Why You Need a Registered Valuer

Under the Companies Act 2013 and the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, only a Registered Valuer credentialed by IBBI is authorized to perform statutory valuations. Our valuation reports are accepted by banks, investors, NCLT, Income Tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.

At KC Shah & Associates, we combine deep financial modeling expertise with regulatory knowledge to deliver valuation reports that withstand scrutiny — whether for fundraising, compliance, or litigation.

Valuation Methodologies We Use

Income Approach

DCF, Capitalization of Earnings — for cash-generating businesses & startups

Market Approach

Comparable Company Analysis, Precedent Transactions — for benchmarking

Asset Approach

Net Asset Value — for holding companies & asset-heavy businesses

Specialized Valuation Services

  • Startup Funding Valuations — Pre-money & post-money for VC/angel rounds
  • Rule 11UA Compliance — Share valuation for premium issuance & angel tax
  • ESOP Valuations — Fair value determination for employee stock plans
  • Mergers & Acquisitions — Swap ratios, purchase price allocation
  • IBC / CIRP Valuations — Liquidation & fair value for insolvency proceedings
  • Financial Reporting — Ind AS, Impairment testing, PPA valuations

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a business valuation take?

A standard valuation report is delivered within 7-14 working days from the date of receiving all required data and documents.

Are your reports accepted by Income Tax authorities?

Yes. As a Registered Valuer under IBBI, our reports meet all statutory requirements and are accepted by IT authorities, NCLT, banks, and investors.

What information do you need to start?

We typically need 3 years of audited financial statements, business projections, details of the purpose of valuation, and any relevant agreements or term sheets.

Can you value early-stage startups with no revenue?

Yes. We use modified DCF models, the Berkus method, and comparable transaction analysis for pre-revenue startups seeking funding or issuing ESOPs.