Bajaj Life Insurance launches Opportunities Fund, NFO open till March 16

Bajaj Life Insurance launches Bajaj Life Opportunities Fund, a high-risk unit-linked fund benchmarked to Nifty Large Midcap 250 Index, open until March 16, targeting long-term capital appreciation. By Anshul Bajaj Life Insurance has launched a new unit-linked insurance fund, the Bajaj Life Opportunities Fund, with the New Fund Offer (NFO) period open until 16 March. The fund carries a very high risk profile and is benchmarked against the Nifty Large Midcap 250 Index. The fund combines large-cap and mid-cap equity exposure, aiming to provide long-term capital appreciation for investors under Bajaj Life’s insurance plans. The investment approach uses a Four-Engine Investment Strategy, covering Established Compounders, Emerging Winners, Cyclical and Thematic Plays, and Special Situations. ALSO READ | Tata AIA Life launches Global Equity Fund under ULIP platform Bajaj Life said the fund will focus on sectors supported by structural tailwinds, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, and consumer durables. The strategy targets a minimum of 60% allocation to equities, with a typical range of 70–75% across large-cap and mid-cap stocks. Portfolio selection is expected to include 40–50 high-conviction stocks, drawn from a universe of over 700 listed companies. The insurer stated that the fund is designed to balance risk through diversification, offering potentially lower volatility than pure mid-cap funds while seeking higher growth than traditional large-cap allocations. Bajaj Life Insurance, a subsidiary of Bajaj Finserv Limited, has been operating since 2001 and manages an AUM of ₹1,37,662 crore as of January 2026. The company reported an individual claim settlement ratio of 99.29% for FY 2024–25 and a solvency ratio of 343% as of June 2025. The fund is available exclusively to policyholders of Bajaj Life’s unit-linked insurance products, allowing participants to combine life cover with equity market exposure. ALSO READ | Sarvam partners with SBI Life to deploy AI tools across insurance distribution network Note To Readers Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers should consult certified experts before making any investment decisions.