NABVENTURES Fund

Brief

NABVENTURES is a venture growth equity fund that invests in agriculture, food, rural businesses and agri/rural financial services at early to mid-stage. The fund invests in asset-light business models, high on innovation/technology, solving large problems in agriculture, food and rural development through innovative means.

Eligibility

• Type of Business: Startups registered as private limited companies or limited liability partnerships (LLPs) in India, engaged in agriculture, agtech, agri-biotech, food, agri rural fintech, and rural businesses.
• Stage of Development: Early to mid-stage ventures with innovative and scalable business models, demonstrating the potential for high impact and positive contribution to relevant sectors.
• Financial Performance: Minimum annual turnover of Rs. 25 lakhs for profit-making companies or demonstrably positive unit economics for pre-revenue ventures.
• Team Expertise: Strong and experienced founding team with relevant domain knowledge and business acumen.

Fund / quantum

• NABVENTURES Fund I has a target corpus of Rs. 500 crores, currently with over Rs. 200 crores committed by NABARD and other investors.
• Individual investment amounts per venture typically range from Rs. 5 crores to Rs. 20 crores, with potential for higher investments based on business potential and growth stage.

Tenure

• Active

Benefit tags

• Financial Benefits

• Financial Investment: Access to equity and equity-linked investments ranging from Rs. 5 crores to Rs. 20 crores per round, with potential for follow-on funding.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Support from experienced mentors and industry experts in areas like business development, fundraising, strategy, and operations.
• Networking Opportunities: Connection with potential investors, partners, and other stakeholders within the relevant ecosystem.
• Brand Recognition: Affiliation with a reputable organization like NABARD can enhance venture credibility and attract further interest.
• Market Access: Assistance in navigating regulatory hurdles and connecting with relevant markets and distribution channels.

• Type of Business: Startups registered as private limited companies or limited liability partnerships (LLPs) in India, engaged in agriculture, agtech, agri-biotech, food, agri rural fintech, and rural businesses.

• Stage of Development: Early to mid-stage ventures with innovative and scalable business models, demonstrating the potential for high impact and positive contribution to relevant sectors.

• Financial Performance: Minimum annual turnover of Rs. 25 lakhs for profit-making companies or demonstrably positive unit economics for pre-revenue ventures.

• Team Expertise: Strong and experienced founding team with relevant domain knowledge and business acumen.

• NABVENTURES Fund I has a target corpus of Rs. 500 crores, currently with over Rs. 200 crores committed by NABARD and other investors.

• Individual investment amounts per venture typically range from Rs. 5 crores to Rs. 20 crores, with potential for higher investments based on business potential and growth stage.

• Active

Online / portal

Official application / information link: https://www.nabard.org/nabard-subsidiaries.aspx?id=1721&cid=1727

Source listing: https://www.startupindia.gov.in/content/sih/en/government-schemes.html