inkedIn has released its Top Startups city lists, showcasing emerging companies gaining traction in five key cities across India. These data-backed rankings highlight startups growing rapidly at the local level, evaluated using the same metrics applied to the national India Top Startups list. The city-wise rankings bring forth diverse innovation stories spanning multiple industries and regions.
Mumbai: D2C Brands Lead the Charge
In Mumbai, direct-to-consumer (D2C) innovators like Pilgrim are standing out. Pilgrim has quickly gained popularity in the personal care and beauty segment by offering globally inspired products tailored to Indian consumers. Its focus on international beauty rituals combined with clean, effective ingredients has positioned it as a leader among new-age consumer brands.
Bengaluru: The Hub of Fintech and Quick Economy Startups
Bengaluru continues to dominate India’s startup landscape, particularly in fintech and quick commerce. CRED, one of the most notable startups from the city, has revolutionized the way users manage and pay their credit card bills through a unique rewards-based platform. Additionally, the city is nurturing several ultra-fast delivery and service platforms that are reshaping customer expectations for speed and convenience.
Hyderabad: Pioneering Space Tech Innovation
Hyderabad has emerged as a promising destination for tech-heavy ventures, especially in space technology. Skyroot Aerospace represents this trend as one of India’s leading private space tech firms. By working on cost-effective satellite launch vehicles, Skyroot is democratizing access to space and contributing to India’s growing presence in the global space race.
Localized Innovation Takes the Spotlight
LinkedIn’s city-specific startup rankings reflect the geographic and sectoral diversity of India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. With contributions from cities like Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, the lists reveal that innovation is thriving across both traditional metros and emerging hubs.
These rankings not only celebrate local progress but also offer insights into the future of India’s digital economy—one that is powered by young companies solving complex challenges with agility, creativity, and deep market understanding.
