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Equity ETFs India — Index & Thematic ETFs

Browse all equity ETFs listed on Indian exchanges, from broad market trackers like Nifty 50 and Sensex ETFs to thematic options covering banking, IT, pharma, and more. Equity ETFs have become one of the most cost-effective ways to invest in Indian markets, offering diversification and low expenses in a single trade. This page lets you compare ETFs by price, AUM, expense ratio, tracking error, and historical returns to find the best fit for your portfolio. Whether you are building a core index allocation or adding tactical sector exposure, the data here helps you make an informed choice.

41 ETFs found

ETF NamePriceChange%
ABSL Nifty Next 50

ABSLNN50ET · NSE

77.84+0.00%
Nippon India Nifty Alpha 50 ETF

ALPHA · NSE

54.14+0.07%
Axis Bank ETF

AXISBNKETF · NSE

597.09-0.01%
Nippon India Bank BeES

BANKBEES · NSE

597.75-0.01%
ICICI Pru Bharat 22 ETF

BHARATIWIN · NSE

98.5+0.07%
Nippon India CPSE ETF

CPSEETF · NSE

94.2-0.05%
ICICI Pru Dividend Opps

DIVOPPBEES · NSE

77.63+0.00%
Gabelli Merger Plus+ Trust Ord

GMP · PNK

9+0.00%
HDFC Midcap 150 ETF

HDFCMID150 · NSE

23.7+0.00%
HDFC Nifty Next 50 ETF

HDFCNEXT50 · NSE

75.61+0.07%
HDFC Nifty Bank ETF

HDFCNIFBAN · NSE

59.36+0.00%
HDFC Nifty 50 ETF

HDFCNIFTY · NSE

273.7+0.00%
HDFC Sensex ETF

HDFCSENSEX · NSE

87.98+0.14%
HDFC Smallcap 250 ETF

HDFCSML250 · NSE

185.64-0.01%
ICICI Prudential Bharat 22 ETF

ICICIB22 · NSE

115.43+0.00%
ICICI Pru Midcap 150

ICICIM150 · NSE

180.5-1.04%
ICICI Pru Nifty 50 ETF

ICICNIFTY · NSE

250.8-0.42%
Invesco Nifty 50 ETF

IVZINGOLD · NSE

138.05+0.00%
Nippon India Nifty Next 50 BeES

JUNIORBEES · NSE

800.09-0.00%
Kotak Nifty 50 ETF

KOTAKNIFTY · NSE

248.9-0.65%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are equity ETFs?

Equity ETFs are exchange-traded funds that invest in a basket of stocks, typically tracking a specific index like Nifty 50, Sensex, or Bank Nifty. They trade on the stock exchange just like individual shares and can be bought or sold throughout the trading day at market prices. Equity ETFs offer instant diversification at a very low cost — their expense ratios are usually much lower than actively managed mutual funds because they passively track an index.

ETF vs index mutual fund — what is the difference?

Both track the same index, but ETFs trade on the exchange in real-time while index funds are bought and sold at end-of-day NAV. ETFs generally have lower expense ratios and no exit loads, but you pay brokerage on each trade and need a demat account. Index funds are simpler to invest in through SIPs and don't require a demat account. For lump sum investments, ETFs are often cheaper. For regular SIP investing, index funds may be more convenient.

What is tracking error and why does it matter?

Tracking error measures how closely an ETF follows its benchmark index. A lower tracking error means the ETF does a better job of replicating index returns. Tracking error arises from factors like fund expenses, cash drag, and rebalancing delays. When comparing similar ETFs — say two different Nifty 50 ETFs — the one with lower tracking error and lower expense ratio will likely deliver returns closer to the actual Nifty 50 performance over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ETF and how does it work in India?

An Exchange Traded Fund, or ETF, is a basket of securities that tracks an index, commodity or theme and trades on the NSE and BSE like a normal stock. You buy and sell units through a demat and trading account at live market prices during the trading session. Most Indian ETFs are passive, aiming to mirror an index such as the Nifty 50 rather than beat it.

How is an ETF different from a mutual fund?

Both pool investor money, but an ETF trades on an exchange in real time at market price, whereas a mutual fund is bought and sold once a day at NAV directly with the fund house. ETFs require a demat account and usually have lower expense ratios, while mutual funds allow SIPs and fractional amounts more easily. ETF prices can differ slightly from NAV due to demand and supply.

What is tracking error in an ETF?

Tracking error measures how closely an ETF follows its underlying index. It is the difference between the ETF's returns and the index returns over a period. A low tracking error means the fund is doing its job of replicating the index faithfully. It arises from the expense ratio, cash holdings, dividend timing and trading costs, so investors often prefer ETFs with consistently low tracking error.

Are gold ETFs a good way to invest in gold?

Gold ETFs let you invest in gold in electronic form, with each unit typically backed by physical gold of high purity held by the fund. They trade on the NSE and BSE, so you avoid the storage risk, making charges and purity concerns of physical gold. Prices track domestic gold rates closely. They are held in your demat account and can be bought or sold during market hours.