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Private Equity Fundraising & Deal Structuring Advisory

Get facilitated with the top private equity funds and global investors in India. Connect with our experts to manage the entire private equity capital fundraising journey, from investment teaser to term sheet negotiation, due diligence management, and shareholder agreement finalization.

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₹Facilitated Rs. 15000 Cr+ Private Equity Capital
80+ Private Equity Fund Relationships
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The Private Equity Edge

Know How Private Equity Capital Acts as the Bridge between Growth and IPO

The right private equity capital serves as a critical bridge between a company’s growth and its IPO, thereby bringing sector expertise, governance credibility, strategic guidance, and the operational improvements needed to transform high-potential firms into publicly traded entities. Our negotiated clause in the SHA helps cater to early-stage, growth-stage, and private investment in public equity transactions. Connect with our team to ensure you get the best deal on both the valuation and the terms.

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Rs. 15,000 Crores
Total private equity capital facilitated with significant potential for future growth
800+
Private equity and venture capital funds have invested in Indian companies since 2023
4 to 6 Months
The average achievable timeline is common for smaller deals in the current market
30% Premium
PE-backed IPOs are priced at a premium through long-term returns, which often vary

What You Must Know About Private Equity in India

Private equity (PE), which involves equity investment in private companies not listed on a public stock exchange, is a long-term capital investment in exchange for a share of ownership. These investments continue to contribute to a robust market, which is projected to reach $232.7 billion by 2030, driven by strong growth in traditional sectors such as financial services and manufacturing.

The growth of private equity investment is generally fueled by India’s expanding middle-income economy, consumption growth, digital infrastructure development, and strong manufacturing tailwinds.

The private equity investment raises capital from institutional investors to enhance the value of these companies over 3 to 7 years through operational improvements, expansion, industry consolidation, and other initiatives. The use of private equity simply amplifies returns but carries significant risks.

PE-to-IPO Path: Key Takeaways More than 60% of Indian IPOs in recent years have been private equity-backed. It further helps investors play a crucial role in the Indian IPO landscape, thereby providing capital, strategic guidance, and operational improvements in India. While 2024 saw a resurgence with 41 private equity-backed IPOs, the proportion of private equity-backed listings dropped to an all-time low of 18.45% in 2025.

Types of Private Equity Transactions in India

  • Growth Equity (Expansion Capital): Advises on minority investments in established, high-growth companies.
  • Seed Capital: It involves providing initial capital to startups in exchange for an ownership stake in place of a public market investment.
  • Buyouts (Leverage, Secondary & Management): Familiar with different types of private equity deals, taking on a controlling stake or 100% ownership of a company.
  • Venture Capital: Operates largely within the early-stage or startup territory of M&A.
  • Syndication Investments (Club Deals): Large-scale investments are possible with club deals, with decrease the concentration of each firm.
  • Mezzanine Financing: Hybrid debt-equity securities, between senior debt and equity, are usually combined with buyouts or growth transactions.
  • Secondary Transactions: Includes transactions in which existing stakes in private equity funds or portfolios are bought and sold.
  • Turnaround Capital: It involves active management, such as reducing debt and replacing leadership, to improve the valuation of a company.
PRIVATE EQUITY QUICK FACTS
Typical Stake51%-100% (majority stake)
Deal SizeRs. 50 Crores- Rs. 5000 Crores
Deal Timeline3 to 6 Months
Private Equity Hold Period3 to 7 Years
Exit OptionsIPO, M&A, Secondary, Buyout by Promoters
FEMA ComplianceFDI/ FVCI Routes
Key DocumentSHA/ SSA
Valuation MethodDCF+ Comparables Companies
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Our Private Equity Advisory Services

Enjoy end-to-end private equity fundraising and transaction advisory in India.

Private Equity Fundraising Strategy

Design a robust private equity fundraising strategy, including target fund identification, deal positioning, investor presentation development, and optimal timing relative to your IPO roadmap.

  • Private Equity Fund Targeting & Mapping
  • Investment Teaser Development
  • Investor Presentation
  • Valuation Benchmarking & Expectation Setting

Investor Outreach & Process Management

The complete investor engagement process is managed, including NDA execution and management, presentations, investor Q&A, site visits, and bid management through to term sheet receipt.

  • Fund Outreach & Introductions
  • Management Presentation Coaching
  • Process Letter Management
  • Competitive Bidding Facilitation

Term Sheet Negotiation

Connect us to negotiate private equity term sheets covering valuation, stake, governance rights, anti-dilution provisions, liquidation preferences, and founder lock-in terms.

  • Valuation & Deal Structure Negotiation
  • Governance Rights Framework
  • Anti-Dilution Protection Analysis
  • Exist & Liquidity Rights Negotiation

Due Diligence Management

Coordinate and streamline the private equity due diligence process by managing financial and commercial due diligence, data room setup, and management responses to minimize deal friction.

  • Virtual Data Room Setup
  • Management Q&A Coordination
  • Vendor Due Diligence Preparation
  • Red Flag Identification & Mitigation Support

SHA/ SSA Structuring

Our strategic advisory ensures that transaction documentation is structured to clarify rights, obligations, and future exit pathways.

  • Commercial Terms & Rights Review
  • IPO-Linked Provisions & Transaction Planning
  • Exit Mechanism Designing
  • Board Seat & Veto Rights

FEMA & Regulatory Compliance

We ensure full compliance with FEMA, the Reserve Bank of India, and applicable frameworks for private equity investments in India.

  • Pricing Guidelines & Valuation Compliance
  • FDI Route Structuring & Sectoral Compliance Analysis
  • Downstream Investment & Reporting Compliance
  • RBI FIRMS Portal Reporting Support
Deal Process

Key Stages of Private Equity Fundraising in India

Given below are the significant stages of private equity fundraising in India.

01

Preparation & Positioning

Develop an investment thesis, a financial model, and a CIM, and identify target private equity funds in compliance with your sector, stage, and deal size.

1 to 4 Weeks
02

Investor Outreach

Targeted outreach to shortlist private equity funds, execute NDAs, distribute teasers, schedule management presentations, and manage the competitive process.

4 to 8 Weeks
03

Term Sheet Negotiation

Ensure evaluation and negotiation of valuation, stake, governance rights, and protective provisions to maximize founder value and operational flexibility in the term sheets.

8 to 12 Weeks
04

Due Diligence

Ensure the management of private equity financial, legal, and commercial due diligence, including setting up a virtual data room, coordinating management responses, and resolving due diligence findings.

12 to 18 Weeks
05

Definitive Documents & Close

Finalize SHA, SSA, board resolutions, regulatory findings, and coordinate fund flow, ensuring a clean close with proper documentation & board reconstitution.

18 to 24 Weeks

Deal Closed & Growth Capital Deployed

Ensure successful closure of the private equity transaction with capital infusion, governance alignment, and a clear roadmap for value creation.

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Benefits

Why Private Equity Capital Accelerates Your Growth Journey?

Infusion of Growth Capital

Private equity ensures the infusion of growth capital by entering new geographies, launching products, or increasing production capacity.

Incentive Alignment

Get aligned with well-structured ESOPs and performance-linked incentives that align management, founders, and investors towards long-term value creation.

Global Market Access

Private equity fundraising allows access to the investor’s global network of customers, partners, and advisors, helping expand into international markets.

M&A Facilitation

Private equity capital fundraising facilitates inorganic growth through acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.

IPO Readiness & Market Credibility

Private equity investors help enhance credibility with institutional investors, regulators and merchant bankers, thereby improving IPO readiness & market perception.

Governance & Structure Upgrade

Private equity investors help build robust internal control measures and professionalize the business, thereby preparing it for a potential exit.

FAQ

Private Equity Questions

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There is no fixed, universal minimum revenue required to attract private equity investment in India. However, the threshold value depends heavily on the type of private equity and often includes at least Rs. 50 crores to Rs. 100 crores or more to justify the high costs of due diligence, management involvement, and the eventual exit strategy.

A 15 to 30% equity stake is required for minority private equity investments, and a 50 to 100% stake is required for majority private equity investments.

Private equity investors typically negotiate for a comprehensive set of rights in a Shareholder’s Agreement (SHA) to protect their investment, monitor company performance, influence strategic decisions, and ensure a profitable exit.

The private equity investors exit their investments to realize returns through four main routes: strategic sales, secondary buyouts, initial public offerings, secondary sales, or recapitalizations.

FEMA compliance for foreign private equity investment in India requires adherence to FDI policy, pricing guidelines, and RBI reporting through the FIRMS portal. Key compliance further ensures the filing of Form FC-GPR, Form FC-TRS, annual FLA returns, and KYC checks through the authorized dealer bank.

Enterslice’s private equity advisory fee structure typically includes a retainer fee payable at mandate and a success fee payable at deal close. It is further compensated for private equity through a combination of upfront advisory fees and success-based fees tied to transaction outcomes.
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Why Enterslice

What Makes Enterslice India’s Trusted Private Equity Advisory Partner?

01

Strong PE & VC Investor Network

Get access to a strong network of private equity funds, venture capital firms, and institutional investors across multiple sectors and deal sizes.

02

Transaction Advisory Services

Enjoy transaction advisory services across the entire deal lifecycle, from fundraising strategy and investor outreach to due diligence, documentation, and deal closure.

03

Negotiation & Deal Structuring Expertise

Our expertise helps structure and negotiate commercial terms that are optimal, control governance rights, and balance valuation and downside protection.

04

PE-to-IPO Readiness

Connect our expertise to ensure strategic alignment of private equity transactions with long-term IPO goals, including governance setup and reporting standards.

05

FEMA & Regulatory Compliance

Our experts provide comprehensive support for foreign investment compliance under RBI & SEBI, including structuring, filings, and pricing guidelines.

06

Client-Centric Approach

Ensure dedicated deal execution with strict confidentiality and continuous stakeholder coordination to achieve smooth, efficient outcomes.

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Consistently high satisfaction from founders who have gone through the PE process with Enterslice — from first outreach to post-close governance.

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