3%

Women-founded businesses receiving funding in India.

<1%

Total women business owners in India owning scalable enterprises.

5.2%

Indian women entrepreneurs receiving total credit from Public Sector Banks in 2021.

~10%

Formal enterprises are owned by women in the country, and India ranks 57 out of 65 on the MasterCard Index of Women Entrepreneurs.

26%

Women entrepreneurs in India have access to formal credit. Market linkages and business mentoring are among the most neglected areas in entrepreneurship support schemes.

Caspian Debt is addressing the systemic challenges facing women entrepreneurs in India by providing tailored financial support, investment and networking opportunities. They aim to bridge the gap in access to capital, offer mentorship, and facilitate market linkages, empowering women founders and fostering inclusivity in the entrepreneurial landscape. We have been making notable strides in supporting women entrepreneurs.

51%

of active companies in FY 23 that are qualifying for 2X (women in leadership, economic empowerment, positive impact, gender equality in operations, and commitment to gender equality.)

43%

of our total disbursement since inception to 2X companies

Debt Funding from INR 2.5 Mn (25L) up to 10 Mn (1 Cr) with Zero Processing Fee

One-on-One and Group Mentorship Engagement for Qualified Applicants

Technical Assistance through Workshops and Webinars for qualified applicants

Open Hours with Successful/ Established Women Entrepreneurs

Introductions to Investors and other Women from Indian Investing Landscape

Who can Apply

It is crucial for us to emphasize the inclusive ethos of this endeavor. We are deeply committed to supporting women entrepreneurs, alongside businesses dedicated to addressing their unique needs. Keeping this commitment at the forefront, here are the essential criteria for eligibility:

This fund supports enterprises that are either women-founded or co-founded, meaning those with at least 25% shareholding held by women. (or)
Companies with more than 30% of their workforce comprised of women. (or)
Businesses primarily focused on serving women.
The enterprise must be registered as a Private Limited Company in India.
The company must have been operational for a minimum of two years.
The company must have a minimal annual revenue of INR 30 Mn (3 Cr).

How to Apply

Fill the Application Form

Entrepreneurs who are interested and meet the eligibility criteria can submit their applications by giving details in the application form.

Interaction with the Investment Team

Every applicant will have the chance to connect with the Caspian Investment team for a 30-minute call. The investment team member will hear your pitch, answer your questions and give you feedback on areas which may be relevant to you. Most entrepreneurs reach out to us to get feedback on appropriate financing strategy, business model, scaling challenges, connects for strategic partnerships and/or investors.

As part of the introductory call, the Investments team will:

Seek to understand your business model in order to evaluate your suitability for the program.
They will provide detailed information about Caspian and its offerings, as well as the support available.
Respond to any questions or feedback . Therefore, we encourage you to prepare questions you would like to ask.

Additional Details & Confirmation

Following the introductory call, the Caspian team may contact you to request additional documentation and information to assist in assessing your suitability for the program and advise you on next steps.

Selected startups and entrepreneurs will receive an email confirming their selection.

FEMBLAZE Program

We focus on empowering women-founded or co-founded businesses, ensuring that your unique requirements are understood and addressed effectively.

If selected for the FEMBLAZE Program, along with funding, you will also receive tailored support in the form of mentoring, technical assistance, access to community and Caspian networks, Office Hours, etc.

The Caspian Advantage

2X Flagship Fund

Certified B Corp

Signatory to PCAF

At Caspian Debt, we recognize that funding is just the beginning. When you choose us, you gain more than just financial backing; you become part of a transformative partnership that fuels innovation, growth, and unyielding progress.

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