New Delhi: Global chipmaker Nvidia has partnered with Indian and US investors to back India’s deep-tech sector. The India Deep Tech Alliance announced $850 million in new capital commitments November 5, 2025.
The India Deep Tech Alliance, launched in September with a $1 billion fund, supports startups in advanced sectors. It focuses on semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and space technology.
Recently, the alliance announced over $850 million in new commitments, bringing in investors like Qualcomm Ventures, Activate AI, InfoEdge Ventures, Chirate Ventures, and Kalaari Capital. This expansion strengthens the funding network for emerging deep-tech startups.
As a founding member, Nvidia provides technical guidance, training, and policy support. Consequently, Indian startups can integrate Nvidia’s AI and computing tools into their research and products.
The initiative addresses funding challenges that deep-tech startups face due to long research cycles and uncertain profitability. Unlike consumer startups, deep-tech ventures need sustained investment and patience to commercialize innovations.
Moreover, the funding announcement follows the Indian government’s recent $12 billion plan to boost research and development. Together, these steps reflect India’s shift toward becoming a manufacturing and innovation hub.
According to Nasscom, deep-tech startups in India raised $1.6 billion in 2023, up 78% from 2022. However, this remains only a fifth of total startup funding, highlighting a persistent gap compared to other sectors.
Earlier this year, a minister urged startups to emulate China by focusing on advanced technologies rather than consumer services. Although some entrepreneurs criticized this view, global and government support signals a stronger emphasis on high-end innovation.
Therefore, India’s startup ecosystem is gradually evolving, with long-term investments and technical collaboration becoming crucial. This trend promises more opportunities for deep-tech ventures to grow sustainably.