Go beyond stocks & bonds with AIFs
Alternate Investment Funds open doors to private equity, venture capital, private credit, real-estate and long-short strategies — asset classes once reserved for institutions. Ideal for sophisticated investors seeking true diversification.
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Privately pooled, professionally managed
AIFs are SEBI-regulated, privately pooled investment vehicles that invest in assets beyond traditional listed stocks and bonds. They are designed for investors with a higher risk appetite and longer horizons who want to diversify their wealth.
- Category I — venture capital, SME, social and infrastructure funds.
- Category II — private equity, private credit and real-estate funds.
- Category III — long-short and other complex trading strategies.
- Minimum investment of ₹1 crore as per SEBI regulations.
Venture & PE
Back tomorrow’s leaders early.
Private credit
Structured, yield-focused debt.
Real estate
Professionally managed property funds.
Long-short
Strategies for any market cycle.
Why add alternates to your portfolio
True diversification
Returns that are less correlated with listed equity and bond markets.
Access to private markets
Invest in unlisted companies and deals not available on exchanges.
Return potential
The opportunity to earn an illiquidity premium over longer horizons.
Specialist managers
Funds run by teams with deep expertise in their niche.
SEBI regulated
Governed by SEBI (AIF) Regulations with defined disclosures.
Curated access
We shortlist funds after due diligence on manager, strategy and terms.
Diligence before allocation
Manager diligence
Track record, team stability and alignment of interest.
Terms review
Lock-ins, fees, carry, drawdown schedule and exit routes explained.
Right sizing
How much of your wealth belongs in alternates — and why.
Ongoing monitoring
Regular updates on deployment, valuations and distributions.
Frequently asked questions
Still unsure? Our advisors are happy to explain anything — no jargon, no pressure.
Who can invest in an AIF?
Resident Indians, NRIs and institutions meeting the minimum investment of ₹1 crore (lower for certain accredited investors and employees of the manager), subject to fund-specific eligibility.
How long is the lock-in?
Close-ended Category I and II funds typically run 3–10 years. Category III funds may be open- or close-ended. Liquidity is limited, so invest only long-term money.
How are AIFs taxed?
Category I and II AIFs enjoy pass-through status — income is taxed in investors' hands. Category III AIFs are generally taxed at the fund level. Consult your tax adviser for specifics.
What fees do AIFs charge?
Usually a management fee plus a performance fee (carry) above a hurdle rate. We explain every cost line before you commit.
Diversify like an institution
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