SIP Inflows Rise Nearly 15% in February 2026 Despite Market Volatility

Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) inflows in India rose nearly 15% year-on-year to ₹29,845 crore in February 2026, despite ongoing market volatility. The number of contributing SIP accounts increased to 9.44 crore from 8.26 crore a year earlier, with outstanding accounts reaching 10.45 crore. SIP assets under management stood at ₹16.64 lakh crore, representing about 20.29% of the mutual fund industry's total AUM. Month-on-month inflows declined slightly by 3.73%, reflecting short-term market fluctuations amid sustained long-term investor confidence.