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Anicut Capital

Q: When was Anicut Capital last fund created?

Anicut Capital last fund was created/launched in 2026-07-29.

General contacts

Investor type

VC / PE / Debt fund

Founded

2015

AUM

Location

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Series B Series A Seed Pre-seed Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Asia

Investor profile last updated: 30 July, 2026

Profile

Anicut Capital is an alternative asset manager based in India, with locations in Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, and GIFT City. Founded in 2015, the firm manages a diverse portfolio of seven funds across debt and equity. The team, including partner Ajay Anand, is committed to bridging capital with opportunities for ambitious entrepreneurs. Anicut Capital differentiates itself by offering flexible debt and equity solutions, providing both financial and strategic support to its partners.

Anicut Capital invests in a wide range of sectors, including deep-tech, enterprise technology, consumer services, and financial services. With a focus on early-stage startups, Anicut writes checks ranging from $1 million to $10 million, targeting pre-seed to Series A stages. The firm has over Rs 4,500 crore in assets under management, highlighting its substantial presence in the Indian investment scene.

The firm boasts a notable portfolio under its Grand Anicut Angel Fund, with companies such as Agnikul Cosmos - aerospace technology, GIVA - jewelry, CapGrid - supply chain, InspeCity - space technology, and Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters - specialty coffee. These investments underline the firm's strategic approach to supporting innovative and high-growth businesses.

Industry

Logistics Technology AI SaaS Retail Food and Beverage Financial Services Consumer Services (B2C) Consumer Products Business Services (B2B) Aerospace Deeptech

Anicut Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Grand Anicut Seed Fund (GASF)	Private Equity (PE) Venture Capital (VC)	Consumer Products Financial Services Technology Deeptech	Pre-seed Seed Series A	Asia	$1-5 m	$26 M	July 2026

Contacts

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Kunal R Davey Senior Vice President

Senior Vice President

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Summit Nayak Associate Vice President

Associate Vice President

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FAQs about Anicut Capital

Is Anicut Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Anicut Capital is a venture capital and private equity firm that also operates as a debt fund. It backs companies at Series B, Series A, Seed, Pre-seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is Anicut Capital located?

Anicut Capital is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

When was Anicut Capital founded?

Anicut Capital was founded in 2015.

What sectors and industries does Anicut Capital invest in?

Anicut Capital invests in companies and startups in Logistics, Technology, AI, SaaS, Retail, Food and Beverage, Financial Services, Consumer Services (B2C), Consumer Products, Business Services (B2B), Aerospace, Deeptech.

What is Anicut Capital geographical focus of investments?

Anicut Capital invests in companies and startups in Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does Anicut Capital typically invest in?

Anicut Capital invests in companies and startups at Series B, Series A, Seed, Pre-seed, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Anicut Capital investment?

Anicut Capital usually invests $1-5 m on average.

When was Anicut Capital last fund created?

Anicut Capital last fund was created/launched in 2026-07-29

What are the contacts of Anicut Capital?

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