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The Investment Consulting Agreement serves as a crucial legal framework for formalizing advisory relationships in the Indian investment landscape. This document is essential when engaging professional investment consultants or advisory firms to provide guidance on investment strategies, portfolio management, or financial planning. The agreement ensures compliance with SEBI regulations, particularly the SEBI (Investment Advisers) Regulations, 2013, while clearly defining the scope of services, fee structures, and responsibilities of both parties. It includes necessary protections for both the consultant and client, addressing key aspects such as confidentiality, liability limitations, and dispute resolution mechanisms. The document is particularly important given India's evolving financial markets and regulatory environment, providing a structured approach to investment advisory relationships while maintaining regulatory compliance.

1. Parties: Identification of the investment consultant and the client, including registration details and contact information

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including consultant's qualifications and SEBI registration details

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including regulatory and technical terminology

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of investment consulting services to be provided, including any limitations

5. Regulatory Compliance: Commitments to comply with SEBI regulations and other applicable laws

6. Representations and Warranties: Statements of fact and guarantees from both parties regarding their capacity and authority

7. Fees and Payment Terms: Structure and timing of consulting fees, expenses, and payment methods

8. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

9. Conflicts of Interest: Disclosure and management of potential conflicts

10. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and circumstances for termination

11. Liability and Indemnification: Limitations of liability and mutual indemnification provisions

12. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes, including arbitration procedures

13. Governing Law: Specification of Indian law as governing law and jurisdiction

14. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and severability