Alternative Investment Fund
Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) Any fund established or incorporated in India Alternative Investment Fund Meaning AIF means any fund established or incorporated in India. It is a privately pooled investment vehicle. It collects funds from investors, whether Indian or foreign. Categories Category I AIF 1. Venture capital fund- Invest in start-ups that have a high growth potential but lacking funds to expand further. 2. Infrastructure fund-Invest in the development of public infrastructures like roads, rail, and airports infrastructure 3. Angel Fund-Invest in startups and they bring their experience in business management to guide the company 4. Social Venture Fund-Invest in companies that intend to make a profit while solving social and environmental issues. Category II AIF AIFs which do not fall in categories 1 and III. It does not undertake leverage or borrowing other than day to day operational Real estate funds, pr