Private Equity and Venture Capital Investments Rise 8% To $5.3 Billion in October 2025

India’s private equity and venture capital landscape strengthened in October 2025, with total investments rising sharply even as deal volumes moderated. 

Investment Value Rises While Deal Count Declines 

According to the EV–IVCA monthly report, India attracted $5.3 billion in PE/VC investments, an 8% YoY increase from $4.9 billion last year. Deal activity slowed to 102 transactions, down from 112, reflecting larger cheque sizes. 

Financial services led with $2,920 million, followed by e-commerce at $715 million and technology at $455 million. The month saw 9 large deals worth $3.7 billion, including International Holding Company acquiring 43.46% in Sammaan Capital for $1 billion. 

PIPE and Startup Funding Surge 

Private investments in public equity (PIPE) recorded $2.1 billion, a 981% YoY jump from $195 million, becoming the largest contributor to October’s activity. Startup investments also grew strongly, rising 175% YoY to $2 billion from $884 million. 

Exits stood at 14 deals worth $640 million, compared with $1.1 billion across 10 exits last year, led by Advent’s $186 million sale of a 2% stake in Aditya Birla Capital. Fundraising improved significantly to $1.8 billion, higher than $209 million a year ago. 

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Conclusion 

The EV–IVCA report highlights a resilient month for India’s investment ecosystem, with strong PIPE inflows and robust startup funding offsetting a slowdown in deal volumes. 

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