The mutual fund industry’s assets under management (AUM) climbed close to Rs 80 lakh crore in October, with passive and flexi-cap funds continuing to draw strong investor interest.

According to the latest data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), passive investing in India maintained its steady rise. Between September and October 2025, the AUM of passive funds increased to Rs 13.67 lakh crore from Rs 12.99 lakh crore, marking a month-on-month growth of more than 5%. Advertisement

Hemen Bhatia, Executive Director and CEO, Angel One Asset Management Company, said, “This momentum shows an inclination in investor preference towards transparent and cost-efficient investment options. As more investors adopt passive strategies for long-term wealth creation, this trend will con

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