Rising investor participation lifts mutual fund assets to new record

India’s mutual fund industry continued its expansion with assets under management reaching Rs 80.8 lakh crore in November 2025, marking an 18.7% year on-year increase. Equity oriented schemes accounted for over 60% of total AUM at Rs 58.26 lakh crore. Systematic investment plan inflows rose 16% annually to Rs 29,445 crore, reflecting sustained retail participation.