India's Start-up Market

Key sectors such as FinTech, enterprise solutions, consumer services and quick commerce are booming, fueled by a young, tech-savvy population and a culture of rapid digital adoption.

According to Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI), India attracted around USD 12 billion in funding across nearly 1,000 deals in 2024, and projections for 2025 point to an even stronger capital inflow. Beyond the numbers, the country offers an extraordinary testbed for innovative business models and scaling strategies, making it a highly attractive partner for international collaboration.

Learn more about India’s start-up landscape in the GTAI Special Report.

As part of the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025, companies from North Rhine-Westphalia will have the opportunity to gain comprehensive insight into India's vibrant technology landscape from November 16 to 22, 2025. In addition to attending the summit, the program includes visits to startups and technology companies, as well as learning about accelerators and support programs. You can register for the delegation trip, organized by NRW.Global Business in cooperation with the Chambers of Industry and Commerce in Dortmund and Düsseldorf, via the registration link until September 30, 2025.

For Düsseldorf, strengthening ties with this vibrant ecosystem opens up opportunities for cross-border innovation, investment, and partnership. Accordingly, these topics will take center stage during the Future Tech Fest 2025 on September 11.

In the panel discussion entitled “India & Düsseldorf: Connecting Start-up Ecosystems for Global Impact,” representatives from Indian and German start-ups and start-up ecosystems will discuss how Düsseldorf and India can shape the future of innovation together. Further information can be found in the Future Tech Fest program.