Sector Briefing · India
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India’s other deep-tech category forms a large and eclectic frontier, absorbing startups that span hardware-software convergence, embedded systems, and applied AI outside the dominant sector silos. Teams are tackling operational problems in human resource management, educational technology, packaging, furniture hardware, and container closures, drawing on a broad toolkit of microcontrollers, AI-based imaging, ultrasonic sensing, locking mechanisms, and wireless communication. The substantial patent activity and significant foreign filer presence signal a globally contested space where India is building a distributed base of defensible, component-level innovation.
India has 2,169 other startups mapped; 9,662 patent applications analysed, of which 3,331 are granted; 1,355 foreign filers are active in the sector.
- Startups:
- 2,169
- Patents:
- 9,662
- Granted:
- 3,331
- Foreign share:
- 26%
- Inventors:
- 23,647
- In opposition window:
- 318
Why this page exists — and how to read it
A one-page brief of this sector: its filing trend, the problems being worked on, the technologies in play, who files most, foreign interest, and a sample of the startups we've mapped to it. Each panel is a door — most drill into a fuller view.
- Investors
- Read the trend and foreign share first — momentum plus outside interest — then scan the roster for patent-backed startups.
- Founders & operators
- The problems list is a whitespace map: crowded themes are validated demand, thin ones are open ground.
- Corporate & R&D
- Top filers and technologies show who to benchmark and where the sector is consolidating.
- Policy & TTO
- The domestic-vs-foreign filing split signals where Indian players lead — and where outside applicants dominate.
2,169
Startups
9,662
Patents
3,331
Granted
1,355
Foreign filers
23,647
Inventors
Who's filing
Indian companies lead — institutes & foreign kept separate
- MR J LOGESHWARANIN · 52
- DR V KANNANIN · 48
- LG ELECTRONICS INC.IN · 34
- PANASONIC LIFE SOLUTIONS INDIAIN · 26
- ZHEJIANG SUNNY OPTICAL CO., LTDIN · 24
- SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.IN · 22
Educational institutes (6) — ranked by grant rate (share of filings granted, sample-adjusted), not filing volume
- Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation17 of 17 granted
- INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR6 of 6 granted
- COUNCIL OF SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH6 of 8 granted
- INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MADRAS IIT MADRAS5 of 7 granted
- AMITY UNIVERSITY6 of 11 granted
- SRM INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY6 of 11 granted
Foreign applicants — 26% of filings
- PAUL HETTICH KGDE · 59
- CANONJP · 47
- UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOSUS · 46
- LG ELECTRONICSKR · 40
- SAMSUNG ELECTRONICSKR · 35
- ZHEJIANG SUNNY OPTICSCN · 32
Filing trend
Chart starts at 2022 — earlier years reflect granted-only survivorship, not full filing volume.
View data
| Year | Domestic | Foreign | Granted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 701 | 531 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1187 | 584 | 25 |
| 2024 | 1095 | 586 | 1220 |
| 2025 | 909 | 575 | 239 |
| 2026 | 315 | 164 | 228 |
Capital in this sector
Web-sourced funding across the deep-tech startups we track — a snapshot, not a time series
136
Funded startups
~$361.6M
Total raised
~$1.6M
Median raise
4 / 3
Series A / B+
Notable funded startups
- Sakthi Aircraft IndustryOther · ~$90.4M
- IntanglesSeries B · ~$30M
- AcutronicSeries B · ~$25M
- String BioSeries B · ~$24.4M
- QLessSeries A · ~$19M
- CynLrSeries A · ~$15.2M
- EcoProcess SolutionSeries A · ~$12.0M
- PerfitSeed · ~$11M
72 raised at seed / pre-Series A. Company details, funding, stage, investors and brand names here are AI-matched to public web sources — not human-verified. Coverage is incomplete and some records may be matched to the wrong company. Treat as a directional starting point, verify before relying on any figure, and note the platform takes no responsibility for errors.
Problems being solved
Patents mapped · click to see the filers
| Label | Patents |
|---|---|
| human resource management | 501% |
| educational technology | 350% |
| packaging | 340% |
| furniture hardware | 330% |
| container closures | 210% |
| educational methodology | 200% |
| furniture | 190% |
| sports equipment | 190% |
| hand tools | 180% |
| mechanical fasteners | 180% |
| human resources management | 160% |
| writing instruments | 140% |
| educational tools | 140% |
| educational methods | 140% |
| cleaning tools | 140% |
| plumbing fixtures | 130% |
| electrical connectors | 130% |
| furniture design | 120% |
| education | 110% |
| stationery | 110% |
| cleaning equipment | 110% |
| musical instruments | 110% |
| literary analysis | 110% |
| textile design | 100% |
| kitchen utensils | 100% |
| convertible furniture | 100% |
| optical lens design | 100% |
| amusement rides | 100% |
| fasteners | 100% |
| textile machinery | 100% |
Technologies in play
Patents mapped
| Label | Patents |
|---|---|
| microcontroller | 2222% |
| ai-based imaging | 1942% |
| microcontroller control | 1642% |
| ultrasonic sensor | 941% |
| locking mechanism | 811% |
| wireless communication | 801% |
| holographic projection | 761% |
| pneumatic actuation | 721% |
| survey methodology | 631% |
| touch interactive display | 631% |
| voice control | 621% |
| ultrasonic sensing | 591% |
| machine learning | 531% |
| telescopic rods | 491% |
| pressure sensor | 480% |
| weight sensor | 470% |
| artificial intelligence | 470% |
| temperature sensor | 440% |
| injection molding | 430% |
| moisture sensor | 400% |
| touch display | 390% |
| statistical analysis | 380% |
| led lighting | 380% |
| motorized iris lid | 340% |
| ergonomic design | 330% |
| artificial intelligence imaging | 320% |
| ergonomic handle design | 320% |
| motorized rollers | 310% |
| motorized hinges | 310% |
| sliding mechanism | 300% |
Problems and technologies are grouped from each patent's text by AI, so treat the buckets as a map of what the sector works on — not an exact count. Open a bucket to see the filings behind it.
Where startups are mapped
| State | Startups mapped |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 378 |
| Karnataka | 261 |
| Gujarat | 232 |
| Tamil Nadu | 214 |
| Delhi | 174 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 167 |
| Telangana | 141 |
| Haryana | 91 |
| Kerala | 79 |
| Rajasthan | 56 |
| West Bengal | 56 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 50 |
Startups · 15 of 2,169
Classified into Otherby their primary technology focus (shown under each name). IP chips count a company's total matched patents, designs and trademarks — across all sectors.
SPACEFIELDS PRIVATE LIMITED
Aeronautics Aerospace & Defence
We build next generation rockets to stimulate commercialization, democratization and exploration of space. Through our integrated suite of products and services, we aim to minimize the barriers to entry, for emerging Small Satellites as well as humankind in general, to access and
Bengaluru Urban
FUNKRAFTE INVENTOBOX PRIVATE LIMITED
Education
Hi... This is Vignesh Iyer and Chandni Niranjan, the founders of Poucheo!We would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to a revolutionary new product that is 100% MADE WITH PAPER and is also WATERPROOF at the same time! Don't believe us? Check out our products at www.
Mumbai Suburban
Versa Drives Private Limited
Others
Versa Drives Private Limited is a technology company in Coimbatore that specializes in motor control. These motor control products have applications ranging from Elevators, EVs to drones, solar pumps, Textile machines to fitness equipment. The years of continuous innovation and e
Coimbatore
String Bio Private Limited
Social Impact
String Bio is the only Asian company developing solutions for methane bioconversion. Our core platform, String Integrated Methane Platform (SIMP), leverages, fermentation and chemical engineering to convert methane into a variety of products using an efficient bioconversion proce
Bengaluru
RAAF INNOVATION PRIVATE LIMITED
Design
RAaF innovation pvt. ltd. is a small scale manufacturing company.the company deals with innovation of patentable products in the field of education and domestic use and sell it to manufacturer.
Satara
MIT SQUARE SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
Professional & Commercial Services
MIT Square focuses heavily on incubation, innovation and intellectual property rights. We have published several technological articles in the International Forum and we are keen to turn some of the ideas into products based on the community requirement.
Bengaluru Urban
Newndra Innovations Private Limited
emerging technology
Yet to be defined.
Jaipur
ENERMORE TECHNOLOGIES LLP
Design
We excel in designing and developing innovative solutions for Engineering applications for Electronics, Data Center Applications, Electrical Products, Energy Saving products and Green Technologies in functional as well as Aesthetic areas.
Kolhapur
Etico Lifesciences Private Limited
life sciences
Yet to be defined.
Hyderabad
SUPRAMECH MANUFACTURERS LLP
Design
We at SupraMech Manufacturers LLP provide innovative machine manufacturing solutions. We at Supramech Manuafcturers LLP are currently working on novel operating mechanism for Heavy Drill Machine. Unlike other market available heavy drill machine which operate on gear system for v
Aurangabad
DANRA LLP
Others
The company is into manufacture of hygiene products which are to be used in homes and offices.The aim is to produce hygiene products which can be used frequently and regularly due to the highly affordable economical price .The usage of organic raw materials in the manufacture of
Mumbai Suburban
FOND SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
Pets & Animals
Fond solutions is essentially an IOT based pet wellness company. Pets are a part of the family and always being there for your pet is one of the primary concerns for the owner. We use tech to better both the pet and the pet parent's life. Our products include a smart collar and
Bengaluru Urban
COSMIC STRING ENTERPRISE LLP
Retail
Heartily is committed in designing and manufacturing small furniture products with ace quality. We are focusing on Innovative products that has simple DIY assembly that will also add joy of creation.
Navi Mumbai
Cosmic String Enterprise LLP
Retail
Navi Mumbai
NEXOVATE INNOVATIONS LLP
Design
Revolutionizing the beverage industry with a environmentally sustainable edible straw. The straw remains durable and dynamically absorbs the beverage's flavor, enhancing consumer experience. It Addresses the massive global markets for sustainable packaging and food service with a
Bhilai Nagar
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