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SIF August 17, 2026 · 8 min read

Complete List of SIF Funds in India (2026): AMCs, Brands & Schemes

Every AMC running Specialised Investment Funds has to launch under a brand name distinct from its regular mutual fund business — which makes the category confusing to track. Here's every AMC and SIF brand live or launching in India, in one place.

📊 Key Data Point

SIF industry AUM reached approximately ₹17,858 crore across 27 schemes as of 30 June 2026 (AMFI) — up from roughly ₹2,010 crore in October 2025. Around 16 AMCs now operate SIF businesses, spanning 5 of SEBI's 7 defined SIF categories.

This category moves fast. New AMCs are receiving SIF approval and launching schemes throughout 2026. The list below reflects the state of the market as of August 2026 — always cross-check against AMFI's official SIF section or the specific AMC's SIF platform before investing.

AMCs With Live SIF Schemes

Each AMC operates its SIF business under a distinct brand, separate from its regular mutual fund identity. Here are the fund houses with live, investable SIF schemes as of August 2026:

AMCSIF BrandRepresentative Scheme(s)
Edelweiss Mutual FundAltiva SIFAltiva Hybrid Long-Short Fund, Altiva Equity Ex-Top 100 Long-Short Fund
SBI Mutual FundMagnum SIFMagnum Hybrid Long-Short Fund
quant Mutual FundqSIFqsif Equity Long-Short Fund, qsif Hybrid Long-Short Fund, qsif Equity Ex-Top 100 Long-Short Fund, qsif Active Asset Allocator Long-Short Fund
ICICI Prudential Mutual FundiSIFiSIF Equity Long-Short Fund, iSIF Active Asset Allocator Long-Short Fund
Tata Mutual FundTitanium SIFTitanium-branded long-short strategies
ITI Mutual FundDiviniti SIFDiviniti-branded long-short strategies
360 ONE Mutual FundDyna SIFDyna Equity Ex-Top 100 Long-Short Fund
Bandhan Mutual FundArudha SIFArudha-branded long-short strategies
Aditya Birla Sun Life MFApex SIFApex Hybrid Long-Short Fund
Mirae Asset Mutual FundPlatinum SIFPlatinum Hybrid Long-Short Fund
HSBC Mutual FundRedHex SIFRedHex Hybrid Long-Short Fund
Kotak Mahindra Mutual FundInfinity SIFInfinity Hybrid Long-Short Fund
Jio BlackRock Mutual FundPrism SIFPrism Hybrid Long-Short Fund
Invesco Mutual FundSummit SIFSummit Equity Long-Short Fund

Scheme names and launch status change frequently. Verify current NAV, inception date and scheme status directly with the AMC or on AMFI before investing.

AMCs in NFO or Approved-but-Awaiting-Launch Stage

Beyond the AMCs already live, several more have secured SEBI approval and are either running an NFO or preparing to launch:

  • Union Mutual Fund — Arthaya SIF (Arthaya Equity Long-Short Fund)
  • Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund — Sapphire SIF
  • The Wealth Company Mutual Fund — WSIF
  • DSP Mutual Fund — Endurance SIF
  • HDFC Mutual Fund — SIF licence secured, brand and products in development

Axis Mutual Fund and a few other large fund houses have reportedly applied for SIF licences and are awaiting SEBI approval as of mid-2026.

Strategy Categories Represented

SEBI defines seven possible SIF categories across equity, debt and hybrid buckets. As of mid-2026, live schemes span five of these:

  • Equity Long-Short — the largest category by scheme count
  • Equity Ex-Top 100 Long-Short — targets mid and small-cap alpha outside the largest 100 stocks
  • Hybrid Long-Short — the largest category by AUM, roughly 76% of total SIF assets
  • Active Asset Allocator Long-Short — dynamic allocation across equity, debt and derivatives
  • Sector Rotation Long-Short — concentrated, rotating sector bets with short hedges

Debt Long-Short and Sectoral Debt Long-Short — the remaining two SEBI-defined categories — had no live schemes as of mid-2026.

For a full explanation of what each of these strategies actually does, see our SIF introduction guide.

How to Actually Invest in One

Unlike mutual funds, SIF availability on regular investment apps is still uneven. Some AMCs run a dedicated SIF platform entirely separate from their mutual fund website (for example, Altiva SIF and Magnum SIF have their own portals), while third-party platforms are gradually adding SIF support. Before investing, check the specific AMC's SIF website directly, or look up the scheme on AMFI's SIF section for current availability and the exact minimum investment and transaction process for that AMC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many SIF schemes are live in India?

Around 27-30 live or NFO-stage SIF schemes from roughly 13-16 AMCs as of mid-2026, with SIF industry AUM reported at approximately ₹17,858 crore as of 30 June 2026 (AMFI). The exact count changes frequently as more AMCs launch, so check AMFI's SIF section for the current live figure.

Which AMCs were first to launch SIFs?

Edelweiss Mutual Fund (Altiva SIF), SBI Mutual Fund (Magnum SIF) and quant Mutual Fund (qSIF) were among the earliest to launch live SIF schemes, followed by ICICI Prudential (iSIF), Tata (Titanium SIF), ITI (Diviniti SIF), 360 ONE (Dyna SIF) and Bandhan (Arudha SIF).

Why do SIFs have separate brand names instead of the AMC's mutual fund name?

SEBI requires every AMC to operate its SIF business under a brand identity distinct from its regular mutual fund platform, to keep the higher-risk, higher-minimum SIF category clearly separated from standard mutual fund products in investors' minds.

People Also Ask

Is quant's qSIF the same as its mutual fund schemes?
No. qSIF is quant Mutual Fund's separate SIF brand, run under the SIF regulatory framework with its own ₹10 lakh minimum and long-short mandates — distinct from quant's regular mutual fund schemes.
Do all AMCs offering SIFs also offer mutual funds?
Yes — SIFs are only offered by SEBI-registered AMCs that already run a mutual fund business; there's no standalone SIF-only license path.
Will more AMCs launch SIFs in the future?
Very likely. Several large fund houses have applied for or received SIF licences and are still finalising products, so the number of live AMCs and schemes is expected to keep growing through 2026.

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any specific scheme. SIF scheme availability, brand names and launch status change frequently — verify current details directly with AMFI or the respective AMC before investing. SIFs are subject to market risks including the risk of loss of capital. Read the Scheme Information Document carefully and consult a SEBI-registered investment advisor before investing.