Sixth Sense Ventures

Investing in the Consumer of Tomorrow… Today!

India's first domestic, consumer-centric venture fund
AUM of INR 3200 Cr (USD 500M), as stated on the home page
Category II AIF schemes registered with SEBI: SSIO I, SSIO II, SSIO III and SSIO IV

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Overview

About Sixth Sense Ventures

Sixth Sense Ventures is India's first domestic, consumer-centric venture fund, founded by Nikhil Vora (Ex-Managing Director of IDFC Securities), who is regarded as one of the strongest analytical minds in the country. The firm nurtures visionary founders with strategic support and resources, with a focus on transparency, market insight, and sustained growth. It partners with businesses to redefine industries, ensuring successful outcomes through trust and shared success.

Investment philosophy

Back the firm's select mavericks: challengers disrupting large consumer categories early in the lifecycle. Investment INR50-100Cr. (USD 6-13M), max INR 250Cr. Leverage consumer expertise and ecosystem. Sounding board: board member, strategic decisions. Exit timely: Payback-SSIO I: 2.5 years. SSIO II: 100% within 5 years. Investment focus: Challenger Brands. Omnichannel Players. Attainable Luxury. Backing Enablers. Good for the Environment, Good for Business.

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Sixth Sense

Registered 2014

Cat II4 in team

Sixth Sense IV

Registered 2024

Cat II4 in team

Sixth Sense Ventures

Registered 2020

Cat II4 in team

Team11

Nikhil Vora

Founder & CEO

Nikhil Vora is the Founder and CEO of Sixth Sense Ventures. He has over two decades of experience in capital markets and investing, previously serving as Managing Director and Head of Institutional Equities at IDFC Securities. He founded Sixth Sense Ventures to focus on consumer-driven investment opportunities in India.

Nimisha Nagarsekar

Co-founder & Partner

Nimisha Nagarsekar is a Managing Director at Sixth Sense Ventures with extensive experience in private equity and consumer investments. She focuses on identifying high-potential businesses and working closely with founders to scale operations and drive long-term growth.

Swati Mehra

Founding Partner

CFA

Swati Mehra is a Principal at Sixth Sense Ventures, involved in deal sourcing, evaluation, and portfolio management. She works closely with portfolio companies on strategy and growth initiatives.

Kathan Shah

Principal, Investments

Kathan Shah is a Principal at Sixth Sense Ventures, focusing on investments in consumer and financial services sectors. He supports portfolio companies in scaling operations and improving execution.

Sohail Manjiramani

Chief Financial Officer

Rishita Wadher

Vice President, Investments

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Sixth Sense Ventures

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About Sixth Sense Ventures

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