The indicator “Industry-wise Startups recognised by Startup India” captures the sectoral distribution of officially recognised startups across India, providing a granular view of entrepreneurial activity in different domains such as technology, healthcare, agriculture, fintech, and education, among others. This classification is based on ventures that meet the eligibility criteria under the Startup India initiative—namely, being a private limited or registered partnership entity, having a turnover less than ₹100 crore, being less than 10 years old, and demonstrating innovation or scalability.

This indicator is highly relevant for policymakers, investors, and researchers as it reflects emerging trends in India’s innovation ecosystem. It highlights which industries are becoming hotspots for new business development, enabling targeted policy interventions, funding opportunities, and resource allocation. It also helps investors identify promising sectors for investment and enables academics and analysts to study the dynamics of sectoral innovation. Ultimately, this indicator offers a pulse on how India’s economy is diversifying and modernising through entrepreneurship, contributing to broader goals such as employment generation, regional development, and the vision of a self-reliant and globally competitive economy.