Founded in 2021 by Aman Singla (Tech) and Divyansh Jain (Healthcare), Curelink is a Delhi NCR-based health-tech startup making post-consultation care seamless by using WhatsApp—India’s most widely used messaging app. With 2,500+ doctors onboarded, 500K+ patient messages/month, and support for 12+ Indian languages, Curelink boosts patient retention by 15–20% and reduces follow-up calls by 30%.

Biocon, founded in 1978 by Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw in Bangalore, is one of India’s pioneering biotech companies. Starting with just ₹10,000 in a garage, Kiran built Biocon into a global biopharma leader delivering affordable treatments for diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. With biosimilar drugs distributed in 120+ countries and partnerships with Delhi institutions like AIIMS, Biocon is a symbol of India’s biotech potential—blending innovation, impact, and accessibility.

Founded in 2015 by Dr. Jogin Desai, Dr. Rajani Battu, and Dr. Dhruv Sareen, Eyestem Research is a Bengaluru-based biotech firm developing affordable stem-cell therapies to reverse retinal blindness. Its lead candidate, ES-RPE001, is undergoing trials in collaboration with AIIMS Delhi, aiming for national rollout by 2028.

Bengaluru-based Bugworks Research, founded in 2014, is tackling antibiotic resistance with cutting-edge drug development. Led by Dr. Anand Anandkumar, the startup is creating new broad-spectrum antibiotics—some of the first in decades. Backed by global organizations like CARB-X and the Gates Foundation, Bugworks is putting India on the map in the fight against deadly superbugs.

Founded in 2015, MediBuddy is a Bangalore-based health-tech startup making quality healthcare accessible across India. Co-founded by Satish Kannan and Enbasekar Dinadayalane, the platform offers online doctor consultations, diagnostics, prescriptions, and insurance integration—all via one app. With over 30 million users, MediBuddy is bridging the urban-rural healthcare gap using AI and digital innovation.

Pandorum Technologies, a Bengaluru-based biotech startup founded in 2011, is pioneering 3D bioprinting to create human tissues like liver and cornea in labs—offering a game-changing solution to India’s severe organ donor shortage. With global recognition and applications in drug testing and regenerative medicine, it’s bringing futuristic healthcare closer to reality.

Practo, founded in 2008, revolutionized healthcare in India by offering a seamless digital platform for doctor bookings, teleconsultations, diagnostics, and medicine delivery. With over 30 million patient interactions annually, it especially transformed access in metro areas like Delhi NCR, making healthcare more accessible and efficient.

String Bio is a Bangalore-based biotech startup transforming methane emissions into high-value proteins and bio-chemicals. Founded in 2013, it pioneers sustainable, microbe-driven solutions to tackle climate change, support circular economy, and revolutionize green manufacturing in India and beyond.

Founded in 2015 by Gautam Chopra, Yash Sehgal, Abhishek Kumar, and Kunal Kinalekar, BeatO is a Delhi-based healthtech startup revolutionizing diabetes care with AI-driven tools, remote monitoring, and personalized plans—impacting over 1.5 million lives across India.

Tata 1mg – Founded by Prashant Tandon, Gaurav Agarwal, and Vikas Chauhan in 2015 (initially as HealthKartPlus in 2012), this Delhi-based digital health platform has revolutionized access to medicines, diagnostics, and doctor consultations—empowered further by Tata Digital’s majority acquisition in 2021.

Founded by Falguni Nayar in 2012, Nykaa revolutionized India’s beauty market with a digital-first, content-driven approach. It offered curated products, expert guidance, and later expanded into offline stores and private labels. Going public in 2021, Nykaa became a symbol of innovation, trust, and female-led entrepreneurial success in Indian e-commerce.

PhysicsWallah, founded by Alakh Pandey in 2016, began as free YouTube lectures and grew into India’s first bootstrapped EdTech unicorn by 2022. Focused on affordable, quality education for competitive exams, it empowered students from small towns through regional languages, offline centers, and accessible content, reshaping India’s learning landscape.

Sugar Cosmetics, founded in 2015 by Vineeta Singh and Kaushik Mukherjee, revolutionized Indian beauty with bold, cruelty-free products tailored for Indian skin tones. Known for edgy branding, strong online presence, and inclusive messaging, Sugar rapidly expanded through a hybrid retail model and influencer marketing, becoming a ₹500+ crore homegrown beauty powerhouse.

Mamaearth, founded in 2016 by Ghazal and Varun Alagh, emerged from a personal need for safe baby products. The brand focuses on toxin-free, plant-based skincare, haircare, and cosmetics. Initially a D2C brand, it expanded rapidly via e-commerce and retail. Known for its Ubtan range and sustainable practices like tree-planting per order, Mamaearth appeals to eco-conscious consumers. In 2021, it became one of India’s youngest beauty unicorns.

Founded in 2015, Treebo Hotels transformed India’s budget hospitality sector by offering standardized, affordable stays through a tech-driven, asset-light model. Partnering with independent hotels, Treebo ensured quality via its Super Brand Standards. With rapid expansion, strong investor backing, and customer-focused services, it became a trusted name for budget-conscious travelers.

Founded in 2013 by Ritesh Agarwal, OYO revolutionized India’s hospitality sector by standardizing budget hotels through a tech-enabled, asset-light model. Offering affordable, quality stays, OYO rapidly scaled across India and abroad. Despite pandemic setbacks, it adapted swiftly, emerging as a global hospitality brand focused on convenience, hygiene, and customer experience.

Khan Sir, a teacher from Bihar, revolutionized education with his humorous, relatable teaching style. Starting with a YouTube channel in 2019, he made complex concepts accessible for competitive exam aspirants. Through Khan GS Research Centre and his app, he offers affordable, high-quality education, empowering millions across India, especially in rural areas.

upGrad, founded in 2015 by Ronnie Screwvala, Mayank Kumar, and Phalgun Kompalli, focuses on upskilling working professionals through online degrees and certifications. With partnerships, career support, and industry-relevant programs, it empowers learners to pivot careers and grow. Today, it’s a global leader in lifelong, outcome-driven education.

Vedantu, founded in 2014 by four IIT alumni, revolutionized Indian EdTech with live, interactive online classes. Focusing on personalized, student-centric learning, it gained popularity for competitive and K-12 education. During the pandemic, it became a vital learning tool. Today, Vedantu continues innovating with AI tools and hybrid education models.

Unacademy, founded in 2015 by Gaurav Munjal, Roman Saini, and Hemesh Singh, democratized education through live online classes and expert educators. From a YouTube channel to a top EdTech brand, it empowers millions across India. With online and offline expansion, Unacademy continues redefining access to quality education nationwide.