Bengaluru's startup ecosystem has reached a remarkable valuation of $136 billion in 2024, showcasing its maturation and growth.

This significant rise has elevated Bengaluru to the status of a top-tier global startup hub, now ranking 14th in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2025, alongside major cities like Paris and Philadelphia.

A key driver of this growth was the surge in billion-dollar exits, including Swiggy's impressive $12 billion IPO, which marked the most significant exit in the region.

The Karnataka Digital Economy Mission reported substantial funding activities, including a notable $350 million raise by Zepto and $48 million in government investments for deep tech initiatives.

Deal activity in Bengaluru has also seen a year-over-year growth of 4%, with 114 deals facilitated by over 1,500 venture capital firms and 2,200 corporate investors.

Bengaluru's startup landscape is particularly strong in sectors like fintech, life sciences, and cleantech, bolstered by a dense talent pool and supportive infrastructure.

Karnataka's Minister of IT & BT, Priyank Kharge, emphasized that the report reflects a shift in global innovation dynamics, highlighting the rise of Asian and mid-sized hubs.

The ecosystem's growth can be attributed to high-value exits, a booming deep tech and AI sector, progressive policies, public investments, and a strong tech talent pool.

From 2020 to 2024, India secured $38 billion in total VC funding, demonstrating strong investor confidence despite global challenges.

Bengaluru's ascent in the global rankings is a testament to its evolving role as a hub for innovation and collaboration in technology and science.

The Global Startup Ecosystem Report, now in its 13th year, analyzed data from over five million companies across more than 350 cities, providing insights into innovation trends and investment flows.

In contrast, Pune has also made notable progress in the Emerging Ecosystems Ranking, moving from the 91-100 range in 2024 to the 41-50 range in 2025, following a billion-dollar exit from FirstCry.com.