Private markets were never meant for everyone. That was the point.
When SEBI set the ₹1 crore minimum to invest in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), it wasn’t creating a barrier, it was creating a filter. One that signaled: this is serious capital, and it requires serious responsibility. AIFs come with longer horizons, limited liquidity, and layered risk. They are built for those who don’t need their capital back tomorrow, and who understand that outsized returns often come from asymmetric bets. The ₹1 crore rule was a way to protect investors while also protecting the integrity of the market itself.
And it worked. It kept the noise out. It ensured that only those with financial depth and discipline were coming in. It gave the ecosystem the space to grow without turning into another mass-market product. Private markets remained just that – private. And for a while, that was enough.
But investors have evolved. The market has matured. And SEBI, to its credit, adapted.
In 2021, it introduced the concept of accreditation. A way to recognize that capital alone isn’t the only signal of readiness – conviction and understanding matter too. Accredited investors aren’t asking for shortcuts. They’re asking for flexibility. They know the risks. They’ve built the portfolios. They just don’t want to be told they can’t write a ₹25 lakh cheque into a compelling opportunity because the system only recognizes cheques with an extra zero.
Accreditation doesn’t dilute the rule. It refines it. It gives SEBI a way to maintain its guardrails while still allowing sharp, informed investors to move with agility. And that agility is becoming essential. As the private markets in India deepen, especially in secondaries, venture, and structured plays the pace of opportunity is accelerating. The smartest investors are getting accredited not to bypass regulation, but to meet the moment.
The ₹1 crore rule was never the problem. It was and remains a wise design. Accreditation just makes it smarter.
At Oister, we’ve streamlined the entire process. From checking your eligibility to helping you get certified, our team ensures you don’t miss out on opportunities just because of paperwork. The rules are clear. The benefit is real. And if you’re already building serious portfolios, it might be time to make it official.
Private markets move fast. Accreditation helps you move first.
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