Business Valuation Services in Mohali
Need to know what your business is worth? CA Ankush Garg provides CA-certified business valuation reports for funding, M&A, FEMA compliance, and legal purposes
Business valuation is the process of determining the economic value of a company or business unit. It is required in a wide range of situations — from raising investor funding and applying for bank loans, to mergers and acquisitions, share transfers, FEMA compliance, legal disputes, and succession planning.
CA Ankush Garg provides professional business valuation reports in Mohali — prepared by a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ICAI No. 552767) using recognized valuation methodologies. Our valuation reports are accepted by MCA, RBI, NCLT, income tax authorities, and investors.
When Do You Need a Business Valuation?
Startup funding Investors and VCs require a valuation to determine the fair price per share. A well-supported valuation protects both founders and investors.
Private placement / ESOPs Companies issuing shares on private placement or granting ESOPs must have a CA-certified fair valuation under the Companies Act.
Share transfer (FEMA) Shares transferred to/from foreign nationals or NRIs require a valuation certificate to determine fair market value under FEMA and Income Tax rules.
Mergers & acquisitions Buyers and sellers in M&A transactions need independent valuation to establish a fair deal price and support due diligence.
Bank loans & project finance Banks and financial institutions require business valuations as part of project finance or working capital loan appraisals.
Legal disputes & succession Required for court proceedings, divorce settlements, partnership disputes, and inheritance or succession planning.
FEMA / RBI compliance Foreign investment in an Indian company must be at or above the fair market value certified by a CA — mandatory under FEMA.
Income tax compliance DCF valuation required for Section 56(2)(viib) angel tax and Section 50B slump sale transactions.
Valuation Methodologies We Use
- 1. Net Asset Value (NAV) – Values the business based on fair market value of assets minus liabilities. Best for asset-heavy businesses, real estate companies, and holding companies.
- 2. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) – Projects future cash flows and discounts to present value. Best for startups and growth-stage businesses. Mandatory for angel tax (Section 56) compliance.
- 3. Comparable Company Multiple – Values based on market multiples (EV/EBITDA, P/E) of comparable listed companies. Best for profitable SMEs.
- 4. Earnings Capitalisation - Capitalises maintainable earnings at an appropriate rate. Suitable for stable, profitable businesses with predictable income.
- 5. Book Value / Residual Value - Based on book value of net assets. Used for dormant companies, pre-revenue startups, and regulatory minimum pricing.
Our Valuation Services
- Startup valuation - for angel and VC funding rounds
- Fair market value certificate - for share transfer (FEMA / Income Tax)
- Valuation for private placement - and preferential allotment of shares
- ESOP valuation - fair value of options for accounting and tax purposes
- Slump sale valuation - (Section 50B) for business transfer
- Valuation for merger/demerger - under Companies Act and NCLT
- Intangible asset valuation - brand value, goodwill, intellectual property
- Valuation report for bank loan - and project finance purposes
- Valuation for legal dispute - succession planning, and court proceedings
What Our Valuation Report Includes
- 1. Executive summary – purpose, scope, methodology, and key findings
- 2. Company background – history, promoters, business model, industry overview
- 3. Financial analysis – 3–5 year historical financials, ratio analysis, trend analysis
- 4. Valuation methodology- MOA, AOA, and all incorporation documents prepared and reviewed with you
- 5. Sensitivity analysis - how value changes with key assumption variations
- 6. Conclusion - final value range with CA certification and UDIN
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can issue a business valuation report in India?
Under FEMA, Companies Act, and Income Tax Act, a business valuation for regulatory purposes must be issued by a Chartered Accountant or a SEBI-registered merchant banker. CA Ankush Garg is a Chartered Accountant (ICAI No. 552767) authorized to issue valuation certificates.
What is the validity of a business valuation report?
Most valuation reports are valid for 6 months from the date of issue for FEMA and MCA purposes. For income tax purposes, the valuation date must correspond to the date of the transaction.
How long does it take to prepare a valuation report?
Typically 5–10 working days depending on complexity and availability of financial information.
Is a valuation mandatory for all share transfers?
For transfers between Indian residents it is not always mandatory but strongly advisable. For transfers involving NRIs or foreign nationals, a CA valuation is mandatory under FEMA.
What documents are needed for a valuation?
Audited financial statements for 3–5 years, business plan or projections, MCA incorporation documents, latest management accounts, and details of comparable transactions or industry benchmarks.
Can a startup with no revenue get a business valuation?
Yes — pre-revenue startups are valued using the DCF method based on financial projections, or the NAV/book value method. We guide founders on how to present their business case for maximum valuation support.