How to Open a Company in India - Complete Guide

Partnership vs LLP

Why Choose LLP Instead of a Partnership Firm?

• Limited Liability: Unlike partnership firms, LLPs protect the personal assets of partners.
• Separate Legal Identity: An LLP can own property, sue, and be sued in its own name.
• Ease of Ownership Transfer: Ownership and management can be easily transferred.
• Tax Benefits: LLPs are taxed as partnerships but enjoy exemption from dividend distribution tax (DDT).
• Investor Friendly: LLPs are seen as more credible and structured by banks and investors.
• Perpetual Existence: Business continuity is not affected by partner exit or death.

Requirements for Converting a Partnership Firm into an LLP

1. The partnership firm must be registered under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932.
2. All partners must consent to the conversion.
3. There should be no security interest (like a charge) on firm assets at the time of conversion.
4. All partners of the firm must become partners of the LLP.
5. Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) and Director Identification Numbers (DIN) for designated partners are mandatory.
6. The firm must comply with all necessary clearances and approvals (if any) before the conversion.

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How do you convert a partnership firm into an LLP?

Here’s the step-by-step process:

Step 1: Obtain DSC & DIN

At least two designated partners need DSCs, which can be applied for in the FiLLiP form.

Step 2: Name Reservation (RUN–LLP)

To reserve the name, file the “Reserve Unique Name–LLP” (RUN–LLP) form with the MCA. It should ideally be the same as the partnership firm’s name.

Step 3: File Form FiLLiP

File Form FiLLiP (Form for Incorporation of LLP) with all partner details, registered address, and capital structure. This form can also be used to apply for DIN.

Step 4: File LLP Form 17 (Conversion Form)

This is the key form for conversion. It must be filed with all supporting documents (listed below) and submitted to the MCA.

Step 5: File LLP Form 2

Submit the incorporation document and subscriber details, including the proposed LLP Agreement.

Step 6: Certificate of Incorporation

Once all forms are verified and approved, the Registrar of Companies (RoC) will issue a Certificate of Incorporation for the LLP.

Documents to be Filed

• Copy of the partnership deed
• Statement of assets and liabilities (certified by a CA)
• Latest Income Tax Return acknowledgement
• Consent letters from all partners
• NOC from creditors, if applicable
• Proof of registered office (rent agreement + utility bill)
• Identity and address proof of all partners
• Copy of resolution (if applicable)
• LLP Agreement (after incorporation)

Registration

Registration is completed once the Certificate of Incorporation is issued by the RoC under the LLP Act, 2008. This certificate legally establishes the LLP as a distinct entity.

The firm must also:

• Apply for PAN & TAN in the LLP’s name.
• Update bank accounts and register under GST, Shops & Establishment, etc.
• File Form 3 with the MCA within 30 days to register the LLP Agreement.

Post-registration:

• The original partnership firm is deemed dissolved.
• All assets, liabilities, obligations, and rights of the firm get transferred to the LLP.
• All contracts and agreements entered into by the partnership firm are considered valid under the LLP.
• Business continuity is maintained under the new structure.

Partners' Liability Before Conversion

It’s important to note:

• Partners remain personally liable for all firm obligations and liabilities incurred before conversion.
• The LLP is not discharged from any previous liability just because of the conversion.
  
  
• Creditors can enforce pre-conversion obligations against the LLP or partners individually, depending on the terms.

LLP Form No. 17

LLP Form 17 is an important conversion form to be submitted during the process. It includes:

• Declaration by partners
• Statement of assets and liabilities
• Consent of all partners
• Details of all secured creditors and their NOC
• Copy of the latest ITR
• Copy of the partnership deed

The form must be digitally signed and submitted with a prescribed fee.

Part A: Application

• Name and registration details of the existing firm
• Proposed name of the LLP
• Details of all partners (name, PAN, address)
• Statement of consent from partners
• Statement of financial position of the firm

Part B: Statement

• Statement confirming that the partners will be part of the LLP
• Declaration that all regulatory and tax obligations have been complied with
• Acknowledgement of previous liabilities

Attachments

• Consent letters from all partners
• NOC from creditors
• Copy of PAN and Aadhaar of partners
• Copy of the partnership deed
• Digital signatures of partners
• Latest IT return
• Rental agreement and utility bill for registered office
• LLP Agreement (to be filed within 30 days of incorporation)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Company is a Separate Legal Entity

A company is recognised as a separate legal entity, distinct from its shareholders. Even if it is fully owned by a single person or a group, the company maintains its independent status. This distinction ensures the company can continue existing regardless of changes in ownership.

However, while a company has legal recognition, it is not considered a citizen and cannot claim fundamental rights granted to individuals.

Example

Suppose John and Mary start a bakery and register it as a private limited company (e.g., "Sweet Treats Pvt. Ltd."). The company can enter into contracts, own property, and sue or be sued in its own name. If the company faces a lawsuit, John and Mary’s personal assets are protected, and only the company’s assets are at risk

Corporate Taxation

As a separate legal entity, a company is taxed independently from its owners. Corporate tax rates vary based on the type of company, its turnover, and prevailing tax laws. This separation ensures that individual shareholders are not personally liable for the company's tax obligations, reinforcing financial security and stability.

Example

Tech Innovators Pvt. Ltd." earns ₹2 crores in a financial year. The company pays corporate tax at the applicable rate (e.g., 25% for companies with turnover up to ₹400 crore), separate from the personal income tax liabilities of its shareholders. The shareholders are not personally liable for the company’s tax dues.

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Limited Liability

Limited liability protects shareholders by restricting their financial responsibility to the amount they have invested in the company. This means that even if the company faces financial losses or legal claims, the personal assets of shareholders remain secure. This feature makes private limited companies an attractive option for entrepreneurs and investors.

Example

If "Green Energy Pvt. Ltd." takes a loan and fails to repay it, the shareholders are only liable up to the amount unpaid on their shares. Their personal assets, such as their homes or personal savings, cannot be used to settle the company’s debts.

Company has Transferability of Shares

Shares in a company can be transferred freely unless restricted by the company's articles of association. This feature enhances liquidity, allowing investors to buy or sell shares easily.

While shares of public companies are freely transferable, private companies may impose certain restrictions on share transfers to maintain control over ownership.

Example

A shareholder in "Family Foods Pvt. Ltd." wants to transfer shares to her son. She can do so, provided the company’s Articles of Association allow it and the required approvals are obtained. This enables her to pass on ownership without affecting the company’s existence.

Company is a Juristic Person

Under the Companies Act, a company is considered a juristic person, meaning it has legal rights and obligations similar to a natural person. However, an authorised individual must represent it in legal matters, usually a Board of Directors or a specifically empowered Director.

While a company can file lawsuits, it cannot take an oath or serve as a witness in court, as these actions require a natural person.

Example

"Urban Developers Pvt. Ltd." can purchase land, enter into contracts, and hire employees in its own name. It is treated as a legal person, distinct from its shareholders, and can enforce its rights in court through an authorized representative.

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Company has Perpetual Succession

A company's existence is independent of changes in ownership or shareholder status. Even if a majority shareholder (owning 99.99% of shares) passes away, the company continues to operate until it is formally wound up. This ensures stability and continuity in business operations.

Example

"Dabur India Ltd." was incorporated in 1884 and has continued to exist and operate despite changes in ownership, management, or the death of shareholders. The company’s existence is not affected by such changes and continues until it is formally dissolved

Common Seal (If Applicable)

A common seal acts as the official signature of the company, used to authenticate important documents like contracts and deeds. While the Companies Act of 2013 has made it optional for private companies, some organisations still choose to adopt it for added authenticity and formal recognition.

Example

"Metro Pvt. Ltd." adopts a common seal as its official signature. When signing a property purchase agreement, the document is stamped with the company’s common seal, signifying its authenticity and approval by the board of directors. While optional, some companies still use it for formal documents

Decree Against Company & Corporate Veil

A company is generally not liable for an employee's wrongful acts unless they occur within the scope of employment. For liability to arise, the wrongful act must be directly linked to business operations rather than simply occurring during work hours.

The "corporate veil" protects shareholders from personal liability, but courts can lift this veil in cases of fraud or misconduct.

Example

An employee of "RapidMove Logistics Pvt. Ltd." causes damage to a client’s goods while making a delivery as part of his job. The client sues the company, not the employee personally. However, if the directors used the company to commit fraud, the court could hold them personally liable by lifting the corporate veil.

Company can Own Property

A company, as a separate legal entity, can own property in its name, and its assets are distinct from those of its members. Members do not have direct ownership over company assets but may have a right to claim remaining assets after the company is wound up.

Example

"TechHive Innovations Pvt. Ltd." purchases office equipment and furniture. These assets are owned by the company itself, not by any individual shareholder or director. If a shareholder leaves, the equipment still belongs to the company.

Company can be Trustee

A company can act as a trustee if its Memorandum of Association (MoA) permits it. The objects clause in the MoA defines the company's ability to function as a trustee. Companies often act as trustees in managing trusts, employee benefit funds, or asset management services, ensuring structured administration of assets.

Example

"SecureTrust Pvt. Ltd." is appointed as the trustee to manage a scholarship fund for underprivileged students. The company manages the fund’s assets and disburses scholarships according to the trust’s rules.

Capacity to Sue and Be Sued

As a separate legal entity, a company has the right to initiate legal proceedings and can also be sued in its own name. This ensures accountability and allows the company to protect its rights, enforce contracts, and address disputes independently of its owners or directors.

Example

"PureWater Solutions Pvt. Ltd." discovers that a supplier has delivered defective water filters. The company files a lawsuit against the supplier in its own name. Similarly, if the company fails to pay its rent, the landlord can sue the company directly.

Importance of Understanding Company Features

Understanding these features is crucial for ensuring legal compliance and making informed business decisions. It helps entrepreneurs, investors, and stakeholders navigate corporate operations effectively while minimising risks. Recognising the legal and financial implications of these features enables better decision-making in establishing and managing a company.

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The 100 Rizing Stars of 2025

Below are the 100 startups recognised as Rizing Stars 2025.

• Affluense AI: An AI-powered platform that helps businesses discover and engage HNI & UHNI individuals with real-time, 360° profiles.
• Alchemyst AI: Alchemyst AI is a context engine that provides AI applications with persistent memory, business data, and operational context so agents remain accurate, reliable, and production-ready. It is a standalone context layer that can be integrated into the stack through our APIs, SDKs and MCPs.
• Amyra Farms: Amyra Farms is a Farm-to-Table company dedicated to growing and processing high-quality Coffee, Pepper, and Vanilla.
• Ambitio: AI Copilot for Higher Education Abroad. Ambitio's AI platform assists in the complete study abroad journey, right from program selection to crafting your application and getting those dream admits.
• Amrutam: Amrutam is a global Ayurvedic lifestyle brand on a mission to make Ayurveda accessible, authentic, and contemporary. Rooted in ancient wisdom and backed by modern science, they create holistic solutions for health, wellness, and beauty.
• Avasar: Avasar is a micro-task platform that helps individuals in Tier 2/3/4 India earn income through simple, smartphone-based tasks like referrals, surveys, promotions & gigs.

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• BabyAmore: Baby Amore is a eCommerce website catering to every baby’s need. Their focus is to sell organic, eco friendly and premium baby products.
• Bharat Intelligence: Bharat Intelligence is building India’s operating system for agricultural labour. They organise farm labour into trained, verified crews and deliver agricultural work as a managed service
• Bolna: Bolna is a Voice AI Platform purpose-built for India’s scale, linguistic complexity, and cost sensitivity. They enable enterprises to go live with thousands of concurrent calls in days.
• Bombay Musk: Bombay Musk is a luxury car perfume brand designed to elevate every drive with premium fragrances that embody sophistication and style.
• Booon: Booon.in is India’s First fashion-forward platform delivering all the style needs in just 2 hours.
• Broadway: With a vision of a shared economy in retail, Broadway provides a platform of 20,000+ sq ft canvases in prime malls for brands to paint their stories, captivate consumers through unique narratives and in-person engagements to establish trust and induce trials.

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• Calquity: CalQuity is building the future of equity research with an AI-powered platform that unifies filings, earnings calls, and news into a single intelligent interface.
• Cashvisory: Cashvisory empowers first-time investors with expert-backed strategies and simplified tools, making wealth-building accessible to everyone.
• CellBell: Cellbell primarily offers ergonomic office and gaming chairs online in India, along with related services like delivery, installation, and warranty support. They focus on providing comfortable and durable seating solutions at affordable prices.
• Cleevo: With an unique powder-to-liquid technology, Cleevo aim to inspire a new generation of clean and simplify life.
• Clevrr AI: Clevrr AI is a SaaS platform helping D2C/Consumer brands unify data from 50+ omnichannels into a single source of truth with an AI Agent on top of it.
• CodeAnt: CodeAnt AI is the Code Health platform built for the AI era. They bring AI Code Review, Code Security, Code Quality, and Engineering Metrics into one unified platform.
• Cogniti: Cognitii is a mobile first, AI powered ecosystem that helps schools detect learning needs early, personalise support for children with developmental and learning disabilities, and reduce educator workload.
• Courtyard Farms: Courtyard Farms delivers 100% natural, fresh goat milk and dairy products directly from farm to doorstep, promoting healthier, preservative-free nutrition.
• Crustdata: Crustdata is an AI-powered people and Company Search tool for sales, recruitment and investment with the freshest, most trusted data.

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• DaanVeda: DaanVeda is an AI-driven fundraising intelligence platform, empowering nonprofits to raise more funds efficiently. They offer a unified solution addressing key challenges in the fundraising landscape.
• depX: depX is an AI Ecosystem for DevOps. Deploy, manage and monitor your entire cloud infrastructure with as few as two lines in English. depX offers a no-code, ChatGPT-like interface for DevOps and Cloud engineers.
• Dodo Payments: Dodo Payments is a global Payments & Billing platform helping SaaS and AI-native businesses scale across 150+ countries.
• Dressfolk: Dressfolk is on a mission to modernise timeless Indian weaves. They design and co-produce all garments with the artisan community from scratch.
• Dropon Delivery: Dropon is an emerging startup in eco-friendly, tech-driven logistics, transforming on-demand delivery with AI-powered optimisation and green mobility.

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• Earth Story Farm: Earth Story Farm grows, make and source chemical-free products, preserving the goodness, freshness and locking their complexity of flavours.
• Earthful: Shark Tank-approved Earthful was founded in 2020 by sisters and IIT Kharagpur alumnae Veda Gogineni and Sai Sudha G. They are on a mission to tackle undernutrition in India with clean, plant-based nutrition. Earthful offers 100% natural supplements- free from additives and backed by science.
• Eternz: Eternz is a new-age jewellery and watch marketplace redefining how India discovers and experiences fine craftsmanship. With a deep love for design and detail, they bring together curated collections from India’s finest brands as well as exquisite international names.

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• Findr: Findr is an AI workspace that lets you instantly capture, delightfully organise, and chat with anything you've saved. This includes PDFs, videos, articles, links, emails, information inside apps, and more.
• Fixit: Fixit is an AI-powered junior broker, an agentic sales assistant built for real estate sales who don’t have time to chase dead leads. It qualifies, nurtures, and follows up with every prospect.
• Foramour: Foramour offers 18k gold plated jewellery brand that makes gifting effortless yet thoughtful.
• Frelo: Frelo is an AI based platform for Indian startups seeking top-tier freelancers in Tech, Design and Content. They simplify the hiring process by streamlining the posting of requirements, freelancer selection, and payments.
• Fuell: Fuell provides clean, bite-sized snacks, made from just dry fruits and nuts, with no added sugar or preservatives.
• Future AGI: Designed for the modern era of Generative AI, Future AGI provides intuitive tools for fine-tuning prompts, LLM experimentation, evaluating models, annotating data or optimising performance, making complex AI workflows seamless and efficient.

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• Get Your Lawyers: Get Your Lawyers is a cutting-edge AI-powered SaaS platform designed for legal professionals, providing an all-in-one solution for end-to-end legal practice management.
• GetWebsite.Report: A complete webpage audit tool to get personalised insights & AI-powered actionable fixes to improve design, usability, user experience & SEO on all devices to maximise conversion.
• Gud Gum: Gud Gum is India's first plastic-free, all-natural & biodegradable chewing gum. Free from all artificial sweeteners, flavours & colours.
• Guestara: Guestara is an AI Guest Management Platform designed to meet the needs of hospitality professionals worldwide.

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• Heizen: Heizen is building an ecosystem to build, deploy, and manage fully functional enterprise-grade AI Apps.

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• Indian Hemp Store: Indian Hemp Store is India's 1st Hybrid Hemp Marketplace.
• Indiehaat: IndieHaat was started with a vision and direction to surface the beautiful hidden treasures of the magnificent world of handmade products.
• Ivory: Ivory transforms the ageing experience by nurturing sharper minds and healthier living. They help in the early detection of neurodegenerative risks and provide personalised brain health solutions.

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• Jumkey: Jumkey introduces safer materials for the environment which are skin friendly, sustainable and meets International quality standards.

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• Kaftanize: Kaftanize is a popular clothing line with fashion-conscious ladies.Their clothing is crafted from premium fabrics with an emphasis on simple shapes and understated elegance.
• Komplai: Komplai is an AI-powered solution that helps businesses manage their financial accounts and all regulatory filings.
• Kreo: Kreo is a consumer electronics brand they enable content creators & gamers to elevate their passion beyond limits by providing them with premium products.

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• Lamhenow: Lamhenow is a sustainable gifting solutions company. They are creating products which will be long-term and timeless, keeping in mind the creativity.
• Lawberry: Lawberry is a pioneering legal tech platform that combines AI intelligence with legal expertise. The primary features include AI-powered research, drafting, and summarisation tools, alongside robust case management features.
• Layerpath: Layerpath's Path AI turns the website into a live product conversation. It answers questions, shows the right demo, and books meetings- so your team only talks to ready buyers.

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• Magic Decor: Magic Decor has a curator-driven method to customise wall murals and wall decorative items. Their core is driven by on-demand production and an enhanced manufacturing process driven by automation.
• Magicroll: Magicroll.ai is an AI-powered video editing and creation platform that helps creators, brands, and businesses turn raw footage into polished, engaging videos in minutes.
• Medial: Medial is the next-gen professional social media platform from India to the world.
• MeetMinutes: With support for 30+ languages, including unique mixed languages, seamless integration with popular tools and CRMs, and a focus on capturing key insights and action items, MeetMinutes is an indispensable partner in achieving meeting excellence.
• Mohi Fashion: Mohi Fashion is a curated multi-designer Indian ethnic wear marketplace sourcing from authentic sellers across India for special occasions, weddings.
• Mugafi: Mugafi is a next-gen entertainment powerhouse combining Tech, AI, storytelling, and cultural depth to build original cinematic universes.
• Mumchies: Mumchies offers wholesome traditional-meets-contemporary sweets, savouries & millet delights made with premium ingredients for healthy, delicious snacking.
• My Thrift Baby Loot: My Thrift Baby Loot is an easy platform where Parents can declutter by selling the things that their babies have outgrown to other parents who can buy the essentials at a lot lower than market price, save their money and save the planet in the process too.

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• Nesta Toys: Nesta Toys offer simple & open-ended play where the child drives the playtime. The toys are designed to encourage kids to see new possibilities and spur their imaginations.
• Niyantha: Niyantha is building the Vehicle Cloud and AI Platform for transportation, agriculture and seafood supply chains.
• Nuvie: Nuvie is redefining healthy eating by creating food products that make wellness both enjoyable and accessible.

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• OhNuts: Oh! Nuts is a health-focused snack brand from India that’s reinventing how people think about munching- with chips made from real nuts that are crispy and flavourful

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• Pinq Polka: Pinq Polka provides high-quality products that address both women’s hygiene and fashion needs, helping them navigate each day with assurance and poise.
• Pipeshift: Pipeshift is a fast, scalable, and production-ready orchestration platform to build with open-source AI- embeddings, vector databases, LLMs, vision models, and audio models- in any cloud or on-prem.
• Praylady: Praylady has gained a niche through its state-of-the-art manufacturing technology, and for producing unparalleled cookware that rings a bell in every kitchen in town.
• Pype AI: Pype AI delivers ready-to-deploy, speciality-trained voice agents for healthcare. They automate critical patient interactions- scheduling, follow-ups, treatment prep, and 24/7 support- helping hospitals go live in days.

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• Quash: Quash is a SaaS tool that helps companies streamline and speed up their software testing process. It helps testers report bugs quickly, and assists developers in resolving them.
• QuicReach: QuicReach offers pre-scheduled shared cabs tailored for solo travellers. Their solution combines the affordability of public transport with the comfort of personal cabs, providing a unique and much-needed alternative for long-distance travel.

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• Ressl AI: Ressl AI is building the future of Salesforce implementation and operations, powered by AI agents. They partner with fast-growing companies to scale their Salesforce orgs without scaling headcount.
• Ruskle: Ruskle is a modern Indian snack brand reinventing the traditional rusk with baked, flavour-rich, no-maida varieties like Butter Garlic, Blueberry, Green Chutney, and more for guilt-free tea-time snacking.
• Rustic Art: Rustic Art is an organic and natural personal and home care brand that believes in sustainable manufacturing and a sustainable lifestyle. All the products are cruelty-free & vegan.

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• SaveSage: SaveSage simplifies a user's credit card journey by helping them choose the best card based on their spending habits.
• Scoutflo: Scoutflo is on a mission to make Infrastructure management self-serve for developers.
• Shram: An AI-powered to-do list that automatically captures tasks from the screen and voice, so work manages itself.
• Silver talkies: Silver Talkies is a pioneering social enterprise on a mission since 2014 to make healthy and active ageing a desirable and viable goal for older adults.
• SimplAI: SimplAI is a full-stack Agentic AI Operating System built for enterprises that need to move beyond isolated LLM experiments and deploy AI that actually runs production workflows.
• Skillsync: Skillsync is a search platform to find engineers & scientists based on their code / research. They are on a mission to organise the world's talent.
• Sprentzo: Sprentzo is an innovative sports platform with a mission to make sports more accessible, affordable, and community-driven across India.
• Stimuler: Stimuler is building audio-AI to help the global population speak (English) better! Their advanced AI engines listen, provide detailed feedback on the essential speech metrics & then provides guided practice for improvement!
• Stumbll: Stumbll Events is an AI-powered event planning and management platform designed to simplify organising mid-sized gatherings (25-100 attendees).
• Sunfox: Sunfox Technologies is at the forefront of cardiac healthcare innovation, transforming lives with their flagship product, Spandan.
• Supaboard: Supaboard is an AI analytics platform transforming scattered data into actionable insights without requiring a data team.
• SuperErgo: SuperErgo is a work-tech brand revolutionising the modern workspace with ergonomically designed furniture and accessories.
• Swastya Organic farms (Lokkanahalli): Pure, chemical-free organic foods & wellness products crafted with traditional farming and women-led care for healthy living.
• Swizzle: Swizzle offers refreshing ready-to-drink mocktails that bring clean, premium taste to every sip- perfect for modern, health-conscious drinkers.

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• Tagda Raho:  Tagda Raho is reviving India’s traditional strength training with handcrafted gada, mudgar and functional workouts for modern fitness.
• Theater Apparel: Theater is a dynamic and rapidly growing fashion startup based in India. Their mission is to create India's best design-led, mass-premium western fashion company.
• Trackk: Trackk is a New-Gen trading platform, designed for speed, precision, and simplicity. From faster trading to insightful analytics, they're reimagining how the new generation connects with wealth and opportunities.
• Trupeer AI: Trupeer AI is the AI video platform for the end-to-end software lifecycle.
• Twiddles: Twiddles brings indulgence without guilt. Co-founded by cricketing legend Yuvraj Singh, they create delicious, nut-based spreads and snackable bites that combine rich flavours with healthy ingredients.

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• Unjob.ai: Unjob. ai is the world’s first AI-powered freelance platform that helps brands hire talent instantly, without job posts, interviews, or endless browsing.
• Urban Animal: India's 1st dog DNA test to understand a dog's genetic makeup to provide smarter care!

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• Vaani AI: Vaani research is building the next generation of human-like Voice AI systems that can handle & automate complex, longer conversations with unmatched accuracy and empathy.
• Veltos AI: Veltos AI is a next-gen game generation platform that empowers anyone to create, play, and share games with the power of AI.
• VideoSDK: VideoSDK is providing end-to-end solutions in real-time communication technology. They started with mission is to help developers build interactive and immersive live video experiences.
• Vyom: Vyom is building the platform to power the future of autonomous robots and drones. They are creating a software-defined ecosystem to empower the robotics industry with unmatched adaptability, flexibility, and scalability.

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• Yuji Labs: Yuji Labs is building industrial intelligence grounded in physics, engineering, and real operational experience.
• Zillout: Zillout is an AI-powered system running the world's most loved venues & experiences.
• Zivy: Zivy tracks conversations across all the Slack channels and brings critical messages to the surface.

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The Rizing Stars of 2025 are a reflection of the everyday realities of building a startup. The late nights, the pivots, the first yes, the many no’s, and the quiet milestones that don’t always make headlines. These 100 startups represent founders who kept showing up, learning from each other, and moving forward with conviction.

And as more founders join the Rize community, this list will continue to grow- bringing new stories, new breakthroughs, and new journeys into focus. Today, we celebrate 100. Tomorrow, there will be many more and we’re excited to build that future together!