Privately pooled funds investing in private equity, private credit, and complex strategies. ₹1 crore minimum. We curate Category I, II, and III AIFs based on manager track record and fit with your portfolio.
A personalised portfolio of directly held stocks, managed by a professional fund manager. ₹50 lakh minimum. We provide access to category-leading PMS strategies after independent evaluation.
Fixed-income instruments offering higher yields than traditional deposits. We conduct independent credit analysis rather than relying on ratings alone, so you understand the real risk behind the yield.
Access to shares in private companies before they list, through regulated intermediaries with complete documentation. A way to participate in high-growth businesses before the rest of the market.
Alternative investments suit clients with portfolios above ₹50 lakh who want diversification beyond traditional equity and debt mutual funds. Most are business owners, senior professionals, and families who have built significant liquidity and are comfortable with longer lock-ins or lower liquidity in exchange for differentiated return profiles.
Every alternative recommendation comes with a clear thesis on why it fits your larger allocation. We do not sell products. We build portfolios.
Alternative investments are assets outside traditional listed equity and debt. In India, they include Alternative Investment Funds (AIF), Portfolio Management Services (PMS), corporate bonds, structured products, and unlisted or pre-IPO shares. They typically offer higher return potential and portfolio diversification, with higher minimums and lower liquidity than mutual funds.
An AIF is a privately pooled investment vehicle regulated by SEBI that invests in non-traditional assets like private equity, private credit, and hedge strategies. SEBI classifies AIFs into three categories: Category I (startups, SMEs, infrastructure), Category II (private equity, private credit, real estate), and Category III (long-short and complex strategies). The minimum investment in an AIF is ₹1 crore.
AIFs require a minimum investment of ₹1 crore as mandated by SEBI. PMS requires a minimum of ₹50 lakh. Corporate bonds and unlisted shares can often be accessed at lower amounts depending on the specific opportunity. We work with clients holding ₹50 lakh or more in investable assets for alternative investment engagements.
PMS gives you a personalised portfolio of directly held stocks in your own demat account, with a ₹50 lakh minimum. An AIF is a pooled fund where your capital is combined with other investors and managed to a specific strategy, with a ₹1 crore minimum. PMS offers direct ownership and customisation. AIFs offer access to strategies (like private credit or pre-IPO) that PMS cannot easily replicate.
Unlisted shares can be purchased through regulated intermediaries, from promoters, employees exercising ESOPs, or through PMS and AIF structures that hold unlisted positions. Northbridge provides structured access to pre-IPO opportunities with complete documentation and shares credited to your demat account. Unlisted shares carry higher risk and lower liquidity, so they suit investors who understand the trade-off.
Corporate bonds offer higher yields than bank deposits but carry credit risk, the risk that the issuer cannot repay. We conduct independent credit analysis on every bond rather than relying solely on agency ratings, so you understand the real risk behind the yield. Bond safety depends entirely on the issuer's financial health and the bond's structure.
Returns vary widely by asset and strategy. Private credit AIFs have historically targeted 12 to 18% gross yields, private equity AIFs 15 to 25% IRR over long horizons, and corporate bonds offer fixed yields above deposit rates. These are targets, not guarantees. Alternative investments carry significant risk including potential loss of capital, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
Alternatives suit investors with portfolios above ₹50 lakh who want diversification beyond listed equity and debt, can commit capital for 3 to 7 years, and are comfortable with lower liquidity. Most alternative investors are HNIs, business owners, and senior professionals. They are generally not suitable for investors who may need quick access to their capital.
Yes. Northbridge is AMFI registered for AIF and PMS distribution, and an AMFI registered mutual fund distributor (ARN-41379). We provide structured access to alternative investments through SEBI-regulated channels.
Fill the form on this page or speak with our team. We will understand your portfolio, goals, and risk profile, then recommend a curated set of alternative investments matched to your situation. No sales pitch, just a clear assessment of what fits.
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