Anupam Mittal’s exact net worth is not public. The founder of Shaadi.com and Shark Tank India judge has never disclosed his personal wealth, and online estimates vary widely. What is on record is his career: he started Shaadi.com in 1997, built People Group and has invested in more than 250 startups.
Older articles, including an earlier version of this page, quoted a figure of Rs 15,000 crore. We found no reliable source for it, so we have removed it. This refreshed profile sticks to facts reported by credible outlets.
Anupam Mittal at a glance
| Born | 23 December 1971, Mumbai |
| Known for | Founder of Shaadi.com, Shark Tank India judge |
| Company | Founder and CEO, People Group |
| Education | Boston College, USA; MBA in Operations and Strategic Management |
| Spouse | Aanchal Kumar (married 2013) |
| Startup investments | More than 250, including Ola, BigBasket and Rapido |
| Net worth | Not publicly disclosed |
Anupam Mittal net worth: what we actually know
Mittal’s wealth comes from his stake in People Group, the parent of Shaadi.com, and from a large portfolio of startup investments. Neither People Group’s valuation nor his personal holdings are fully public, which is why any single net worth number should be treated with caution.
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His angel investing record is better documented. He was one of the earliest investors in Ola, and he has backed companies such as BigBasket and Rapido. Business Standard ranked him India’s top angel investor in 2014 and 2015, when he invested in 25 and 34 startups respectively.
Why net worth estimates differ
Celebrity net worth websites usually combine guesses about salary, company value and assets. For a private company founder, most of these inputs are not public. People Group does not publish a valuation of Mittal’s personal stake, and the value of early-stage startup holdings can change sharply from year to year.
That is why one site may quote a figure in the hundreds of crores while another gives a number many times higher. Until Mittal or a credible financial publication shares verified data, readers should treat all such figures as rough guesses.
Early life and education
Anupam Mittal was born in Mumbai on 23 December 1971 to Gopal Krishna Mittal and Bhagwati Devi Mittal, in a business family. He studied at Jai Hind College in Mumbai before moving to the United States.
He graduated from Boston College in Massachusetts and earned an MBA in Operations and Strategic Management. His time in the US during the early internet boom shaped his interest in consumer internet businesses.
Shaadi.com and People Group
Mittal founded Shaadi.com in 1997. It started as Sagai.com and was among the first online matrimonial services of its kind. Over the years it grew into one of India’s best-known matchmaking brands, serving Indians at home and abroad.
Shaadi.com sits under People Group, where Mittal is founder and CEO. The group also started Makaan.com, a property marketplace, and Mauj Mobile, described as India’s first mobile gaming company. He was also a co-founder of the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and served as its chairperson from 2006 to 2007.
Shark Tank India journey
Mittal has been a judge on Shark Tank India since its first season, which premiered in December 2021 on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV. Season 1 made him a household name, and he continued through later seasons, including Season 5, which aired from January to March 2026.
In Season 1 he committed about Rs 5.4 crore across 25 businesses. In Season 3 his commitments were about Rs 8 crore. He is known on the show for direct, blunt feedback and for focusing on whether a founder understands the numbers of the business.
How Shaadi.com makes money
Shaadi.com follows a freemium model. Users can create a profile and browse matches for free, while paid premium plans unlock features such as contacting other members directly. This model has been copied widely by other matrimonial platforms in India.
Personal life
Mittal married model Aanchal Kumar in Jaipur in 2013, and the couple have a daughter, Alyssa. He is based in Mumbai and is active on social media, where he shares views on startups and business.
He has also dabbled in films, as an actor and producer on the Hindi films 99 and Flavors.
Awards and recognition
- Karmaveer Chakra Award in the Entrepreneurs for Social Change category.
- Ranked India’s top angel investor by Business Standard in 2014 and 2015.
- Named among India’s eight most prominent angel investors by Forbes in 2016.
- Outstanding Serial Entrepreneur and Angel Investor award from TiE in 2020.
- Listed among the 50 Most Powerful People in India by The Week.
Lessons from his career
Mittal’s career shows the value of entering a market early and staying with it. Shaadi.com began when very few Indians were online, long before smartphones made online services common. He has spoken on Shark Tank India about patience, unit economics and building a brand that lasts.
For more founder and celebrity profiles, see our people section. Investing and money stories are in our finance section.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Anupam Mittal’s net worth?
He has not disclosed it, and there is no reliable official figure. Estimates found online differ widely and should not be treated as fact.
When did Anupam Mittal start Shaadi.com?
He founded it in 1997, when it was called Sagai.com.
Who is Anupam Mittal’s wife?
He is married to model Aanchal Kumar. The couple married in 2013 and have a daughter, Alyssa.
Is Anupam Mittal still on Shark Tank India?
Yes. He has been a judge since Season 1 and was part of Season 5, which aired from January to March 2026.
Sources: Wikipedia: Anupam Mittal, Wikipedia: Shark Tank India, Shaadi.com.
