Eximius Ventures

Eximius Ventures is transforming pre-seed investing in India by supporting daring entrepreneurs from the outset of their journeys.

Established in 2020 by Pearl Agarwal, Eximius is based in Gurugram and is driven by a clear mission: to be the initial believer and institutional supporter for visionary founders creating groundbreaking companies from India for the global market.

Investment Philosophy & Focus:

Eximius focuses on pre-seed investments, frequently providing the “cheque zero”—investing $500K to $1M before a startup has developed a product or gained traction.

The firm’s thesis-driven strategy targets high-potential sectors such as:

Fintech (including infrastructure for wealth, insurance, and payments)

SaaS and AI

Healthtech

Media, Entertainment, and Gaming

Eximius distinguishes itself by supporting founders before metrics become crucial, emphasizing vision, execution capability, and first-principle thinking. Their support goes beyond capital, offering extensive operational expertise, strategic hiring, access to a global network, and ongoing mentorship.

Portfolio & Impact:

Since its inception, Eximius has invested in over 24 early-stage companies, featuring standout names such as:

Jar (micro-savings app, backed by Tiger Global)

Skydo (fintech, backed by Elevation)

eka.care (healthtech, backed by Hummingbird)

Vegapay (fintech infrastructure) & more such investments.

The firm has allocated a significant portion of its funds for follow-on investments, ensuring ongoing support for its most promising startups.

Fund Progress & Leadership:

Following a successful $10 million Fund I, Eximius launched its $30 million Fund II in 2025, aiming to invest in 25–30 startups and already leading/co-leading rounds in AI, SaaS, and consumer tech.

The leadership team, headed by Pearl Agarwal and Preeti Sampat, brings over 25 years of global investment experience, blending insights from investment banking, private equity, and hands-on startup growth.

Founder-First Approach:

Eximius is recognized for its swift, transparent decision-making and for fostering genuine, long-term relationships with founders. The firm assists startups with everything from refining their investor story to making key hires and connecting with global VCs for subsequent rounds.

Eximius Ventures stands out as India’s distinct sector-focused pre-seed VC, providing not just smart capital but also conviction, expertise, and a robust network. For founders with bold visions and global aspirations, Eximius is often the very first institutional believer.