These Platform Terms of Service govern your use of the MergeAxis platform as a registered user and apply in addition to the Website Terms of Use. In case of conflict, these Terms shall prevail for registered users.
1. Definitions
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Platform | The MergeAxis web application, Deal Board and all associated digital infrastructure accessible at mergeaxis.in |
| Registered User | Any person or entity that has completed the MergeAxis registration process and whose account has been approved |
| Professional Partner / Partner | A verified M&A professional, CA, CS, business consultant, or advisor registered under a Partner Agreement |
| Seller Mandate | An engagement where a Professional Partner represents a business owner seeking a sale, partial exit, PE exit, or succession transaction |
| Buy Mandate | An engagement where a Professional Partner represents an acquirer, PE fund, family office, or strategic buyer seeking an acquisition target |
| Blind Teaser | An anonymised deal summary prepared by a Professional containing no company name or promoter identity |
| Success Fee | The platform fee charged by MergeAxis upon successful closing of a transaction, calculated as a percentage of deal value |
| NDA | Non-Disclosure Agreement executed between a potential buyer/counterparty and MergeAxis before seller/buyer identity is granted |
2. Account Registration and Verification
2.1 Registration Obligation
All users must register on the Platform before accessing the Deal Board beyond anonymised teasers.
2.2 Account Security
You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. Notify MergeAxis immediately at info@mergeaxis.in upon any suspected unauthorised access.
2.3 Account Suspension
MergeAxis reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account, without notice, for:
- Submission of false information
- Violation of these Terms
- Attempt to de-anonymise deal listings
- Facilitation of off-platform transactions
- Any conduct deemed harmful to the platform
3. Deal Board — Buyer Rules
- All deal information accessed through the Platform is strictly confidential and must not be shared outside the Platform
- Buyers must not attempt to identify or contact the seller directly without MergeAxis facilitation
- A signed NDA is required before seller identity, company name, or detailed financials are disclosed
- Buyers must not approach sellers, their employees, advisers, or associates directly or through third parties
- Expressions of Interest (EOI) are non-binding and do not create any contractual obligation on either party
- Submission of false or frivolous EOIs will result in immediate account suspension
4. Deal Board — Seller and Partner Rules
- All mandates must be submitted as blind listings — no company name, promoter identity, or identifying details may appear in the teaser
- Professional Partners must have written authority from their client before listing any mandate on the Platform
- Client consent must be obtained before sharing any financial information with a potential buyer
- All financial information submitted must be accurate and based on verified management accounts or audited financials
- Professional Partners must disclose the MergeAxis success fee structure to their clients prior to mandate submission
- Off-platform transactions facilitated by a registered Professional Partner during the 18-month tail period are subject to full success fee obligations
5. Success Fee and Payment Terms
5.1 Fee Structure
MergeAxis charges a Success Fee computed as a prescribed percentage of enterprise value, payable by both parties at definitive agreement execution.
5.2 GST & TDS
All fees are exclusive of GST, charged additionally at 18%.
5.3 Zero Upfront Fee
MergeAxis charges zero upfront fee. All revenue is success-fee based.
6. Confidentiality Obligations
- All deal information accessed on the Platform must be held in strict confidence
- Deal information may only be used for the purpose of evaluating the specific transaction for which it was disclosed
- No deal information may be disclosed to any third party beyond those with a strict need-to-know for transaction evaluation
- Confidentiality obligations survive for 3 years after last access to deal information on the Platform
7. Platform Fees for Add-on Services
MergeAxis may offer additional premium services including priority matching, featured listing, buyer database access, and AI-enhanced deal scoring. Fees for such services will be published on the Platform and agreed separately in writing before activation.
8. Representations and Warranties
- All information submitted to the Platform is accurate, complete, and not misleading
- You have full authority to enter into and perform your obligations under these Terms and any related transaction
- Your use of the Platform does not violate any applicable law, regulation, court order, or agreement with any third party
- You are not subject to any sanctions, debarment, or restrictions imposed by any regulatory authority
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless MergeAxis from claims arising out of your breach of these Terms, violation of applicable law, false information submitted, infringement of third-party rights, or any advisory service you perform.
10. Termination
- Either party may terminate these Terms with 30 days written notice
- MergeAxis may terminate immediately upon material breach of any provision of these Terms
- Confidentiality obligations survive termination and remain in full force
- Success fees applicable to transactions introduced or facilitated prior to termination remain fully payable
- The 18-month tail period continues to apply in full following termination
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be first attempted to be resolved by mutual negotiation within 30 days. If unresolved, disputes shall be referred to arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, before a sole arbitrator appointed by mutual consent. The seat and venue of arbitration shall be Gurugram, India. Courts in Gurugram shall have exclusive jurisdiction.