Unicorn India Ventures

🎉 Happy New Year from Unicorn India Ventures! 🎉 As we step into 2025, we at UIV want to extend our heartfelt wishes for a year filled with growth, success, and boundless opportunities. 2024 has been an extraordinary year for us, marked by milestones that reflect the strength of India’s entrepreneurial spirit. From empowering innovative ventures to expanding our global footprint, we have been humbled by the trust and vision of founders, investors, and partners. This year has also reaffirmed our commitment to backing innovations and fostering growth in startups across India’s vibrant tier 2 and tier 3 cities—shaping a future where groundbreaking ideas emerge from every corner of the nation. As we turn the page to 2025, we remain steadfast in our mission to: 🚀 Fuel transformative ventures, 🌍 Create global opportunities for Indian startups, and 💡 Support visionary entrepreneurs who dream of redefining industries. Here’s to a year of collaboration, inspiration, and innovation! 🥂 ✨ Let’s make 2025 a year where we collectively push boundaries and create an enduring impact. ✨ Happy New Year 2025! 🎆 #NewYear #VentureCapital #Innovation #Startups #DeepTech Bhaskar Majumdar | Anil Joshi | Ratun Lahiri | Open Financial Technologies | Inc42 Media | Sascan Meditech Pvt. Ltd. | Piscium Health Sciences Pvt Ltd | Aurassure | Netrasemi | Fedo.ai | SectorQube | Daalchini - Smart Vending Machines | FutureCure Health | Gamerji | Qube Health | Genrobotics | Pelocal Fintech Private Limited | ForeignAdmits | Finsall Resources | StampMyVisa | Clootrack | VENTTUP | EyeROV (IROV TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED) | Fund Ourselves | Esmito | Vodex.ai | Isgoing Online | Runo | SEQURETEK | Olyv India (formerly SmartCoin) | Probus Smart Things Pvt. Ltd. | Hubler | Prof Dr Amarendra Sahoo | Praveen Dubey | Chhavi Dang | Rohan Picha | Rishabh Raj | Shreya Ganesh | Charmi Shah | Priya Singh

Partnership Announcement 📢 Pleased to partner with E-Cell, IIT Bombay to enhance India's startup ecosystem. As a venture partner, UIV is committed to identifying and supporting the most promising startups. At the Seed Stars Grand Finale, we looking forward to evaluating groundbreaking ideas and engaging with exceptional entrepreneurs. Register at: ecell.in/esummit/seedstars #UIVPartners #IndianStartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurs #SeedStars #Startups #esummit25

We are honored to have been a part of PRAVARTAN2024 - Startup Outreach Event, organized by NITRRFIE Raipur and SIDBI(Small Industries Development Bank of India). Rohan Picha, from the Investment Team represented Unicorn India Ventures on the esteemed panel of investors and judges. PRAVARTAN 2024 showcased the growing entrepreneurial ecosystem in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, with Raipur standing out as a hub of innovation and startup potential. The event featured insightful discussions on early-stage funding, dynamic startup pitching sessions evaluated by prominent investors, and powerful addresses from industry leaders. It reaffirmed Raipur's commitment to building a thriving startup culture and enabling entrepreneurs to reach new heights. Thank you to the incredible organizers, collaborators, and participants who made this event a resounding success: SIDBI(Small Industries Development Bank of India), Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, Startup India, DST-NIDHI-iTBI, NITRRFIE Raipur and NITRRFIE Raipur. Special appreciation goes to Vijay Kumar Singh, Anupam Srivastava, Suhani Kumar, CA Khushi Agrawal, Richa Bajpai, Rajiv Raghunandan, Dr. Samir Bajpai, Dr Anuj Kumar Shukla, Pawan Kataria, Abhijeet Sharmaa, Sunil Dewangan, and the many inspiring startups that participated. Events like PRAVARTAN 2024 are a testament to the transformative power of collaboration and innovation in shaping India's entrepreneurial future. Know more about the event here - https://lnkd.in/eCGB33-J Bhaskar Majumdar | Anil Joshi

Our Managing Partner, Anil Joshi, shares insights on how upGrad’s enterprise arm has rapidly become a growth engine for the company, with the potential to outpace its consumer segment. YourStory Media Amid the ongoing debate about B2B (business-to-business) and B2C (business-to-consumer) being two sides of the same coin, it’s clear that both are essential and complement each other seamlessly. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eCupcSYY #B2B #B2C #BusinessModel #Businesses #Enterprises #EdTech

We are thrilled to share that Mint has recognized us among the top 5 funds in terms of deal volume! The year 2024 has been a groundbreaking one for us, as we stand on the brink of closing our third Rs 1,000 crore fund. Over the past year, we have successfully raised significant capital, not only from India but also from international investors across Europe and the US. This milestone has further positioned India as a prime destination for private startup investments, opening doors for new global family offices to explore opportunities here. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is our steadfast focus on deep tech investments throughout the year. Additionally, we take immense pride in being among the few funds consistently backing startups from tier 2 and tier 3 cities. Thank you for being a part of our journey as we continue to support and shape the future of innovation in India. Bhaskar Majumdar | Anil Joshi | Ratun Lahiri | Prof Dr Amarendra Sahoo | Praveen Dubey | Chhavi Dang | Rohan Picha | Shreya Ganesh | Rishabh Raj #VC #VentureCapital #DeepTech #StartupIndia #StartupFunding #foreigninvestment #TechInvestments #FundingSuccess

🌟 Delighted to Partner with Netrasemi🌏 Edge AI chip startup Netrasemi raises Rs 10 crore in pre-Series A round. 1️⃣ Revolutionize the AI chip market: Leveraging the power of edge AI, NetraSemiconductor is at the forefront of innovation, driving advancements in the telecom and devices sector. The company’s domain-specific architecture (DSA), SoCs, AI development tools, flexible SDKs and platform reference designs help IoT product and solution makers to go to market with cost effective and power efficient advanced AI chipsets catering to their specific domains. 2️⃣ The Need & Growth of AI driven solutions: With the growing demand for AI-driven solutions, Netrasemi is poised to make a substantial impact. Its key target segments include surveillance, smart sensors, smart infrastructure, machine vision and industry 4.0, robotics, drones and autonomous vehicles, among others. 3️⃣ Scale Operations & Fuel Expansion: As NetraSemiconductor charts a course towards success, this funding round marks a significant milestone in its growth trajectory. The infusion of capital will fuel the company's expansion plans, enabling it to scale operations and solidify its position as a key player in the AI chip domain. We look forward to working with the Netrasemi team as they grow & make their mark in the AI chip market. 🚀💼 Read More: The Economic Times - https://lnkd.in/gGrUDQPC  moneycontrol.com - https://lnkd.in/gZPhp4fd Inc42 Media - https://lnkd.in/gYTqZw5B YourStory Media - https://lnkd.in/diBjXeTC Entrackr - https://lnkd.in/gAbf3bKv Anil Joshi, Bhaskar Majumdar, Ratun Lahiri | Jyothis Indirabhai | Deepa Geetha | Hariprasad C | Dr. Koshy P. Vaidyan | Sreejith Varma #BackedByUnicorn #AI #Tech #AIStartups #semiconductor #semiconductorstartups #startupecosystem #VCFirm #PreSeries #Funding

Our Founder & Managing Partner Bhaskar Majumdar shares his views with businessline on why Unicorn India Ventures invests heavily in intellectual property-led deep-tech ventures. Our managing partner highlights that UIV's current focus is on intellectual property-driven ventures and its ongoing third fund, which has a corpus of ₹1,000 crore, with ₹600 crore already raised. We primarily invest in early-stage companies, aiming to be the first institutional backer, with a significant portion of investments going into tier-2 and tier-3 cities. The investment horizon spans seven to eight years, with initial cheque sizes for Fund III ranging from ₹10-12 crore. We have achieved notable returns from the first fund, with a 3x return so far and a target of 6x. The exit strategy focuses on mergers and acquisitions of the businesses and secondary exits emphasizing the importance of a company's defensibility and strategic value. Read the full story here - https://lnkd.in/eT8irnp4 Anil Joshi | Ratun Lahiri | Chhavi Dang | Jyoti Banthia #VC #EarlyStageStartup #IndianStartupEcosystem #StartupEcosystem #VentureCapital #Investment #Funding

Our Managing Partner Anil Joshi shares his thoughts with DealStreetAsia on how SME IPOs are becoming a popular exit option for deeptech startups leaving traditional exit routes like mergers and acquisitions (M&A) behind. Future Implications for Deeptech Startups: - They must focus on unit economics, financial systems, and compliance to prepare for public markets - SME IPOs provide market-driven valuations and greater transparency. As companies scale, their value can increase, benefiting both founders and investors Read the full article here - https://lnkd.in/eSE3J3Cr Bhaskar Majumdar #SMEs #IPOs #Deeptech #DeeptechStartups #IndianStartupEcosystem #StartupEcosystem #Investment #VC

Kochi based IKIN Global, an IoT smart lock brand by SectorQube , has raised $1 million in a pre-Series A round led by Unicorn India Ventures and Callapina Capital. SectorQube’s brand Ikin Global has been growing over the last 12 months, giving the company a boost to enter international markets. Recognized by Forbes India in 2023 as one of the Select 200 companies with global potential, Ikin leverages AI and IoT to deliver GPS-enabled smart locks, AI-driven intrusion detection, and cloud-based dashboards. #BackedByUnicorn Funds raised will enhance the product line with AI-powered analytics, advanced sensor tech, and sector-specific solutions. In addition to the new launches Ikin will also be expanding its presence in India, US, and Europe for sales, marketing, operations, and support. The company also plans to increase its production capacity to streamline with growing demand coming from the logistics sector. Read more - Entrackr - https://lnkd.in/eFuagyNj BW Disrupt - https://lnkd.in/eviHytqZ YourStory Media - https://lnkd.in/eu9EHW9R businessline - https://lnkd.in/gbNaUsPx Indian Startup News - https://lnkd.in/dHMCQDKu Bhaskar Majumdar, Anil Joshi | Nibu Alias, Ani Abraham Joy, Biniyas Valiyaveettil, Sabarish P., Midhun Skaria, Arjun Sarath #IoT #SmartLocks #Innovation #AccessControl #Tech #Security #VC #Investment #FundRaising #IndianStartupEcosystem

We are proud to share that three startups from our portfolio have been featured in the prestigious Forbes India D Globalist.'s Select List of 200 Companies with exceptional global business potential. This recognition celebrates not just their innovative solutions but also highlights their visionary founders as true eXtrepreneurs—leaders who are redefining entrepreneurship by creating impactful solutions for the world. As they continue their journey to expand across international markets, we look forward to their contributions in strengthening the global eXtrepreneurial ecosystem. #BackedByUnicorn #Fintech #Saas #ConsumerTech #StartupFunding #StartupEcosystem #IndianStartupEcosystem #Forbes #DGlobalist #NEOBanking #Gaiming #AI #CRM Open Financial Technologies Gamerji Vodex.ai Know more - https://lnkd.in/gE2Y5S-p Bhaskar Majumdar, Anil Joshi | Mabel Chacko, Anish Achuthan, Ajeesh Achuthan, Deena Jacob | Soham Thacker | Kumar Saurav, Anshul Shrivastava