Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) is a privately pooled investment vehicle that collects funds from sophisticated investors to invest in alternative asset classes beyond traditional stocks and bonds.
AIFs are ideal for investors looking to diversify, access high-potential private opportunities, and generate alpha with professionally managed strategies.
Invest in unlisted companies, real estate, and infrastructure projects.
Low correlation with traditional asset classes like equity and debt.
Handled by experienced fund managers with domain-specific knowledge.
Strategies often come with lock-in periods, enabling patient capital allocation and better performance.
From venture capital and distressed assets to long-short equity and real estate.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Investment | ₹1 Crore |
| Type of Investors | HNIs, Corporates, NRIs, Family Offices |
| Regulation | Registered under SEBI AIF Regulations, 2012 |
Q: Are AIFs regulated?
Yes, AIFs are regulated by SEBI under the AIF Regulations 2012.
Q: Can NRIs invest in AIFs?
Yes, many AIFs accept investments from NRIs through NRO/NRE accounts subject to RBI rules.
Q: Is liquidity a concern in AIFs?
AIFs usually have a lock-in period (3–5+ years), so they are suited for investors with a longer horizon.
Q: Are returns guaranteed?
No. Like any market-linked product, returns are market-dependent and not assured.
“AIFs open the door to India’s fastest-growing private investment opportunities.”
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