Dailymirror.news,Mumbai, October 10, 2025: The Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) today released its monthly data for September 2025, showcasing sustained momentum in the mutual fund sector amid economic resilience. The industry’s Net Assets Under Management (AUM) reached an impressive ₹75,61,309.29 crore, up from ₹75,18,702.50 crore in August 2025. The Average Assets Under Management (AAUM) for the month stood at ₹77,77,801.70 crore, reflecting robust investor participation.

Key Growth Metrics:

  • Folios Expansion: Total mutual fund folios surged to 25,19,23,162 by end-September, with 30,13,738 new folios added during the month—compared to 24,89,09,424 in August. This marks a significant broadening of investor base.
  • Retail Segment Strength: Retail folios in Equity, Hybrid, and Solution-Oriented schemes climbed to 19,80,54,156 (from 19,64,01,310 in August), while the corresponding AUM hit ₹44,61,239 crore, underscoring retail investors’ deepening engagement.
  • Equity Inflows Milestone: September marked the 55th consecutive month of positive equity inflows since March 2021, with Growth/Equity-Oriented schemes attracting ₹30,421.69 crore—demonstrating unwavering confidence in equities for long-term wealth building.

SIP Surge: A New Benchmark

Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) continue to drive disciplined investing, with SIP AUM reaching ₹15,52,303 crore—accounting for 20.2% of the total mutual fund industry assets. Monthly SIP contributions hit a record ₹29,360.66 crore, supported by 9,25,21,155 active contributing accounts. This growth highlights the shift toward systematic, rupee-cost averaging strategies among retail investors.

New Fund Launches

The industry saw the launch of 9 open-ended schemes across various categories, mobilizing a total of ₹1,959 crore. These launches further diversify options for investors seeking tailored solutions.

Industry Perspective

Mr. Venkat N. Chalasani, Chief Executive, AMFI, commented on the data: “The mutual fund industry maintained its growth momentum in September, with total assets rising to ₹75.61 lakh crore despite temporary outflows linked to advance tax payments. Equity funds witnessed positive inflows for the 55th consecutive month, reflecting investors’ confidence in equities as a long-term asset class.

SIPs reached a new milestone with record monthly contribution of ₹29,361 crore and 9.25 crore active accounts, reaffirming retail investors’ growing preference for disciplined and systematic investing.

The addition of over 30 lakh new folios, taking the total to beyond 25 crore, underscores the widening reach and trust in mutual funds as a key vehicle for wealth creation. As an industry, we remain focused on deepening investor awareness and strengthening participation across India’s diverse investor base.”

This data reaffirms the mutual fund sector’s role as a cornerstone of financial inclusion and wealth creation in India. For detailed reports, visit the AMFI website.