Tata Small Cap Fund SIP Calculator
Calculate historical returns and project future compounding for Tata Small Cap. Test different monthly amounts, tenures, and step-up scenarios using real historical NAV performance.
Category
Small Cap
AUM
₹13,094 Cr
Expense Ratio
0.51%
Fund Manager
Chandraprakash Padiyar, Jeetendra Khatri
Tata Small Cap Historical SIP Performance & Returns Table
Historical value of standard monthly SIP investments based on actual fund CAGRs.
| Monthly SIP | 3 Years @ 11.9% CAGR | 5 Years @ 15.3% CAGR | 10 Years @ 15.3% CAGR |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹1,000/mo | ₹43,416 Invested: ₹36,000 | ₹90,417 Invested: ₹60,000 | ₹2,83,691 Invested: ₹1,20,000 |
| ₹2,500/mo | ₹1,08,541 Invested: ₹90,000 | ₹2,26,043 Invested: ₹1,50,000 | ₹7,09,226 Invested: ₹3,00,000 |
| ₹5,000/mo | ₹2,17,082 Invested: ₹1,80,000 | ₹4,52,086 Invested: ₹3,00,000 | ₹14,18,453 Invested: ₹6,00,000 |
| ₹10,000/mo | ₹4,34,164 Invested: ₹3,60,000 | ₹9,04,172 Invested: ₹6,00,000 | ₹28,36,906 Invested: ₹12,00,000 |
| ₹25,000/mo | ₹10,85,411 Invested: ₹9,00,000 | ₹22,60,431 Invested: ₹15,00,000 | ₹70,92,264 Invested: ₹30,00,000 |
* Projections calculated using actual historical 3-year (11.87%), 5-year (15.29%), and 10-year (15.29%) performance data. Actual mutual fund returns fluctuate with market NAV.
Expert Editorial Analysis & Investment Review
Independent, data-driven assessment of Tata Small Cap Fund covering strategy, benchmark tracking, risk metrics, and suitability for long-term SIP portfolios.
Fund Overview
Tata Small Cap Fund is Tata Mutual Fund’s small cap offering, investing in high-growth small companies with strong balance sheets and clear earnings visibility. Managing ₹12,700+ crore, the fund has built a reputation as the quality-first option in a category known for extreme swings.
The portfolio is deliberately diversified — industrials (Kirloskar Pneumatic), metals (Usha Martin), banking (IDFC First Bank), chemicals (Sudarshan Chemical) and conglomerates (Godrej Industries) — a stark contrast to the concentrated, momentum-driven books of some small cap rivals.
Who Should Invest
This fund is for aggressive long-term investors (7+ years) who want small cap alpha but are uncomfortable with the extreme drawdowns of momentum strategies. Its quality tilt historically delivers smaller drawdowns than the category average, making it more SIP-friendly for investors who plan to invest through a full market cycle.
It suits investors who believe the best small companies can compound for a decade, and who prefer holding a broad basket of them rather than betting on a handful of high-fliers.
Key Strengths
- Best risk-adjusted returns in the category — Sharpe ratio of ~0.84, far above the small cap average
- Quality discipline — balance-sheet strength and earnings visibility are non-negotiable filters in stock selection
- Shallower drawdowns — fell ~35% in the 2024-25 correction versus 45-50% for aggressive peers
- Proven manager — Chandraprakash Padiyar has run the fund since inception with 24 years of market experience
Risks to Consider
- Small cap beta — even quality small caps fall hard in corrections; 30-40% drawdowns remain possible
- Missed momentum rallies — in pure momentum phases (2024), the quality tilt underperforms aggressive rivals
- Liquidity — small cap stocks are thinly traded; the fund’s ₹12,700 crore size limits exit flexibility in stressed markets
- Short track record — launched in 2018, the fund has not yet completed a full small cap cycle
How It Compares
Against Nippon India Small Cap, Quant Small Cap and Kotak Small Cap, Tata Small Cap is the quality/defensive end of the category. It underperforms during explosive small cap rallies (2020-21, 2024) and outperforms during corrections (2022, 2024-25) — over a full cycle its risk-adjusted returns beat most peers, with a 15.5% 5-year CAGR and the category’s best Sharpe ratio.
Performance Context
Since its November 2018 launch, the fund has compounded at 21.2% annually — including the 2020 crash, the 2022 bear market and the 2024-25 small cap correction. Its resilience in each down phase, followed by solid recoveries, is exactly the pattern that makes small cap SIPs work: buying through drawdowns compounds into category-leading long-term returns.
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About Tata Small Cap Fund
A quality-focused small cap fund from Tata Mutual Fund, investing in high-growth small companies with strong balance sheets and clear earnings visibility.
Investment Strategy
Bottom-up stock picking across the small cap universe favoring quality compounders — Kirloskar Pneumatic, Usha Martin, Godrej Industries — with disciplined risk management.
Key Facts
- Best-in-category Sharpe ratio of ~0.84 for a small cap fund
- Quality-focused, balance-sheet-first stock selection
- Benchmark: NIFTY Smallcap 250 TRI
- Expense ratio: 0.50% (Direct)
Historical Returns
3-Year CAGR
11.87%
5-Year CAGR
15.29%
10-Year CAGR
N/A
Benchmark
NIFTY Smallcap 250 TRI
Returns are illustrative based on historical performance. Actual returns may vary. Data as of August 2026. Verify with AMC before investing.
Top Holdings & Sector Allocation
As of September 2026, Tata Small Cap's portfolio includes:
Top 5 Holdings
- Kirloskar Pneumatic
- Usha Martin
- IDFC First Bank
- Godrej Industries
- Sudarshan Chemical
Sector Allocation
Diversified across industrials (Kirloskar Pneumatic), metals (Usha Martin), banking (IDFC First), chemicals (Sudarshan) and consumer conglomerates (Godrej Industries).
Risk & Drawdowns
High volatility — annualized standard deviation ~17% — but with the best risk-adjusted returns in the small cap category (Sharpe ~0.84).
The fund fell ~35% in the 2024-25 small cap correction — shallower than most peers thanks to its quality tilt — and recovered quickly as small caps re-rallied.
Tax Treatment
Equity fund — LTCG at 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25 lakh per year; STCG at 20%.
Who Should NOT Invest in Tata Small Cap?
Investors with horizons under 7 years or those who cannot tolerate small cap drawdowns of 30-40%.
About the Fund Manager
Chandraprakash Padiyar has managed the fund since inception in 2018, with 24 years of experience; Jeetendra Khatri joined as assistant fund manager in 2023.
Who Is This Fund Suitable For?
Suitable for aggressive investors with a 7+ year horizon who want small cap alpha without the extreme concentration of momentum-driven rivals.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tata Small Cap
What is the historical SIP return of Tata Small Cap?
Based on the latest data, Tata Small Cap has delivered an annualized return (CAGR) of 11.87% over 3 years, 15.29% over 5 years, and N/A over 10 years. The fund fell ~35% in the 2024-25 small cap correction — shallower than most peers thanks to its quality tilt — and recovered quickly as small caps re-rallied.
How is Tata Small Cap SIP return calculated?
SIP returns are calculated using the XIRR (Extended Internal Rate of Return) method. Each monthly installment buys units at the fund's Net Asset Value (NAV) on that specific day. When markets are down, your SIP buys more units, and when markets are up, it buys fewer units (rupee cost averaging). Our calculator replays this exact process using historical NAV data to compute the precise current value of your accumulated units.
How much return would ₹5,000 monthly SIP in Tata Small Cap generate over 5 years?
At an estimated annual return rate of 15.29%, a monthly ₹5,000 investment (₹3,00,000 total invested) would grow to approximately ₹4,52,086 in 5 years, yielding an estimated wealth gain of ₹1,52,086. Use our interactive calculator above to test custom amounts with actual historical NAV data.
What are the top holdings in Tata Small Cap?
Tata Small Cap's top holdings include Kirloskar Pneumatic, Usha Martin, IDFC First Bank, and Godrej Industries. The fund's sector allocation is Diversified across industrials (Kirloskar Pneumatic), metals (Usha Martin), banking (IDFC First), chemicals (Sudarshan) and consumer conglomerates (Godrej Industries)..
What is the risk profile of Tata Small Cap?
High volatility — annualized standard deviation ~17% — but with the best risk-adjusted returns in the small cap category (Sharpe ~0.84). This fund may not be suitable for investors with horizons under 7 years or those who cannot tolerate small cap drawdowns of 30-40%..
What are the tax implications of investing in Tata Small Cap?
Equity fund — LTCG at 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25 lakh per year; STCG at 20%.
Data last updated: September 2026 | Fund data sourced from AMFI and BSE public APIs
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