Inflection Point Ventures (IPV)

Inflection Point Ventures

Company type	Angel investor
Industry	Venture capital
Founded	2018 (2018)
Founder	Vinay Bansal, Ankur Mittal, Mitesh Shah, Vinod Bansal
Headquarters	Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Key people	Vinay Bansal (CEO), Ankur Mittal (Co-founder), Mitesh Shah (Co-founder)
AUM	₹20 crore (US$2.3 million) (2019)
Website	www.ipventures.in

Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) is an angel investing platform based in Gurgaon, India, founded in 2018. It connects startups with a network of over 24,000 investors, including CXOs, high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), and professionals, to provide both monetary and non-monetary support. IPV focuses on early-stage startups across various sectors, offering funding, mentorship, and access to networks for market expansion. The platform is known for its transparent due diligence process and low investment ticket size, starting at ₹1 lakh, making angel investing accessible. As of 2025, IPV has invested in over 250 startups and facilitated 47 exits, achieving significant internal rates of return (IRR) for its investors.

Founders & Leadership

Inflection Point Ventures was founded by a team of four individuals with diverse backgrounds in finance, startups, and investment banking:

• Vinay Bansal, CEO: A seasoned finance professional with over 20 years of experience in Fortune 50 companies, private equity, and startups. He is a turnaround specialist who developed IPV to address pain points in startup funding.
• Ankur Mittal, Co-founder: A Chartered Accountant and MBA from Georgetown University, with expertise in investment banking and over 20 angel investments prior to IPV.
• Mitesh Shah, Co-founder: A startup veteran with experience at Ola and BookMyShow, Shah mentors early-stage startups and focuses on operational growth.
• Vinod Bansal, Co-founder: A veteran with over 40 years of experience in banking, investment, and business development, contributing strategic insights to IPV.

The leadership team emphasizes disciplined investing, rigorous due diligence, and supporting founders with experiential capital, including mentorship and market access.

Investment Thesis

IPV is sector-agnostic, investing in startups with committed and competent founders, regardless of geography. It focuses on early-stage ventures, from pre-seed to Series B, with a preference for companies demonstrating validated ideas and revenue generation. Key sectors include AI, SaaS, fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, edtech, clean technology, IoT, and consumer durables. IPV typically invests between ₹1 crore and ₹7 crore per deal, with individual investor ticket sizes starting at ₹1 lakh. The platform prioritizes reasonable valuations and sustainable growth, leveraging its network for post-investment support.

Timeline

Year	Milestone
2018	Inflection Point Ventures founded in Gurgaon, India.
2019	Launched ₹20 crore fund to invest in 20 startups.
2020	Expanded investor base to 7,000+ angels, funded 108+ startups.
2021	Invested in startups in Tier 2 and 3 cities, including BluSmart and Multibhashi.
2023	Achieved 14 exits with 61% IRR, launched IPV Ideaschool accelerator.
2024	Facilitated 14 exits, including Prescinto AI acquisition by IBM and Parablu by CrashPlan.
2025	Expanded to 24,000+ investors, announced plans for an international fund.

Portfolio/Featured Startups

As of 2025, IPV has invested in over 250 startups across various sectors. Below is a selection of notable investments:

Startup Name	Sector	Investment Stage	First Invested	Notable Outcomes
BluSmart	Mobility	Seed	2020	Raised $7M in pre-Series A (2024)
Feline Spirits	Beverages	Pre-Series A	2025	Raised ₹5.2 crore (2025)
Naptapgo	Hospitality	Pre-Seed	2025	Raised ₹2 crore (2025)
ixamBee	Edtech	Pre-Series A	2023	Raised ₹11 crore (2023)
Hudle	Sports & Fitness	Pre-Series A	2023	Raised ₹7 crore (2023)

Notable Exits

IPV has facilitated 47 exits from its portfolio, with key liquidity events including:

• Prescinto AI: Acquired by IBM in 2024, yielding a 28% IRR and 2.17x return.
• Parablu: Acquired by CrashPlan in 2024, achieving a 30% IRR and 2.2x return.
• BharatPe: Partial exit with significant returns, details undisclosed.
• Qbera: Successful exit, details undisclosed.

Fund Details

• IPV Fund (2019): ₹20 crore, focused on early-stage startups across sectors.
• Physis Capital (2023): Category 2 fund, size undisclosed, targeting healthcare, SaaS, and deep technology.
• International Fund (2025): Planned launch, targeting global startups, size undisclosed.

Accelerator / Program Details

IPV's Idea School Batch - 1

IPV launched the IPV Ideaschool accelerator program in 2023 to empower startups with strategic guidance and access to its investor network. The program supports early-stage startups with mentorship, technological insights, and connections to global markets. It focuses on scalability and sustainable growth, offering tailored support through the LetsGrow program, which facilitates founder-investor partnerships.

Application Process

Startups seeking funding from IPV can apply through the official website by submitting a pitch deck and business details. The process involves:

1. Initial screening by IPV analysts.
2. Detailed due diligence by a lead/co-lead investor, including financial and market analysis.
3. Presentation to IPV’s investor network for funding commitment.
4. Negotiation of terms to protect both parties.

IPV evaluates startups based on founder quality, idea viability, and valuation reasonableness. Only about 1% of over 9,900 applications are selected for investment.

Key Co-investors

IPV frequently co-invests with:

• SucSEED Indovation
• Venture Catalysts
• Mumbai Angels
• Hyderabad Angels
• Faad Capital
• Individual investors like Chirag Praful Shah and Deepak Chandran.

Impact Investments or CSR

IPV supports startups addressing societal challenges, such as healthcare, clean technology, and mental health. Investments in companies like Prescinto AI (renewable energy) and BonV Aero (sustainable aviation) reflect a commitment to impact-driven ventures.

Media & Recognition

• Featured in YourStory for democratizing angel investing (2025).
• Recognized by Tech Observer for achieving 61% IRR in 2023.
• Covered by Business Insider India for investments in Tier 2 and 3 cities (2022).

FAQs

What is IPV’s investment focus?

IPV is sector-agnostic, prioritizing startups with strong founders and reasonable valuations across stages from pre-seed to Series B.

Who can invest with IPV?

Investors with a minimum commitment of ₹1 lakh can join, including CXOs, HNIs, and professionals interested in startups.

How can startups apply for funding?

Startups can submit pitch decks via IPV’s website, followed by a rigorous due diligence process.

What support does IPV offer beyond funding?

IPV provides mentorship, market access, and technological insights through programs like LetsGrow and IPV Ideaschool.

What is IPV’s success rate?

IPV reports a failure rate of less than 10%, with 47 exits from over 200 investments as of 2024.

External Links

• Official website
• LinkedIn
• X

Related Investors

• Venture Catalysts
• Mumbai Angels
• Hyderabad Angels
• SucSEED Indovation