As 2026 approaches, a new wave of startups is redefining the future of artificial intelligence. From automation and analytics to chip design and cybersecurity, these emerging companies are showcasing the significance of AI in business.
These nine Indian startups, hailing from Bengaluru, Gurugram, and Kerala, to name a few, represent a new generation of AI-focused entrepreneurs poised to drive innovation in 2026.
Trupeer
Headquartered in Bengaluru, Trupeer is transforming content creation in the generative AI and MarketingTech sectors by turning screen recordings into polished, ready-to-publish videos and documentation. Their AI-driven solution generates scripts, voiceovers, and visuals, making it ideal for training, product demos, and sales enablement.
With funding support from Salesforce Ventures and Exfinity Partners, Trupeer has raised $3 million in funding as of July 2025, and is poised for growth under the leadership of co-founders Pritish Gupta and Shivali Goyal.
Maieutic Semiconductors
Maieutic Semiconductors, located in Bengaluru, is at the forefront of generative AI and semiconductor technology, creating an AI copilot for chip designers that automates essential tasks like trade-offs, debugging, and evaluation in Integrated Circuit (IC) design.
Founded by former Qualcomm and Broadcom engineers, it represents India’s first significant AI-for-EDA initiative. With a funding boost of $4.15 million in July 2025, the company is well-positioned for growth. The founding team includes Gireesh Rajendran (co-founder & CEO), Ashish Lachhwani (co-founder & CBO), Rakesh Kumar (co-founder & CPO), and Krishna Sankar M (co-founder & CTO).
Fenmo AI
Fenmo AI, based in Bengaluru, specialises in agentic AI within the FinTech sector, focusing on deploying autonomous finance agents for tasks such as invoice matching, reconciliation, and close management. Their innovative solution integrates seamlessly with existing ERPs, eliminating the need for new dashboards, thereby enhancing operational efficiency.
With a commitment to bringing explainability and automation to financial operations, Fenmo AI presents a compelling opportunity for enterprises looking to optimise their finance processes. The co-founders, Dhruv Goel (CEO) and Ajat Prabha (CTO), lead the charge in revolutionising financial workflows.
Othor AI
Othor AI operates at the intersection of agentic and generative AI, specialising in Business Intelligence (BI) through an innovative tool that transforms enterprise data into insightful narratives and forecasts. This platform serves as India’s response to the growing demand for narrative-driven BI solutions, akin to merging the capabilities of traditional analytics with the conversational prowess of ChatGPT, enabling decision-making for non-analysts.
Co-founded by Unni Krishnan Koroth (CEO) and Nekender Shekhawat (CTO), this venture is poised to revolutionise how organisations leverage data intelligence for strategic decision-making.
Revving.ai
Revving.ai, based in Gurugram, specialises in AI-native DevOps by automating cloud infrastructure and deployment through AI-driven inference pipelines seamlessly integrated with Kubernetes and CI/CD processes.
This innovative approach aims to simplify the adoption of generative models for enterprises by making “AI DevOps” a plug-and-play solution. Co-founded by Praseed P and Rajarajan Pudupatti Sundari J, Revving.ai is at the forefront of transforming the landscape of enterprise operations with its cutting-edge technology.
OneOrg.ai
Oneorg.ai, based in Ernakulam, is a standout player in the realm of generative AI and enterprise knowledge management. The company specialises in developing enterprise-grade large language models (LLMs) that are meticulously trained on internal data, enabling organisations to gain valuable cross-departmental insights and enhance competitive intelligence.
What sets OneOrg.ai apart is its focus on sector-specific models tailored for industries such as pharma, FMCG, and engineering, positioning it as one of India’s most knowledgeable AI startups. Founded and led by Vivek Slaria, OneOrg.ai is a company to watch for its innovative approach and strong domain expertise.
Ascimov
Ascimov, based in Kerala, is at the forefront of agentic AI and robotic process automation (RPA). The company specialises in developing invisible, autonomous AI assistants that seamlessly adapt to user behaviour, with initial applications focused on sales and operations automation.
Inspired by the visionary Isaac Asimov, Ascimov’s mission revolves around creating AI that operates discreetly in the background, enhancing productivity without disrupting workflows. Led by co-founder and CEO Andrews Paul, alongside co-founders Amal Shyjo (CPO), Ifsin Abdullah (CTO), and Mathew Varghese, the team is dedicated to transforming the way businesses harness AI technology.
Triagz
Triagz, based in Delhi, operates in the realm of AI-native cybersecurity, offering innovative AI-driven endpoint research tools tailored for security analysts. Their solutions significantly streamline the processes of threat detection and investigation, making it easier for analysts to navigate complex cybersecurity challenges.
Founded by a former Microsoft and SentinelOne professional, Triagz is on a mission to democratise advanced endpoint analysis, ensuring that organisations of all sizes can access cutting-edge cybersecurity resources. With Shubham Dubey at the helm, the company is poised to make a notable impact in the cybersecurity landscape.
MercuryAI
MercuryAI, based in Delhi, operates in the AI infrastructure domain by providing a unified API that facilitates seamless access and comparison of multiple LLMs. With a focus on security, integrated vector databases, and streamlined workflow integrations, the company aims to position itself as India’s premier “AI gateway layer,” simplifying the complexities of multi-model orchestration.
Founded and led by Lakshay Chauhan, MercuryAI is poised to make significant strides in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.
(Note: The startups featured in this list are not ranked in any particular order and the information has been sourced from Traxcn.)
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