Want global exposure through domestic mutual funds? Here are 10 schemes with the highest overseas allocation

Indian mutual funds offer investors a way to access overseas stocks without opening an international brokerage account. Edelweiss Technology Fund led domestic equity schemes with a 24.38% international allocation.

Investors looking to diversify beyond Indian equities can get some international exposure through domestic mutual funds without opening an overseas brokerage account. Several Indian equity schemes invest a portion of their portfolios in foreign stocks, although the extent of this exposure and the sectors they target vary widely.

Edelweiss Technology Fund had the highest overseas allocation among the domestic equity schemes considered, with 24.38% of its net assets invested internationally as of August 2026. Franklin India Technology Fund followed with 20.03%, while Kotak Pioneer Fund had 16.81%, according to portfolio disclosure data compiled by Value Research.

However, the funds' recent performance has varied considerably. SBI Children's Fund – Investment Plan delivered a 13.58% one-year return, while Franklin India Technology Fund and SBI Technology Opportunities Fund recorded negative returns over the same period.

Edelweiss Technology Fund tops the list

Edelweiss Technology Fund led the ranking, with overseas holdings worth ₹197 crore and an international allocation of 24.38% of its net assets. Its direct plan returned 4.25% over one year, based on Value Research data as on 11 October 2026.

Franklin India Technology Fund came second, with 20.03% of its portfolio invested overseas. Its international holdings were valued at ₹352 crore, while its direct plan recorded a negative one-year return of 12.19%.

Kotak Pioneer Fund ranked third, with an overseas allocation of 16.81% and international holdings worth ₹720 crore. Its direct plan delivered a one-year return of 7.56%.