Northern Arc

Northern Arc operates a diversified financial services platform, connecting financial institutions with capital markets to expand credit access for underserved populations. It facilitates debt funding for retail credit providers and manages a private debt fund management vertical, channeling investments into India's impact-focused financial inclusion sectors.

Established in 2008 as IFMR Capital Finance Limited, Northern Arc was promoted by Dvara Trust. The foundational insight aimed to bridge the significant funding gap for financial institutions serving small businesses and individuals, thus enabling broader financial inclusion through crucial capital.

The platform serves diverse financial institutions, including microfinance, affordable housing, and vehicle finance, which cater to retail credit needs. Northern Arc's mission is to deepen financial access for millions of households and enterprises, fostering inclusive economic growth by efficiently allocating capital to impactful sectors.