Global Investment Opportunities:While the focus remains on nurturing Indian startups, SEBI allows angel funds to invest in the securities of companies incorporated outside India. However, such investments are subject to conditions and guidelines stipulated by RBI (Reserve Bank of India) and SEBI.
It's typically between around 10% and 25% but it can be as much as 40% or more. Angel investment is most suitable if your business has growth potential, and you're willing to give up part ownership in return for investment.
Online platforms like AngelList, Indian Angel Network, or LetsVenture are the right place to connect with potential investors. You can also attend networking events and conferences for startups that allow entrepreneurs to meet investors in person.
While there are no hard and fast rules, the most common ways to structure an angel investment is by taking on board a minority stake in the company, or investing in convertible debt.
How to find angel investors Get involved with angel groups and angel investment networks. Attract interest to your business on social media. Attend networking events. Compete in startup events and pitch competitions. Talk with fellow founders. Engage with an incubator or accelerator. Participate in local startup ecosystems.
To be an angel, you need to qualify as an accredited investor, defined by the SEC as $1 million of net worth or annual income over $200,000. (I'm simplifying – the real definition is a bit more complex – but it gives you the idea.)
India has a structured tax system that uses both proportional and progressive taxation depending on income and other different standards. In this nation, angel tax is levied at a hefty rate of 30.9% on investments received by a startup greater than its fair market value.
An individual investor who has net tangible assets of at least INR 2 crore excluding value of the investor's principal residence, and who: has early stage investment experience, or. has experience as a serial entrepreneur, or. is a senior management professional with at least 10 years of experience.