About Us – SKCIAPL

The Journey of SKCIAPL

SKCIAPL Group is a SEBI-registered Category-I Merchant Banker, a trusted strategist and influencer in both domestic and global financial markets. Grounded in ethics and guided by principle-led advisory, we empower institutions, corporates, governments, and Fortune 500 companies with long-term financial strategies, capital raising, and ESG-integrated investment solutions.

Founded in 2012, SKCIAPL has grown into a multi-vertical financial powerhouse, anchored in financial discipline, regulatory clarity, and a deep belief that finance must advance both progress and principle. Our globally respected capabilities in institutional syndication, investor outreach, and roadshows position us as a leading force in capital introductions and strategic financial access.

Through its group of diversified ventures, SKCIAPL delivers integrated services across structured finance, valuation, insurance broking, AI-led consulting, event management, and supply chain advisory, building a future-ready financial ecosystem driven by transparency, innovation, and measurable outcomes.

From the Chairman’s Desk

Santosh Kumar Chaudhary, Chairman & Managing Director, SKC Investment Advisors Pvt. Ltd.

I warmly welcome you to the official website of SKC Investment Advisors Pvt. Ltd. (SKCIAPL). I hope this platform offers you a meaningful insight into who we are, what we believe in, and how we serve through principled finance, strategic foresight, and deep market engagement.

The journey of SKCIAPL has been both humble and extraordinary. My own professional path began right after completing my 12th standard, when I worked as an insurance agent while continuing my higher education. That early exposure to the financial services sector opened the door to the world of capital markets, a space where purpose, people, and potential intersect powerfully.

After completing my post-graduation, I worked in the banking industry before transitioning into the realms of financial consulting, investment banking, and merchant banking. It was during this time that I began building strong trust-based networks and aligning my work with a deeper vision to become a strategic enabler for institutions, governments, and Fortune 500 companies.

As I gained experience, I also pursued knowledge, and with every learning curve came the opportunity to expand our team, diversify our offerings, and grow our client base. We earned the respect of partners across sectors, including infrastructure, power, real estate, renewables, mining, telecom and healthcare. I am proud to share that under this collective journey, SKCIAPL today stands among India’s most trusted names in strategic and financial advisory services.

Santosh Kumar Chaudhary

Chairman & Managing Director

SKC Investment Advisors Pvt. Ltd.

At under 40 years of age and with over 30 billion USD in cumulative advisory mandates, I consider it a privilege to have contributed meaningfully to India’s capital markets landscape. What fulfills me most is seeing our values in action. The success we’ve built is grounded in adaptability, discipline, and an unwavering belief in ethical business.

We are not just driven by financial returns. We are guided by a deeper responsibility to society. This belief inspired the creation of Bhagyavidhata Charitable Foundation and Bhagyavidhata Trust to channel our commitment toward supporting underprivileged children in accessing quality education. It brings me immense pride that through our efforts, several students have secured admission into premier institutions such as IIT and AIIMS, becoming future leaders and contributors to nation-building.

At SKCIAPL, our mission remains clear. We aim to create a future-ready value-centric financial ecosystem powered by innovation, rooted in ethics, and guided by purpose.

Our Accomplishments

SEBI-Registered Category-I Merchant Banker | Established in 2012

As a Category-I Merchant Banker, SKCIAPL is licensed by SEBI to undertake the full spectrum of capital market transactions — including IPOs, rights issues, debt placements, underwriting, portfolio management, and strategic advisory — all executed under the highest regulatory and fiduciary standards. This classification reflects our strong compliance ethos, deep financial expertise, and proven ability to manage complex, large-scale mandates.

Pan-India Presence

Offices in 11 major cities, including Mumbai (HQ), Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Guwahati, Lucknow/Kanpur, and Ahmedabad.

Global Footprint

Dubai

Regional hub for the Middle East & Africa

Singapore

Gateway to Southeast Asia & Japan

UK Representative Office

Focused on European markets

USA Representative Office

Driving North American partnerships and institutional collaborations

Over 30 Billion USD advised across national and cross-border mandates

Our Mission

At SKCIAPL, our mission is to redefine investment advisory by upholding the highest standards of transparency, ethics, and regulatory compliance. Guided by a client-first philosophy, we go beyond offering advice—we strive to empower, inspire, and equip our clients with the clarity and confidence needed to successfully navigate an ever-evolving financial landscape.

Our Vision

To be recognized globally as a trusted and respected investment advisory firm, delivering personalized, customer-centric financial solutions that create sustainable long-term value. We are committed to integrity, innovation, and excellence in wealth and capital management, ensuring world-class service at every step.