India, May 12, 2026 – Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company (KMAMC) today announced the final close of its maiden private credit Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), Kotak Credit Opportunities Fund, with commitments exceeding INR 2,000 crore.
The fund witnessed participation from High-Net-Worth Individuals, Ultra High Net Worth Individuals, family offices, corporate treasuries and institutional investors, reflecting strong investor interest in private credit as an emerging asset class. The successful close, above its initial target, underscores KMAMC’s disciplined investment approach and growing credibility in alternative assets, as well as its commitment to supporting India’s long-term growth with structured and solution-oriented capital.
Nilesh Shah, Managing Director, Kotak Mahindra AMC, commented, “The successful close of our maiden private credit fund marks an important milestone for our alternatives platform. The strong investor response reflects confidence in our investment philosophy and execution capabilities. We believe private credit will play an increasingly important role in India’s financing ecosystem as demand for flexible capital solutions grows.”
Sunit Garg, Chief Investment Officer, Private Credit at Kotak Mahindra AMC, added, “We are encouraged by the trust reposed in us by investors. Private credit is steadily emerging as a relevant complement to traditional financing, addressing the evolving capital needs of Indian businesses. With a focus on performing credit, our approach aims to combine downside protection with stable and predictable returns for investors.”
The fund has already deployed over 50% of its corpus across diversified sectors and will continue to invest in performing credit opportunities, providing tailored capital solutions to established Indian corporates and promoters.
Kotak Credit Opportunities Fund is a SEBI-registered Category II AIF focused on providing structured credit to businesses with a demonstrated operating track record. It leverages KMAMC’s institutional platform, sector insights and network to identify opportunities aligned with India’s growth trajectory while aiming to deliver risk-adjusted returns.
