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Bengaluru startup ecosystem
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Startup Genome’s 2025 report ranks the Bengaluru-Karnataka region 14th globally, seven places above its 2024 position; this is a regional measure, not a city-proper ranking. The publisher attributes $38 billion in venture funding to the region over 2020–2024. [16448, 16449]
Bengaluru’s life-sciences institution C-CAMP describes itself as a DBT-supported research and innovation platform operating since 2009, and lists research platforms, startup seed-funding schemes, mentorship, and bio-incubation among its supports. Razorpay describes payment and money-management products for businesses and lists its headquarters in Adugodi, Bengaluru, as of October 2, 2026. [16453, 16452]
An IISc-hosted notice describes GEECI’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence program for entrepreneurs and early-stage startups working on gallium nitride technology, but gives no deadline, so current availability is unconfirmed. As of October 2, 2026, KDEM showed Karnataka Acceleration Network Cohort 2 underway and Cohort 3 applications closed; no open intake was evidenced. [16454, 16455]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Bengaluru ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Listed as | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | Bangalore | #10 | Down 2 | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) | GSER 2026 | Bengaluru-Karnataka | #15 | Down 1 | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent, Innovation |
 Global Innovation Index: Innovation Cluster Ranking (formerly Science and Technology Clusters) | 2026 | Bengaluru | #25 | Down 4 | B | Innovation, Research, Activity |
393 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Bengaluru
Investors 239
Investor
InvestorTailored software and website development services.
InvestorEmpowering students with practical skills for a brighter future.
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Accelerators 55
AcceleratorSocial Alpha is a nonprofit innovation curation and venture development platform based in Bangalore, India, focusing on supporting science and…
AcceleratorInvide Labs is a remote developers community and accelerator founded in 2016, focused on connecting emerging developers with tech companies. It…
AcceleratorTurbostart is a venture capital organization based in India that supports early-stage startups through funding, mentorship, and resources. It aims to…
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Incubators 51
IncubatorEmpowering entrepreneurs through innovative programs.
IncubatorIncubating agri-tech innovations for successful startups.
IncubatorBio-innovation hub for life sciences.
The 3 most prominent of 51. Browse all incubators
Venture studios 48
Venture studioDriving innovation through technology and venture creation.
Venture studioBuilding innovative technology companies.
Venture studioIncubating open-source startups for civil liberties.
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Universities in Bengaluru
UniversityListed in 2 rankings
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What the sources say about Bengaluru
KDEM showed Cohort 2 underway and Cohort 3 applications closed on October 2, 2026.
Source: Karnataka Acceleration NetworkAn IISc-hosted notice describes a GaN-focused EIR program; confirm availability with its operator because no deadline appears on the notice.
Source: Applications invited for GEECI EIR ProgrammeC-CAMP lists startup seed-funding, mentorship, and bio-incubation among its entrepreneurship supports.
Source: C-CAMP home pageC-CAMP describes itself as a DBT-supported life-sciences research and innovation platform operating since 2009.
Source: C-CAMP home pageRazorpay lists its headquarters in Adugodi, Bengaluru, and describes payment and money-management products for businesses.
Source: About UsStartup Genome attributes $38 billion in 2020–2024 venture funding to the Bengaluru-Karnataka region.
Source: The Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2025: Bengaluru-Karnataka’s Impressive Leap
Questions about Bengaluru
How does Bengaluru rank as a startup ecosystem?
Bengaluru is #10 of 1,473 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 3 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Bengaluru?
239 investors based in Bengaluru have a profile here, including Moneyview, OctaNet Services Pvt Ltd. and SmartED Innovations. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Bengaluru?
Yes. Bengaluru has 55 accelerators, 51 incubators and 48 venture studios on record, including Social Alpha, NSRCEL and Kadel Labs.
Which universities are in Bengaluru?
One university has a profile: Indian Institute of Management Bangalore.
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