It is a significant milestone for TVS Capital Funds as TVS Shriram Growth Fund 4, a Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), has been awarded the CRISIL Fund Management Grading - 1 by CRISIL. It is also awarded to select funds in the alternative investment space, and serves as an independent validation of disciplined investment processes, robust governance, and a strong risk management framework. This grading is reserved for schemes that follow ‘Very Strong’ standards in investment processes and management practices, as assessed by CRISIL’s rigorous evaluation of factors such as the experience of the investment team, comprehensive monitoring mechanisms, and transparency in client communication.

For investors, this independent validation signals a commitment to institutional-grade governance and sector-driven strategy-qualities that define TVS Shriram Growth Fund 4’s approach to growth capital.Focused on Financial Services and Enterprise Technology, the fund leverages deep sector expertise and a proven track record across previous funds.

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GopalSrinivasan, Chairman and Managing Director, TVS Capital Funds, said, “Independent rating mechanisms such as CRISIL’s play a pivotal role in fostering greater trust, transparency, and accountability across the alternative investment fund (AIF) industry. As these frameworks become more widely adopted, they have the potential to catalyse the flow of long-term domestic capital into venture, private equity, and private credit - sectors that are vital for driving India’s innovation and sustained economic growth.”

“The institutionalisation journey at TCF is marked by the establishment of rigorous investment and risk management processes, complemented by acomprehensive portfolio. Our governance structure features a six-member external investment committee, a seasoned Limited Partners Advisory Committee (LPAC), and a diverse, accomplished board,” added Krishna Ramachandran, Managing Partner,COO & CFO, TVS Capital Funds.