Groww headquartered in Bengaluru, operates as a fintech company offering a direct-to-customer digital investment platform. It enables retail investors to access a wide range of financial products including mutual funds, stocks, futures and options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), IPOs, digital gold, and U.S. stocks. The platform has gained notable traction among mutual fund investors due to its easy-to-navigate mobile interface and simplified investment process. Beyond investment options, Groww also provides additional services such as Margin Trading Facility (MTF), algorithmic trading, New Fund Offers (NFOs), and credit-related solutions designed to support diverse investor needs.
The company’s business model focuses on expanding its customer base while strengthening engagement with existing users. Its offerings are categorised under two segments—broking services (covering stocks and derivatives) and financial products (including mutual funds, MTF, credit, and Groww AMC). As of June 30, 2025, Groww employed 1,415 people. The company leverages an in-house technology framework to deliver an intuitive and efficient user experience through its app and website, allowing individuals to invest, trade, and manage portfolios seamlessly across asset classes. Read More...
Background and Incorporation Details
Billionbrains Garage Ventures Limited, the entity operating the Groww platform, was incorporated on January 9, 2018, as a private limited company under the Companies Act, 2013. It was converted into a public limited company on April 11, 2025. In March 2024, the National Company Law Tribunal, Bengaluru, approved the amalgamation of Groww Inc., the former holding company, with Billionbrains Garage Ventures Limited.
Founders and Leadership
The company was founded by Lalit Keshre, Harsh Jain, Ishan Bansal, and Neeraj Singh.
- Lalit Keshre serves as Whole-Time Director and Chief Executive Officer.
- Harsh Jain, Ishan Bansal, and Neeraj Singh serve as Whole-Time Directors, with Ishan Bansal also acting as Chief Financial Officer.
- Roshan Bhanuprakash Dave is the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer.
Key Milestones and Developments
- 2018: Incorporated as a private limited company.
- 2020–2023: Expanded to new corporate premises in Bengaluru.
- 2024: Amalgamation of Groww Inc. with the company.
- 2025: Conversion to a public limited company and filing of draft prospectus for the IPO.
Revenue Streams
The company earns revenue through:
- Brokerage income from equity and derivative trading.
- Commission from mutual fund distribution.
- Margin Trading Facility (MTF) income through its subsidiary Groww Invest Tech Private Limited.
- Lending income through Groww Creditserv Technology Private Limited, which operates as an NBFC.
- Income from asset management and advisory services through Groww Asset Management Limited.
Technology and Operations
Groww operates a web-based and mobile platform that enables retail investors to access a range of financial products, including equities, mutual funds, derivatives, and credit products. Its business model is centered on user onboarding, engagement, and retention through digital channels.
As of June 30, 2025, a significant portion of customers used more than one product on the platform. The application has maintained a user rating of 4.61 on Google Play and ranks among frequently searched investment apps for terms such as “mutual funds,” “demat,” and “stocks.”
Geographic Reach
The company’s registered and corporate office is located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Its platform serves users across India, including Tier 2 and Tier 3 locations, through a digital operating model that does not rely on physical branches.
Objects of the Issue Net proceeds from the Fresh Issue will be used for:
- Expenditure on cloud infrastructure.
- Brand building and performance marketing.
- Investment in Groww Creditserv (NBFC) for business expansion.
- Investment in Groww Invest Tech for funding its MTF business.
- Funding potential acquisitions and general corporate purposes.
Investor Relevance
The IPO provides an opportunity for investors to gain exposure to a regulated digital platform that operates across multiple investment and lending segments.
Financial Overview
The company reported the following performance trends based on its restated consolidated financials:
- Revenue increased from ₹12,805 million in FY24 to ₹13,702 million in FY25.
- Revenue for the quarter ended June 2025 (Q1 FY26) stood at ₹2,303 million.
- Affluent users represented 33 percent of total customer assets as of June 2025, compared with 20 percent in FY23.
The company’s total customer assets and average assets retained per user have both grown over time, supported by increased engagement and product diversification. Read Less