Investment Success-Fee Mandate
Effective Date: [Date]
Last Updated: [Date]
This Investment Success-Fee Mandate (“Mandate”) applies to all Startup Founders (“Startups”) using
the InvestHind platform, operated by MECASTART INNOVATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED, CIN:
U62020DL2025PTC447410, ROC-Delhi, registered at Flat No 2 GF Shop No-3 Amichand Khand Giri
Nagar Kalkaji South Delhi Delhi India 110019 (“InvestHind,” “we,” “us,” or “Company”). By using
InvestHind to raise capital, you agree to this Mandate.
1. Applicability
This Mandate governs the Success Fee payable by any Startup that secures investment financing
through introductions or facilitation by InvestHind.
2. Definitions
Success Event: The closing of any equity, SAFE, convertible note, or debt financing by a Startup
resulting directly from introductions, referrals, meetings, pitches, or other Services provided by
InvestHind.
Success Fee: The fee payable to InvestHind upon a Success Event, calculated as a percentage
of the gross funds raised.
3. Appointment and Scope of Services
3.1 InvestHind provides digital networking and matchmaking Services to connect Startups with
prospective Investors.
3.2 Services include:
a. Curating and distributing pitch materials;
b. Identifying, contacting, and introducing targeted investors;
c. Coordinating meetings, due diligence support, and follow-up;
d. Advising on deal structuring, term negotiations, and closing logistics.
4. Success Fee Structure and Payment
4.1 Rate: Startups agree to pay a Success Fee of __% of the total gross investment amount secured
in each Success Event.
4.2 Calculation Basis: The Success Fee applies to all funds received by the Startup from Investors
introduced or facilitated by InvestHind.
4.3 Payment Timing: The full Success Fee is due within fifteen (15) business days following the
closing date of the relevant financing.
4.4 Invoice and Payment Method: InvestHind will issue an invoice to the Startup’s registered email.
Payment must be made via bank transfer or other methods specified on the invoice.
5. Non-Circumvention and Continuity
5.1 The Startup shall not circumvent InvestHind by engaging introduced Investors through other
channels or entities to avoid the Success Fee.
5.2 This obligation extends for twelve (12) months from each introduction date. Any funding from
such Investors during this period triggers the applicable Success Fee.
6. Startup Obligations
6.1 Provide accurate, complete, and timely information, including business plans, financial projections,
legal documents, and pitch materials.
6.2 Facilitate investor meetings, data room access, and due diligence processes.
6.3 Grant InvestHind a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the Startup’s trademarks, logos, and
pitch materials solely for fundraising activities.
7. Refunds and Dispute Resolution
7.1 Non-Refundable Fee: Success Fees are non-refundable except in cases of demonstrable
calculation error by InvestHind.
7.2 Dispute Notice: Startups must submit written disputes within thirty (30) days of the invoice date.
Disputed amounts will be held in abeyance until resolution.
7.3 Escalation: Unresolved disputes escalate to InvestHind’s management. Final recourse is
arbitration under Section 10.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, InvestHind’s liability under this Mandate is limited to the total
Success Fees actually received. InvestHind is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or
consequential damages.
9. Confidentiality
9.1 Each Party shall maintain the confidentiality of non-public information disclosed in connection with
the Services.
9.2 Confidential information includes business plans, investor lists, financial data, and proprietary
methodologies.
9.3 Confidentiality obligations survive for three (3) years after termination.
10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
10.1 This Mandate is governed by the laws of India.
10.2 All disputes, claims, or controversies arising from or relating to this Mandate shall be finally
resolved by arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The sole arbitrator shall sit in
New Delhi, India. The arbitration award is final and binding.
11. Amendments and Updates
InvestHind reserves the right to amend this Mandate at any time. Material changes will be notified via
email and platform announcement. Continued use of InvestHind after notice constitutes acceptance of
updated terms.
This document is subject to change on a timely and/or need basis at the sole discretion of the
Company’s management team.