Sai Akash & Associates, Chartered Accountants

Due Diligence & Business
Valuation Services India

Independent business valuations for funding rounds, FDI, ESOP, M&A and regulatory filings. Startup valuation, Rule 11UA compliance, and financial due diligence — by a DISA & FAFD qualified Chartered Accountant.

Business Valuation Rule 11UA DCF/NAV Startup Valuation ESOP Valuation FDI Compliance M&A Due Diligence Financial Due Diligence Funding Readiness

Business Valuation & Due Diligence Services

Independent, credible valuations and due diligence for investments, acquisitions, funding rounds, ESOP schemes and business decisions — by a CA with DISA & FAFD qualifications.

Financial Due Diligence

In-depth review of target company's financial statements, accounting policies, revenue recognition, contingent liabilities, related-party transactions and working capital — identifying financial risks before any investment or acquisition.

Business Valuation (Rule 11UA)

Valuation of unquoted equity shares under Rule 11UA of the Income Tax Rules, 1962 using Net Asset Value (NAV) or Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) method — mandatory for FDI, share transfers above fair market value and ESOP schemes.

Startup Valuation for Funding

Pre-money and post-money valuation for startup funding rounds — Seed, Pre-Series A, Series A and beyond. Methods include DCF, Comparable Company Analysis (CCA), and the Berkus method. Investor-ready valuation reports prepared.

ESOP Valuation (Rule 3)

Valuation of ESOPs (Employee Stock Option Plans) under Rule 3 of the Income Tax Rules for computing perquisite value. Fair Market Value (FMV) of shares on the date of exercise — mandatory for Form 12BA and ITR filing of employees.

M&A Due Diligence

Comprehensive due diligence for mergers and acquisitions — financial, legal, tax and regulatory review. Identification of deal risks, liability mapping and post-merger integration compliance advisory.

Valuation Certificates (SV Series)

Valuation reports and certificates by a Registered Valuer or Chartered Accountant for compliance purposes — FEMA/RBI filings, NCLT proceedings, insolvency matters and Income Tax scrutiny responses.

Valuation Approaches We Use

1
Income Approach — Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)
Projects future free cash flows and discounts them to present value using an appropriate WACC. Best for businesses with predictable revenue — mandated for unquoted equity valuation under Rule 11UA(2) IT Rules.
2
Asset Approach — Net Asset Value (NAV)
Values the business based on fair market value of net assets (assets minus liabilities). Used for holding companies, asset-heavy businesses and book-value-based share transfer pricing under Rule 11UA.
3
Market Approach — Comparable Company Analysis
Values the business using EV/EBITDA, P/E and P/S multiples of comparable listed or recently transacted companies in the same industry. Used for investor-facing startup valuations.
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Report & Certification
Detailed valuation report with assumptions, methodology, workings, sensitivity analysis and conclusions — signed and certified by the Chartered Accountant, ready for regulatory filings and investor presentations.

Frequently Asked Questions

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