Top Performing Mutual Funds in 2025: 1-Year & 3-Year Performance Tracker | CapitalKeeper
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Track the best performing mutual funds in 2025. Analyze 1-year and 3-year returns across equity, midcap, hybrid, and ELSS categories with fund insights.
Top Performing Mutual Funds in 2025: 1-Year & 3-Year Performance Tracker
In a volatile yet opportunity-rich market environment, investors need to stay updated with mutual funds that consistently deliver. This curated performance tracker for 2025 highlights top mutual funds across categories based on their 1-year and 3-year returns, helping you make smarter SIP and lumpsum decisions.
(All returns are approximate and for educational reference only. Past performance is not indicative of future results.)

1. Large Cap Mutual Funds (Stable Bluechip Exposure)
Fund Name | 1-Year Return | 3-Year CAGR |
---|---|---|
SBI Bluechip Fund | 21% | 15% |
ICICI Prudential Bluechip Fund | 19.8% | 14.5% |
📌 Why consider: Suitable for long-term wealth creation with moderate risk.
2. Mid Cap Mutual Funds (Growth-Oriented Exposure)
Fund Name | 1-Year Return | 3-Year CAGR |
---|---|---|
Kotak Emerging Equity Fund | 28.5% | 20.2% |
Motilal Oswal Midcap Fund | 26.7% | 19.5% |
📌 Why consider: For aggressive investors aiming to beat inflation and index averages.
3. Small Cap Funds (High Growth, High Risk)
Fund Name | 1-Year Return | 3-Year CAGR |
---|---|---|
Nippon India Small Cap Fund | 32.2% | 22.3% |
Axis Small Cap Fund | 30.4% | 21.1% |
📌 Caution: Ideal for SIPs over 5+ years only. Avoid lumpsum investments in high valuations.
4. Hybrid Mutual Funds (Balanced Risk)
Fund Name | 1-Year Return | 3-Year CAGR |
---|---|---|
ICICI Pru Equity & Debt Fund | 16.2% | 12.8% |
HDFC Balanced Advantage Fund | 15.5% | 11.7% |
📌 Good For: First-time investors and retirement-focused portfolios.
5. Best Performing ELSS Funds (Tax Saving + Equity Exposure)
Fund Name | 1-Year Return | 3-Year CAGR |
---|---|---|
Mirae Asset Tax Saver Fund | 20.5% | 17% |
Canara Robeco ELSS Tax Saver | 19.2% | 16.2% |
📌 Reminder: Lock-in period is 3 years; ideal for SIP-based tax-saving strategy.
📊 How to Use This Tracker?
- Revisit every quarter to update your SIP allocations
- Use as a benchmark to compare your existing fund’s performance
- Combine with tools like our SIP Calculator to optimize returns
🧠 Pro Tips:
✅ Never switch funds just based on short-term underperformance
✅ Consider consistency, not just peak returns
✅ Align fund selection with goal horizon (not just returns)
🔁 Internal Links for Deeper Insights
- SIP vs Lumpsum: What Works Better in 2025?
- ELSS vs PPF – Which Tax Saving Option Wins?
- Best Mutual Funds to Invest in August 2025
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