Fundraising by Indian startups rebounded sharply to touch $4.76 billion in Q1 2026 from $3.65 billion in Q4 2025, powered by some high-value deals. Four megadeals in the quarter collectively mopped up $1.8 billion in funding, compared with $1.34 billion from seven such deals in the previous quarter. Software emerged as the top industry, while AI and machine learning pipped e-commerce to become the most funded vertical in Q1 2026. Download the report for exclusive data and insights on:
- Quarterly fundraising trends
- Top industries and verticals
- Top funding destinations
- Megadeal value and volume
- Most active investors



