Category
III
Strategy
Long-only
Fund house
CCV Investment Managers

Emerging Opportunities Fund-I

−0.32%

1-year return, after expenses and tax

Benchmark NIFTY SME EMERGE · data as of 31 Aug 2026

Emerging Opportunities Fund-I, a Category III long-only AIF from CCV Investment Managers, returned −0.32% (after expenses and tax) in the year to 31 Aug 2026. It began on 5 Jun 2024 and manages ₹96.15 crore.

Key numbers

AUM
₹96.15 Cr
Benchmark
NIFTY SME EMERGE
Launched
5 Jun 2024
Min. investment
₹1 crore
Returns basis
After expenses and tax

Returns

Emerging Opportunities Fund-I returns against the NIFTY SME EMERGE
PeriodThis fundNIFTY SME EMERGE
1 month+2.91%+4.83%
3 months+8.27%+6.78%
6 months+17.50%+15.36%
1 year−0.32%−2.99%
2 years+2.76%−8.19%
Since inception+27.82%+7.29%

After expenses and tax, as CCV Investment Managers reports them, to 31 Aug 2026. AIFs report returns on different bases, so compare like with like.

Fund details

Category
Category III
Strategy
Long-only
Market-cap style
Small cap
Asset type
Equity
Benchmark
NIFTY SME EMERGE
Fund manager
Sahil Garg

Market-cap mix

  • Mid cap4.73%
  • Small cap84.92%
  • Cash10.35%

The five largest holdings are 33.55% of the portfolio.

Investment approach

The investment objective of the Fund is to generate returns for the Investors through price appreciation of stocks held over a period across economic and market cycles. The investments would be made in listed as well as unlisted securities of Investee Entities in accordance with Applicable Laws to maximize the risk adjusted returns for the Contributors in the respective asset classes and potentially create wealth over the long-term.

CCV Emerging Opportunities Fund follows a 7p Framework, which includes the following:1.People: Promoter group outlook, pedigrees, history and future vision of their business. One of the biggest conviction factors.2.Popularity: Popularity in the sector among the investor community, future growth prospects, sunrise/ sunset industry. 3.Practical: Practicality judgement of the fundraise, considering all quantitative (valuation, financial history & projections etc.) & qualitive factors. 4.Product: Product & Service quality, USPs, market fit, traction some parameters to identify offering capabilities.5.Purpose: Purpose of Fund understood thoroughly. 6.Packageable: Packageable or not, into an attractive investment story for a gamut of investors in large scale. 7.Plan: Plan of Action for both immediate fund deployment as well as long-term growth shall be viable & ready.

About the fund manager

Mr Sahil Garg — Fund Manager

Mr. Sahil Garg has more than 10 years of experience working in the financial services industry which includes large multi-national companies like Sesame Bankhall Group (SBG) and SS&C Globeop Financial Services. He has actively worked on various financial instruments like fixed income products, equity products, secured loans, complex derivatives etc and holds extensive experience in portfolio management. Over his professional experience, he has actively engaged in the portfolio advisory and consultancy assignments. He has advised on numerous transactions for various financial instruments e.g., FX Spot, Forwards, Options, Interest Rate Swaps (IRS), Secured Loans, Equity etc. to foreign clients. Moreover, his experience in managing the client investment portfolio, analyzing and reviewing Investment Policy Statement outlining client’s investment objectives, risk profile, time horizon etc. is prominent. Mr. Sahil Garg is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder from USA, M.COM and B.COM(H) from Delhi University. He has also cleared 3 examinations of CeFA (Certificate for Financial Advisors) and 2 examinations of CeMAP (Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice) certified by London Institute of Banking & Finance (formerly known as IFS School of Finance). He is a competent and committed finance graduate who have hands on knowledge of financial products their analysis and valuation.

As the fund house describes it.

FAQs

What has Emerging Opportunities Fund-I returned?

−0.32% (1-year return) to 31 Aug 2026, after expenses and tax, as CCV Investment Managers reports it. 1 month: 2.91%; 3 months: 8.27%; 6 months: 17.50%; 1 year: −0.32%; 2 years: 2.76%; Since inception: 27.82%.

What kind of AIF is Emerging Opportunities Fund-I?

A Category III AIF following a long-only strategy, with a small cap style. Category III AIFs trade listed and unlisted securities and may use leverage and derivatives, including short positions.

How much does Emerging Opportunities Fund-I manage?

₹96.15 crore as of 31 Aug 2026.

What is the minimum investment in an AIF?

SEBI sets the minimum at ₹1 crore per investor (₹25 lakh for the fund’s own employees and directors). Emerging Opportunities Fund-I’s stated minimum is ₹1 crore.

Who manages Emerging Opportunities Fund-I?

CCV Investment Managers runs it; the fund manager is Sahil Garg.

How are AIF returns reported?

Each fund house reports its own returns on its own basis: Emerging Opportunities Fund-I’s are after expenses and tax. Bases differ from fund to fund, so compare like with like.

For information only. Not investment advice or a research report. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. AIF investments carry higher minimums and risks; read the private placement memorandum.

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