Zerodha's Kamath Brothers Invest INR 250 Cr in InCred Ahead of IPO InCred operates through three entities—InCred Finance, InCred Capital, and InCred Money.

By Entrepreneur Staff

You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media.

Zerodha’s Kamath Brothers

In a significant move ahead of InCred's upcoming public listing, Zerodha co-founders Nithin and Nikhil Kamath have invested INR 250 crore to acquire a minority stake in InCred Holdings, the parent company of InCred Financial Services (IFSL).

The investment comes just months before InCred's planned Initial Public Offering (IPO), which is expected to raise INR 4,000–INR 5,000 crore and value the firm at USD 1.8–USD 2.5 billion.

Nikhil Kamath said, "India's credit ecosystem is changing fast—more formal, more digital, and more accessible. InCred Group seems to get that. They've built a strong team, a technology-first approach, and a clear view of where the market is headed. Backing them is a bet on that broader shift—and the belief that responsible lending can scale without losing sight of fundamentals."

Founded in 2016 by Bhupinder Singh, InCred has grown into a diversified lending platform focused on consumer, SME, and education financing. It uses deep data science, proprietary risk analytics, and digital-first operations to serve retail and MSME borrowers across the country.

InCred operates through three entities—InCred Finance, InCred Capital, and InCred Money. InCred Finance has raised over USD 370 million to date, with USD 60 million coming from its Series D round, which made it a unicorn. InCred Capital manages wealth, asset management, and capital market services and recently raised USD 50 million from several family offices.

The Kamath brothers' strategic backing adds momentum to InCred's IPO ambitions and reinforces investor confidence in India's rapidly evolving digital lending landscape.

Entrepreneur Staff

Entrepreneur Staff

Editor

For more than 30 years, Entrepreneur has set the course for success for millions of entrepreneurs and small business owners. We'll teach you the secrets of the winners and give you exactly what you need to lay the groundwork for success.
Leadership

The Difference Between Entrepreneurs Who Survive Crises and Those Who Don't

In a business world accelerated by AI, visibility alone is fragile. Here's how strategic silence and consistency can turn reputation into your most powerful asset.

Business Ideas

70 Small Business Ideas to Start in 2025

We put together a list of the best, most profitable small business ideas for entrepreneurs to pursue in 2025.

Business News

AI Could Cause 99% of All Workers to Be Unemployed in the Next Five Years, Says Computer Science Professor

Professor Roman Yampolskiy predicted that artificial general intelligence would be developed and used by 2030, leading to mass automation.

News and Trends

How Lab-Grown Diamonds are Reshaping Jewellery Market

As sustainability takes the centre stage shaping the luxury market, lab grown diamonds (LGDs) are leading the way and not merely following the latest trends, says Ishendra Agarwal, Founder, Giva

News and Trends

Reveal HealthTech Raises USD 7.2 Mn to Expand AI-Driven Healthcare Solutions

The fresh funding will be channelled towards scaling its flagship products, BioCanvas and Prism AI.