Launched on June 29, 1987, SBI Magnum Children's Benefit Fund Savings Plan Direct is a hybrid mutual fund by SBI Mutual Fund. Managed by Rajiv Radhakrishnan, it holds an AUM of ₹11,46,620 Cr with a NAV of ₹119.01 (as of June 25, 2025). The fund blends debt and equity to support long-term goals for children.
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Future Premiums are paid by the insurer upon death of policyholder
Flexible Payout Options
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Tax Benefits^
You get tax benefits under Section 80(C) and no tax on returns under Section 10 (10D)
Investment Flexibility
It offers the flexibility to invest at regular intervals or as a one-time contribution
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The fund follows a hybrid strategy, aiming to generate regular income through debt and money market instruments and long-term capital appreciation via an actively managed equity portfolio.
It offers flexibility with a low minimum SIP of ₹500 and ₹5000 as a lump sum, making it accessible to young parents and new investors.
Exit load structure: 3% if redeemed within 1 year, 2% within 2 years, and 1% within 3 years, encouraging long-term holding.
Managed by experienced fund manager Rajiv Radhakrishnan, ensuring professional asset allocation and risk management.
This child plan suits investors seeking a balanced investment option to secure their child’s financial future.
Key Information About SBI Magnum Children's Benefit Fund
Fund House
SBI Mutual Fund
Date of Incorporation
29 Jun 1987
Total AUM
₹127.11C
Fund Benchmark
NIFTY 50 Hybrid Composite Debt 15:85 Conservative Index
NAV of the Fund
₹119.01 (as of 25 June 2025)
Min. SIP Investment
₹500
Expense Ratio
0.85%
Returns since inception
12.42%
Risk Level
Moderate Risk
Investment Objective
The scheme seeks to provide the investors an opportunity to earn regular income predominantly through investment in debt and money market instruments and capital appreciation through an actively managed equity portfolio.
Top 10 Holdings of SBI Magnum Children's Benefit Fund
Name
Sector
Assets
Uttar Pradesh State
Others
12.41%
GOI
Sovereign
8.32%
GOI
Sovereign
8.15%
GOI
Sovereign
7.92%
Rajasthan State
Others
4.20%
Sundaram Finance Ltd.
Financial
4.10%
LIC Housing Finance Ltd.
Financial
4.03%
Nexus Select Trust
Construction
3.96%
Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Ltd.
Financial
3.94%
GOI
Sovereign
2.70%
GOI: Government of India
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Sector Allocation of SBI Magnum Children's Benefit Fund
Equity Sector Allocation
Sector
Allocation (%)
Consumer Discretionary
54.6%
Industrials
15.1%
Materials
9.9%
Technology
6.5%
Financial
5.6%
Consumer Staples
4.8%
Energy & Utilities
3.4%
Debt Sector Allocation
Sector
Allocation (%)
Sovereign
37.8%
Financial
26.8%
Others
23.2%
Construction
5.5%
Services
3.3%
Communication
2.2%
Energy
1.1%
Expense Ratio, Exit Load and Taxation of the SBI Magnum Children's Benefit Fund
Category
Percentage/Details
Expense Ratio
0.85%
Exit Load
3% if redeemed within 1 year, 2% if redeemed within 2 years and 1% if redeemed within 3 years
FAQs
How diversified is the equity portfolio of this fund?
The fund is fairly diversified across sectors like Industrials (15.1%), Materials (9.9%), Technology (6.5%), and Financials (5.6%), along with smaller allocations in Consumer Staples (4.8%) and Energy & Utilities (3.4%). This helps balance risk and return.
What is the main focus of the debt allocation in the fund?
The fund primarily invests in Sovereign debt, which makes up 37.8% of its debt portfolio. Sovereign securities are government-backed and considered low-risk, providing stability to the portfolio.
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