Business Acquisition Contract Template for India

1. Earn-out Provisions: Used when part of the purchase price is contingent on future performance

2. Employee Matters: Included when specific arrangements for employee transfer or benefits need to be addressed

3. Intellectual Property Rights: Detailed section when IP forms a significant part of the acquisition

4. Real Estate Matters: Required when the acquisition involves significant real estate assets

5. Environmental Matters: Necessary for businesses with environmental risks or compliance requirements

6. Tax Matters: Detailed tax provisions when complex tax structures or significant tax risks exist

7. Transition Services: Included when post-completion services from seller are required

8. Foreign Investment Compliance: Required for cross-border transactions or foreign investment regulations

9. Data Protection: Necessary when significant personal data is involved in the transaction

1. Business Assets Schedule: Detailed list of all assets included in the sale

2. Excluded Assets Schedule: List of assets specifically excluded from the sale

3. Financial Statements: Recent financial statements of the business being acquired

4. Material Contracts: List and copies of important business contracts

5. Intellectual Property Schedule: Details of all IP rights included in the sale

6. Employee Information: List of employees and their key employment terms

7. Real Estate Schedule: Details of owned and leased properties

8. Permits and Licenses: List of all governmental permits and licenses

9. Encumbrances: Details of any liens, charges or encumbrances on assets

10. Completion Deliverables: List of documents and items to be delivered at completion

11. Purchase Price Adjustment Mechanism: Detailed methodology for any price adjustments

12. Disclosure Schedule: Exceptions and qualifications to representations and warranties