Build a stronger Indian business plan and investment strategy
We help startups, SMEs, established businesses and international companies turn their vision into capital in India. From market research and feasibility studies to INR and foreign-currency financial models, investor-ready pitch decks, Startup India and DPIIT benefits, and introductions to Indian, NRI and international investors, we prepare you to raise money and grow with confidence.
Our Business Planning & Investment Services in India
From early-stage startups to corporate expansion, we offer end-to-end support across four service areas.
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- Market research and feasibility: demand, competitor and pricing analysis across Indian states and city tiers, and feasibility studies for new projects and market entry.
- Business model development: revenue models, pricing and distribution strategy for Indian customers, including digital and D2C channels.
- Financial projections: three- to five-year models in INR (and your home currency) reflecting Indian costs and taxes, including corporate tax under the Income-tax Act 2025, GST, provident fund and labour code costs.
- Operational planning: location choice between states, hiring, payroll, suppliers and premises.
- Strategic roadmapping: milestones linked to funding rounds, incentive approvals and expansion across India.
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- Investment readiness: data room, cap table, valuation reports, shareholders’ agreement and governance clean-up.
- VC and private equity advisory: preparing for and negotiating with Indian and international VC and PE funds, including SEBI-registered Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs).
- Funding strategy: combining equity, venture debt, bank finance, credit guarantee schemes and government incentives, with FEMA-compliant foreign investment.
- Investor relations: reporting packs and board materials for Indian and overseas investors.
- M&A advisory: buy-side and sell-side support, valuation and due diligence for Indian companies, including cross-border deals.
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- Business plans for seed and early-stage funding: structured for angels, accelerators and AIFs.
- Angel and incubator connections: introductions to Indian angel networks, incubators and accelerators.
- DPIIT recognition and tax benefits: Startup India recognition, applications for the three-year startup tax holiday, and ESOP planning.
- Go-to-market and scaling: launching in India, expanding across states and preparing for the next round.
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- Risk assessment: market, regulatory, foreign exchange (INR volatility), tax and supply-chain risks.
- Business continuity planning: continuity and crisis plans, including cyber security and data protection.
- Investment risk management: FEMA and RBI compliance, incentive conditions and investor protections.
India offers a wide range of central and state government incentives. We help you identify the schemes that fit your plan, build them into your financial model and prepare strong applications.
Through Make in India and Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes across sectors such as electronics, pharmaceuticals, automobiles and specialty materials, India supports manufacturing at scale. National missions back semiconductors, artificial intelligence (IndiaAI), green hydrogen and biotechnology, and state governments offer their own investment incentives.
India is simplifying its rules for business: the new Income-tax Act 2025, the four consolidated labour codes, decriminalisation of minor offences under the Jan Vishwas reforms, and the National Single Window System for approvals. Most sectors allow 100% foreign investment under the automatic route.
Startup India and DPIIT recognition unlock tax and compliance benefits for startups. MSMEs registered on the Udyam portal can access collateral-free credit through CGTMSE, startups can use the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups, and SIDBI and state agencies offer further finance and support.
The Government invests in startups through SEBI-registered Alternative Investment Funds via the Fund of Funds for Startups, which Budget 2026 expanded by ₹10,000 crore. Eligible DPIIT-recognised startups incorporated before 1 April 2030 can claim a 100% tax deduction on profits for three of their first ten years, and the “angel tax” on share premiums was abolished from 2025-26.
Industries We Serve
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- Small & Medium Enterprises — growth plans and financing for Indian MSMEs expanding at home or abroad, combining bank finance, credit guarantees and incentives.
- Startups — from DPIIT recognition and seed funding to venture-backed growth and rapid scaling.
- Corporate Expansion — feasibility studies, incentive applications and M&A for international businesses entering India, including global capability centres and manufacturing, and Indian companies expanding to the UK, Ireland and the EU.
- Private Investors & Family Offices — sourcing and assessing Indian investment opportunities for family offices, NRIs and foreign investors, with risk strategies for diversified portfolios.
Why Choose Us
Industry Expertise
Decades of combined experience across sectors, supported by partners who understand how Indian banks, investors and government bodies assess a business plan.
Tailored Solutions
Every plan is built around your goals and Indian market conditions, from state-level differences to currency risk.
Global Investor Network
Access to investors, lenders and partners in India, the UK, Ireland, the EU and beyond, connecting Indian businesses with international capital and international businesses with India.
End-to-End Support
From first concept through funding, company formation and scaling operations.
Trusted by Businesses Across Three Continents
From startups to multinationals, we have helped clients in the UK, Ireland, the EU, India, North America and beyond plan, raise funding and grow.
- 18+ Years Experience
- 30+ Satisfied Clients
- 25+ Expert Team
- 4 International offices
- Glasgow
- London
- Dublin
- Budapest
Frequently asked question
Business planning, investment consulting, startup advisory and risk management for businesses in India and international companies entering India, plus help with Startup India recognition and government incentives.
Book a free 15-minute call online, email us at info@stconsultanccies.co.uk, or call our UK or Irish office.
Startups, SMEs, corporates and technology and innovation businesses, with particular experience in cross-border work between India and the UK, Ireland, the EU and North America.
It follows four steps:
- a free discovery call to understand your goals;
- a needs analysis, including which Indian incentives and tax benefits you may qualify for;
- a tailored plan with clear milestones and deadlines;
- ongoing advisory as you raise funds and grow.
More than 15 years of cross-border experience, a partner-led model, and a network of investors and advisers linking India with the UK, Ireland, the EU and beyond.
Pricing depends on scope and is usually agreed as a fixed fee after the initial consultation.
Yes. We can share anonymised case studies, including India-related projects, during our first conversation.
We work with everyone from pre-revenue startups to corporates operating in several countries.
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We would love to hear more about your India project
Whether you are preparing your first plan, raising a round or bringing your business to India, our team is ready to help.
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