TDV Partners
Venture capitalBengaluru · Seed–Series A · 2 people tracked
Investment thesis
TDV Partners backs founders at day zero, aiming to be the first institutional investor in India's next generation of companies. It writes first cheques before a product or revenue exists, requiring only a strong idea and relevant founder background. The firm is highly hands-on, supporting founders through brainstorming, early customer acquisition, hiring, go-to-market and follow-on fundraising. Its focus areas are consumer tech (tech-led products for everyday needs), consumer upgrade (products serving India's rising aspirations), and consumer AI (AI products that boost productivity). The overarching goal is to help outliers build iconic, category-defining companies contributing to India's next trillion dollars in value.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 2, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from the firm's websiteFounding partner of TDV Partners who has led investments in 40+ consumer startups over four-plus years. A two-time entrepreneur (Athletto and FruitOn) and former InnoVen Capital investor, he holds an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad and a B.Tech from NIT Nagpur.
Investments · 39 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAcai-focused healthy food QSR chain
Company founded by Harshit Dwivedi that raised a Series A.
One-stop shop for all devotional needs
Helping creators earn from their skills online
Part-time and gig-work platform
Platform for connecting devotees with temples
A curated vertical marketplace for jewellery
Usage-based billing for agentic AI companies
An omnichannel furniture store
Social commerce for expecting and new mothers
Startup founded by Smarthveer Sidana, backed at the idea stage.
Early-stage venture founded by Rituraj Biswas.
Secured lending platform against gold
Cognitive health platform powered by neuroscience
Consumer brand/platform founded by Radhika Ghai.
Global talent mobility platform
Real estate investments in the Middle East region
AI-powered loyalty platform for brands
3D digital twins using photogrammetry
Zero-capex solar for residential societies
Italian leather products for every occasion
Supports Web3 projects in scaling their operations
Financial app tailored for 100M salaried Indians
Generative engine optimization platform
Smart access control solutions for workplaces
Tech-enabled chain of sports academies
India's leading social app for gamers and creators
No-code platform to build apps
Premium scrubs and medical wear
Company founded by Divij Goyal, backed from day zero.
Drones for inventory tracking in warehouses
An audio voice calling platform for Bharat
Home and lifestyle quick commerce
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does TDV Partners invest at?
- TDV Partners invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What is TDV Partners's typical check size?
- TDV Partners typically writes checks of $50K – $500K.
- What sectors does TDV Partners focus on?
- TDV Partners focuses on Consumer, Crypto & Web3.
- Where is TDV Partners located?
- TDV Partners is headquartered in Bengaluru, IN.
- Does TDV Partners lead rounds?
- Yes, TDV Partners leads investment rounds.
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