AI looming large as Indian startups rack up $10 billion in FY26
Funding in Indian startups fell 9% in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, when they raised $10.1 billion across 977 deals compared with $11.3 billion in FY25 across 1,020 deals, according to data shared by Venture Intelligence.
Artificial intelligence-led startups dominated investor interest, while consumer tech, fintech and healthcare continued to attract venture capital flows during the year. Experts said investments in AI would further accelerate over the next year.
