation drives long-term return potential, hedged equity helps maintain equity exposure while reducing market risk, and debt allocation provides stability and income support.

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) Market Cap Allocation

As of 1 Jun 2026, in terms of the entire equity allocation, the exposure to Large Cap is 43% , Mid Cap is 20% and Small Cap is 7%.

 

A quick way to read this: higher large-cap exposure generally indicates a more stable and liquid equity portfolio, while mid-cap and small-cap exposure can add return potential but may also increase volatility.

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) Top 5 holdings

The top 5 holdings of the fund are 8.52% Muthoot Finance Limited 2028 (3.9%), 7.53% National Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development 2028 (2.8%), 6.68% Government of India 2040 (2.2%), HDFC Bank Limited 2026 ** # (1.3%), 6.9601% Mindspace Business Parks REIT 2028 (1.1%)

 

In these Funds, top holdings are usually a mix of large-cap equities, government securities, corporate bonds, treasury instruments, cash equivalents, and hedged equity positions.

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) Top 5 Sector Allocation

The top sector exposures are

SectorAllocation (%)
"Bank23%
Finance18%
G-Sec6%
Pharmaceuticals & Drugs6%
Telecommunication3%

 

Sector allocation mainly reflects the equity portion of the portfolio and can influence short-term performance depending on which sectors are leading or lagging in the market.

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G)Performance:

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G)’s recent CAGR returns are 3.6% (1 year), 10.4% (3 years) and % (5 years). These returns are as of 4 Aug 2026

 

Against the full peer set, the scheme is ranked 15/36 over 1 year, 8/29 over 3 years, over 5 years period.

How much money would you have made:

If you had invested 1,00,000 in Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) then you would have got:

DurationAnnualized Returns (%)Current Total ValueCurrent Total Profit
1 Year3.6%103600.003600.00
3 Year10.4%110400.0010400.00
5 Year%

Note: These are historical returns and they may not repeat in the future.


Always check exit load before investing in any fund.

Equity quants of Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G):

As of 1 Jun 2026 , the fund’s Beta is 1 .

The fund’s Standard Deviation was 3% .

Similarly, Alpha was 0.

Also, Sharpe ratio was 0.

Debt quants of Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G):

As of 31 Jul 2026 , the fund’s YTM is 7% . A rising YTM often means the portfolio is earning at higher prevailing short-term rates, while a falling YTM can indicate either softer rates or a more conservative portfolio tilt. YTM (Yield to Maturity) is also one of the best forward-looking indicators for what returns may look like going ahead (not a guarantee, but a useful expectation gauge).

The fund’s Modified Duration was 1132 years. Modified duration is basically a sensitivity meter: in general, lower duration = lower interest-rate sensitivity.

Who should invest in Balanced Advantage Funds/ Dynamic Asset Allocation Funds?

It may suit investors who want to:

  • Participate in equity market growth without taking full pure-equity risk
  • Get dynamic allocation between equity and debt in one portfolio
  • Avoid timing the market on their own
  • Seek a smoother investment journey across market cycles
  • Stay invested for at least 3–5 years or more

Benefits of investing in Balanced Advantage Funds/ Dynamic Asset Allocation Funds:

It offers a few practical benefits: dynamic equity-debt allocation, lower volatility compared to pure equity funds, downside management during market corrections, professional asset allocation, and the convenience of investing in a hybrid strategy through one fund.

Things to consider before investing in Balanced Advantage Funds/ Dynamic Asset Allocation Funds.

These Funds are not risk-free. Key things to watch are net equity exposure, gross equity exposure, hedging strategy, debt portfolio quality, interest-rate sensitivity, sector concentration, and consistency of performance across market cycles.

Returns may be lower than pure equity funds during strong bull markets because part of the portfolio may be allocated to debt or hedged positions. At the same time, they may still fall during market corrections because they do carry equity exposure.

Taxation of Balanced Advantage Funds/ Dynamic Asset Allocation Funds:

Since this fund is treated as an equity-oriented fund (Equity > 65%):

  • Short-term capital gains (≤1 year): taxed at 20%
  • Long-term capital gains (>1 year): taxed at 12.5% (above ₹1.25 lakhs)

Tax rules are subject to change as per regulations.

Conclusion

Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) is positioned as a dynamic asset allocation fund that combines equity growth potential with debt stability.

A simple way to track whether it is doing its job is to follow four indicators: net equity allocation, consistency of returns, downside protection, and how actively the fund changes allocation across market cycles.

The strength of Balanced Advantage Funds lies in disciplined asset allocation — not in staying permanently aggressive or permanently conservative, but in adjusting the portfolio based on changing market conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

To invest a lumpsum amount in Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) with Ventura: Access the Mutual funds section by logging in to Ventura through your browser/mobile app Select Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) from the list, the amount to be invested & make the payment.

To start a SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) in Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) with Ventura: Access the Mutual funds section by logging in to Ventura through your browser/mobile app Select Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) from the list, the amount to be invested & date of deduction. Pay the first instalment towards your SIP. Set the autopay mandate to enable regular investment of future SIP instalments, directly from your bank account. And you're done. Note: Remember to keep your bank account funded with the amount for regular SIPs for your mutual fund investment in Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G).

It will take up to one trading day for the invested Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) units to reflect in your portfolio. For example, If you have made the investment in Mahindra Manulife Balanced Advantage Fund-Reg(G) on Monday before the cut-off time, the units will be allotted to you by Tuesday or the next working day if it is followed by a holiday. The NAV (Net Asset Value) for the units allotted will be as of the day you place your trades.

Yes, mutual funds can be bought or redeemed after market hours through the Ventura web platform or mobile application. However, the execution of these orders depends on the mutual fund's cutoff time for processing transactions.

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