Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) in India

Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) have become one of the fastest-growing investment vehicles in India, offering sophisticated investors access to private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, real estate, hedge funds, and other alternative asset classes. However, launching an AIF requires strict compliance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) under the SEBI (Alternative Investment Funds) Regulations, 2012. Whether you are an investment manager, startup fund, family office, or institutional investor, understanding the AIF Registration process is essential before raising capital. This guide explains everything you need to know about SEBI AIF Registration, Form A Filing, AIF Trust Formation, AIF Categories, AIF Registration Cost, AIF Timeline, AIF Documents, AIF Compliance, and AIF Taxation in simple language
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