How does the Company approach SVCL for funding?
The details of the active funds being managed by SVCL are given in the website It would be preferable if the company submits the business plan in a format given in the website. Based on a preliminary assessment of the business plan, course of further interaction with SVCL can be decided.
How do I submit a plan to SVCL?
You can send an email on the respective email ids of the Funds, forwarding a copy of the executive summary of your business plan including the profile of management team, historical & future financials and industry information.
What sort of companies does SVCL associate with?
SVCL invests in companies engaged in wide range of growth sectors, such as life sciences, retailing, light engineering, food processing, information technology, infrastructure related services, healthcare, logistics and distribution, etc in the MSME sector. The Company should have high growth potential so that it can scale up sufficiently within 3 - 5 years of investment so as to provide a profitable exit to investors by way an IPO, Strategic Sale, Mergers & Acquisition, etc.
Is there any geographic focus to SVCL?
Fund specific geographical focus is detailed in the subsection on the respective funds.
What are the key investment criteria for SVCL?
A strong committed management team, established performance record and a high degree on integrity, Sustainable competitive advantage, Scalability of operations, Potential for above average profitability, leading to attractive returns on investment, Subscription to equity/ equity type instruments, Unlisted companies preferably MSME and Availability of exit route for Venture Capital investment.
What is the project evaluation process followed by SVCL?
The Process of evaluation of the proposal involves scrutiny of a business plan, detailed due diligence including visit to existing facilities/ operation site, reference check, feedback form clients etc. All proposals are reviewed by an Investment Committee (IC) which also involves a presentation by the promoters.
How long does it take SVCL to make an investment or participation decision?
On an average it should be possible to complete the full cycle of processing of the proposal including due diligence, sanction, documentation etc. between 8 - 12 weeks. However it is difficult to specify time frames as is depends on a numbers of factors including the availability of information with the promoters and the speed with which additional information is furnished.
Does SVCL always take a Board seat?
SVCL acts as a partner in its investee companies and insists on a Board seat. The Board seat is primarily to ensure transparency of operation and acting as a sounding board for the strategies/ key business decisions.
What are the instruments of finance by which VC investment is made? Does SVCL usually control ownership of a company?
Investment is made by way of equity and equity type instruments. Financial structuring is done on a case to case basis keeping in view factors like risk perception, growth potential, equity base and market condition. SVCL also co-invests with other VC funds. SVCL does not take a majority stake in a Company.
What is SVCL's role after an investment is made?
SVCL provides "smart money" to entrepreneurs. Apart from finance, SVCL provides networking and management support as well with the objective to make the company grow rapidly. SVCL also assists investee companies to attract investment from other venture capitalists in subsequent rounds of financing.
Is there any Fund wise restrictions?
Fund wise amount, geography and sector wise restriction would be applicable. More details would be available on specific subsection of the respective Funds.
At what stage does SVCL invest?
SVCL is focusing on all stages on investment. The Company at the time of investment should be unlisted.
