PB Fintech, the parent company of Policybazaar and Paisabazaar, has made a decisive move into India’s healthcare sector by investing Rs 539.4 crore in its newly established subsidiary, PB Healthcare Services. This significant capital infusion marks the first tranche of a larger Rs 1,461.6 crore seed funding round, which is set to include contributions from both PB Fintech and external investors. The investment, completed through the subscription of 5.39 crore Compulsory Convertible Preference Shares at Rs 100 per share, has resulted in PB Fintech’s stake in the healthcare arm dropping from 100% to 32.14% on a fully diluted basis.
The strategic dilution of ownership is a deliberate step to attract additional capital and create an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) pool to bring in top talent and retain key personnel in the highly competitive healthcare sector. PB Fintech’s leadership has emphasised that the company’s role is to act as an incubator and catalyst for PB Healthcare Services, rather than a long-term owner, signalling the intention to bring in strong external partners and leadership for the new venture.
PB Healthcare Services, incorporated in January 2025 and headquartered in Gurugram, has ambitious plans to establish hospitals with a combined capacity of up to 1,000 beds within its first year of operations. The initial focus will be on the National Capital Region (NCR), with subsequent expansion into other major metropolitan areas. The fresh funding will support operational costs, infrastructure development, brand-building, and office expansions as the company seeks to make a strong entry into India’s burgeoning healthcare market.
This foray into managed healthcare services marks a significant diversification for PB Fintech, whose core businesses have traditionally centred on digital insurance and lending. The move is seen as a natural extension of its services, leveraging its established customer base to offer integrated health solutions and address gaps in India’s medical infrastructure. The company’s board had previously approved an investment of up to Rs 696 crore in PB Healthcare Services for FY26, with this tranche representing a substantial portion of that commitment.
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In addition to PB Fintech’s investment, company co-founders Yashish Dahiya and Alok Bansal, along with other key executives, are expected to contribute Rs 132.75 crore for a combined 6.61% stake in the subsidiary. Once the entire seed round is completed, PB Fintech’s shareholding is projected to further dilute, aligning with its strategy of fostering strong external leadership and institutional backing for the healthcare arm.
With robust financial performance in its core businesses and a clear vision for healthcare expansion, PB Fintech is positioning itself to become a significant player in India’s managed healthcare sector. It aims to deliver innovative solutions and improved healthcare access for millions.
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