India's tech startups raised $10.5bn in 2025, rank 3rd globally
India's tech startups pulled in $10.5 billion in 2025, making the country the world's third biggest hotspot for tech funding after the US and UK.
According to a Tracxn report, early-stage investments saw a boost, with most of the money flowing into enterprise apps, retail, and fintech.
Where the money went
There were 14 mega deals over $100 million each this year. Enterprise applications, retail, and fintech led the pack for funding.
Startups co-founded by women also had a standout year—raising $1 billion across 2025.
City hotspots and exits
Bengaluru and Mumbai kept their top spots as India's main startup hubs thanks to strong digital infrastructure and talent.
The year saw solid exit action too: 136 acquisitions, 42 IPOs, and five new unicorns joining India's growing startup scene.