Category I AIFs invest in areas SEBI views as economically or socially desirable, such as start-ups, SMEs, venture capital, and infrastructure. They suit investors who want early-stage or thematic private exposure and can commit capital for the long term.
These funds typically carry a minimum commitment of Rs 1 crore, often drawn down over time. Early-stage investing is high-risk and illiquid: individual holdings can fail entirely, exits can take many years, and returns are not assured. Suitability depends heavily on your ability to lock up capital and tolerate the possibility of loss on parts of the portfolio.
- Exposure to venture, SME and infrastructure strategies
- Independent manager and structure due diligence before commitment
- Clear disclosure of illiquidity, lock-in and loss risk
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