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DSP Healthcare Fund
NAV, returns, holdings and category rank. Updated 6 Nov 2026.
DSP Healthcare Fund is a Sectoral/Thematic fund from DSP. Over the last three years its regular plan returned +20.2% a year, #12 of 142 Sectoral/Thematic mutual funds on that measure. Its largest holdings are IPCA Laboratories Ltd, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, Cipla Ltd.
At a glance
What it holds
- Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology 66%
- Healthcare Services 18%
- Healthcare Equipment & Supplies 8%
- Insurance 1%
- Other / cash 8%
92% in shares across 31 stocks. Biggest: IPCA Laboratories Ltd, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, Cipla Ltd.
Last five years
How bumpy
Worst fall in five years
In past market falls
From AMFI NAV history (via mfapi.in) and NSE's Nifty 50 month-end levels, price only. Past performance may or may not be sustained in future. A description of the past, not a rating or a recommendation.
| Plan | NAV | 1 year | 3 years a yr | 5 years a yr | 3Y rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | ₹45.586 | +16.34% | +20.18% | +14.95% | #12 of 142 |
| Direct | ₹51.183 | +17.87% | +21.79% | +16.50% | #13 of 142 |
1-year figures are absolute returns; 3 and 5-year figures are yearly compounded. Growth options, from AMFI's NAVs. Ranks compare the same plan within the category by past return; they are not a rating.
What DSP Healthcare Fund owns
31 stocks, 92.2% of the fund in shares, from the portfolio DSP disclosed for September 2026.
Top 10 holdings
Sector mix
Other Sectoral/Thematic mutual funds
| Fund | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nippon India Taiwan Equity Fund | +37.70% | +39.31% | — |
| HDFC Defence Fund | +19.63% | +33.15% | — |
| HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund | +26.81% | +29.76% | — |
| SBI Healthcare Opportunities Fund | +21.11% | +24.01% | +18.53% |
| HDFC Transportation and Logistics Fund | +8.74% | +23.48% | — |
| UTI Healthcare Fund | +17.70% | +23.19% | +15.83% |
| Mirae Asset Healthcare Fund | +22.57% | +23.03% | +15.61% |
| ICICI Prudential Healthcare Fund | +8.48% | +21.78% | +16.32% |
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Questions
What is the NAV of DSP Healthcare Fund?
The regular plan's NAV was ₹45.586 on 6 Nov 2026. The direct plan's NAV was ₹51.183 on 6 Nov 2026.
What returns has DSP Healthcare Fund given?
Regular plan: +16.3% over 1 year, +20.2% a year over 3 years and +14.9% a year over 5 years, as of 6 Nov 2026. Past performance may or may not be sustained in future.
Which stocks does DSP Healthcare Fund hold?
As disclosed for September 2026, its top holdings were IPCA Laboratories Ltd, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, Cipla Ltd, out of 31 stocks.
Should I choose the regular or the direct plan?
Both plans hold the same portfolio. The direct plan has a lower expense ratio; the regular plan is bought through a distributor, who is paid a commission and helps you choose, invest and keep track.