Can NRIs Invest in Indian PMS and How?

by Chanakya Capital | Sep 12, 2026 | Blog

NRIs can invest in a SEBI-registered PMS using NRE or NRO funds, subject to FEMA compliance and a ₹50 lakh minimum. The portfolio is held in a dedicated demat and bank account in the investor’s own name never pooled. Returns are taxed under Indian equity rules,...

What Is a Category II AIF and Who Should Invest in One?

by Chanakya Capital | Sep 11, 2026 | Blog

A Category II AIF is a SEBI-regulated Alternative Investment Fund that invests in unlisted equity, private debt, or real estate without leverage beyond operational needs. It’s the structure most private equity and debt funds in India use, sitting between...

What Is GIFT City and How Do NRIs Invest in India via an AIF?

by Chanakya Capital | Sep 10, 2026 | Blog

GIFT City (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City) is India’s only International Financial Services Centre, and NRIs can invest in Indian equities through it via a Category III AIF in USD without navigating the NRE/NRO account complexity that onshore PMS...

How to Invest in PMS in India

by Chanakya Capital | Sep 8, 2026 | Blog

PMS requires a minimum investment of ₹50 lakh and suits investors who want direct stock ownership, a concentrated portfolio, and a manager working solely on their behalf. The process: define your goals, shortlist SEBI-registered managers, review their strategy,...

PMS Minimum Investment

by Chanakya Capital | Sep 6, 2026 | Blog

The minimum investment for Portfolio Management Services (PMS) in India is ₹50 lakh, as mandated by SEBI. This threshold applies at the time of onboarding, covers the full portfolio (not per stock), and can be met through cash, existing securities, or a combination of...