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Growthcap Ventures AIF Trust

Operator Driven Early Stage VC — FinTech, AI, DeepTech.

Private equity, private credit and real-estate funds that don't employ leverage except for operating needs. The largest AIF category.

Overview

About

GrowthCap Ventures AIF Trust (IN/AIF2/23-24/1301) is a SEBI-registered Category II AIF managed by Growthcap Ventures Management Private Limited, an operator-driven early-stage VC fund based in Mumbai focused on FinTech, AI, and DeepTech. The fund (Fund I, INR 50 crore target) has secured INR 20 crore in commitments and has invested in 6 portfolio companies: Advance Mobility, RePut, Spense, TrusTerra, Navanc, and Mylapay. Ticket size: USD 250K–750K. SEBI-registered contact address: D-103, Satellite Gardens CHS, Film City Road, Goregaon East, Mumbai 400063.

Investment philosophy

GrowthCap Ventures is an operator-driven early stage VC fund — former operators turned investors who have built and scaled businesses and now roll up their sleeves for founders. The firm prioritises Founder-First (exceptional founders with clear vision and execution), Market Opportunity (large markets with potential for category creation), and Value Addition (operational support, network access, strategic guidance). Investment criteria: tech-first founders with early customer validation, potential for large-scale growth, passion for making a positive impact. The firm provides business advisory, access to its NBFC/fintech network, capital raise support, and hiring assistance. Association members: India Deep Tech Alliance, IVCA, TiE Mumbai.

Team6

Pratekk Agarwaal

Founder & General Partner

Former CBO at BharatPe. 15+ years scaling businesses at Bajaj Finserv, Fullerton, IndoStar, and ftcash. IIM Kozhikode alumnus. 30+ angel investments with multiple exits.

Jenny Mehta

Investments & Investor Relations

CA qualified in 2021 (first attempt). Previously part of the portfolio management and finance team at 100X. At GrowthCap Ventures, she leads Investor Relations and is part of the Investments team.

Ojas Deshpande

Founder's Office – Investments & Operations

IT graduate from PICT, class of 2025. Supports fund operations, deal sourcing, and workflow execution at GrowthCap. Experience in research, product development, and B2B sales.

Neeti Bokaria

Investments & Compliance

MSc in Management from University College London. Former Investments and IB at Earlyseed Ventures. Leads LP relations and investor communications.

Smridh Kohli

Investments

Former Investments at Soonicorn Ventures. Focuses on deal sourcing, execution, and portfolio management. Delhi University alumnus.

Shruti Inani

Investments & IR

Chartered Accountant, CFA Level 1 cleared

Chartered Accountant, Delhi University, CFA Level 1 cleared. Former Investments at LVX Ventures, Due Diligence at Alvarez & Marsal and EY. Focusing on Investment and Investor Relations at GrowthCap.

Registration

SEBI registration

SEBI-registered

SEBI registration no.IN/AIF2/23-24/1301

RegisteredJun 2023 (3 years ago)

Valid untilPerpetual

Contact personPratekk Agarwaal

AddressD 103 Satellite Gardens CHS Ltd, Film City Rd, Goregaon East, Near Vagheshwari Mandir, Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400063

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