About Surge
Surge, an accelerator and incubator program founded in 2019, is based in Singapore, Singapore. With a presence in 13 countries, it has supported around 196 startups in sectors like Enterprise Applications, High Tech. As of Oct 2026, Surge has 2 unicorns under its belt and has witnessed 14 portfolio exits. Most notable companies in
its portfolio include Cult.fit, Seekho and Khatabook. The program is backed by a team of 3 people who primarily support Seed startups based in India. Its latest investment was a $2.5M Seed round in Companion Labs on Nov 04, 2025, which also saw participation from All In Capital and DeVC.
Surge's List of Top Investments
Surge has a portfolio of 196 companies, including 2 unicorns. Their most notable investments are in TWID and Bamboobox.Their portfolio spans across India, United States, Singapore and 10 more locations. They have invested in Enterprise Applications, High Tech, Consumer and 29 other sectors, across stages such as Seed, Series A and 1 more. Here is the list of top investments by Surge:
1. Cult.fit
Provider of fitness memberships encompassing group classes, gyms, and at-home workouts. It offers various membership tiers providing access to different combinations of in-person and virtual fitness options. These options include group fitness classes led by trainers, access to gyms with varying levels of equipment and amenities, and live at-home workout sessions. Memberships also incorporate access to sports activities such as badminton and swimming. The company also provides coaching programs focused on weight loss and wellness resources. The offerings aim to create a holistic fitness experience.
Key facts about Cult.fit
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Annual Revenue: ₹100 - ₹500 Cr as on Mar 31, 2025
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series G
- Total Funding till date: $717M
- Employee Count: 1,832 as on Apr 30, 2025
- Investors: Chiratae Ventures, Temasek and 100 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series G, Mar 17, 2026, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
2. Seekho
Provider of short educational videos covering technology business and finance. The platform hosts content across multiple categories including career development, personal growth, and wellness. Users access instructional material created by mentors to acquire practical skills. The service offers subscription options for ad-free viewing and unlimited access to the video library.
Key facts about Seekho
- Founded Year: 2020
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Annual Revenue: ₹100 - ₹500 Cr as on Mar 31, 2025
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $46.2M
- Employee Count: 116 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Elevation Capital, Lightspeed and 39 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Aug 29, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. Khatabook
App-based bookkeeping management solutions for small businesses. It is a software-as-a-service accounting platform designed for micro, small and medium businesses to manage their financial transactions, accounts, and generate reports for better financial management. It allows users to manage transactions, purchases, payments, and more. It sends payment reminders, PDF reports, QR code payments, and more. It operates by providing tools for recording credits, managing finances, and facilitating transactions. It also allows users to add customers, send payment reminders, manage inventory, create invoices, and track GST and non-GST bills.
Key facts about Khatabook
- Founded Year: 2018
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Annual Revenue: ₹100 - ₹500 Cr as on Mar 31, 2025
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series C
- Total Funding till date: $187M
- Employee Count: 172 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: LionRock Capital, Alpha Wave Global and 54 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Aug 24, 2021, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
4. Airalo
Operator of eSIM stores intended to provide connectivity to travellers. It allows users to select local, regional, or global prepaid eSIM plans for mobile data, calls, and text services. It is available on both Android and iOS devices.
Key facts about Airalo
- Founded Year: 2019
- Location: Delaware (United States)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series C
- Total Funding till date: $287M
- Employee Count: 406 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Liberty Global, Orange and 20 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Jul 10, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick

5. DrinkPrime
Provider of water purification devices available through subscription plans and services. The company offers a range of water purification products utilizing multi-stage filtration. These products incorporate features such as sediment and carbon filters, RO membrane, UV lamp, mineraliser, and alkaline filter. The company provides options for tracking water consumption and filter health.
Key facts about DrinkPrime
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Annual Revenue: ₹50 - ₹100 Cr as on Mar 31, 2025
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $22M
- Employee Count: 287 as on Aug 31, 2025
- Investors: SIDBI Venture Capital, F2A and 92 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Mar 11, 2026, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
Surge's Year-on-Year Investment Trends
Surge has invested in 196 companies over the last 8 years, with an average of 15 new investments annually in the last 5 years. In 2025, it made 8 investments. Its most recent first time investment was in Companion Labs and most recent follow-on round was in Amaani.Year | No. of Investments | ||
|---|---|---|---|
1st Round | Follow-on | Total | |
2026 (YTD) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2025 | 6 | 2 | 8 |
2024 | 12 | 7 | 19 |
2023 | 19 | 9 | 28 |
2022 | 35 | 15 | 50 |
2021 | 25 | 21 | 46 |
2020 | 32 | 13 | 45 |
2019 | 35 | 1 | 36 |
2018 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Surge's Investments by Stage
Surge has made 141 investments in Seed stage with an average round size of $3.05M, 23 investments in Series A stage with an average round size of $6.59M and 1 investment in Series F stage with an average round size of $1.33M.Stage of entry | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Seed | 141 |
Series A | 23 |
Series F | 1 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
Surge's Investments by Sector
Surge has a diverse portfolio, with companies operating in the Enterprise Applications, Consumer, FinTech, Retail and High Tech. Notably, it has invested in 177 Tech companies, 119 Enterprise (B2B) companies, 118 Software companies and at least 88 companies focusing on Consumer (B2C).Sector | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Enterprise Applications | 87 |
Consumer | 46 |
FinTech | 29 |
Retail | 28 |
High Tech | 27 |
Others | 176 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
Surge's Investments by Geography
Surge has made most investments in India (72), followed by United States where it has made 38 investments.Country | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
India | 72 |
United States | 38 |
Singapore | 25 |
Indonesia | 17 |
Australia | 4 |
Others | 14 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
Surge's recent investments
Surge has not made any investment in 2026 so far.Here are the most recent investments by Surge:
Date | Company | Location | Round Details | Round Amount | Co-Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nov 04, 2025 | India | Seed | 4859 | [+6] | |
Sep 16, 2025 | United Arab Emirates | Seed | 3060 | - | |
Sep 04, 2025 | India | Seed | 8634 | [+46] | |
Sep 03, 2025 | India | Seed | 3441 | [+6] | |
Aug 04, 2025 | Spain | Seed | 4823 | [+1] |
Unicorns in Surge's Portfolio
Surge has 2 unicorns in its portfolio - Airalo and Cult.fit. The most recent unicorn in their portfolio is Airalo. It became a unicorn in 2025, 5 years after Surge first invested in it.Here is a list of unicorns in Surge's portfolio:
Tracxn Score | Company | Short Description | Founded year | Sector | Location | Company Stage | First Investment/ Acquisition Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75 | Operator of eSIM stores intended to provide connectivity to travellers | 2019 | Delaware | Series C | jnovpfd | ||
83 | Provider of fitness memberships encompassing group classes, gyms, and at-home workouts | 2016 | Bengaluru | Series G | gygejks |
Acquired companies in Surge's Portfolio
14 companies from Surge's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was TazaPay in Sep 2026 by Circle for $*****.Here are Surge's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sep 09, 2026 | Nov 25, 2020 | Seed | 5091 | |
Jun 24, 2026 | Nov 25, 2020 | Seed | 6761 | |
Feb 11, 2026 | Apr 19, 2019 | Seed | 3861 | |
May 06, 2025 | Mar 01, 2023 | Seed | 1007 | |
Mar 28, 2025 | Mar 02, 2021 | Seed | 3905 |
Team profile of Surge
Surge has a team of 3 members including 1 Partner and 2 Principals located in India and Singapore. Surge's team sits on the board of 1 company.Here is a list of all team members in Surge:
Name | Designation | Location | Board Memberships | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Partner | Delhi | - | ||
Principal | Bengaluru | |||
Principal | Singapore | - | - | |
Principal | Singapore | - | - |
Co-investors of Surge
Over the past 8 years, 1733 investors have co-invested in Surge's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.
- Invested before Surge: Angel List, Peak XV Partners and 763 others have invested in rounds before Surge. There are 13 companies where Angel List has invested before Surge and 11 companies where Peak XV Partners has invested before Surge.
- Top Co-investors of Surge: 392 investors entered a company along with Surge. These include investors like Peak XV Partners (14 companies).
- Invested after Surge: A total of 576 investors have invested in Surge's portfolio after their investments. Top Investors include Peak XV Partners (38 companies) and Tiger Global Management (13 companies).
Recent News related to Surge
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Peak XV’s Surge led $2.5 M Seed funding raised by ElivaasIncubees•Dec 26, 2023•Peak XV Partners, ELIVAAS, Surge
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Surge leads $1.6m round of Indian B2B interior design platformTech in Asia•Aug 22, 2023•Titan Capital, Peak XV Partners, Surge, Boxs and 1 other
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