Startup And Fundraising 16 September 2026
India's Semiconductor Funding Hits ₹1.34 Lakh Crore, Concentrates on Few Firms
The India Semiconductor Mission, launched in 2021, has amassed a record ₹1.34 lakh crore in funding. However, most of the capital is flowing to a small group of established players, leaving many startups underserved. The Chips to Startup programme aims to boost Electronic Design Automation and other niche areas, but investment remains tightly focused on a handful of companies.
The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) has reached a milestone of ₹1.34 lakh crore in funding since its 2021 launch. The massive pool is intended to accelerate chip design, manufacturing and related ecosystem growth.
- Capital is largely concentrated in a few large players, limiting broader startup participation.
- The Chips to Startup programme targets Electronic Design Automation and other specialized tools, but funding still skews toward established firms.
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