In the fast-paced world of Indian startups, a new crop of innovative companies is making waves. These trailblazers are redefining industries, creating job opportunities, and contributing to the nation’s economic growth. Let’s take a closer look at the 20 top startups in India for the year, and don’t forget to join the conversation using #LinkedInTopStartups.
- Zepto: Quick Commerce for the Modern Shopper
- Headquarters: Mumbai, India
- Year Founded: 2021
- Essential Skills: Business Management, Data Science, Development Tools
- Notable Job Titles: Shop Manager, Business Operations Manager, Category Manager
- Core Functions: Operations, Engineering, Sales
- About: Zepto is revolutionizing quick commerce by delivering groceries and essentials across 10 Indian cities. This Mumbai-based startup made headlines by becoming India’s first unicorn of 2023 after securing a $200 million investment in August.
- BluSmart: Greening the Ride-Hailing Game
- Headquarters: Gurugram, India
- Year Founded: 2018
- Essential Skills: Development Tools, Business Management, Data Science
- Notable Job Titles: Software Engineer, Mobile Application Developer, Product Manager
- Core Functions: Engineering, Operations, Customer Success and Support
- About: BluSmart offers eco-friendly ride-hailing services in Delhi NCR and Bengaluru, boasting a 4,500-strong electric car fleet. Their ambitious plan includes expanding to 10,000 cars and building more electric chargers across India.
- Ditto Insurance: Empowering Informed Insurance Choices
- Headquarters: Bengaluru, India
- Year Founded: 2018
- Essential Skills: Communication, Business Management, Advertising
- Notable Job Titles: Insurance Advisor, Financial Advisor, Customer Service Quality Manager
- Core Functions: Sales, Business Development, Finance
- About: Ditto Insurance is an insurtech startup simplifying insurance shopping. They enable users to compare plans, understand policies, and purchase insurance through their online platform. The company is gearing up to hire hundreds of fresh talents in the coming year.
- Pocket FM: Your Audio Entertainment Hub
- Headquarters: Bengaluru, India
- Year Founded: 2018
- Essential Skills: Writing, Video, Advertising
- Notable Job Titles: Editor, Audio Engineer, Creative Director
- Core Functions: Media and Communication, Engineering, Marketing
- About: Pocket FM, an audio series platform offers diverse audio entertainment in various Indian languages. With over 100,000 hours of content, they’ve captured the hearts of 80 million listeners worldwide.
- Skyroot Aerospace: Pioneering India’s Space Ambitions
- Headquarters: Hyderabad, India
- Year Founded: 2018
- Essential Skills: Machining, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Operations
- Notable Job Titles: Propulsion Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
- Core Functions: Engineering, Quality Assurance, Operations
- About: Skyroot Aerospace, based in Hyderabad, specializes in designing futuristic space-launch vehicles. In 2022, they made history by becoming the first Indian private company to launch a rocket into space with their maiden mission, Prarambh.
- GoKwik: AI-Driven eCommerce Solutions
- Headquarters: New Delhi, India
- Year Founded: 2020
- Essential Skills: Development Tools, Data Science, Data Storage Technologies
- Notable Job Titles: Customer Experience Manager, Product Manager, Sales Manager
- Core Functions: Engineering, Customer Success and Support, Product Management
- About: GoKwik enhances customer experiences for eCommerce and D2C brands using data and technology-driven solutions. They tackle challenges like Return to Origin (RTO) using AI/ML technologies to democratize the shopping experience.
- Fi: Financial Freedom at Your Fingertips
- Headquarters: Bengaluru, India
- Year Founded: 2019
- Essential Skills: Development Tools, Data Science, Web Development, Data Storage Technologies, Leadership
- Notable Job Titles: Product Manager, Risk Analyst, Back End Developer
- Core Functions: Engineering, Finance, Operations
- About: Fi is a financial app with a built-in savings account, offering mutual fund investment options and other financial services, including personal loans in partnership with regulated entities. They seek backend engineers, DevOps experts, and other talented professionals.
- Sprinto: Safeguarding Software-as-a-Service Compliance
- Headquarters: Bengaluru, India
- Year Founded: 2019
- Essential Skills: Business Management, Sales Operations, Development Tools
- Notable Job Titles: Full Stack Engineer, Customer Experience Manager, Product Manager
- Core Functions: Engineering, Sales, Marketing
- About: Sprinto automates Information Security compliances and privacy laws for SaaS companies, offering risk and control monitoring. They already support over 15 submissions.
- Supersourcing: Connecting Businesses with Top Remote Talent
- Headquarters: Indore, India
- Year Founded: 2020
- Essential Skills: Business Management, Development Tools, Web Development
- Notable Job Titles: Software Engineer, Account Manager, Product Manager
- Core Functions: Engineering, Human Resources, Sales
- About: Supersourcing, a B2B AI-enabled platform, connects businesses with pre-vetted remote engineers. They cater to medium-sized businesses, enterprises, and startups, with plans to hire over 200 freshers in the upcoming year.
- GrowthSchool: Nurturing Personal and Professional Growth
- Headquarters: Bengaluru, India
- Year Founded: 2021
- Key Skills: Communication, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design
- Notable Job Titles: Marketing Analyst, User Experience Researcher, User Experience Designer
- Core Functions: Marketing, Arts and Design, Information Technology
- About: GrowthSchool collaborates with instructors to offer cohort-based personal and professional growth courses. Their focus areas include marketing, design, and business. The following year, they plan to onboard 70-80 fresh talents.
