Dedicated Pre-Seed
Cheque
We invest in what we understand before others do. We won’t have multiple calls just to keep a
check on you.
Non-FOMO
Driven
We invest only out of pure conviction, driven by sectoral thesis and unique view on the space.
Global
Network
We are a Globe to India and India to the Globe team that believes that community is not just a jargon but a place where founders can have a solid network.
Beyond
Capital
Assisting our portfolio founders to not just survive but outgrow through a network of mentors, founders and hiring leaders.
Friends with
Founders
Our conversations are not limited to whatsapp reports. We prioritize founder’s burnout over
cash burnout.
Dedicated Pre-Seed
Cheque
We invest in what we understand before others do. We won’t have multiple calls just to keep a check on you.
Non-FOMO
Driven
We invest only out of pure conviction, driven by sectoral thesis and unique view on the space.
Global
Network
We are a Globe to India and India to the Globe team that believes that community is not just a jargon but a place where founders can have a solid network.
Beyond
Capital
Friends with
Founders
Our conversations are not limited to whatsapp reports. We prioritize founder’s burnout over cash burnout.
Solving primary needs
for the next billion
Solving primary needs for the next billion
Focusing only on the sectors worth Trillions, We are Sector Differentiated.
Fintech
~$1 Tn+ by 2030
Highest adoption rate globally (87%)
AI/SaaS
~$65 Bn+ by 2030
In India
Consumer Tech
~90 Bn+ by 2030
In India
Eximius
Edge
Supporting our founders to maximise impact by helping them build the best teams to deliver results.
Our Portfolio
Hear from the founders themselves
Eximius has been a great partner for us from day 0. They were fully transparent and helped us in shaping our ideas. They have proactively helped us with relevant connections.
Movin Jain
Co-Founder at Skydo
If you're an early stage founder who is just coming off raising some money, you're probably hiring and iterating towards a product market fit. The team at Eximius will help you with both of these functions.
Nikhil Khure
Co-Founder at Finarkein Analytics
As a founder, I have had a great experience with the Eximius team. Apart from the capital, we got access to the network and connects which are super helpful for a growing startup. The team is just a call away when we need them.
Parth Chadha
Co-Founder at Stan
From timely feedback on growth ideas to help in hiring tech talent, Eximius has been a great partner throughout. You can bank on them for any help you need in your startup journey 🙂
Rahul Gope
Co-Founder at Oyela
Any questions?
We got you
What is Eximius Ventures?
We are a pre-seed focused venture capital firm investing in bold entrepreneurs and seasoned operators building transformative companies from India for the world. At Eximius, we typically invest $500K to $1M in your first institutional round, often backing founders before traction or even a fully built product.
As a pre-seed fund, we specialize in supporting companies at the very beginning when belief matters more than metrics. We like to say we write “Cheque Zero” backing founders at the idea stage, sometimes even before incorporation when few others will.
What is a Pre Seed Venture Capital Firm?
A Pre Seed VC firm is a venture capital fund that invests in startups at the very beginning of their journey, often before they have a product, traction, or even incorporation. Pre-seed VC firm focus on backing visionary entrepreneurs with bold ideas, providing the critical first cheque and strategic support needed to move from idea to execution.
These firms understand that early-stage success relies more on belief in the founder than on traditional business metrics. At Eximius Ventures, one of the top pre-seed Venture capital firms in India, we specialize in identifying high-potential startups and helping them build a strong foundation for global success.
What type of rounds do we participate in?
- Our Venture Partner Network
- Fellow founders and seasoned operators
- Other friendly VCs we admire and collaborate with
What support does Eximius provide beyond capital?
Beyond the cheque, we offer high-conviction support including:
- Strategic guidance tailored to early-stage decisions
- Access to a global network of experts, operators, and investors
- Hands-on mentorship from our team and advisors
- A founder-first approach to scaling your vision effectively
Why is Eximius Ventures the Best Pre Seed Venture Capital Firm in India?
Eximius Ventures is recognized as the best pre seed VC firm in India because we are built around one mission: to champion founders at the very earliest stage when belief matters most. We invest $500K to $1M in pre-product or early-traction rounds, offering not just capital but also deep operational expertise, a powerful global network, and personalized mentorship.
As one of India’s most founder-focused pre seed VC firms, we actively help build your round, introduce you to seasoned operators and top-tier investors, and guide you through key early-stage decisions. Our commitment to writing the “Cheque Zero” and helping founders scale from idea to impact is what makes Eximius Ventures the go-to choice for ambitious entrepreneurs in India.
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