Sir i invest every month 10000 Rs plz suggest which is best sip and any other

Ans: I have no idea about your age, future financial goals, your risk profile and your existing investments. So, while giving one suggested solution to you, I’m assuming that you’re young (less than 40 years of age), are open to equity investing, have a long term horizon of at least 7 years or more and would have the nerves to not get unduly perturbed if markets go temporarily down.

Very first point to note is that when you write that you’re investing for 20 years, please do imbibe it into your thinking too that you’re in it for a very long term. Typically, investors change their investing horizon as per the market conditions – if markets remain good, they’re long term players, if markets turn down, they start exiting in panic and become short term players. Please remember that markets will always give great returns only if you ‘spend time in the markets, rather than try timing the market’.

Since you’re just 37 years old, you have a huge age advantage (those younger have even more advantage!) – use it to your benefit. I have no idea about your other investments, your future financial goals and your risk profile (implying how much volatility are you comfortable with in the markets).

So, I’m just giving you a high-equity portfolio which is a long term portfolio but needs to be reviewed and maybe rebalanced every year. I’m also assuming that you have no other funds or equity.
The portfolio that I would suggest is:-
1. Large Cap - 20% of SIP amount - HDFC Index Fund
2. Flexicap – 20% - Parag Parikh Flexicap Fund
3. Midcap – 20% - Kotak Emerging Equity Fund
4. Aggressive Hybrid – 20% - Canara Robeco Equity Hybrid Fund
5. Small Cap – 20% - SBI Small Cap Fund

In the above portfolio, the last, Small Cap category, will be very volatile and you will need to get used to it. If you’re not up to its gyrations, stick to first four with 25% allocation each.

Ans: The funds will depend on your future requirements and the time duration of your investment.
Generally for a younger age group who has a time horizon of 7 years + , one can invest in small caps, mid caps and thematic funds.

Ans: start with a large cap mutual fund any 4 + star rated one

Ans: Canara Robeco Bluechip Equity Fund Direct-Growth
PGIM India Midcap Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth
Kotak Small Cap Fund
HDFC Balance Advange Fund
Allocate equally

Ans: You are 30 years old and planning to invest Rs. 10,000 every month. You want to invest for 5 years. You are considering SIP, but not sure where to start. First, let me appreciate your disciplined thought. Starting early is the right move. Let us now go step by step in detail with a 360-degree assessment.

Age and Investment Time Frame
You are young with good time ahead for building wealth.

You have a 5-year time horizon.

This is short-to-medium duration for mutual fund investments.

Your age supports moderate risk-taking.

Your goal timeline limits how much equity risk you can take.

SIP – Right Approach for Monthly Investment
SIP is the best method for disciplined investing.

SIP removes timing risk from your investments.

Rs. 10,000 monthly for 5 years builds a good corpus.

SIP suits your salaried or regular income situation.

SIP gives cost averaging during market ups and downs.

Goal-Based Planning is Very Important
Please define your goal for this investment.

Is it for car, house, marriage, or business?

Goal clarity helps in fund selection and strategy.

Goals also define risk tolerance and fund category.

Without a goal, the purpose of investment becomes weak.

SIP must be linked to a specific goal for best results.

Risk Appetite and Fund Category Selection
For 5 years, high equity allocation may be risky.

Short time doesn't allow recovery if market falls.

You can choose balanced funds with mix of equity and debt.

Or choose hybrid equity-oriented funds with moderate volatility.

These funds protect downside and give better return than FD.

Don’t go for full small-cap or sectoral funds.

Avoid over-exposure to volatile market in short term.

Mutual Fund Category Analysis for 5-Year SIP
Let us now assess major mutual fund categories one by one:

1. Large Cap Funds

Invest in top 100 companies.

Suitable for moderate-risk investors.

Less volatile than mid and small cap funds.

But may not give high return in just 5 years.

Still, can be a part of your portfolio.

2. Mid Cap Funds

Invest in mid-sized companies.

Carry more risk than large caps.

May outperform over 7-10 years.

For 5 years, can be partly used.

Don’t allocate full Rs. 10,000 here.

3. Small Cap Funds

Invest in smaller companies.

Highly volatile and risky.

Return not predictable in 5 years.

Avoid this category for short goals.

4. Flexi Cap Funds

Invest across large, mid, small companies.

Gives diversification with active allocation.

Suitable for 5-year goals with moderate risk.

Should be part of your portfolio.

5. Aggressive Hybrid Funds

Invest 65-80% in equity, rest in debt.

Offers cushion during market fall.

Good fit for 3–5-year investment horizon.

Reduces portfolio risk and gives decent growth.

Can form core of your SIP plan.

6. Conservative Hybrid Funds

Higher debt, lower equity.

Suits low-risk investors only.

Return may be lower than inflation.

Not suggested for your age.

7. Balanced Advantage Funds

Fund manager shifts between debt and equity.

Based on market condition and valuation.

Controls risk smartly.

Suitable for your 5-year plan.

Can be combined with aggressive hybrid funds.

Direct vs Regular Funds – A Caution for Beginners
Many investors choose direct funds for lower expense ratio.

But direct funds come without advice or guidance.

You lose expert support from Certified Financial Planner.

You may choose wrong fund or exit at wrong time.

Regular funds via MFD with CFP give personalised review.

CFPs track your goals and rebalance when needed.

Direct route often leads to emotional mistakes and loss.

Pay small extra cost but gain better service and peace.

Avoid Index Funds – Not Suitable for Your Need
Index funds only copy the market.

They do not protect during market fall.

Cannot remove underperforming stocks.

You lose flexibility and downside control.

Active funds beat index in mid and small cap.

For 5 years, index risk is higher.

Actively managed funds better suit your goal.

Tax Planning Angle
If you withdraw after 3 years, tax rules apply.

Equity mutual fund LTCG above Rs. 1.25 lakh taxed at 12.5%.

STCG within 1 year taxed at 20%.

Debt funds taxed as per your income slab.

Choose fund with tax efficiency based on your needs.

Plan redemption with Certified Financial Planner to save tax.

Role of Emergency Fund and Insurance
Before starting SIP, keep emergency fund ready.

At least 6 months of expenses in bank or liquid fund.

Take health insurance for all family members.

If you have dependents, take pure term life insurance.

Do not mix insurance and investment.

Avoid ULIP or endowment type policies.

If already bought such plans, consider surrendering.

Reinvest in mutual funds for better return and flexibility.

Fund Allocation Suggestion – Without Specific Scheme
For Rs. 10,000 per month, you can split in 2 or 3 funds:

Rs. 4,000 in Balanced Advantage Fund.

Rs. 4,000 in Aggressive Hybrid Fund.

Rs. 2,000 in Flexi Cap Fund.

This combination gives equity growth and stability. Over 5 years, this gives balance.

Avoid going all-in on equity. Risk is high in short period.

Review, Monitoring and Behavioural Control
SIP is not set and forget.

Review your portfolio yearly with a CFP.

Don't stop SIP if market falls.

That’s when SIP gives maximum benefit.

Avoid checking NAVs every day.

Focus on reaching your goal, not daily return.

Stay invested and keep increasing SIP if income increases.

Emotional Stability and Patience is Key
Don’t compare returns every month.

Market will have ups and downs.

Your goal matters more than market timing.

SIPs reward only those who are patient and calm.

SIP Top-Up – Use Growth in Income
When salary grows, increase SIP by 10–15% yearly.

Small top-ups make big difference in 5 years.

Talk to CFP about SIP top-up planning.

This gives power of compounding a boost.

Finally
You are thinking correctly with monthly SIP idea.

5 years is a short time for full equity.

Choose hybrid and flexi funds for risk balance.

Avoid direct funds to protect from mistakes.

Avoid index funds due to lack of flexibility.

Link SIP to your goal for better discipline.

Review yearly and stay focused.

Avoid ULIPs or LIC combo plans.

Follow goal-based plan with help of Certified Financial Planner.

Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment