Profile
Elevation Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm based in India, focusing on technology-driven startups with high growth potential. Founded in 2001 and previously known as SAIF Partners India, the firm manages over $2.6 billion in assets and has made around 190 investments across various sectors.
The firm targets innovative startups in areas such as SaaS, fintech, healthcare, construction tech, robotics, climate tech, and clean tech. Elevation Capital typically invests in seed, Series A, and Series B funding rounds, with investments ranging from $500,000 to $2 million. Their investment strategy is data-driven, utilizing market research to identify promising companies with strong founding teams.
Elevation Capital's portfolio includes well-known Indian companies like Paytm, MakeMyTrip, Swiggy, and Unacademy. The firm also emphasizes corporate social responsibility, supporting community and environmental organizations.
Industry
Region of investment
Elevation Capital Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Elevation Capital Fund IV
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Education
Fashion/Beauty
Financial Services
Fintech
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
SaaS
Software
Transportation
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Pre-seed
Seed
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Asia
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$5-10 m
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$350 M
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January 2011
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Elevation Capital Fund V
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Fashion/Beauty
Financial Services
Fintech
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
SaaS
Security
Software
Transportation
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Pre-seed
Seed
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Asia
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$5-10 m
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$350 M
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March 2015
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Elevation Capital Fund VII
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Fashion/Beauty
Financial Services
Fintech
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
SaaS
Security
Software
Transportation
|
Pre-seed
Seed
|
Asia
|
$5-10 m
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$400 M
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October 2020
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Elevation Holdings
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Fashion/Beauty
Financial Services
Fintech
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
SaaS
Security
Software
Transportation
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Pre-seed
Seed
|
Asia
|
$5-10 m
|
$400 M
|
August 2025
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