What are Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)?
Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) are pooled investment vehicles where investors combine their
resources to access diverse and atypical investment opportunities. In India, anyone interested in
AIFs can invest through SEBI-registered entities.
A team of skilled professionals establishes these funds, raising capital from accredited domestic
or international investors to explore lucrative investment prospects. SEBI-registered AIFs can be
structured as trusts, limited liability partnerships, or companies. AIFs encompass a wide range of
asset types beyond typical investments such as equities and bonds, including hedge funds, private
equity, real estate, commodities, infrastructure, and other alternative investments. These
investments carry distinct characteristics and risks compared to traditional options. An AIF's
registration remains valid throughout its operational lifetime.
SEBI Categories of AIFs
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) categorizes Alternative Investment Funds into
three broad categories:
☀ Category I AIF
☀ Category II AIF
☀ Category III AIF
Investors can choose to register in any of these categories based on their investment goals and
strategies.
KCAPL's Role in AIFs
At KCAPL, we understand the pivotal role AIFs play in boosting sectors like real estate, which are
grappling with unsold and incomplete projects. AIFs pool capital from High Net-worth Individuals
(HNIs) and institutions, enabling them to invest in diverse asset classes, including real estate.
Our Services for Alternative Investment Funds:
• Registration and Structuring: Ensuring compliance with the desired SEBI category.
• Legal Compliance Advisory and Support: Assisting with all regulatory requirements.
• Drafting of Agreements and Legal Documentation: Preparing all necessary legal
documents.
• Valuation of Financial Instruments: Providing accurate assessments of financial assets.
• Business Valuation Services: Evaluating business entities and assets.
• Comprehensive Due Diligence: Conducting thorough checks and analysis.
• Taxation-related Advisory Services: Offering expert advice on tax-related matters.
Our team of experts at KCAPL is well-equipped to navigate the complex landscape of Alternative
Investment Funds, ensuring regulatory compliance and providing strategic advisory services to
maximize your investment potential.