This case study explores the valuation of a Kolkata-based agritech startup undertaken to support an early-stage fundraising round. Using a structured multi-method approach, including DCF, venture capital benchmarks, and comparable transaction analysis, the engagement focused on balancing scalability with execution, working capital, and sector-specific risks. The valuation provided a defensible reference point for investor negotiations and strategic decision-making.

This case study explores the valuation of a Hyderabad-based fintech startup undertaken to support a seed-stage fundraising round. Using a structured multi-method approach, including DCF and comparable transaction analysis, the engagement focused on balancing rapid scalability with regulatory and execution risks. The valuation provided a defensible reference point for investor negotiations and enabled informed decision-making during capital raise discussions.

Background Startup Venture C is a Pune-based dronetech company operating in the defence and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) space. Founded in 2021, the company designs and manufactures fixed-wing drones, quad-drones, and hex-drones for defence applications, supported by proprietary intellectual property, design patents, and in-house flight and ground control software. At the time of engagement, Startup Venture C was in seed stage (early stage venture), with strong defence-secto

The Scorecard Method of Valuation is a way of estimating the value of a early-stage startup (usually pre-seed and seed stage).