About Company
Carnelian Asset Management and Advisors Pvt Ltd
Carnelian Asset Management & Advisors is a boutique investment management firm based in Mumbai, India, founded in 2019 by Vikas Khemani, Manoj Bahety, and Swati Khemani. As of January 2026, the firm manages approximately ₹9,101 crore (approx. USD 1.6–1.7 billion) in assets. The firm operates on a QGARP (Quality Growth at Reasonable Price) framework, integrating proprietary forensic analysis to identify structural winners and avoid "accounting pitfalls".
Fund Snapshot
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Type |
Long-only, flexi-cap, sector-agnostic fund |
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Theme |
Focusing on companies benefitting from megatrends during Amritkaal |
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Portfolio |
~30 stocks portfolio, benchmarked against S&P BSE 500 Index. |
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Style |
Concentrated QGARP (Quality Growth at Reasonable Price) portfolio |
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Category |
Open-ended AIF Category III AIF ; allotment fortnightly |
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Investment amount |
Minimum INR crore |
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Tranches |
Entire lump sum |
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Subscription /Exit |
Fortnightly subscription & exit window; exit load – 2% if redeemed within 12 months |
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Taxation |
At fund level, LTCG –12.5% & STCG – 20% |
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Onboarding |
Seamless digital onboarding & physical onboarding |
The Objective
“Amritkaal“ is the PM’s 25-year vision (till 2047) for a “New India @100”, ambition being to make India a Viksit (developed) country, marked by
- World-leading growth in GDP & per-capita income
- Balanced urban-rural development
- Developed, advanced & efficient infra
- Embracing latest advancements in technology
- Achieve global geopolitical significance (Vishwa Mitra)
- Climate-sensitive growth, focus on sustainability
Learn about the experienced fund managers responsible for investment decisions, portfolio strategy, and long-term fund performance.
Vikas Khemani
Vikas is the driving force behind Carnelian Asset Management & Advisors, bringing to the table more than 27 years of experience in capital markets. He established the firm in 2019 and has since guided its growth into a respected investment platform. Today, Carnelian manages $1.3 billion across a variety of investment approaches. Before founding Carnelian, Vikas spent 17 years as CEO of Edelweiss Securities Ltd. During his tenure, he played a key role in developing and scaling several key business segments, including institutional equities, investment banking, and equity research. Vikas is well-regarded for his strong business acumen and in-depth knowledge of the Indian capital markets. This expertise has earned him recognition throughout the Indian corporate world. His leadership skills and talent for spotting opportunities early on have been important to Carnelian's distinctive way of investing. In 2014, Vikas received the Young Professional Achievers Award from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. This award recognised his positive impact on the financial industry. His entrepreneurial spirit continues to shape Carnelian’s growth. He is committed to guiding the firm forward, searching for new ways to provide value and deliver solid results for investors. Vikas's blend of experience, insight, and leadership makes him a key figure in the Indian financial landscape. His work at Carnelian reflects his dedication to excellence and innovation in investment management.
Manoj Bahety
Manoj Bahety has worked in financial services for almost 27 years, gaining deep understanding of forensic research and managing investments. Now a fund manager at Carnelian, he puts heavy focus on research when picking stocks for investment. Before starting Carnelian with Vikas Khemani, Manoj had important positions at Edelweiss Securities. These included the Deputy Head of Institutional Equity Research, the Head of Forensic Research, and the Head of Thematic & Mid-Cap Research. At Edelweiss, Manoj developed Analysis Beyond Consensus (ABC Research). This system helps institutional investors make better choices by using solid data instead of just relying on what companies report. Manoj's research has guided investment choices around the world. Outside of his work at Carnelian, Manoj is active with the CFA Institute. He participates in groups like the India Advocacy Committee and the Global Capital Markets Policy Council (CDPC). Manoj’s ability to analyse information and his careful, step-by-step way of doing things are key to how Carnelian operates and makes investment decisions. His past experiences and dedication to thorough research make him a valuable asset in the financial world. In summary, Manoj's extensive background and commitment to data-driven analysis greatly improve Carnelian's investment strategies.
Swati Khemani
Swati Khemani brings 23 years of know-how in the financial world to the table. She’s a great example of today’s Indian woman in business, handling leadership roles, understanding investments, and taking on the challenges of being an entrepreneur. Her career path is quite diverse. She’s worked in equity research, selling to big institutions, investment banking, and managing people. All this experience gives her a wide view of how the financial industry works. As one of the people who started Carnelian, she plays a big part in running the business and handling the company’s money. She’s also known for being a mentor and leading with a focus on people, which has helped create a positive work environment at Carnelian. This approach has also been key in building strong relationships with both clients and other businesses. Swati has always been a supporter of Carnelian’s goals, helping to improve the way the company works, its governance, and its plans for the future. Her career is a story of bouncing back from challenges and striving for success, as she juggles a demanding job with her roles as an entrepreneur and a family leader.
Find answers to common questions about fund investments, performance, portfolio strategy, and investor services.
The Carnelian Bharat Amritkaal Fund is an open-ended Category III AIF managed by Carnelian Asset Management & Advisors. It follows a long-only, flexi-cap, sector-agnostic investment strategy focused on companies expected to benefit from India's long-term economic transformation during the "Amritkaal" period leading up to 2047.
The fund invests in businesses aligned with key structural megatrends shaping India's future, including economic growth, infrastructure development, technological advancement, sustainability, urbanization, rising incomes, and increasing global competitiveness.
The strategy maintains a concentrated portfolio of approximately 30 stocks and follows a QGARP (Quality Growth at a Reasonable Price) philosophy. Investments are selected based on business quality, growth potential, management strength, and valuation attractiveness, with performance benchmarked against the S&P BSE 500 Index.
The fund offers fortnightly subscription and redemption windows, providing investors with periodic liquidity. An exit load of 2% applies to investments redeemed within 12 months from the date of allotment.
The Carnelian Bharat Amritkaal Fund is designed for investors with a long-term investment horizon who want exposure to India's structural growth opportunities through a professionally managed portfolio of high-quality companies positioned to benefit from the country's development journey toward becoming a developed economy by 2047.
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