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India’s Single Largest Horizontal Platform for Early-Stage Investing

IAN Group is India’s largest platform for early-stage investments, comprising IAN Angel Fund, BioAngels, IAN Fund 1, and IAN Alpha Fund. Together, they enable entrepreneurs to raise from ₹25 lakhs to ₹50 crores, bridging the most critical funding gaps.

With an iconic investor base spanning 12 countries and multiple domains, IAN Group is sector agnostic, backing 250+ companies across 19 sectors including spacetech, biotech, SaaS, robotics, fintech, health tech, manufacturing, and consumer products. Its reputation is built on high-quality investments, multiple successful exits, and the confidence of marquee global and domestic investors.

IAN Group has been listed by Forbes as one of the iconic business and economic events of Independent India over 75 years, alongside LIC, NASSCOM, RBI, and Naukri.com.

IAN Group’s Track Record

With a 19-year history, IAN Group has built a robust portfolio and a strong reputation in the…

  • Invested: ~ Rs. 1050 crores in more than 250+ companies
  • Market Valuation: IAN-seeded companies have a combined market valuation exceeding $9 billion
  • Follow on funding catalyzed: > Rs. 20,000 Cr

Mission

To build India’s single largest horizontal platform for early-stage investments, aiming to invest in 500 startups, with Rs. 5000 crs to create 500,000 jobs by 2030

Values

  • Integrity, Trust and Credibility: Upholding the highest ethical standards in every relationship.
  • Transparency: Ensuring openness and accountability for investors in India and globally.
  • Thought Leadership: Bringing inspiration, mentorship, and domain expertise from successful entrepreneurs and industry stalwarts.
  • India Focus: Driving the growth of India’s startup ecosystem and enabling global impact.

IAN Group's Investment Thesis

At IAN Group, we back innovative startups that solve real-world problems through technology and scalable models. We look for founders who combine vision with strong execution and a commitment to excellence. Our investment approach is a risk-mitigated, high-return strategy, strengthened by IAN Group’s deep pool of mentors, domain experts, and global networks. When you partner with IAN, you gain not just capital, but also guidance, expertise, and access to markets that can accelerate your growth.

Why IAN Group?

Strong entrepreneurial and operational background of investors

IAN Group investors bring in their expertise to help guide founders scale their business, and make successful enterprises.

Quick feedback on the investment decision

IAN Group has an efficient process that allows us to provide quick feedback to companies who apply for funding.

Ability to leverage a vast network

Over 500 members comprising the who’s who of successful entrepreneurs and dynamic CEOs.

Willingness to invest money and time

With widespread domain expertise and invest, IAN Group provides money, mentoring and market access.

Simple term sheet

We outline our T&Cs in a simple term-sheet to lay the foundation and precedent for the future.