Darsh Chadha

Investment Associate at Nippon India Alternative Investments

Venture CapitalFund of Funds (FoF)Investment BankingM&A AdvisoryFinancial ModelingStartup EcosystemsAnalytical Problem-Solving

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About

I'm Darsh Chadha, an Investment Associate at Nippon India Alternative Investments with a background in Investment Banking and Venture Capital. I currently manage a portfolio of 12–14 India-dedicated VC funds, providing me with deep exposure to over 400 startups across sectors like SaaS, Fintech, and Deep Tech. My approach to investing is rooted in analytical problem-solving and a focus on long-term value, often influenced by my interest in philosophy and ISKCON teachings. I am currently seeking Associate-level opportunities at top-tier VC firms like Peak XV, Lightspeed, or Accel, as well as leading Fund of Funds, primarily in Mumbai or Bangalore. I’m eager to connect with thoughtful founders and investors to discuss emerging business models and the evolving Indian tech landscape. I look forward to exploring how my blend of advisory and fund management experience can contribute to a high-performing team.

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What I can offer

›Deep exposure to the Indian tech and VC landscape
›Hands-on Fund of Funds management experience
›Investment banking advisory expertise in new-age sectors
›Analytical rigor focused on business drivers

Looking for

›Associate-level job opportunities within top-tier Venture Capital firms
›Connections with top-tier Fund of Funds active in India
›Opportunities in Mumbai or Bangalore
›Relationships with thoughtful founders, investors, and operators

Best fit for

Recruiters at Peak XV, Z47, Nexus, Lightspeed, Elevation, and AccelHigh-level professionals in the Indian VC/FoF ecosystemInvestment PartnersThoughtful founders and operators

Current Interests

Indian startup ecosystemSeries B/C growth stagesAlternative InvestmentsEnterprise SaaSFintech and Deep TechPhilosophy and ISKCON teachingsEmerging business models

Background

Career

Began in market research and finance internships before moving into Investment Banking at YES BANK, specializing in PE and M&A advisory. Currently an Investment Associate focused on late-stage startups and Fund of Funds management, combining analytical problem-solving with a focus on long-term value.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance, SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), 2019 – 2022.

Achievements

›Manages a Fund of Funds portfolio of 12–14 India-dedicated VC funds with indirect access to 400+ startups.
›Executed buy-side and sell-side advisory for PE and M&A transactions at YES BANK.

Opinions

Clarity and meaningful relationships are the bedrock of successful investing
Philosophy and ISKCON teachings provide a valuable framework for ethical and long-term decision-making