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Indian ETFs provide diversified exposure across sectors like top Indian stocks, global tech, PSUs, and gold.
They offer low costs and risk diversification, making them accessible for various investor profiles.
Returns vary by focus, with some ETFs delivering strong growth and others suited for higher-risk, long-term gains.
Exchange-Traded Funds, or ETFs are catching the attention of more and more Indian investors. They make investing easier by allowing people to buy into a bunch of companies or an entire sector through one product. Think of it like buying a basket that holds different types of fruits in this case, stocks. This approach keeps costs low and spreads out the risk.
Here’s a look at some of the best-performing Indian ETFs in 2025, along with what makes each of them stand out:
This ETF puts money in big US tech companies like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Tesla. It's a good choice if you want to invest outside India, especially in global tech. In the last year, it gave about 18.5% return. Over 5 years, it gave around 22.5% every year on average. It manages over ₹8,800 crore and charges 0.54% as a fee. It’s a strong option for global investment.
This one tracks the top 50 Indian companies, including Reliance, HDFC Bank, TCS, and Infosys. It’s like betting on the Indian economy as a whole. The fund has a massive ₹36,600 crore in assets and a super low expense ratio of 0.04%. It gave a 12.2% return in the past year, with a stable 5-year average of 21.1%. It’s reliable, steady, and well-suited for long-term investing.
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This ETF invests in mid-sized companies not too small, not too big. It offers good growth with medium risk. In the last year, it gave a 14.3% return. Over the last 3 years, it grew by about 99.6%. It manages ₹1,752 crore and charges a low fee of 0.21%. It’s a good pick for people who want strong returns without taking big risks.
This ETF invests in major government-owned companies. It has done surprisingly well, driven by government reforms and divestment plans. A ₹5 lakh investment five years ago would now be worth over ₹19.5 lakh, which means a 5-year CAGR of 41.25%. With ₹36,966 crore under management and a low cost of 0.05%, it’s ideal for those confident in the future of India’s PSU sector.
This ETF invests in small companies that are young and growing fast. They are riskier but can give high returns if they do well. It gave a 5.7% return in the last year and has grown about 81.2% since it started in 2022. It manages ₹530 crore and charges a 0.30% fee. It’s best for long-term investors who don’t mind ups and downs.
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Gold is a popular way to stay safe when things feel uncertain. This ETF lets you invest in gold without buying real gold. It gave a 26.3% return in the last year and around 19.2% per year over 5 years. It manages ₹15,190 crore and charges a 0.82% fee. It’s a smart option when prices rise or markets go up and down.
This one covers the next 50 big companies after the Nifty 50. It’s a mix of rising large-caps and strong mid-caps. In the past three years, it delivered a return of 21.3%. With ₹267 crore in assets and a low fee of 0.13%, this ETF is good for anyone wanting to go beyond the most well-known names without taking on too much risk.
Investors have many ETF options. You can put money in top Indian companies, global tech giants, mid and small firms, public sector companies, or even gold. The right choice depends on your goals, risk level, and how long you want to invest. ETFs are a smart, low-cost way to grow your money and build a strong portfolio for the future.
