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Indian startups raise over Rs 13,800 crore in Feb, AI funding grows

March 04, 2025

New Delhi, March 4

Indian startups raised a total of nearly Rs 13,800 crore ($1.65 billion) in February this year, a 19.5 per cent increase from nearly Rs 11,460 crore ($1.38 billion) in January, according to a new report.

The median valuation of these startups in February 2025 stood at Rs 61,216 crore ($83.2 billion).

Over the course of the 2024-25 financial year, Indian startups collectively raised Rs 21,062 crore ($25.4 billion) across 2,200 funding rounds.

Bengaluru, known as India's startup hub, secured the highest funding in February 2025, raising $353 million, according to data by Traxcn.

The median round size in Bengaluru was $2 million. Mumbai entrepreneurs also saw significant funding, with $102 million raised, but with a higher median round size of $5 million.

In terms of AI startup investments, India has seen a steady rise in funding over the years. The total funding for AI startups in India during 2024 reached $164.9 million, over 50 per cent up from $108.3 million in 2023.

 

 

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