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Term Sheet
The term sheet sets the economics and control of your fundraise — valuation, dilution, liquidation preference, board seats — in a few pages that shape everything after. We draft and review term sheets so founders sign with full understanding, not hopeful skimming.
CA/CS-guided review
Your documents and structure are checked before anything is filed.
Written scope first
Inclusions and payable charges are explained before work begins.
Support till it’s done
One team owns your filing, from the first call to the final handover.
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Experience behind every filing
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Fees
Fees and packages for Term Sheet
Every requirement is a little different, so we quote after a short discussion — the consultation itself is free.
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Term Sheet
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Term Sheet Package Inclusions
- Term sheet drafting: valuation and instrument
- Liquidation preference and participation
- Board, protective provisions and vesting
- Exclusivity and confidentiality
- Investor-ready draft with explainer call
Overview
What this document actually does
A term sheet records the key terms of an investment: valuation, investment amount, instrument (equity, CCPS, CCD, SAFE), and shareholding post-investment.
It defines investor protections: liquidation preference, anti-dilution, dividend rights, and information rights.
It covers control: board composition, reserved matters (veto rights), and founder obligations.
It addresses exits and liquidity: drag-along, tag-along, buyback, and IPO-related provisions.
Like an LOI, it's typically non-binding except for confidentiality, exclusivity, and governing provisions — and it becomes the blueprint for the shareholders agreement.
Benefits
Why founders get this drafted or reviewed through us
Open each benefit to see what it means for you.
Economics made transparent
We model what liquidation preference and anti-dilution actually mean for founder ownership in downside scenarios — not just the headline valuation.
Control terms negotiated
Board seats, veto lists, and reserved matters are where founders unknowingly give away control. We negotiate these line by line.
Founder protections included
Vesting, ESOP pool sizing, and founder employment terms are addressed from the founder's side — not just the investor's.
Clean path to definitive documents
A precise term sheet makes the shareholders agreement faster and cheaper to close.
Documents
What documents do you need for a Term Sheet?
Clear, current documents matter more than a long checklist. Names, dates of birth and addresses should match across every record — that's what the MCA checks first. Tick what you already have below.
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Company and founder details
Verified against MCA requirements
Deal terms to capture
Verified against MCA requirements
What is a CIN?
Every Private Limited Company gets a unique 21-character Corporate Identification Number from the MCA. It's proof your company legally exists. You'll need it for bank accounts, tax filings, and contracts. We handle the entire application — you just provide the documents above.
Not sure if your documents are ready?
Send us what you have. A ComplyKart expert will review them for free and tell you exactly what's missing — no obligation.
Get Free Document ReviewQuestions Founders ask us about documents
What if my address proof is old?
Utility bills and bank statements must be less than 2 months old. If yours are older, get a fresh copy — the MCA rejects stale proofs.
Do I need original documents?
No. Clear scans or photos work for the entire process. We never ask you to courier originals.
What if directors live in different cities?
That's normal. Each director uploads their own documents separately. Our system keeps everything organised.
I'm outside India. Can I still register a company?
Yes. India allows 100% foreign ownership in most sectors, and the entire process happens online. You need one Indian resident director, and your passport + address proof must be apostilled — we'll guide you through both. NRI founders and foreign investors do this with us regularly.
Check if you're eligible →How long does registration actually take?
7 to 10 working days from the day your documents are verified. Name approval takes 2-3 days, MCA incorporation another 5-7. We track every stage and update you.
Can I start if I'm missing one document?
Yes. Start now with what you have — we begin name reservation and DSC while you arrange the rest. Most founders are missing one proof; it rarely blocks the timeline.
Process
Term Sheet process — step by step
You’ll see each stage, what’s pending and what we need from you — so filings don’t bounce back.
Step 1 of 5
Understand the deal
We speak with the founders (and the investor, if they're our client) to capture valuation, instrument, and key rights. A term sheet is usually non-binding — it records the commercial handshake before lawyers draft the full agreements.
We draft the term sheet
Our lawyers draft the term sheet covering investment amount, valuation, instrument, liquidation preference, anti-dilution, board composition, protective provisions, founder vesting, ESOP pool, and binding clauses (exclusivity, confidentiality). First draft typically takes 3-4 working days.
Negotiate the economics
Valuation, liquidation preference, and anti-dilution get the most attention. We help both sides find workable middle ground.
Check regulatory fit
For foreign investors we check FEMA pricing guidelines and reporting; for domestic deals we flag Companies Act, 2013 requirements like private placement rules.
Sign and move to definitive agreements
Once signed, the term sheet becomes the blueprint for the Share Subscription and Shareholders' Agreement. We can draft those as a follow-on engagement.
Why ComplyKart
Why ComplyKart for this
You should know who’s doing what. Open a stage to see how the work is shared.
Founder-side perspective
We explain terms from the founder's seat — what each clause costs you, not just what it means.
Round-appropriate
Seed term sheets and Series A term sheets are different documents. We draft to your stage.
Full round support
Term sheet to shareholders agreement to closing — one team through the whole raise.
Founder-side perspective: We explain terms from the founder's seat — what each clause costs you, not just what it means.
For NRI founders & foreign investors
If a founder or investor is outside India
You don't need to fly down. Most of our foreign-founder incorporations are completed without the founder ever visiting India — 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors, and the entire process happens online.
Before you start
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors — no Indian partner needed
- One Indian resident director is required by law — we help you find a compliant way forward
- Check whether your sector permits automatic-route foreign investment
- Your passport + address proof need an apostille, not an embassy visit
- Map ownership, beneficial ownership and pricing early
After incorporation
- Receive funds through permitted banking channels
- Complete RBI/FEMA reporting (FC-GPR, FLA) and keep the bank evidence
- Coordinate tax and ongoing compliance advice early
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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Usually the commercial terms are non-binding, while confidentiality, exclusivity, and expenses are binding. We make the split explicit in the document.
Valuation gets the attention, but liquidation preference, anti-dilution, board control, and veto rights often matter more for outcomes. We walk you through all of them.
It determines who gets paid first if the company is sold or wound up — typically investors get their money back (1x) before founders see anything. Multiples above 1x are founder-unfriendly.
Typically 2–4 working days for drafting; reviews are usually turned around faster.
No — investor standards are drafted for investors. Get it reviewed; the negotiation is normal and expected.
Due diligence, then definitive documents — primarily the shareholders agreement (SSHA) and share subscription agreement. We handle the full set.
Request a quote — term sheet work is typically a fixed fee, with the full round documentation quoted separately.
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Last verified: 6 October 2026
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