P2P Directory Part 3: Specialized & Niche — Cashkumar, i-Lend, Monexo, and PaisaDukaan
Reviewing specialized P2P platforms in India. Cashkumar's short-term lending model and Monexo's approach to professional credit.
P2P Directory Part 3: Specialized & Niche
Beyond the general personal loan aggregators, several platforms have carved out unique niches—whether it’s ultra-short-term business capital or regionally focused lending.
9. Cashkumar (Cashkumar Fintech Pvt Ltd)
The King of Short-Term Business Capital.
| Metric | Value (As of March 2026) |
|---|---|
| Average Returns | 11% - 14% p.a. |
| Loan Tenure | 7 to 28 Days |
| Default Rate | 0.00% (On specific “Merchant” products) |
Overview
Cashkumar has pivoted successfully to short-term working capital for small businesses (Kirana stores, merchants). Because the loans are very short-term and often backed by partner business data, the risk of “runaway” default is significantly lower.
Strengths: Extremely high liquidity (your capital returns every month); very low NPA on business-backed products. Red Flags: Lower absolute returns compared to high-yield P2P; limited capacity for very large retail investments.
10. i-Lend (Dipamkara Web Ventures Pvt Ltd)
The Transparency-First Platform.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Returns | 12% - 15% p.a. |
| Base | Hyderabad |
| Status | Active NBFC-P2P |
Overview
i-Lend is one of the more conservative and transparent platforms in the South Indian market. They focus on verified borrowers with stable income histories.
Strengths: Clear user dashboard; focus on physical verification of high-ticket borrowers. Red Flags: Slower disbursement cycles compared to AI-driven giants like LenDenClub.
11. Monexo (Monexo Fintech Pvt Ltd)
The Professional’s Choice.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Returns | 11% - 13% p.a. |
| Status | Active |
| Market Segment | Mid-to-High Income Salaried |
Overview
Monexo (led by Mukesh Bubna) has a strong focus on professional and ethical lending practices. They emphasize “Systematic Lending” rather than one-off opportunistic bets.
Strengths: Strong ethical framework; focus on long-term sustainability of lender capital. Red Flags: Lower marketing presence compared to “Gateway” platforms, leading to lower awareness among new Gen-Z investors.
12. PaisaDukaan (Bigwin Infotech Pvt Ltd)
The Balanced Marketplace.
| Metric | Value (2026) |
|---|---|
| Average Returns | 12% - 14% p.a. |
| Status | Active |
| Operational Scale | Small-to-Mid |
Overview
PaisaDukaan offers a traditional P2P marketplace where borrowers and lenders are matched based on credit scores. It has maintained a steady but quiet presence in the market.
Strengths: Simple fee structure; direct interaction with borrower profiles. Red Flags: Low liquidity on the secondary market; limited recent public data on total AUM.
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