Explore These Powerful Investment Alternatives for NRIs
Smart, Strategic, and NRI-Friendly alternate investments
Most NRIs stick to mutual funds or fixed deposits when it comes to investing in India. But there’s a new wave of curated, high-conviction investment options designed for those who want more than just average returns.
At iNRI, we’re making it easier for global Indians to discover and invest in alternative asset classes — all compliant, and all tailored to NRI needs.
Here’s what’s new and exciting 👇
🚨 New Launch: Compounding Gems – Aravalli Fund I
Invest in India—without PFIC, tax headaches, or repatriation issues.
A fund offering for U.S. investors to access India’s high-growth Small & Mid-Cap companies through a tax-efficient, private equity-style structure.
Learn how this differentiated approach avoids PFIC, remittance taxes, and Indian compliance burdens, while delivering smart exposure to India’s growth story.
GIFT City Funds
GIFT City is India’s international financial center, offering NRIs access to globally managed funds with special tax and regulatory advantages. These funds are managed by top Indian AMCs but structured specifically for overseas investors.
Minimum investment for these funds is $150k
Options available on iNRI:
HDFC Gift City Funds
The HDFC Gift City funds follow a feeder fund structure — meaning, they pool money (from NRIs and foreign investors) and invest it directly into an underlying domestic mutual fund scheme in India. This allows NRIs to access popular HDFC Mutual Fund strategies like Flexi Cap, Mid Cap, and Small Cap without the usual tax or regulatory hassles.
Phillip Capital - Billion Opportunities Fund
The PhillipCapital Billion Opportunities Fund is a USD-denominated Flexi Cap fund based in GIFT City, investing in 25–35 high-conviction Indian companies. It offers monthly liquidity, zero capital gains tax in India, and seamless repatriation—ideal for global investors seeking long-term exposure to India’s growth.
Who’s it for?
NRIs looking for tax-efficient, globally compliant access to Indian capital markets.
Portfolio Management Services (PMS)
Capitalmind PMS
A premium investment service where your capital is actively managed by professional portfolio managers. PMS strategies offer higher flexibility, transparency, and tailored strategies compared to mutual funds.
Why Capitalmind PMS?
Built on quantitative models and research-backed frameworks
Direct ownership of stocks (no pooled mutual fund structure)
Transparent, low-churn, and tax-efficient
Minimum investment: ₹50 lakhs
Strong track record of disciplined, long-term returns
Who’s it for?
NRIs with higher investable capital seeking a personalized, high-conviction approach to wealth management.
Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) – Startup Investing
Startup Investing with TDV Partners
An exclusive opportunity to invest in early-stage Indian startups through TDV Partners — a venture capital firm with deep domain expertise.
Why it stands out:
Access to pre-vetted, high-potential startups
Professionally managed with due diligence, legal and compliance support
Structured to be NRI-friendly and fully compliant with FEMA and RBI norms
Exposure to India's startup economy — one of the fastest-growing in the world
Who’s it for?
NRIs interested in venture capital and high-risk, high-reward investments that could create asymmetric returns over the long term.
So, Who Should Consider These Alternative Investments?
You should explore these options if:
✅ You already invest in mutual funds and want better diversification
✅ You have idle capital for 3–10 years and want to beat inflation
✅ You’re interested in tax-efficient structures tailored for NRIs
✅ You want professional guidance and research-driven portfolios
✅ You’re excited by India’s long-term growth story and want deeper exposure
🌍 At iNRI, our mission is simple:
To make world-class Indian investment opportunities accessible to every global Indian — digitally, compliantly, and confidently.
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