Best ELSS Tax-Saving Funds in India (2026)

ELSS funds offer equity growth plus a tax deduction under Section 80C, with the shortest lock-in (3 years) of any 80C option.

Our top pick for this is Parag Parikh ELSS Tax Saver — Equity growth plus an 80C tax deduction with just a 3-year lock-in, run with the same disciplined style as the flagship flexi-cap fund.

Market-risk warning: mutual funds are subject to market risk; past performance does not guarantee future returns. Information only, not investment advice.
#NameScoreCategory5Y Return (CAGR)*Expense Ratio*Risk
8Parag Parikh ELSS Tax Saver8.1/10ELSS~21%~0.7%Mod. High
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Parag Parikh ELSS Tax Saver

Equity growth plus an 80C tax deduction with just a 3-year lock-in, run with the same disciplined style as the flagship flexi-cap fund.

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Category
ELSS
5Y Return (CAGR)*
~21%
Expense Ratio*
~0.7%
Risk
Mod. High
  • Tax saving under 80C
  • Shortest 80C lock-in (3 yrs)
  • Disciplined management
  • 3-year lock-in
  • Equity market risk
  • Tax benefit only in old regime
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Returns and expense ratios indicative as of June 2026 and change daily. Mutual funds are subject to market risk; past performance is not a guarantee. Information only, not investment advice. Consult a SEBI-registered adviser.