2026 Startup Cohort

AI-native radiology infrastructure for hospitals and health systems worldwide.

Silicon/perovskite tandem solar cells delivering efficiencies beyond conventional silicon limits.

Customizable, dedicated small satellite launch vehicles powered by 3D-printed rocket engines.

India's first GaN RF semiconductor company offering end-to-end materials-to-modules integration for defence, space, and 5G applications.

First-in-class non-steroidal topical small molecule targeting immune-melanocyte pathways for durable vitiligo repigmentation.

Algorithm-driven molecular assay platform enabling at-scale and affordable diagnostics.

Vertically integrated LFP cathode active material and battery-grade lithium carbonate processing platform.

Intelligent battery energy storage systems and cloud-based energy management software from generation to distribution.

Patented blood-based alpha-synuclein amplification diagnostic for accurate, minimally invasive Parkinson's disease detection.

Indigenous software-upgradeable DSP and Edge AI compute fabric for wireless infrastructure.

Industrial robotics company developing advanced snake-like robotic arms for inspection, maintenance, and manufacturing in hazardous industrial environments.

Multi-beam E-band wireless backhaul platform delivering high-capacity last-mile connectivity where fiber is infeasible.

First-in-class crop protection using behavioral modifiers and sex pheromones for sustainable pest control.

Electric mobility company designing and manufacturing intelligent electric scooters and charging networks.

Full-stack BLDC motor-drive design-to-manufacturing platform for HVAC, drones, and next-gen robotics OEMs.

Agentic AI platform for enterprise AI-native transformation driving operational turnaround, operating leverage, and scalable growth.

India’s sovereign full-stack AI platform building foundation models, speech AI, and enterprise agents for Indian languages.

Point-of-care diagnostic portfolio for objective nerve, vascular, and tissue health assessment in diabetic foot care.

Proprietary biodegradable biopolymer blends replacing synthetic additives across consumer personal care and pharma formulations.

Space-qualified electric propulsion systems and green monopropellant thrusters for satellites.

Sovereign AI vision chips and hardware-level security stack for electronic systems.

Deploy trusted enterprise Voice AI systems for regulated industries to drive sales and resolve customer issues.

Leading drone swarm technology and indigenous UAV solutions for defence and entertainment.

AI-driven brain connectomics platform for high-resolution functional mapping and precision neurosurgical decision support.

Material-integrated ceramic labels, tags, and markers surviving high-temperature industrial manufacturing processes.

Proprietary rare-earth-free motors (8kW–30kW) using indigenously sourceable materials, dual ARAI and ICAT certified.

Surgical intelligence platform enabling data-driven decisions during surgery via real-time anatomical measurement.

Hardware-optimized edge AI delivering real-time, multi-sensor intelligence across geospatial, defence, and industrial environments.

Industrial Vision AI platform enabling real-time safety, operational, and process monitoring using existing camera infrastructure.

AI-powered dental care brand combining smartphone-based diagnosis with standardized affordable clinic delivery.

Indigenous micro gas turbine engines and green hydrogen propulsion systems for aerospace and defense.

Full-stack space engineering company providing integrated satellite platforms, launch deployment, and ground station services.

Space domain awareness and satellite intelligence company dedicated to defending orbital assets.

3D cell stack battery architecture for ultra-safe, fast-charging, thermally stable lithium-ion cells.

Gamma-delta T-cell therapies from healthy donors with GMP-ready manufacturing infrastructure.

Indigenous heavy-lift UAV systems and robotic flight control hardware.

Miniaturized electro-optical and infrared payloads for drones and satellites.

India's first proprietary 5-axis CNC machining platform delivering micron-precision advanced manufacturing.

Rapid charging technology and battery management networks delivering full charge in under 15 minutes.

Indigenous full-stack marine robotics platform including ROVs, ASVs, AUVs and AI analytics.

Cell therapy platform for incurable, complex diseases affecting large patient populations.

Automated continuous fiber 3D printing and advanced composite manufacturing systems.

Precision fermentation and strain engineering platform removing petrochemical and animal dependency from industrial supply chains.

Multi-sensor satellite imagery and OptoSAR platforms for all-weather earth observation.

Fuel-agnostic jet propulsion and supercritical CO2 turbine systems optimized via digital twin design frameworks.

Indigenous Type IV high-pressure composite cylinders for 700-bar hydrogen and CNG storage applications.

Indigenous AI-enabled counter-drone systems for detecting, tracking, and neutralizing aerial threats.

Clinical genomics platform integrating proprietary NGS kits and AI bioinformatics for infectious disease diagnosis.

Vertically integrated, mission-critical UAV platforms for high-endurance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.

Indigenous BLDC motor and propulsion systems for UAVs, robotics, and space.

Clinical-stage biopharma company delivering affordable, next-gen CAR-T cell therapies through integrated in-house R&D.

First-in-class patented wool denim for all-weather, lightweight, biodegradable performance apparel.

Modular electrochemical wastewater treatment platform for compact, low-chemical, high-recovery industrial water reuse.

Physical AI platform combining machine vision, 3D imaging, and industrial robotics for real-time inspection.

AI-powered agricultural post-harvest grading, sorting, and zero-touch packing automation platform.

AI-enabled maternal, fetal and newborn monitoring platform for clinical risk detection across 1,000-day pregnancy & newborn care.

Iron-air battery platform for rare-earth-free, non-flammable, and cost-effective long-duration energy storage.

Full-stack water accounting infrastructure for continuous, auditable, and defensible water usage records.

AI-powered wearable neuromodulation and remote care platform for Parkinson’s gait rehabilitation and fall prevention.

Recycling of mineral-bearing waste streams and critical mineral refining platform at 99% battery-grade purity.

Green satellite propulsion architectures utilizing non-toxic, high-performance monopropellants.

Medically-licensed neuromodulation platform combining tES, EEG, and AI-guided therapy for brain health.

Precision rare earth magnet manufacturing platform for clean energy, mobility, and defence technology systems.

Licensable physical AI operating system and foundation models delivering social and emotional impact for children.

Patented many-core reconfigurable platform with on-demand domain-specific architectures.

Proprietary self-assembling nanocage platform enabling thermostable, multivalent vaccines for global pandemic preparedness.

Silicon-proven reconfigurable GNSS RFIC receiver platforms for global satellite navigation systems.

Indigenous turbojet engine platform (20–400+ kgf) for UAV and defence applications at 3–5× cost advantage over imported alternatives.

IP-led intraocular lens platform delivering patient-specific vision correction via customized aberration profiling.

Customized assistive mobility solutions and powered wheelchair attachments for persons with disabilities.

Power-efficient Edge AI SoCs enabling real-time on-device video analytics and sensor fusion without cloud dependency.

Advanced vestibular diagnostics and treatment for vertigo and dizziness.

Next-generation autonomous unmanned swarm systems and stratospheric aerospace platforms.

EEG-based BCI rehabilitation system enabling thought-controlled motor recovery for stroke and neuro-impaired patients.

AI-powered precision ag robots designed for sustainable, targeted spraying and intelligent crop protection.

Pioneer of an AI-powered, portable breast cancer detection test with no touch and no radiation.

Advanced and smart ICU devices engineered to international standards with clinical excellence in respiratory therapy.

Single-use bioreactor platforms enabling scalable, cGMP-compliant production of vaccines and cell therapies.

Advanced electro-optic surveillance platforms and long-range intelligent vision systems for border defense.

On-orbit satellite servicing and refuelling platform enabling adaptability, resilience, and mission success across space applications.

Building blocks of life – Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine for vision restoration and drug testing.

Robotic Physical AI architecture that is robust, explainable, and modular for industrial deployments.

AI-enabled, FDA-cleared cervical cancer screening and triage platform delivering risk assessment in under 60 seconds.

Transforming underwater inspections using next-gen marine robotics and AI-powered analytics dashboards.

Quantum security venture building integrated systems for key generation and distribution across space and terrestrial networks.

Integrated lithium-ion energy storage system with solar compatibility for homes and enterprises.

Full-stack quantum cybersecurity platform combining QKD, PQC, and QRNG for critical infrastructure.

Full-stack Quantum-AI company building Quantum Computers, Software Platforms, and industry-scale solutions.

Photonic Ising Machine delivering quantum-inspired optimization for complex combinatorial problems at enterprise scale.

Advanced floating solar PV platform for complex water bodies featuring proprietary anchoring and flotation systems.

AI-powered frontline diagnostic decision support, early detection, and emergency triage.

Develops and manufactures advanced aircraft systems with a research-driven, integrated, end-to-end approach.

Indigenous full-spectrum SDR platform bridging the critical FR3 frequency gap for 6G applications.

Autonomous surface and underwater vehicle platforms with sovereign AI autonomy stack for Indian Navy ISR and maritime defence operations.

Proprietary precision fermentation platform producing FOS, Brazzein, and Allulose for scalable food reformulation.

Geospatial data analytics and space intelligence platform transforming satellite imagery into decision intelligence.

Scalable, high-efficiency ocean biomass cultivation platform delivering non-land-competing bio-feedstocks.

Indigenous MEMS-based real-time seismic monitoring and early warning platform for infrastructure protection.

AI-powered automated microscopy and point-of-care diagnostics replacing manual microscopy in labs worldwide.

Robotic asset management and pipeline inspection solutions for water and sanitation infrastructure.

Proprietary biomanufacturing platform converting greenhouse gases into scalable ingredients across food, feed, and agriculture.

High-speed, cost-efficient industrial metal additive manufacturing producing parts in hours vs weeks.

Portable OCT platform enabling point-of-care retinal imaging across clinical, screening, and field settings.

Building large-scale compute and storage infrastructure in orbit, vertically integrating the design and development of nearly every component required for high-performance computing satellites

Tactical EO/IR optronics across land, naval, airborne, and missile platforms with thermal sights, gimballed payloads, and precision munition seekers.

Indigenous, compact, and energy-efficient axial flux motors and AI-powered controllers.

AI-powered Cardiac Intelligence Platform delivering real-time cardiac diagnosis and timely triage.

Patented 3D Quantum Cladding inorganic nano-coating for solar panels delivering energy gain and water reduction.

Advanced indigenously manufactured EV powertrains and high-performance motor solutions.

Patented Synergistic Lift eVTOL aircraft architecture for compact and efficient urban air mobility.

Software-defined vertical robotic sortation for next-gen warehouse logistics.

Modular CO2 capture and utilization technology converting industrial emissions into saleable carbonate products.

High-speed MFL inline inspection platform for real-time defect detection in oil & gas pipelines.

ML-embedded signal-chain ICs and semiconductor IPs enabling high-reliability, self-healing systems.

Materials science-based CDMO platform for engineered and technical textiles.

Carrier-grade Open RAN 5G/6G stack, field-deployed.

Ultrasonic waveguide-based multi-parameter sensing for harsh industrial environments up to 1450 °C.

Seaweed-derived natural polymer materials replacing synthetic plastics and PFAS coatings in everyday packaging.