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Alternative Investment Funds
AIF categories, eligibility, minimum commitments, liquidity, fees and comparisons with PMS and mutual funds.
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Each guide includes a direct answer, key points, an Indian example, risks, FAQs and official sources.
Alternative Investment Funds
What is an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) in India?
Understand how AIFs pool private capital, the types of assets they may use and why liquidity, fees and manager selection matter.
Read guide → Alternative Investment FundsWhat is the difference between Category I, II and III AIFs?
Compare the three principal SEBI AIF categories by investment purpose, leverage, liquidity and typical strategy.
Read guide → Alternative Investment FundsWho can invest in an AIF and what is the minimum investment?
Understand the general ₹1 crore AIF threshold, important exceptions, commitments, capital calls and suitability checks.
Read guide → Alternative Investment FundsAIF versus PMS versus mutual fund: what is the difference?
Compare pooled AIFs, individually managed PMS accounts and regulated mutual-fund schemes by ownership, minimums, liquidity and complexity.
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