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PhonePe is a mobile payments app that allows users to transfer money instantly to anyone, by using just their mobile number. The company aims to make digital payments so easy, safe, and universally accepted that people never feel the need to carry cash or cards again. Its online payment system is based on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and a digital wallet. PhonePe strives to make commerce a seamless experience for both customers and businesses.
Lysto builds APIs, tools, and infrastructure that enables the creation and distribution of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). With its NFT stack, the startup simplifies the adoption of NFT for organizations that want to enter the emerging market for the technology.
Progcap is a financial service company based in New Delhi, India, that focuses on providing financial opportunities to micro and small businesses, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes a blend of technology and a unique delivery model to underwrite credit, offering flexible and collateral-free working capital to underbanked retailers. Progcap's platform employs non-traditional ecosystem data for risk assessment, enabling the creation of credit scores for customers who are typically overlooked by conventional financial institutions. By leveraging advanced technology, Progcap aims to empower these businesses with affordable and timely credit solutions, thereby enhancing their financial accessibility and operational capabilities.
PayGlocal is a financial technology company founded in 2021 by Yogesh Lokhande in Bangalore, Karnataka. The company specializes in providing a comprehensive payment processing platform that focuses on minimizing risk and ensuring secure transactions. Utilizing an AI-ML-based risk engine, PayGlocal offers multiple layers of transaction monitoring, which enhances the reliability of both recurring payments and standing instructions for global transactions. By combining effective risk management with an integrated global payment acceptance system, PayGlocal aims to deliver a cost-effective and seamless experience for businesses, prioritizing enterprise-grade security to facilitate hassle-free financial operations.
Groyyo is a B2B manufacturing and automation startup focused on transforming the manufacturing sector. The company leverages artificial intelligence, technology, and innovation to enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and quality. By emphasizing standardization and expert guidance, Groyyo caters to micro-manufacturers with low minimum order sizes, fast turnaround times, and competitive pricing. This approach enables businesses to scale their operations effectively and expand their sourcing capabilities across South Asia and beyond. Groyyo aims to make manufacturing processes larger, faster, smarter, and more cost-effective, ultimately supporting businesses in achieving growth and success on a global scale.
Chaayos is founded in November 2012 out of this premise - a contemporary interpretation of the chai adda, serving freshly made chai. Their focus is on serving your "Meri Wali Chai", a chai made exactly to their customers' liking the minute they place their order - be it an adrak tulsi kadak chai or a paani kam elaichi cinnamon chai. Their option of 12 add-ons gives their customers a total of over 12,000 ways to make their chai at Chaayos.
Battery Smart provides advanced Li-ion batteries to e-rickshaws. Battery Smart develops a retrofittable 48V Li-ion twin battery system that is compatible with all major electric rickshaw (e3w) models.
CRED is a members-only app that rewards the user with exclusive rewards for paying credit card bills. The company is committed to protecting the data and information of its members. CRED works on the guiding principle of opt-In consent and full transparency. The company's security processes and technology implementations combined with regulatory compliance is how it access, store, and use member data.
Developer of gold savings software intended to help users invest in digital gold. The company's platform helps to save money by taking spare change from online transactions and investing it in digital gold automatically which can be redeemed anytime, enabling users to create a habit of daily savings as investments in digital gold, which can be redeemed or withdrawn easily through UPI.
slice (prev SlicePay) is a Fintech startup focused on Young India. They are building a transparent and less time-consuming financial platform to enhance the life experience for young Indians. Their first product is slice card that provides seamless credit payments, high-quality mobile experience & customer service
Shopflo is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform focused on enhancing the checkout experience for e-commerce brands. It aims to improve user experience and increase conversion rates on online retail websites. The platform offers advanced features designed to strengthen customer intent and trust during the purchasing process, thereby facilitating smoother transactions for online businesses. By providing these tools, Shopflo supports e-commerce companies in optimizing their sales processes and delivering a more efficient shopping experience for consumers.
ApnaKlub is digitizing and organizing the FMCG procurement market by connecting buyers and brands through a single platform.
Toplyne is a plug-and-play platform that enables sales teams at PLG (product-led growth) companies to identify and focus on the users and accounts most likely to convert. It was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Open develops and offers an online platform for banking and intercompany settlement. It offers digital banking service for startups and small and medium enterprises that offer digital bank accounts that includes a current account packed with tools for bookkeeping, invoices, moving money, and accessing credit. Open's application programming interface platform lets financial institutions integrate banking and payments into their applications and accounting systems. Anish Achuthan founded it in 2017, with its headquarters in Bengaluru in India.
Geniemode is a B2B cross-border sourcing and supply chain startup.
UrbanPiper Technology Pvt. Ltd. is a Bengaluru-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing self-branded websites and applications tailored for businesses, particularly in the restaurant sector. The company offers a comprehensive platform that integrates various aspects of order management and customer service, featuring customizable websites and mobile applications for both Android and iOS. Its tools include centralized menu control, inventory tracking, and a dashboard for operational and sales data, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer satisfaction. UrbanPiper also provides features such as offline/online wallets, loyalty programs, coupons, and a secured payment gateway. With a cloud-based solution, clients benefit from continuous updates and support for a low monthly subscription fee, allowing them to concentrate on growing their business without worrying about IT issues.
Push Protocol, officially known as Ethereum Push Notification Service Private Limited, is a decentralized notification protocol founded in 2020 and based in Allahabad, India. The protocol allows decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts to send dynamic and platform-agnostic notifications directly to user wallets. By facilitating communication between various services and user wallets, Push Protocol enables users to receive important alerts and updates while also allowing them to earn from these notifications. The service aims to enhance user engagement by providing a reliable way for crypto services to inform users about relevant activities and events.
ITILITE Technologies Private Limited, founded in 2017 and based in Bengaluru, India, offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed for efficient employee travel management. This digital travel management platform streamlines the booking process, enabling organizations to plan and secure trips in as little as 90 seconds through a unified system that provides personalized recommendations. ITILITE’s solutions enhance control and analytics, facilitating better workflow management, ensuring compliance with travel policies, and delivering real-time insights. By focusing on smarter travel choices, the platform aims to mobilize workforces while effectively reducing annual travel expenses.
Globally, logistics costs account for a staggering 15% of the total cost of goods today. The international freight logistics market for this consists of many fragmented stakeholders working in silos today creating large process inefficiencies. Cogoport aims to iron out these inefficiencies to achieve a 20% reduction in freight costs. Overall, the Freight logistics market is pegged at over $1trln of which India contributes $4Bn and practically none of it is online. At Cogoport, we aspire to bridge this gap and digitize the international freight buying market by providing instant spot rates and a fast bidding/quotation process for the freight buyer - which stands at the top of the value chain. We have been able to stitch together a strong team with decades of sectoral experience alongside technology hackers from premier institutes.
Globally, logistics costs account for a staggering 15% of the total cost of goods today. The international freight logistics market for this consists of many fragmented stakeholders working in silos today creating large process inefficiencies. Cogoport aims to iron out these inefficiencies to achieve a 20% reduction in freight costs. Overall, the Freight logistics market is pegged at over $1trln of which India contributes $4Bn and practically none of it is online. At Cogoport, we aspire to bridge this gap and digitize the international freight buying market by providing instant spot rates and a fast bidding/quotation process for the freight buyer - which stands at the top of the value chain. We have been able to stitch together a strong team with decades of sectoral experience alongside technology hackers from premier institutes.
Wiz Freight is a full-stack digital freight management platform for emerging markets.
Games24x7 is an online gaming company based in Mumbai, India, founded in 2006 by economists Bhavin Pandya and Trivikraman Thampy. The company operates several gaming platforms, including RummyCircle, a leading online rummy site, and My11Circle, a prominent fantasy sports platform in India. Additionally, Games24x7 has established Ultimate Games, a casual games studio focused on developing new titles for the global market. The company leverages behavioral science, technology, and artificial intelligence to enhance the gaming experience across its offerings. With a team of diverse talent located in offices across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kiev, Philadelphia, and Miami, Games24x7 aims to provide engaging and innovative gaming experiences to its users.
Classplus is a mobile first SaaS platform that enables private coaching institutes to streamline their video distribution, payments, communication and online assessments through a single platform.
Oxyzo specializes in providing tailored financial services aimed at transforming small and medium enterprises (SMEs) into larger entities. The company offers customized credit solutions designed to help SMEs enhance their operations and revenue while improving profit margins. Oxyzo's services include low-interest, collateral-free loans with expedited processing times of up to 72 hours. Notably, the firm serves over 3,000 SMEs across India, disbursing substantial loan amounts annually. Key features of Oxyzo's offerings include a "Pay As Per Usage" model, which allows clients to pay interest only for the duration of credit usage without foreclosure charges, minimal documentation requirements for loan processing, and competitive interest rates starting at 1.5% per month. Additionally, clients can benefit from savings on raw material purchases through partnerships that provide discounts. Overall, Oxyzo positions itself as a leading lending option for SMEs in India, focusing on their unique financial needs.
InFeedo is a SaaS-based people predictive analytics company that is helping over 100 enterprises, such as GE, Puma, Dunkin Donuts, Kotak, Tata, Airtel, redefine employee engagement. It is currently focused on its flagship product Amber, an artificial intelligence-enabled bot that helps CHROs manage employee engagement, predict attrition, and measure company culture in real-time. Amber connects with employees across organizations to collect actionable insights for HR, in order to enhance employee engagement, curb potential attrition, and gain a real-time sense of overall sentiment.
The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Gurgaon, India.
Money View is a financial management application founded in April 2014 by Sanjay Aggarwal and based in Bangalore, Karnataka. The app enables users to efficiently track and organize their expenses, bills, and account balances by extracting financial information from SMS messages. It offers features such as budget setting, reminders for bill payments, and options for splitting bills among users. Additionally, Money View provides tools like Savings+ and TaxSaver+ to help users save money effectively. The platform aims to enhance financial awareness and management for its users.
Box8 is a rapidly growing on-demand food delivery company in India, founded by IIT graduates Anshul Gupta and Amit Raj. The company manages every aspect of its supply chain, from procurement to product development, and has dedicated teams for food delivery and customer support. Box8 offers a diverse menu featuring chef-crafted options with a distinct Indian flair, including fusion boxes, all-in-one meals, wraps, sandwiches, curries, biryanis, and desserts. Their innovative All-in-One meal box provides a convenient, fulfilling dining experience suitable for any occasion. By combining technology with a strong emphasis on logistics, Box8 ensures a seamless ordering process through mobile apps, supported by an integrated delivery management system that consistently delivers hot meals.
AngelList is a platform that connects startups, angel investors, and job-seekers, aiming to democratize the investment process. Founded in 2010 by Babak Nivi and Naval Ravikant and headquartered in San Francisco, AngelList facilitates fundraising, recruitment, and product launches for startups. The platform has a significant impact on the startup ecosystem, having funded numerous companies and made hundreds of thousands of introductions between job-seekers and startups. It operates several subsidiaries, including AngelList Venture and AngelList Talent, and has a portfolio that includes over 20 unicorns. Additionally, AngelList has supported the launch of more than 100,000 products, playing a crucial role in shaping the future of technology.
Captain Fresh is a freshwater fish and seafood supply chain platform. Captain Fresh is a B2B marketplace leveraging technology to deliver the fastest harvest-to-retail in the industry.
Developer of gold savings software intended to help users invest in digital gold. The company's platform helps to save money by taking spare change from online transactions and investing it in digital gold automatically which can be redeemed anytime, enabling users to create a habit of daily savings as investments in digital gold, which can be redeemed or withdrawn easily through UPI.
Facilio Inc. is a software company specializing in facilities and energy management solutions. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional office in Chennai, India, Facilio leverages the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning to enhance building operations, maintenance, and sustainability. The company's platform facilitates a shift from traditional facilities management to a more intelligent, predictive approach, allowing organizations to optimize operational efficiency and reduce energy consumption. By integrating real-time data and insights, Facilio aims to improve energy and carbon efficiency across real estate portfolios, ultimately helping organizations lower operating costs and extend the life cycle of their assets. The company has garnered support from notable venture capital firms, including Tiger Global and Accel.
Matic Network is a team passionate about decentralization and better products. The current decentralized eco-system lacks usability and convenience. Decentralized transactions are slow, expensive and complex. They aim to change this by leveraging a combination of blockchain scaling, developer platform and tools, and a rabid focus on user experience. They aspire to see a world where blockchain gains mainstream adoption, and fulfills it's true promise.
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.
Chargebee Inc. offers a SaaS-based platform that specializes in subscription management and recurring billing solutions for businesses across various industries, including SaaS and eCommerce. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Walnut, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and Chennai, India. Chargebee's services include automating billing and invoicing processes, managing customer subscriptions, and providing tools for sales and marketing teams to run promotions and address billing inquiries. The platform also features a RevenueStory analytics tool to support data-driven revenue decisions. As a trusted partner for subscription-based businesses, Chargebee differentiates itself with flexible billing options, custom domain support, mobile-compatible checkout pages, and a robust REST API, all aimed at enhancing customer experience and business growth.
Loadshare Networks Private Limited is a logistics service provider based in Bengaluru, India, with additional offices in Kolkata, New Delhi, and Guwahati. Founded in 2017, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including first mile, line-haul, last mile deliveries, e-commerce forward deliveries, and reverse pickups, catering to various sectors such as e-commerce, financial services, and B2B logistics. The company operates primarily across North East, East India, South India, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and metropolitan areas. Loadshare Networks also provides a technology platform and modular logistics software solutions, supporting small and medium businesses in optimizing their logistics operations through regional expertise and efficient decision-making.
InterviewBit Software Services LLP, founded in 2015 and based in Pune, India, operates an online interview preparation platform designed to equip students and young professionals with the necessary skills for technology jobs. The platform offers live online classes focused on computer science education and mentorship to help users navigate recruitment processes effectively. InterviewBit collects data on users' coding skills and technical backgrounds to match them with suitable job opportunities. Additionally, it functions as a recruitment agency, connecting pre-screened technical talent with major employers, including companies like Google, Amazon, and Facebook. With over a million registered software developers and more than 300,000 monthly active users, InterviewBit has established partnerships with numerous global companies to address their hiring needs.
Moglix is an e-commerce platform for industrial tools and equipment. The company is engaged in marketing industrial supplies, in particular, MRO, Safety, Electrical & Lighting, Cleaning & Laundry Supplies, Office Supplies, Tools and many more industry essentials. The company was started in 2015 by a group of young entrepreneurs with the aim of bringing in revolutionary and exciting solutions to global e-commerce. The team brings in experiences from large global and e-commerce companies like Google, Amazon, and Snapdeal. We derive its strength and pride from its highly passionate team joining from ISB, IIMs, and IITs. Its headquarters is based in Singapore with a location in India.
DealShare is a Social Commerce Startup. The company, DealShare, focuses on middle and lower income population in mid-tier cities
6sense Insights Inc. is a predictive intelligence platform that aids B2B marketing and sales leaders in identifying potential prospects and understanding market dynamics through data-driven insights. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Texas and India, 6sense integrates various sources of time-sensitive activity, static data, and external information to offer a unified account engagement platform. This platform leverages artificial intelligence, big data, and machine learning to provide revenue teams with deep insights into buyer behavior, allowing them to prioritize accounts, engage resistant buying teams, and implement personalized multi-channel campaigns. By uncovering anonymous demand and optimizing data fragmentation, 6sense enables its users to predictably grow revenue and improve sales conversions.
M2P Fintech is a fintech company focused on creating financial infrastructure to support digital payment processing and banking services. It provides a comprehensive platform that includes a unified API for easy integration, enabling businesses to accept various payment methods, such as cards and digital wallets. Additionally, M2P Fintech ensures compliance with regulatory standards, allowing financial institutions to enhance their payment capabilities and streamline operations. By offering solutions across payments, lending, and banking, the company aims to improve customer experiences and adapt to the evolving demands of the digital economy.
Indmoney is a mobile application that provides a comprehensive wealth management and advisory platform aimed at helping users invest, save, and plan for their financial future. The app offers features such as investment planning, tax analytics, and strategies for tax savings, along with tools for managing future cash flows and liabilities. Users can invest in various financial instruments, including Indian stocks, mutual funds, US stocks, national pension schemes, and fixed deposits. Indmoney also includes a digital banking feature called the Super Saver account, allowing customers to manage their personal finances more effectively. The platform leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide personalized recommendations and facilitate family member account management, ultimately assisting users in maximizing their portfolio gains.
Indmoney is a mobile application that provides a comprehensive wealth management and advisory platform aimed at helping users invest, save, and plan for their financial future. The app offers features such as investment planning, tax analytics, and strategies for tax savings, along with tools for managing future cash flows and liabilities. Users can invest in various financial instruments, including Indian stocks, mutual funds, US stocks, national pension schemes, and fixed deposits. Indmoney also includes a digital banking feature called the Super Saver account, allowing customers to manage their personal finances more effectively. The platform leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide personalized recommendations and facilitate family member account management, ultimately assisting users in maximizing their portfolio gains.
Refyne partners with organisations to extend on-demand Earned Wage Access (EWA) to their employees. We believe employers play a crucial role in their staff’s financial literacy plan, and providing employees access to their real-time earned salary promotes a stress-free and productive workforce. Refyne’s one-stop platform enables your employee base to build financial resilience and nurture a favourable work culture. With our plug and play technology, employees can see and withdraw their earned salary instead of opting exploitative payday loans or other high-interest credit schemes.
Avataar.Me is a deep-tech provider of AR and VR services used to convert 2D design assets into 3D campaigns on social media. Users can create their own 3D avatars (from a single 2D face selfie) and evaluate the 360-degree look and fit of apparel and accessories on themselves before making online purchase decisions. Users can further mix and match apparels and accessories in 3D visualization on their personalized avatars to evaluate the look on themselves.
Rupifi operates a software-as-a-service (SaaS) firm focussed on financial products for small and medium enterprises.
Jupiter, operated by Amica Financial Technologies Private Limited, is a digital retail bank based in Mumbai, India, focused on providing a co-created banking experience tailored specifically for millennials. Established in 2019, Jupiter offers a range of services including automated savings, loans, debit cards, and 24/7 customer support. The platform also provides users with insights into their spending habits and financial growth, enhancing their understanding of personal finance. In addition to these banking services, Jupiter engages in various consultancy activities, including legal, accounting, and market research, positioning itself as a comprehensive financial service provider.
Captain Fresh is a freshwater fish and seafood supply chain platform. Captain Fresh is a B2B marketplace leveraging technology to deliver the fastest harvest-to-retail in the industry.
OfBusiness is a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the procurement and financing processes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India. By integrating e-commerce with a robust product fulfillment engine, OfBusiness provides businesses with better access to raw materials at competitive prices and optimized timelines. The platform focuses on delivering a seamless experience for its users, allowing them to concentrate on their core operations. OfBusiness addresses key challenges in the B2B sector, including logistics, credit, and information flow, by managing end-to-end logistics and offering credit solutions through partnerships with non-banking financial companies. With a team that has extensive experience across various industrial sectors, OfBusiness is committed to understanding and meeting the needs of its customers, ultimately facilitating better operational efficiency for SMEs in the manufacturing and infrastructure domains.
OfBusiness is a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the procurement and financing processes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India. By integrating e-commerce with a robust product fulfillment engine, OfBusiness provides businesses with better access to raw materials at competitive prices and optimized timelines. The platform focuses on delivering a seamless experience for its users, allowing them to concentrate on their core operations. OfBusiness addresses key challenges in the B2B sector, including logistics, credit, and information flow, by managing end-to-end logistics and offering credit solutions through partnerships with non-banking financial companies. With a team that has extensive experience across various industrial sectors, OfBusiness is committed to understanding and meeting the needs of its customers, ultimately facilitating better operational efficiency for SMEs in the manufacturing and infrastructure domains.
Razorpay Software Private Limited is an online payment gateway that facilitates businesses in accepting, processing, and disbursing payments through a comprehensive product suite. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Razorpay offers access to various payment methods, including credit and debit cards, net banking, UPI, and electronic wallets. In addition to its core payment processing services, Razorpay provides several innovative solutions, such as Razorpay Capital, which offers short-term, collateral-free loans for businesses; Razorpay Route, enabling the splitting and transferring of payments; Razorpay Thirdwatch, which identifies risky and fraudulent orders; PrePay CoD, sending payment links for cash-on-delivery transactions deemed risky; and Razorpay X, a solution for managing current accounts, optimizing payouts, and automating payroll compliance.
Innovaccer Inc. specializes in developing analytical and data science applications tailored for various sectors, including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, retail, and academic research. The company provides a comprehensive enterprise analytics platform known as Datashop, which encompasses several solutions designed to enhance data utilization and insights. Key offerings include Datashop Care for patient management in healthcare, Datashop Alchemy for economic risk analysis in financial services, and Datashop Insights for data visualization needs. Innovaccer also supports healthcare organizations with its Clinical Documentation Improvement solution and Care Intelligence System, which integrates data analytics and patient engagement tools. Its products have been implemented across numerous institutions and corporate enterprises, significantly improving care delivery for over 10,000 providers in the United States and beyond. Founded in 2012, Innovaccer is headquartered in Noida, India, with additional offices in Palo Alto, California, and various locations across the U.S. and Asia.
Pristyn Care is a healthcare startup focused on transforming day care procedures through advanced surgical care. Founded by former consultant surgeons from prestigious medical institutions and professionals from notable companies, Pristyn Care aims to streamline the patient experience by leveraging technology and innovative surgical techniques. The company offers a range of advanced laser surgeries in various specialties, including urology, proctology, ENT, gynecology, laparoscopy, and dermatology. By implementing efficient processes and utilizing cutting-edge advancements in healthcare, Pristyn Care seeks to enhance patient outcomes and facilitate quicker recovery times.
Bizongo is an innovative online B2B marketplace catering to the diverse packaging and material handling industries. It makes packaging sourcing, distribution, inventory management, and design hassle-free for enterprises. The company's automated supply chain platform ensures availability of packaging for business with lower inventory. It addresses challenges such as inventory stock out, excess inventory, and obsolescence that are common for enterprises. Bizongo was founded in 2015 by Aniket Deb, Ankit Tomar, and Sachin Agrawal and is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Box8 is a rapidly growing on-demand food delivery company in India, founded by IIT graduates Anshul Gupta and Amit Raj. The company manages every aspect of its supply chain, from procurement to product development, and has dedicated teams for food delivery and customer support. Box8 offers a diverse menu featuring chef-crafted options with a distinct Indian flair, including fusion boxes, all-in-one meals, wraps, sandwiches, curries, biryanis, and desserts. Their innovative All-in-One meal box provides a convenient, fulfilling dining experience suitable for any occasion. By combining technology with a strong emphasis on logistics, Box8 ensures a seamless ordering process through mobile apps, supported by an integrated delivery management system that consistently delivers hot meals.
slice (prev SlicePay) is a Fintech startup focused on Young India. They are building a transparent and less time-consuming financial platform to enhance the life experience for young Indians. Their first product is slice card that provides seamless credit payments, high-quality mobile experience & customer service
Upstox is a fintech company that offers a comprehensive online stockbroking platform, enabling retail investors to engage in equity trading, commodity trading, currency derivatives, and mutual funds. By leveraging technology, Upstox aims to reduce the costs associated with online trading through a zero-brokerage model, which provides clients with cost-effective investment options. The platform is designed to enhance the trading experience by offering advanced tools that facilitate informed investment decisions, ensuring a seamless and efficient trading process. Upstox's commitment to delivering reliable technology and exceptional service positions it as a significant player in the low-cost brokerage sector, with a focus on disrupting traditional brokerage practices.
Spinny is a technology-driven platform that simplifies the buying and selling of used cars in India. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, Spinny aims to create a trustworthy and hassle-free experience for customers in the pre-owned car market. The company employs a full-stack business model, ensuring transparency and value in every transaction. Spinny offers a selection of handpicked cars, complete with detailed information, and provides potential buyers with the opportunity for a test drive and a five-day money-back guarantee. This approach enables car owners to list their vehicles easily while offering buyers a straightforward and reliable process for purchasing their desired cars.
NoBroker Technologies Solutions Pvt. Ltd. operates a home rental platform that connects users directly with property owners, allowing them to find homes without incurring brokerage fees. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Bengaluru, India, the platform facilitates efficient real estate transactions by offering comprehensive information about properties and neighborhoods, including details on local amenities such as schools, banks, and restaurants. Users can also post requirements for flatmates. Additionally, NoBroker provides essential services such as paperwork processing, lease agreement registration, bank franking, police verification, and society approval, streamlining the rental process for its users.
Mensa Brands’ business model involves investing working capital and picking up equity in other D2C startups and scaling their brands' presence online
Nykaa is an e-Commerce platform for different beauty and wellness products for men and women. They also offer comprehensive content including product reviews, beauty how-to videos, articles by experts, and an e-beauty magazine. Their helpline helps to choose products and services best suited for customer's needs. Nykaa's products are authentic sourced directly from brands and provide a delivery experience. Nykaa was founded in 2012 by Falguni Nayar and is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Zolve is a global neo-banking startup focused on delivering banking and financial services to individuals migrating to international markets. Its platform aims to transcend geographical boundaries by offering equitable access to a variety of financial products in a single, user-friendly interface. By facilitating saving and investment opportunities, Zolve empowers individuals to achieve financial independence and pursue their aspirations. The company's mission is to create a more inclusive financial ecosystem, making it easier for users to navigate their financial needs as they transition to new countries.
Porter is an online logistics marketplace focused on providing economical and efficient intra-city transportation solutions. It serves a diverse clientele, including e-commerce, FMCG, SMEs, traders, and logistics companies, by optimizing last-mile logistics through its dedicated fleet and in-house technology. Businesses can book mini trucks or tempos via Porter's platform, which allows for real-time tracking of their rides. This service addresses inefficiencies in urban logistics and transforms the transportation of goods, enabling numerous businesses to move their products on-demand. Porter's notable clients include major companies such as ITC, Flipkart, Amazon, and Delhivery, highlighting its role in enhancing logistics operations within cities.
Groww is an investment platform that offers a new way of investing money with stockbroking and direct mutual funds. The platform provides insights about mutual funds, systematic investment planning, equity-linked savings, and everything from the personal finance world, which helps new investors make investing simple by maintaining a simplified user interface to make investing easy, accessible, transparent, and paperless, enabling users to invest in mutual funds without any hassles. Customers can also invest in gold and US stocks through the Groww platform. The company is also a part of Y Combinator’s winter 2018 batch. Founded in 2017 by Lalit Keshre, Harsh Jain, Neeraj Singh, and Ishan Bansal, the company was launched in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
CRED is a members-only app that rewards the user with exclusive rewards for paying credit card bills. The company is committed to protecting the data and information of its members. CRED works on the guiding principle of opt-In consent and full transparency. The company's security processes and technology implementations combined with regulatory compliance is how it access, store, and use member data.
M2P Fintech is a fintech company focused on creating financial infrastructure to support digital payment processing and banking services. It provides a comprehensive platform that includes a unified API for easy integration, enabling businesses to accept various payment methods, such as cards and digital wallets. Additionally, M2P Fintech ensures compliance with regulatory standards, allowing financial institutions to enhance their payment capabilities and streamline operations. By offering solutions across payments, lending, and banking, the company aims to improve customer experiences and adapt to the evolving demands of the digital economy.
coinswitch.co is the world's first cryptocurrency exchange aggregator platform. It lists 250+ coin and 6000+ currency pairs. As of 2018, it has been hitting a volume of 1 million USD per day. Some of the exchanges listed on coinswitch.co are Bittrex, Changelly, Shapeshift and Cryptopia.
Progcap is a financial service company based in New Delhi, India, that focuses on providing financial opportunities to micro and small businesses, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes a blend of technology and a unique delivery model to underwrite credit, offering flexible and collateral-free working capital to underbanked retailers. Progcap's platform employs non-traditional ecosystem data for risk assessment, enabling the creation of credit scores for customers who are typically overlooked by conventional financial institutions. By leveraging advanced technology, Progcap aims to empower these businesses with affordable and timely credit solutions, thereby enhancing their financial accessibility and operational capabilities.
OfBusiness is a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the procurement and financing processes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India. By integrating e-commerce with a robust product fulfillment engine, OfBusiness provides businesses with better access to raw materials at competitive prices and optimized timelines. The platform focuses on delivering a seamless experience for its users, allowing them to concentrate on their core operations. OfBusiness addresses key challenges in the B2B sector, including logistics, credit, and information flow, by managing end-to-end logistics and offering credit solutions through partnerships with non-banking financial companies. With a team that has extensive experience across various industrial sectors, OfBusiness is committed to understanding and meeting the needs of its customers, ultimately facilitating better operational efficiency for SMEs in the manufacturing and infrastructure domains.
Vedantu is an e-learning company that features an online platform that features real-time personalized learning. It provides a software platform connects tutors and student which provides real-time one to one teaching to students online.
Vedantu is an e-learning company that features an online platform that features real-time personalized learning. It provides a software platform connects tutors and student which provides real-time one to one teaching to students online.
Apna is a recruitment platform that gives opportunities for blue or grey collar jobs. The company works for those who require jobs and those who are looking for the best employees for their companies. It gives maximum opportunities through a single platform for the biggest job groups in India. The company was founded in 2019 and based in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Open develops and offers an online platform for banking and intercompany settlement. It offers digital banking service for startups and small and medium enterprises that offer digital bank accounts that includes a current account packed with tools for bookkeeping, invoices, moving money, and accessing credit. Open's application programming interface platform lets financial institutions integrate banking and payments into their applications and accounting systems. Anish Achuthan founded it in 2017, with its headquarters in Bengaluru in India.
PhonePe is a mobile payments app that allows users to transfer money instantly to anyone, by using just their mobile number. The company aims to make digital payments so easy, safe, and universally accepted that people never feel the need to carry cash or cards again. Its online payment system is based on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and a digital wallet. PhonePe strives to make commerce a seamless experience for both customers and businesses.
BharatPe is a financial technology company that provides a merchant payment application aimed at facilitating digital payment services. The application allows merchants to accept payments from various apps and cards without incurring fees, thereby promoting seamless business transactions. It features interoperable unified payments interface (UPI) quick response codes, enabling businesses to receive payments efficiently and cost-effectively. In addition to payment processing, BharatPe also offers loan services to help merchants access funds whenever needed, further supporting their financial operations. This integrated approach aims to enhance the overall experience for merchants in managing their transactions and financial needs.
Hella Infra Market Limited specializes in the supply of construction materials, including ready mix concrete, flyash, construction chemicals, aggregates, and cement. Established in 2016 and based in Thane, India, the company operates Infra.Market, an online procurement marketplace designed for the real estate and construction materials sector. This centralized platform streamlines the purchasing process by aggregating client demands and connecting them with its supply chain, while also offering affordable credit options and efficient delivery tracking. By enhancing the technology experience and providing fair pricing, Infra.Market aims to meet the needs of its customers in the construction industry.
Unacademy is India's largest learning platform, established in 2010 as a YouTube channel and officially launched in 2015. Based in Bangalore, the platform offers a wide range of educational content aimed at helping students prepare for major competitive examinations. It features short lectures in video format across various subjects, making educational resources accessible for free. Unacademy promotes self-learning and aims to empower aspiring students in their pursuit of academic success.
Private Equity Round in 2021
Flipkart India Private Limited operates an e-commerce marketplace that engages in the wholesale trading/distribution of books, mobiles, computers and related accessories, apparel, home and furniture products, sports and books, and others online products. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Bengaluru, India. Flipkart India Private Limited operates as a subsidiary of Flipkart Private Limited.
Spinny is a technology-driven platform that simplifies the buying and selling of used cars in India. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, Spinny aims to create a trustworthy and hassle-free experience for customers in the pre-owned car market. The company employs a full-stack business model, ensuring transparency and value in every transaction. Spinny offers a selection of handpicked cars, complete with detailed information, and provides potential buyers with the opportunity for a test drive and a five-day money-back guarantee. This approach enables car owners to list their vehicles easily while offering buyers a straightforward and reliable process for purchasing their desired cars.
DealShare is a Social Commerce Startup. The company, DealShare, focuses on middle and lower income population in mid-tier cities
Quizizz Inc. is a company that develops a mobile application designed to facilitate quiz creation, assessment, and engagement in educational settings. The platform allows teachers to create and share quizzes while enabling students to participate in a multiplayer classroom experience or learn at their own pace through various modes, including Live Game and Homework Mode. Users can choose from millions of free quizzes created by other educators or design their own. The application is accessible on multiple devices, promoting independent progress for students. By utilizing Quizizz, teachers receive valuable feedback without the need for manual grading, allowing them to better understand their students' knowledge and tailor their instruction accordingly. Founded in 2015, Quizizz is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.
Classplus is a mobile first SaaS platform that enables private coaching institutes to streamline their video distribution, payments, communication and online assessments through a single platform.
Progcap is a financial service company based in New Delhi, India, that focuses on providing financial opportunities to micro and small businesses, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes a blend of technology and a unique delivery model to underwrite credit, offering flexible and collateral-free working capital to underbanked retailers. Progcap's platform employs non-traditional ecosystem data for risk assessment, enabling the creation of credit scores for customers who are typically overlooked by conventional financial institutions. By leveraging advanced technology, Progcap aims to empower these businesses with affordable and timely credit solutions, thereby enhancing their financial accessibility and operational capabilities.
Apna is a recruitment platform that gives opportunities for blue or grey collar jobs. The company works for those who require jobs and those who are looking for the best employees for their companies. It gives maximum opportunities through a single platform for the biggest job groups in India. The company was founded in 2019 and based in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
GoMechanic provides an online car servicing platform intended to help people to schedule their car servicing online in a desired time. Its platform offers to book services like denting and painting, exterior and interior car care services and cashless insurance repairs, enabling users to service their cars in a hassle-free manner.
Locus is an intelligent logistics automation and decision-making platform that comes with in-built route planning and vehicle allocation engine which improves consistency and efficiency of operations. The platform helps companies and enterprises in e-commerce, food delivery, FMCG and other verticals to automate and optimize their logistics. The product suite comprises of a route deviation engine, order dispatch automation, a field user app, route optimizations, scheduling, tracking for end-customer, and predictive analytics. Offering the entire technology stack, in the form of a platform as a service.
Plum provides best-in-class health insurance at affordable price. Plum's group health insurance comes with no surprises, no hidden costs & no out-of-pocket expenses. Give your employees access to great care with Plum.
Koo App operates as a microblogging app. Koo allows users to connect, comment and engage in 13 local languages such as Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Bengali.
Kutumb allows users to create apps to connect with people in their community, share news, updates of members, and discuss any issue.
Moglix is an e-commerce platform for industrial tools and equipment. The company is engaged in marketing industrial supplies, in particular, MRO, Safety, Electrical & Lighting, Cleaning & Laundry Supplies, Office Supplies, Tools and many more industry essentials. The company was started in 2015 by a group of young entrepreneurs with the aim of bringing in revolutionary and exciting solutions to global e-commerce. The team brings in experiences from large global and e-commerce companies like Google, Amazon, and Snapdeal. We derive its strength and pride from its highly passionate team joining from ISB, IIMs, and IITs. Its headquarters is based in Singapore with a location in India.
coinswitch.co is the world's first cryptocurrency exchange aggregator platform. It lists 250+ coin and 6000+ currency pairs. As of 2018, it has been hitting a volume of 1 million USD per day. Some of the exchanges listed on coinswitch.co are Bittrex, Changelly, Shapeshift and Cryptopia.
Pristyn Care is a healthcare startup focused on transforming day care procedures through advanced surgical care. Founded by former consultant surgeons from prestigious medical institutions and professionals from notable companies, Pristyn Care aims to streamline the patient experience by leveraging technology and innovative surgical techniques. The company offers a range of advanced laser surgeries in various specialties, including urology, proctology, ENT, gynecology, laparoscopy, and dermatology. By implementing efficient processes and utilizing cutting-edge advancements in healthcare, Pristyn Care seeks to enhance patient outcomes and facilitate quicker recovery times.
Chargebee Inc. offers a SaaS-based platform that specializes in subscription management and recurring billing solutions for businesses across various industries, including SaaS and eCommerce. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Walnut, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and Chennai, India. Chargebee's services include automating billing and invoicing processes, managing customer subscriptions, and providing tools for sales and marketing teams to run promotions and address billing inquiries. The platform also features a RevenueStory analytics tool to support data-driven revenue decisions. As a trusted partner for subscription-based businesses, Chargebee differentiates itself with flexible billing options, custom domain support, mobile-compatible checkout pages, and a robust REST API, all aimed at enhancing customer experience and business growth.
Razorpay Software Private Limited is an online payment gateway that facilitates businesses in accepting, processing, and disbursing payments through a comprehensive product suite. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Razorpay offers access to various payment methods, including credit and debit cards, net banking, UPI, and electronic wallets. In addition to its core payment processing services, Razorpay provides several innovative solutions, such as Razorpay Capital, which offers short-term, collateral-free loans for businesses; Razorpay Route, enabling the splitting and transferring of payments; Razorpay Thirdwatch, which identifies risky and fraudulent orders; PrePay CoD, sending payment links for cash-on-delivery transactions deemed risky; and Razorpay X, a solution for managing current accounts, optimizing payouts, and automating payroll compliance.
DealShare is a Social Commerce Startup. The company, DealShare, focuses on middle and lower income population in mid-tier cities
ShareChat is an Indian social media startup. It offers the content consumption and sharing platform only in Indian vernacular languages to cater to over 1.17 billion wireless network users of India. It is available in 15 Indian languages. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka.
PharmEasy is a leading pharmacy aggregator in India that operates an online drug delivery platform aimed at enhancing the supply chain of pharmaceuticals. By digitizing the process, it connects patients with local pharmacy stores and diagnostic centers, ensuring they can easily access a wide range of medicines and healthcare products. The platform is designed to make healthcare services more accessible and affordable, emphasizing the importance of good health for everyone. Through its services, PharmEasy strives to simplify the healthcare experience for patients, allowing them to fulfill their medical needs efficiently.
Groww is an investment platform that offers a new way of investing money with stockbroking and direct mutual funds. The platform provides insights about mutual funds, systematic investment planning, equity-linked savings, and everything from the personal finance world, which helps new investors make investing simple by maintaining a simplified user interface to make investing easy, accessible, transparent, and paperless, enabling users to invest in mutual funds without any hassles. Customers can also invest in gold and US stocks through the Groww platform. The company is also a part of Y Combinator’s winter 2018 batch. Founded in 2017 by Lalit Keshre, Harsh Jain, Neeraj Singh, and Ishan Bansal, the company was launched in Bengaluru, Karnataka.