Invest early in the startups shaping India

Be an Angel connects investors with carefully screened early-stage startups, so you can back promising founders with good information and a community beside you.

What angel investing means

Angel investors are individual investors who invest in the preliminary phase of companies. These companies are typically early-stage startups looking for seed funding that will help them build a solid foundation for the phases of growth that follow. Besides financial returns, investors get the opportunity to engage with entrepreneurs and help young startups evolve, progress and flourish.

Be an Angel is a dedicated platform that educates people on the advantages and risks involved in investing in startups. Here you can connect with like-minded investors and create your own syndicate. We assist angel investors by screening startups and providing a curated list, so you can pursue substantial returns on your investment.

We believe investing is noble, a virtue that contributes to the upliftment of the country. Through this platform, we aim to create wealth for investors as well as for the startups we work with. Be an Angel is an initiative of Ientra Business Solutions Private Limited.

Benefits of being an angel

Become a stakeholder in exciting projects working with cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, extended reality and quantum computing, and invest in ideas from industries you understand and care about.

Access

Reach startups working on innovative ideas, interact with some of the best minds in India, and invest early in new and emerging trends.

Co-invest

Invest alongside VCs and other angels. Join smart money to improve your chances of being on the winning side.

Learn

New to angel investing? We explain the pros and cons, and mentor you on the tools to evaluate a startup before you commit.

Risk awareness

Understand the risks of early-stage investing before you commit. Access relevant startup information and due diligence insights to make informed investment decisions. Remember, investments in startups are high-risk and may result in a partial or total loss of capital.

Networking

Meet like-minded people at our exclusive events and connect with young talent, upcoming leaders and trendsetters from varied backgrounds.

Updates

Receive monthly updates on the startups you invest in. Always know what is happening, with the option to step in when needed.

Due diligence

Get access to legal and financial due diligence reports. You cannot make good decisions without good information.

Support

Comprehensive support before and after you invest, with the documentation and services you need.

How it works

  1. Register

    Sign up using the registration form and expect a call from us. We are always happy to learn more about you and your investment goals.

  2. Participate

    Get comprehensive information on startups in the areas you prefer. When an idea interests you, request more details or a meeting with the founders.

  3. Invest

    Invest alongside other angels when you find a project that matches your preferences. You decide which opportunities to take.

  4. Long-term potential

    Explore early-stage businesses with the potential to grow and create lasting value. Discover innovative startups and consider opportunities aligned with your investment goals, time horizon and risk appetite.

What our angels say

“I have always been fascinated by Indian startups, but never thought I could be a part of them. Thanks to Be an Angel, now even I can invest in exciting companies.”
Neethu SinghSolution Specialist, Deloitte USA
“I started my company from scratch without any support. I would love to lend my support to young entrepreneurs in achieving their dreams.”
ManojFounder, Omkar Print Labs
“I would like to share the knowledge I have gained over 40 years of experience with a startup, and I would love to be a part of something new.”
SureshRetd. AGM, State Bank of Mysore

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