Business EconomyPosted at: Sep 4 2025 6:55PM


Rising optimism among Indian deeptech founders despite funding challenges: Survey

Bengaluru, Sept 4 (UNI) A joint survey by TDK Ventures, a subsidiary of Japan’s TDK Corporation, and India-based early-stage investor Kae Capital reveals that 58% of Indian deeptech founders remain confident about raising their next funding round, despite over half (53%) reporting difficulties in accessing capital.
The finding signals rising optimism and a decisive growth phase for India’s deeptech ecosystem.
Titled Deeptech India 2025: Mapping the Next Frontier, the study captures insights from nearly 100 founders across high-growth sectors, including Energy Tech, Robotics, B2C Deeptech, AgriTech, Advanced Materials, Semiconductors, Space Tech, and Quantum Technology.
Key fundraising barriers identified in the survey include lack of investor understanding (45%), long gestation periods (19%), valuation mismatches (13%), and limited local venture capital (9%).
The survey also highlights challenges in domestic market adoption and talent availability. About 44% of founders believe local markets are ready for deeptech solutions, while 31% cited pricing mismatches and 31% noted difficulties in overseas expansion. On the talent front, 45% reported skill shortages, 22% high salary expectations, and 20% competition with multinational companies.
Infrastructure access remains uneven, with only 23% of respondents having full access to specialised labs and test facilities, 57% reporting partial access, and 20% none. However, supportive government policies are beginning to make an impact: 27% of founders cited tax incentives, 23% R&D support, and 12% public procurement opportunities as helpful measures.
Nicolas Sauvage, President of TDK Ventures, said, “India is on the verge of transformative growth in deeptech. By enabling pilots, validating technologies, and providing global perspectives, we aim to help innovators scale into world-class companies.”
Abhishek Srivastava, General Partner at Kae Capital, added, “Deeptech will be central to India’s resilience and global competitiveness. This survey highlights opportunities and gaps, guiding stronger capital participation and pathways to global markets.”
The report underscores that despite funding, talent, and infrastructure hurdles, India’s deeptech ecosystem is entering a decisive growth phase, driven by founder optimism, supportive policies, and targeted investments.
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