Mumbai: UTI Alternatives, the private markets platform of UTI Asset Management Company (UTI AMC), has announced the launch of the UTI Structured Debt Opportunities Fund IV (SDOF IV) – the fourth edition of its flagship private credit series aimed at addressing financing needs within India’s mid-market segment.
The new fund, registered under SEBI’s Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) regulations, is targeting a ₹1,500 crore corpus.
UTI Structured Debt Opportunities Fund IV seeks to build a diversified portfolio of performing credit exposures that offer periodic income distributions and aim for mid-to-high teen returns.
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UTI Structured Debt Opportunities Fund IV to Focus on Performing Private Credit
Rohit Gulati, Chief Executive Officer of UTI Alternatives, said, “SDOF IV continues our disciplined, collateral-backed approach from earlier vintages. We see significant opportunity in India’s mid-market, where bespoke credit solutions can fuel growth while ensuring robust downside protection through structured monitoring and governance-led processes.”
Strong Track Record and Disciplined Investment Approach
Sharing insights into the investment strategy, Shaurya Arora, Chief Investment Officer at UTI Alternatives, stated, “SDOF IV is anchored in origination of unique credit transactions and rigorous underwriting. We leverage a combination of in-house analysis and external diligence to identify opportunities, often investing in companies entering the private credit market for the first time.”
The fund series – comprising SDOF I, II, and III – has successfully executed across diverse market cycles, bridging the gap between sophisticated investors such as UHNI family offices and institutional players, and India’s emerging mid-market borrowers.
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UTI Alternatives’ Proven Legacy in Private Credit Investments
UTI Alternatives’ Structured Debt Opportunities platform has supported over 40 portfolio companies spanning healthcare, consumer goods, manufacturing, renewables, and education.
With over 20 complete exits to date, the platform demonstrates a consistent and full-cycle performance record since its inception in 2017.
Through UTI Structured Debt Opportunities Fund IV, the firm aims to deepen its engagement with mid-market enterprises by offering tailored, collateral-backed financing structures that align with both investor and borrower goals.
