India’s startup world is raising new hopes for women. Tech startups with female co-founders saw a staggering 12 percent increase in early-stage funding in 2025, even as overall funding declined marginally. The report released on Monday also confirmed a huge surge in acquisitions.
The report data shows that early-stage funding increased from $478 million to $533 million, although the number of deals decreased from 93 to 79. The number of acquisitions jumped from 12 to 33, a testament to the strong business model.
Total equity funding declined to $1 billion from $1.1 billion, with funding rounds down 29 percent to 405. Seed funding declined 24 percent, from $342 million to $261 million. A 35 percent reduction in late-stage funding raised $213 million.
The number of IPOs remained two. Bengaluru garnered $384 million (38 percent), Mumbai $112 million (11 percent).
This report shows that despite the challenges, women entrepreneurs are moving forward strongly. The pace of early funding and acquisitions bodes positive for the future.
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