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Why we picked it A practical India-specific walkthrough of equity split, vesting, and IP clauses in a co-founder agreement, from a mainstream Indian legal services provider. It covers what a US template will miss.

Co-Founder Agreement India 2026: Equity, Vesting & IP Guide

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Standard vesting is 4 years with a 1-year cliff, applied to every founder
Assign all IP to the company in writing from the start
Cover roles, decision-making, deadlock, and exit, not just percentages

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Answers How should co-founders split equity fairly? What is vesting and why do I need a vesting schedule? Should I use a dynamic equity split like Slicing Pie instead of fixed percentages? What must go into a co-founder / founders' agreement in India? How much equity should I set aside for an ESOP pool for employees? What happens to equity if a co-founder leaves early?