Hyderabad has 271 startups in our sample database. This represents about 7% of India’s startups. Hyderabad is the 5th best startup ecosystem in India.
In 2023, the startup scene of Hyderabad shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 8 spots.
Nestled in the vibrant South of India, Hyderabad has long been renowned for its sumptuous biryani, exquisite pearls, and rich heritage. However, a new star has risen on the horizon, as the city finds itself at the epicenter of an entrepreneurial renaissance in recent times.
Hyderabad’s startup scene is full of great opportunities. Mentors are there to help you, and friendly angel investors are ready to support you. The city hosts lots of startup events and festivals that teach you important things. There are also cool coworking spaces where you can work alongside other motivated people who want to see you succeed.
Hyderabad stands as a compelling destination for launching your startup for several compelling reasons. Enriched by a cosmopolitan culture, it stands tall alongside Bengaluru as a prime IT hub of India, exuding a welcoming aura to diverse talents from across the globe.
Distinguished by its remarkably affordable real estate, Hyderabad offers lower establishment costs compared to other prominent global cities, a boon for startups seeking optimal financial efficiency. The thriving startup ecosystem teems with vibrant coworking spaces, accelerators, and entrepreneur programs, making it an undeniable advantage to be at the heart of this dynamic and innovative storm.
As we explore Hyderabad’s lively startup ecosystem, we discovered impressive success stories that showcase the city’s strong spirit of innovation. PaySwiff is India’s leading omni channel transactions solution provider to small, medium and large enterprises. It offers SME merchants a platform that includes technology & financial solutions to manage their business, enable growth & increase footfalls.
Darwinbox, a unicorn emerging from the heart of this ecosystem, is an end-to-end enterprise HR software that enables enterprises to automate entire employee lifecycle in one HR platform. Their SaaS platform engages and empowers employees across the entire lifecycle (hire-to-retire) with a smarter, simpler & mobile-first HR Tech experience powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).
Beyond its business allure, Hyderabad boasts an enriching tapestry of culinary delights, cultural treasures, and heritage wonders. The warmth and friendliness of its people infuse your entrepreneurial journey with an indelible touch, making Hyderabad not only a strategic business destination but also a place where unforgettable memories are forged.
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The health check tables allow you to look at the performance Hyderabad has in each of the parameters that are part of StartupBlink's ranking algorithm. There are five tables, corresponding to the three subscores, the subscore analysis and industry ana...
Hyderabad is ranked within the top 100 startup ecosystems globally.
Hyderabad’s startups excel particularly in Edtech where it ranks 36 and in Marketing & Sales, and Transportation. Find out more
2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
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1st 0 | 8th 0 | 64.232 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 13th 0 | 44.560 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 25th - 8 | 30.154 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 78th + 12 | 8.482 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th 0 | 89th + 8 | 7.946 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
6th 0 | 102nd 0 | 7.118 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
7th 0 | 181st + 31 | 3.449 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
8th 0 | 195th + 28 | 3.020 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
9th 0 | 239th + 28 | 2.049 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
10th + 2 | 371st - 7 | 0.930 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Within Hyderabad there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Edtech, Marketing & Sales, Transportation. These three industries represent about 20% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Hyderabad.
Hyderabad is India's 5th best startup ecosystem and is ranked 5th in South Asia. With a population of 2M - 10M people, Hyderabad is ranked 89th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Neemans.
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