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    A Junior VC (AJVC)

    AJVC is a tech-driven venture capital firm supporting early-stage startups across India.

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    Company Overview

    A Junior VC (AJVC) is a pre-seed venture capital firm founded by Aviral Bhatnagar, focused on backing early-stage startups in India. AJVC operates as an investment platform, not as a maritime logistics or NVOCC company, and does not engage in containerized shipping or freight forwarding activities. The firm closed its debut fund at ₹165 crore, surpassing its initial target, and has invested in 25 companies across sectors such as artificial intelligence, B2B, consumer tech, and consumer brands. AJVC’s approach is founder-first, emphasizing quick response times, transparent processes, and support for entrepreneurs at the earliest stages of their journey. The firm leverages technology to streamline diligence, fundraising, and portfolio support, aiming to reimagine early-stage investing in India’s dynamic startup ecosystem. AJVC plans to invest in 60–70 more startups by early 2028, with a total commitment pool of ₹200 crore, and provides access to a large network, structured resources, and community programs for its portfolio companies.

    Leadership & Operations

    Headquarters
    Mumbai, India

    AJVC was founded and is led by Aviral Bhatnagar, who previously worked at Venture Highway. The firm operates with a lean team structure typical of micro VC funds, focusing on agility and founder support. Key decisions and fund management are overseen by Bhatnagar, with backing from global institutional investors, Indian family offices, and notable startup founders. The leadership emphasizes technology-driven processes and a hands-on approach to portfolio management.

    Equipment & Technology

    AJVC does not own or operate shipping containers, vessels, or logistics equipment, as it is not an NVOCC or maritime logistics provider. The firm’s technology capabilities center around investment management, founder engagement, and portfolio support, utilizing digital platforms to accelerate diligence and funding processes. AJVC’s tech-driven model enables rapid response times and scalable support for startups, but does not extend to physical logistics infrastructure.

    Global Network

    Countries Served
    India

    AJVC’s network spans over 65 cities in India, connecting with more than 11,000 startup teams and 23,000 founders. The firm’s reach includes 6,000 colleges and 4,000 companies, providing a broad base for sourcing and supporting early-stage ventures. While AJVC does not operate in international shipping or port logistics, its investment network is extensive within India’s startup ecosystem, offering access to resources, mentorship, and community programs.

    Financial Information

    AJVC’s debut fund closed at ₹165 crore, with total commitments reaching ₹200 crore. The firm has demonstrated strong fundraising capabilities, attracting oversubscription from institutional investors and family offices. Financial performance is measured by fund deployment and portfolio company growth, rather than direct revenue from operations, as AJVC is not a logistics or NVOCC company. The firm’s market position is as a leading micro VC in India, with a focus on early-stage, technology-driven investments.

    Service Portfolio

    AJVC offers pre-seed and early-stage venture capital funding to startups, with a focus on sectors such as artificial intelligence, B2B platforms, consumer tech, and consumer brands. The firm provides structured resources, access to a large founder network, and community programs for portfolio companies. AJVC’s services include rapid diligence, transparent funding processes, and ongoing support for entrepreneurs, but do not encompass freight forwarding, container shipping, or NVOCC operations. The firm’s specialization is in investment management and founder engagement, leveraging technology to accelerate startup growth and success.