Centrum PMS is the portfolio management arm of the Centrum Group, a well-established financial services conglomerate in India with interests across lending, broking, and investment management. Designed primarily for high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), Centrum PMS offers customized investment solutions with a minimum investment threshold typically starting at ₹50 lakh, aligning with regulatory norms for PMS offerings in India.
What sets Centrum PMS apart is its structured and research-driven investment philosophy. The firm follows a proprietary “EDGE” framework, which evaluates companies based on earnings growth, governance quality, execution capability, and deep fundamental research. This disciplined approach enables the portfolio managers to identify businesses with sustainable competitive advantages and long-term growth potential.
Centrum PMS typically builds portfolios across three core styles—quality, value, and growth—ensuring diversification across different market cycles. Quality stocks provide stability, value stocks offer potential upside through contrarian opportunities, and growth stocks aim to generate alpha by investing in emerging leaders. This balanced allocation strategy helps manage risk while maintaining return potential over the long term.
The PMS offers a range of strategies such as Flexi Cap, Deep Value, Small & Mid Cap, and Large Cap-oriented portfolios, catering to varying investor risk appetites and financial goals. Over time, the firm has demonstrated the ability to deliver competitive returns compared to benchmark indices like the Nifty 50, although performance may vary depending on market conditions and strategy selection.
Another notable aspect of Centrum PMS is its client-centric approach. Investors benefit from transparency, regular portfolio updates, and the flexibility to switch strategies as market dynamics evolve. The firm also emphasizes risk management and disciplined portfolio construction, supported by an experienced investment team and dedicated research analysts.
Overall, Centrum PMS positions itself as a structured, research-backed portfolio manager with a strong focus on small- and mid-cap opportunities. While it may not be as large as some industry leaders, its systematic investment framework, diversified strategy offerings, and emphasis on long-term wealth creation make it a credible choice for investors seeking active portfolio management in India.
| PMS Investment Approach(s) | Returns | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Investment Approach | Category | 1 Yr Return | 2 Yr Return | 3 Yr Return | 5 Yr Return | Inception Date |
| Deep Value IV | Small & Mid Cap | -16.56% | 9.16% | 12.12% | 18.05% | Dec 2015 |
| Micro | Small Cap | -12.47% | 11.47% | 17.19% | 26.03% | Jul 2016 |
| Flexi Cap | Multi Cap & Flexi Cap | -6.57% | 13.84% | 15.15% | 18.95% | Jun 2011 |
| Good To Great | Small & Mid Cap | -15.29% | 8.96% | 11.83% | 18.41% | Jun 2019 |
| Built To Last | Large Cap | -0.32% | 13.06% | 12.86% | 14.22% | Jul 2019 |
*Returns are as of 30th September 2025, *Returns over 1 year are annualized, *Returns are calculated using the Time Weighted Rate of Return (TWRR) method and as provided by the respective AMCs. *ND (No Data), *NA(Not Applicable) * Returns of the respective Benchmark Indices used are tabulated above. Benchmark(s) given are as per SEBI circular no. SEBI/HO/IMD/IMD-PoD-2/P/CIR/2022/172 dated December 16, 2022 and the APMI circular no. APMI/2022-23/02 dated 23rd March,2023 and Revised Annexure-1
Fund Manager
Abul brings over 19 years of experience in the asset management industry, specializing in equity research and portfolio management. Throughout his career, he has held key positions at reputed financial institutions, including Parag Parikh Financial Services, DBS Cholamandalam Mutual Fund, Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund, and, most recently, at True Beacon Investment Advisors, where he served as Head of Fundamental Equities. During his tenure at Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund, Abul co-managed three distinct portfolios — India Consumption Fund, Business Cycle Fund, and Large & Midcap Fund — each with unique investment styles. He holds a Master’s Degree in Mathematics and a Post Graduate Diploma in Securities Markets from the Indian Institute of Capital Markets.
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