The Chennai Angels

About The Fund

The Chennai Angels (TCA) is an angel investment group based in India, specializing in funding early-stage startups. With a strong emphasis on scalable businesses that have already achieved some market traction, TCA mainly targets startups in the early revenue stage. The fund's investment strategy ranges from a minimum of INR 6,00,000 to a maximum of INR 30,00,000, with a sweet spot of INR 20,00,000 for investments. The sectors they focus on include Software (encompassing Web Marketplaces, SaaS), Energy, Sales and Marketing, CleanTech, Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies, Analytics, the Future of Work, DeepTech, and Mobility. TCA prides itself on going beyond mere financial investments, as they also provide mentorship to entrepreneurs, enabling them to navigate through various business challenges and capitalize on opportunities throughout the lifecycle of their company. The Chennai Angels boasts over 150 experienced investors who have built, run, and exited enterprises across multiple domains and industries. This pool of seasoned professionals not only offers capital but also opens up a vast network of business connections that can propel portfolio companies forward. They have been instrumental in funding over 80 startups across India and actively participate in successive funding rounds (Uprounds) for these companies. TCA’s investor members are sector experts, helping to infuse startups with insights and guidance in their respective fields. TCA’s portfolio success stories speak for themselves, with examples of startups that have grown exponentially with the group's support, mentorship, and network leverage. For startups interested in securing funding from TCA, the process is outlined on their website along with eligibility criteria, FAQs, and readily available application access.