The Best India Equities ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of India Equities ETFs.
India Equities ETFs invest in companies based in India, giving investors exposure to one of the world's fastest-growing major economies. India is a large emerging market with strengths in information technology, financials, consumer goods, and pharmaceuticals, supported by favorable demographics and rising domestic consumption. These ETFs offer a focused way to access the Indian stock market, though they may carry risks tied to currency fluctuations, regulatory changes, and the higher volatility typical of emerging markets.
- Number of ETFs
- 16
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.68%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 1.79%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- -9.65%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 4 / 100
The Best India Equities ETFs
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| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amundi MSCI India UCITS ETF EUR | India Equities, Asia Pacific Equities | Apr 18, 2018 | 0.80% | -5.72% | 6.95% | 0.00% | 5 | ||||||||
| Xtrackers Nifty 50 Swap UCITS ETF 1C | India Equities, Asia Pacific Equities | Jul 5, 2007 | 0.85% | -9.31% | 6.85% | 0.00% | 3 | ||||||||
| Franklin FTSE India UCITS ETF | India Equities, Asia Pacific Equities | Jun 25, 2019 | 0.19% | -4.22% | — | 0.00% | 6 | ||||||||
| Amundi MSCI India II UCITS ETF EUR Acc | India Equities, Asia Pacific Equities | Oct 25, 2006 | 0.85% | -5.50% | 6.91% | 0.00% | 5 | ||||||||
| iShares MSCI India UCITS ETF USD (Acc) | India Equities, Asia Pacific Equities | May 25, 2018 | 0.65% | -6.17% | — | 0.00% | 5 | ||||||||
| Xtrackers MSCI India Swap UCITS ETF 1C | India Equities, Asia Pacific Equities | Jun 24, 2010 | 0.75% | -6.08% | 7.06% | 0.00% | 5 |
Best India Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top India Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are INDE (8) and GLIN (8).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthews India Active ETF | 8 | 13.93M | Sep 2023 | |
| VanEck Vectors India Growth Leaders ETF | 8 | 98.59M | Aug 2010 | |
| iShares MSCI India Small-Cap ETF | 7 | 653.62M | Feb 2012 | |
| Simplify Tara India Opportunities ETF | 6 | 7.14M | Mar 2024 | |
| Columbia India Consumer ETF | 6 | 231.20M | Aug 2011 |
Best-Performing India Equities ETFs Over 5 Years
The top India Equities ETFs is SMIN (7.50%).
Across the lineup, India Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of -9.65% and an average 5-year return of 5.37%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares MSCI India Small-Cap ETF | 7.50% | 653.62M | Feb 2012 | |
| Columbia India Consumer ETF | 6.98% | 231.20M | Aug 2011 | |
| WisdomTree India Earnings Fund | 6.41% | 2.14B | Feb 2008 | |
| First Trust India NIFTY 50 Equal Weight ETF | 5.85% | 133.26M | Feb 2012 | |
| VanEck Vectors India Growth Leaders ETF | 5.28% | 98.59M | Aug 2010 |
Lowest-Cost India Equities ETFs
The top India Equities ETFs is FLIN (0.19%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.68%, India Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin FTSE India ETF | 0.19% | 2.72B | Feb 2018 | |
| Xtrackers Nifty 500 India ETF | 0.19% | 4.58M | Nov 2025 | |
| WisdomTree India Hedged Equity Fund | 0.64% | 5.85M | May 2024 | |
| iShares India 50 ETF | 0.65% | 563.05M | Nov 2009 | |
| iShares MSCI India ETF | 0.69% | 6.92B | Feb 2012 |
Highest-Yield India Equities ETFs
The top India Equities ETFs is INDY (9.36%).
Across the lineup, India Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 1.79%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares India 50 ETF | 9.36% | 563.05M | Nov 2009 | |
| WisdomTree India Hedged Equity Fund | 5.66% | 5.85M | May 2024 | |
| India Internet & Ecommerce ETF | 2.57% | 43.35M | Apr 2022 | |
| VanEck Digital India ETF | 2.21% | 15.00M | Feb 2022 | |
| iShares MSCI India Small-Cap ETF | 2.01% | 653.62M | Feb 2012 |
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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.
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