With over 35 Mn users, the social investment platform gears up for regional expansion, AI-powered tools, and broader asset class integration.
BITKRAFT Doubles Down on StockGro with $13 Mn Series B1
StockGro, Bengaluru-based investment advisory and learning platform, has raised $13 Mn (₹117.3 Cr) in a Series B1 round led by existing investor BITKRAFT Ventures.
- The funding will be used to expand geographically, enhance its advisory stack, and integrate AI-powered research tools.
- The raise follows closely on the heels of a ₹150 Cr ($17 Mn) infusion from Param Capital’s Mukul Agrawal, bringing StockGro’s total funding to around $95 Mn.
Aiming for India’s New Investor Class
Founded in 2020 by Ajay Lakhotia, StockGro operates at the intersection of fintech and edtech — designed to simplify investing for first-time and serious retail investors.
- The app has grown to 35 Mn+ users and partnered with 1,500+ educational institutions, making it one of India’s largest social investing communities.
- It offers SEBI-registered advisory, simulation-based learning, and real-time insights into equities and other asset classes.
“We’re bringing SEBI-registered experts, institutional-grade research, and AI-powered tools into a single experience that helps investors across Bharat make better, more confident decisions,” said CEO Ajay Lakhotia.
Riding India’s Fintech & Retail Investor Boom
India now has 13.6 Cr registered investors as of October 2025, with nearly 1 Lakh new account openings daily, per SEBI.
- Digital-first platforms like StockGro are capitalizing on this surge by offering:
- Easy onboarding
- Educational content
- Market simulation and gamified trading
- Community-driven insights
The convergence of financial literacy and mobile tech is reshaping India’s retail investing landscape, especially beyond metros.
Strong Backing & Funding Momentum
StockGro’s investor roster includes names like:
- BITKRAFT Ventures
- Mukul Agrawal (Param Capital)
- Trifecta Capital
- General Catalyst
- Hindustan Media Ventures
- Roots Ventures
- SquareOne Capital
The back-to-back funding rounds reflect investor confidence in StockGro’s unit economics, market position, and product vision.
Strategic Focus: Advisory Depth, AI Tools, and Asset Diversification
With the fresh capital, StockGro aims to:
- Expand into new regions, with deeper penetration into Tier II and III cities
- Offer AI-based investment tools that personalize advice and improve decision-making
- Integrate multi-asset class education and advisory, beyond just equities
- Build a SEBI-compliant ecosystem for trust and regulatory credibility
This roadmap puts StockGro in the race with platforms like Groww, Sahi, Zerodha Varsity, and Smallcase — all vying for the attention of India’s growing investor base.
