8i Ventures
8i Ventures is a Mumbai-based venture capital firm founded in 2018. It backs fintech and consumer startups from pre-seed through later growth rounds, with checks between $250,000 and $2 million. Founding partner Vikram Chachra leads the firm. Its second fund targets $50 million, with $25 million already closed. The portfolio spans more than 40 companies, including Slice and Blue Tokai.
Overview
8i Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Mumbai. The firm started operations in 2018. It invests in early-stage companies across India. Its focus centers on fintech and consumer startups. The firm also looks at enterprise and technology-focused businesses. It runs a program called Origami for pre-seed founders. This program offers checks up to $2 million.
Investment Focus and Stage
8i Ventures backs founders from pre-seed through later rounds. Its reach extends to series B for strong performers. Check sizes for early rounds run from $250,000 to $2 million. Larger follow-on checks can reach $10 million for later stages. Vikram Chachra, the firm's founding partner, set this structure around reserving capital for winners.
Fund Size and Portfolio
8i Ventures raised its second fund with a $50 million target. The firm closed $25 million in the first round of that fund. Family offices backed this raise, including the Salgaocars and the Kothari family. The firm has invested in more than 40 companies to date. Recent counts place the number near 45 as of mid-2026. Its portfolio includes Slice, Blue Tokai, and M2P, three known names in Indian fintech and consumer brands. Other notable names include Easebuzz, Transbnk, Signzy, and Carwale.com.
Leadership
Vikram Chachra founded 8i Ventures and serves as its founding partner. He built a career in internet and fintech businesses before this role. His background includes stints at HCLTech, Santander, and Eight Capital Group. Chachra has backed startups that later became known brands in India. His approach favors founders working on financial infrastructure problems