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Fund Lifecycle Assistance

Running a fund is a continuous act of operational discipline.

From launch to liquidation, a fund's operational integrity determines its reputation, its regulatory standing, and its ability to raise the next fund. We provide the ongoing operational, tax, and governance support that keeps everything running cleanly.

₹800Cr+

Deal Value Advised

2000+

Startups Served

180+

Investors Served

11 Yrs

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    The Challenge

    Why fund operations become a liability without dedicated support.

    ⚠ The Gap

    Most fund managers are excellent at sourcing deals and deploying capital. They are not set up to manage the operational complexity that comes with running a regulated investment vehicle. Vendor coordination falls through cracks. Tax filings get delayed. SEBI reporting requirements are missed or handled incorrectly.

    The consequences are not always immediately visible. But when the next fundraise begins, or when SEBI conducts an inspection, operational gaps become very expensive very quickly.

    ✓ Our Approach

    We provide a single point of accountability for all fund operations, tax compliance, and governance requirements. One team that coordinates custodians, RTAs, bankers, and auditors. One calendar that tracks every regulatory deadline. One practice that understands how all the pieces fit together.

    This is not glamorous work. But it is the work that separates professionally managed funds from everything else.

    Lifecycle Services

    Three pillars.
    Continuous operations.

    Fund operations, tax compliance, and governance support. Handled as one coordinated function.

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      Fund Operations & Vendor Management

      The Gap: Multiple vendors with no single point of coordination.

      Custodian, RTA, banker, and broker coordination through a single point of contact. Fund accountant oversight. NAV computation review. Investor record management and communication. Capital call and distribution processing. We become the operational thread that connects all your service providers.

      Custodian CoordinationRTA ManagementNAV ReviewCapital CallsDistribution ProcessingVendor Contracts
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    • 02

      Tax & Regulatory Compliance

      The Gap: Delayed filings and missed deadlines that trigger regulatory action.

      Fund ITR filing and tax computation. GST compliance on management fees. FATCA and CRS reporting. SEBI AIF regulatory filings and returns. Lower TDS certificate applications. Transfer pricing for cross-border fee arrangements. Calendar-driven, partner-overseen, zero tolerance for delays.

      Fund ITRGST on FeesFATCA/CRSSEBI ReturnsTDS CertificatesTransfer Pricing
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    • 03

      Governance & Legal Support

      The Gap: Governance frameworks that exist on paper but not in practice.

      Fund governance policy drafting and implementation. Investment committee frameworks and decision documentation. Conflict of interest management. Regulatory compliance monitoring and reporting. Governance audit and review. We make sure the governance framework you promised your LPs actually operates.

      Governance PoliciesIC FrameworksConflict ManagementCompliance MonitoringGovernance AuditsLP Reporting
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    How We Work

    Deliberate by design.

    We are not structured for volume. We are structured for outcomes.

    Operational Assessment

    We review your current operational setup. Vendors, systems, compliance status, reporting cadence. Identify gaps and inefficiencies.

    System Design

    We design the operational calendar, vendor coordination framework, and reporting structure that fits your fund's size and complexity.

    Ongoing Management

    Monthly and quarterly operations, filings, and reporting. All handled systematically with clear escalation paths and zero tolerance for missed deadlines.

    Audit & Review

    Periodic governance audits, compliance reviews, and operational assessments. Continuous improvement of fund operations.

    TESTIMONIALS

    Clients Perspective

    Mr. Vatsa Vakil

    Mr. Vatsa Vakil

    Managing Partner at Helix Capital

    I’ve worked with The Startup Gig across multiple investments now, and they’ve become my go-to legal team. They understand exactly how I evaluate deals, anticipate issues before I even raise them, and handle negotiations with a great balance of firmness and practicality. Having that consistency across deals is incredibly valuable.

    Harish Menon

    Harish Menon

    Co-Founder - House of Alpha

    The more deals we’ve done together, the smoother the process has become. They understand my risk appetite, my negotiation style, and what I care about in a deal. That familiarity makes every new transaction significantly easier.

    Nimesh Kampani

    Nimesh Kampani

    Founding Partner- 108 Capital

    Having known Pooja for a while and having seen her work up close, I can say they operate with a high degree of professionalism and consistency.

    Their ability to navigate transactions, simplify complex issues, and support founders effectively reflects the kind of legal partner startups truly need.

    Mr. Dhiraj Gambhire

    Mr. Dhiraj Gambhire

    Pharma Physician-Scientist

    Setting up and scaling in India meant dealing with multiple layers of legal work, especially around contracts and compliance. The Startup Gig supported us across a wide spectrum of agreements, ensuring everything was structured, consistent, and aligned with our global standards.

    What stood out was their responsiveness and ability to keep up with our pace as a growing company. For an overseas founder, that kind of reliable execution is invaluable.

    Mr. Gokul Prakash

    Mr. Gokul Prakash

    Chief Executive Officer at Lamberton Power

    We engaged The Startup Gig to help structure a joint venture in the sustainable energy space, and their approach went far beyond standard legal support.

    They brought a strong understanding of both the commercial objectives and the regulatory landscape, helping us design a structure that was not only compliant but also aligned with our long-term goals. Their ability to anticipate issues and navigate negotiations made them a valuable partner in the process.

    Mr. Dushyant Kothari

    Mr. Dushyant Kothari

    Founder & CEO, Hyurja Fuel Systems Private Limited

    We engaged The Startup Gig during a critical phase of our funding round, and their support made a tangible difference in getting the transaction closed.

    From handling documentation to actively supporting negotiations, they were hands-on, responsive, and solution-oriented throughout. Their ability to balance investor expectations with our interests helped move the deal forward smoothly.

    Mr. Faizan Ayubi

    Mr. Faizan Ayubi

    Co-Founder and CEO at Trackier

    What impressed us was their ability to deliver a full set of agreements within strict timelines while maintaining attention to detail.

    It’s rare to find a team that combines speed with precision so effectively.

    Mr. Nimeet Dhokai

    Mr. Nimeet Dhokai

    Co-Founder @ Happi Planet

    In the FMCG space, trademarks are not just legal assets—they are the foundation of the brand. There is absolutely no room for error.

    The Startup Gig handled 30+ trademark applications for us with remarkable precision and consistency. Their process was structured, efficient, and gave us complete confidence that every filing was done right.

    Mr. Omkar Magar

    Mr. Omkar Magar

    Sr. Software Developer

    As a first-time founder raising a substantial round, the process felt overwhelming at times. What truly stood out was how personally involved Pooja ma’am was throughout.

    No matter how many questions I had—even repetitive ones—she took the time to explain every detail with patience and clarity. That level of handholding gave me immense confidence.

    The Startup Gig didn’t just help us close the round—they made the entire journey smooth and far less stressful.

    Mr. Aum Deshpande

    Mr. Aum Deshpande

    Founder, Armor

    We onboarded The Startup Gig compliance team after a frustrating experience with our previous partners, and the difference was evident from day one.

    The handover was incredibly smooth, despite the volume and complexity of our transactions as a consumer electronics brand. Given the scale we operate at, even small errors can lead to serious GST and TDS implications—and we had already faced that earlier.

    With The Startup Gig, everything feels structured, accurate, and finally under control. We’re now on the right track.

    Mr. Ninad Saraf

    Mr. Ninad Saraf

    Founder @ Ultramotiv

    We had initially onboarded another firm for our funding compliance, but the experience was disappointing—they were expensive and assigned extremely junior associates to critical parts of our transaction, which made us feel like we weren’t a priority.

    With The Startup Gig, the difference was immediate. The founder herself was actively involved, which gave us confidence that there was real oversight and no scope for error. Their secretarial team handled the compliance aspects efficiently and seamlessly.

    For a startup, having an integrated legal and compliance team like this is invaluable.

    Mr. Tanmay

    Mr. Tanmay

    Co-Founder & CEO @ BAAS Technologies

    In a sector like aerospace, where transactions are complex and stakes are high, speed usually comes at the cost of precision. The Startup Gig proved otherwise.

    They helped us close our term sheet at lightning speed while ensuring every detail was thoroughly thought through. Their ability to move fast without compromising on quality made a real difference in maintaining deal momentum.

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Insuretech and Reinsurance

    We’ve been working with The Startup Gig for over three years now, and the experience has been consistently seamless.

    As an insurtech company based out of Dubai, we needed a team that could understand our evolving requirements and support us reliably over time—and they’ve done exactly that.

    At this point, we genuinely cannot think of working with any other law firm.

    Prachi Diwakar

    Prachi Diwakar

    Angel Investor

    Negotiating with founders can be tricky—you want protection without derailing the relationship. The Startup Gig handled this balance exceptionally well. They pushed for the right safeguards while keeping the conversation constructive. That’s a rare skill.

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Disha Shah

    AVP @ Alphatron Capital

    As we began evaluating opportunities in India, we were looking for legal counsel that could combine local expertise with global standards—and TheStartupGig delivered exactly that.

    Their diligence was thorough, structured, and highly actionable, whether we were assessing direct startup investments or commitments into other funds. What stood out was their ability to contextualize legal risks within the Indian regulatory landscape while keeping our global investment framework intact.

    They’ve become a trusted partner as we expand our footprint in India.

    Suma Monde Kapital Partners

    Suma Monde Kapital Partners

    As a fund evaluating and executing investments in India, we needed legal partners who could operate at institutional standards while navigating local complexities. TheStartupGig delivered exactly that.

    Their diligence was comprehensive, their advice commercially grounded, and their ability to support both direct investments and fund-level commitments was particularly valuable. They’ve become a reliable extension of our team for India.

    Mr. Arvind Venkat

    Mr. prateek Gupta

    Founder THW-The Healthy World | Founder Desi Farms | Founder Laxmi Industries

    Operating in the agritech space means working with a diverse set of stakeholders—core team, on-ground operators, and long-term partners. Designing an ESOP that fairly aligned everyone was critical for us.

    TheStartupGig helped us structure and implement our ESOP in a way that was both practical and scalable. They simplified a complex process, ensured compliance, and helped us create a plan that truly incentivizes long-term value creation.

    Ms. Kareena Singh

    Ms. Kareena Singh

    Co-Founder at Bnwwear

    As a first-time founder raising my first round in the fashion space, I had a lot of questions and uncertainties. TheStartupGig didn’t just handle the legal work—they guided me through the entire process with patience and clarity.

    From explaining terms to negotiating with investors and closing the documentation, they made what felt overwhelming much more manageable. I genuinely felt supported at every step.

    "A fund's operational discipline is the clearest signal of how it will manage your capital. We make sure that signal is strong."

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Things Worth Knowing

    What does fund lifecycle assistance include?
    It covers three areas: operational management (vendor coordination, NAV review, capital calls), tax and regulatory compliance (ITR, GST, FATCA, SEBI returns), and governance support (policy implementation, IC frameworks, compliance monitoring). We handle all three as one coordinated function.
    Why do funds need dedicated operational support?
    Because fund managers should spend their time sourcing deals and managing portfolio companies, not chasing custodians for NAV statements or reconciling investor records. Dedicated operational support ensures nothing falls through the cracks while the GP focuses on returns.
    Do you handle SEBI compliance for AIFs?
    Yes. We manage all SEBI reporting requirements including periodic returns, PPM updates, investor communication, and compliance with investment restrictions. We also support during SEBI inspections and audits.

    Operational excellence is not optional for a fund. It is the foundation of LP trust.

    Let our team handle the operational complexity so you can focus on deploying capital.

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