Biopharmaceuticals startups in India
There are 229 Biopharmaceuticals startups in India which include ImmunoACT, Brinton Pharmaceuticals, Bharat Biotech, Serum Institute of India, Aurigene. Out of these, 96 startups are funded, with 29 having secured Series A+ funding.
Over the past 10 years, an average of 10 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of IIT Bombay, BITS Pilani and Harvard University.
Here is the list of top Biopharmaceuticals startups in India
1. ImmunoACT
Developer of cell and gene therapies for cancer treatment. It offers a lead product NexCAR19 Talicabtagene autoleucel for B‑cell malignancies such as B‑lymphoma and B‑acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. It offers other pipeline products which include Actalycabtagene autoleucel for B-lymphoid malignancies, HCAR2 for multiple myeloma, and HCAr3 for Glioblastoma multiforme, and neuroblastoma.
Key facts about ImmunoACT
- Founded Year: 2018
- Location: Mumbai (India)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $15.9M
- Investors: SINE, Laurus Labs and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, May 31, 2023, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 68/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 37 of 3,897 Competitors
Manufacturer of dermatology gastroenterology and wellness pharmaceutical products. The company produces formulations for clinical and cosmetic dermatology, respiratory care, gastroenterology, pediatrics, rheumatology, nutraceuticals, and foot care. It combines research and manufacturing capabilities to deliver medically oriented treatments addressing skin, gastrointestinal, respiratory, and nutritional health needs. The product portfolio spans therapeutic categories including dermatological treatments, nutritional supplements, and specialized clinical formulations designed for patient well‑being.
Key facts about Brinton Pharmaceuticals
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Pune (India)
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $16.9M
- Investors: BlackSoil, IDBI trustee and 16 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Apr 30, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 67/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 37 of 3,079 Competitors
Manufacturer of vaccines and bio-therapeutic products. It offers a portfolio of products which includes a broad range of vaccines and therapeutics for Hepatitis B, Polio, Rabies, Typhoid, tetanus, pertussis,, and Haemophilus influenzae type b. It also provide topical medicines for wounds, burns, ulcers, and others.
Key facts about Bharat Biotech
- Founded Year: 1996
- Location: Hyderabad (India)
- Stage: Early Stage
- Total Funding till date: $13.7M
- Investors: ICICI Venture, IFC and 25 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Jun 04, 2020, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 65/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 61 of 3,326 Competitors
Manufacturer of vaccines and immuno-biological drugs for infectious diseases. The company has developed vaccines for multiple diseases like Tetanus Toxoid, Diphtheria, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, COVID, and Hepatitis-B Vaccines.
Key facts about Serum Institute of India
- Founded Year: 1966
- Location: Pune (India)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Investors: Fortune Intercontinental, Cyrus Poonawalla Family Trust and 9 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), 2012, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 62/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 100 of 3,340 Competitors
5. Aurigene
Clinical-stage biotech company specializing in the discovery and development of novel therapeutics for cancer treatment. Leveraging its expertise in drug discovery and development to bring innovative solutions to the market.
Key facts about Aurigene
- Founded Year: 2001
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Stage: Unfunded
- Tracxn Score: 62/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 128 of 3,766 Competitors
