PGIM India Arbitrage Fund - Regular Plan - Growth
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Delivered positive returns in 100% of 3-year investment horizons.
- Cost-efficient: expense ratio of 1.91% is lower than category median (2.12%).
- Over 12 years of operational history across different market cycles.
- Equities carry market risk; returns fluctuate and recommended investment horizon is 5+ years.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +0.81% | +0.72% | +0.09% |
| 3 Months | +1.66% | +1.49% | +0.17% |
| 6 Months | +3.14% | +3.04% | +0.10% |
| 1 Year | +6.12% | +6.13% | -0.01% |
| 3 Years CAGR | +6.35% | +6.54% | -0.19% |
| 5 Years CAGR | +5.84% | +6.08% | -0.24% |
| 7 Years CAGR | +5.24% | +5.49% | -0.25% |
| 10 Years CAGR | +5.44% | +5.69% | -0.25% |
| Since Inception | +5.46% | - | - |
📈 Monthly SIP vs Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) Replay
See how a regular monthly SIP in PGIM India Arbitrage Fund compares against a standard 7.0% p.a. Bank Fixed Deposit.
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +5.30% | +5.16% | +0.14% |
| 2025 | +5.93% | +6.23% | -0.30% |
| 2024 | +7.08% | +7.46% | -0.38% |
| 2023 | +6.61% | +7.05% | -0.44% |
| 2022 | +3.77% | +4.06% | -0.29% |
| 2021 | +3.56% | +3.55% | +0.01% |
| 2020 | +3.87% | +4.08% | -0.21% |
| 2019 | +5.93% | +6.07% | -0.14% |
| 2018 | +5.58% | +6.06% | -0.48% |
| 2017 | +5.89% | +5.58% | +0.31% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | +2.88% | +5.42% | +5.82% | +7.36% | 100.0% | - |
| 3-Year Rolling | +3.58% | +5.26% | +5.29% | +6.65% | 100.0% | - |
| 5-Year Rolling | +4.45% | +5.01% | +4.95% | +5.84% | 100.0% | - |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equity and Equity related instruments including Index and stock derivatives- Min 65 % and Max 100% Certificate of Deposits, Government Securities, Mutual fund units of liquid, money market - Min 0 % and Max 35 % Gold ETFs & Silver ETFs - Min 0% and Max 25% Exchange Traded Commodity Derivatives (ETCDs) related to Gold and Silver - Min 0% and Max 10% | Per Scheme Mandate |
Investment Objective & Strategy
To generate income by investing in arbitrage opportunities that potentially exist between the cash and derivatives market as well as within the derivatives segment of the market. Investments may also be made in debt & money market instruments. However, there is no assurance or guarantee that the investment objective of the Scheme will be achieved. The Scheme does not guarantee/ indicate any returns.
ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 109 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as small relative to Arbitrage schemes.
Fund Management
Cost & Capital Gains Taxation
From April 2026 the total expense ratio includes brokerage, transaction costs and statutory levies on top of the base fee.
Equity-oriented schemes: 20% short-term capital gains tax if sold within 12 months; 12.5% long-term capital gains tax on gains exceeding ₹1.25 lakh per financial year when held for more than 12 months.
Closest Arbitrage Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND | 4.2 | +6.36% | 2.23% | - | Rs 1,014 cr | Compare → |
| JM Arbitrage Fund | 2.6 | +6.27% | 2.11% | - | Rs 418 cr | Compare → |
| LIC MF Arbitrage Fund | 4.5 | +6.41% | 1.62% | - | Rs 300 cr | Compare → |
| Bajaj Finserv Arbitrage Fund | 4.1 | +6.27% | 1.97% | - | Rs 1,352 cr | Compare → |
| BANDHAN Arbitrage Fund | 3.5 | +6.53% | 2.31% | - | Rs 7,699 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about PGIM India Arbitrage Fund
What is the expense ratio of PGIM India Arbitrage Fund?
PGIM India Arbitrage Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 1.91% with a base expense ratio of 0.88%, compared to the Arbitrage category median of 2.12%.
Who manages PGIM India Arbitrage Fund?
PGIM India Arbitrage Fund is managed by Chetan Chavan (tenure: 2.6 years since 2024-03-29).
What are the historical returns of PGIM India Arbitrage Fund?
PGIM India Arbitrage Fund delivered a 3-year CAGR of 6.35% and a 5-year CAGR of 5.84%. Its 1-year return stands at +6.12%.
How large is PGIM India Arbitrage Fund?
PGIM India Arbitrage Fund manages assets of Rs 109 cr, placing it in the 'small' size band relative to Arbitrage peers.
How is PGIM India Arbitrage Fund scored on MFIQ?
PGIM India Arbitrage Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 3.7/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is PGIM India Arbitrage Fund?
PGIM India Arbitrage Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 1.19% with a maximum historical drawdown of -0.73%.