Gaurav Maheshwari: Driving India's Growth with Strategic Valuations

India’s valuation consulting industry is growing rapidly, fueled by rising entrepreneurship, private limited incorporations and strong private equity inflows from FIIs and institutions. Valuations now drive investments, mergers and consolidations. However, challenges persist as startups face confusion over valuation accuracy, investor acceptance and funding barriers due to limited assets or regulations. Many businesses lack proper guidance, creating uncertainty in navigating growth and positioning for long-term success.

Amid this evolving market, Gaurav Maheshwari has established itself as a trusted partner. Backed by 200+ successful valuations in just four years, the firm combines technical precision with strategic foresight. Positioned at the intersection of India’s entrepreneurial wave and capital market expansion, the firm is driving financial freedom by turning valuations into powerful growth enablers.

Exponential Growth

In just four years, the firm has seen exponential growth. Initial years had limited scope due to low awareness of equity and dilution, but rising incorporations, private equity, foreign investments and IPOs have driven demand. Revenue has grown 5x–10x year on year, with steady client acquisition and repeat mandates.

Today, the firm works with startups, SMEs, FIIs and IPO-bound companies, ensuring proper valuation mechanisms. With a vision to empower businesses through accurate valuations, the firm wishes to drive growth by aligning clients with India’s expanding financial ecosystem.

Enhancing Investor Confidence

Gaurav Maheshwari stands apart in the valuation space by resolving a core market challenge which is the confusion around how investors view valuations as high or low. “We assess every client’s vision, customer base, and market potential to deliver valuations that mirror real growth. This clarity builds confidence for both entrepreneurs and investors”, states Gaurav Maheshwari, IBBI Registered Valuer.

A key differentiator lies in addressing funding gaps faced by newly incorporated firms, which are often one to three years old. These firms may have strong customer bases but lack profits on paper. They struggle to secure bank funding due to the absence of collateral and are restricted by the Companies Act from borrowing beyond directors. Gaurav Maheshwari provides a solution through certified valuations under IBBI. With these valuations, companies can approach family, friends or private investors to raise capital without relying on banks. Furthermore, the firm not only delivers accurate, regulation-compliant valuations but also empowers clients to unlock funding opportunities otherwise closed to them. This practical, growth-focused approach makes the firm more than a valuation provider by acting as a catalyst for financial freedom. The combination of deep client understanding, market wisdom and innovative funding solutions sets the firm apart from other players.

Trusted Expertise

The team offers end-to-end support powered by multi-domain expertise. Registered with the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India, the firm ensures full compliance with valuation standards. Gaurav Maheshwari himself brings the combined knowledge of a Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary and Professional Law, delivering a holistic perspective across finance, law and governance.

We assess each client’s vision, customer base, and market potential to deliver valuations that reflect real growth, providing the clarity that builds confidence for both entrepreneurs and investors

Gaurav Maheshwari, Founder

Backed by CAs and legal experts, the team evaluates every assignment through valuation, IFRS and Indian regulatory lenses. This comprehensive approach provides clients with accurate, transparent and well-rounded solutions, maximizing investor confidence and satisfaction.

Enduring Relationships

Gaurav Maheshwari has built strong and lasting client relationships through trust, transparency and consistent value delivery. Over 70 percent of the clients are repeat customers, reflecting the firm’s reliability and credibility in the valuation space. Each engagement goes beyond numbers, as the team provides comprehensive guidance; ensuring clients understand their valuation and market position.

When clients secure funding in one round, they return for future funding rounds, confident in the firm’s expertise. The approach also includes advising clients when they are undervalued, helping them make informed strategic choices. This focus on long-term growth, clarity and support has created a loyal client base and reinforced the firm’s reputation for enduring partnerships.

A Robust Future Roadmap

Currently focused on private placements, mergers and insolvency valuations, Gaurav Maheshwari plans to expand into IPO valuations. With IPO activity rising across India, the firm aims to provide valuation services to companies preparing for public offerings. Future growth will center on strengthening expertise in IPO mechanisms and supporting new companies entering capital markets.