Led · Equity · Apr 2026

Sprect operates a platform that makes hard-to-reach professionals accessible through structured 1:1 video calls, connecting seekers with verified PROs including alumni of IIMs, IITs, ISB, UCLA, professionals from global organisations, and senior domain experts. The company targets both individual demand and institutional use cases, with colleges and organisations seeking curated alumni engagement and internal knowledge flows. Sprect plans to use its newly raised Rs 2 crore to accelerate product development, expand its PRO network, and increase seeker demand. Founders referenced in the article include Mohit Khadaria and Vishal, and the funding round was led by Subhkam Ventures (I) Private Limited. The article did not disclose revenue, user metrics, founding year, location, prior rounds, or valuation.

Led · Seed · Apr 2026

Founded in 2014 by Samit Gupta and based in Mumbai, Neulife Nutrition is an R&D-driven performance nutrition company that commercialized a D2C business in 2022. Its flagship products include Pro Standard Whey (launched 2023) and Super Isolate (launched 2024), which the company says leverage its patented Ketofuel MCT technology to achieve roughly 30% higher protein absorption. Neulife has filed five patents (two granted, three pending) and emphasizes clinical research and trials as part of its product development. The company plans to use recent funding to expand R&D, launch new high-absorption protein formulations, and scale its protein portfolio globally across Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Neulife aims to capture about 15% of India’s premium protein market by 2028 and is planning an additional raise to support that expansion.

Participated · Equity · Sep 2025

Jaro Institute of Technology Management and Research Ltd. (Jaro Education) provides online higher-education courses through collaborations with seven IITs, seven IIMs, and more than 22 universities such as Symbiosis, Amity, Manipal, Loyola College, Welingkar Institute of Management, and IISc. Its catalog focuses on management, technology, and executive education, positioning the company as a trusted enabler for working professionals seeking upskilling. For FY25 the company reported net revenue of ₹254.02 crore and a profit after tax of ₹51.67 crore, and it declared a 10 % dividend on shares with a ₹10 face value. To accelerate growth, Jaro plans to channel fresh capital into marketing, brand building, debt repayment, and general corporate purposes. The firm is preparing an IPO slated for 23–25 September 2025, targeting ₹450 crore (₹170 crore fresh issue and ₹280 crore offer for sale). IPO proceeds are earmarked for ₹81 crore in advertising and ₹48 crore toward debt reduction, with listing planned on NSE and BSE. The issue is being managed by Nuvama Wealth Management, Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors, and Systematix Corporate Services.

Participated · Equity · Sep 2025

Karbonsteel Engineering is an engineering solutions provider specializing in structural engineering and fabrication services for steel plants, railway bridges, oil and gas facilities and various industrial sectors. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mumbai, the company operates an Umbergaon facility which it plans to expand using IPO proceeds. The company intends to use the raised capital for capital expenditure including construction of new sheds, to strengthen its financial position, repay debt, meet working capital needs and for general corporate purposes. Management says the proceeds will improve efficiency, enable the company to take on larger projects and accelerate growth, according to chairman and managing director Shrenik Kirit Shah. For FY2025 Karbonsteel reported revenue of ₹273.05 crore and a net profit of ₹14.16 crore. Ahead of the IPO it raised ₹16.86 crore from anchor investors via an allocation of slightly over 1.06 million equity shares at ₹159 per share, indicating institutional interest prior to listing.

Participated · Equity · Nov 2021

Founded in 2014 by Pranav Dangi and based in Mumbai, The Hosteller operates a network of hostel properties offering dorms, private rooms and cafes focused on community-driven travel experiences. The company says it operates more than 75 properties across 13 states and has hosted over 20 lakh unique travellers. Over the past 12 months it added over 30 properties and increased traveller capacity by nearly 70%. The Hosteller is targeting 25,000 beds nationwide within the next 36 months and plans to launch a travel super app that integrates accommodation, F&B, mobility and curated experiences. Financially, it has raised a $1M pre-Series A in 2021, a $5.7M Series A in 2024 (mix of debt and equity), and the Rs 150 crore Series B in the current round to fund expansion and operational scaling. The company competes with chains such as goSTOPS, Wudstay and Backpackers Panda.