Top startups in Iran
There are 5,670 startups in Iran which include BimeBazar, ZarinPal, LanGeek, Shab, Parmis IT. Out of these, 342 startups are funded, with 4 having secured Series A+ funding. Road Transport Tech ($22.6M) and Horizontal E-Commerce ($8.3M) are the top-funded sectors in Iran, with over 131 companies, including Bonnie's Fashion Store and Tap30. The number of companies founded have declined by 22.0%, from 59 companies in 2024 to 46 companies in 2025.
Here is the list of top startups in Iran
1. BimeBazar
BimeBazar provides app-based insurance comparison platform for individuals. It provides quotes for life insurance, auto insurance, travel insurance, fire insurance, health insurance and more. It also offers insurance buying options from its app.
Key facts about BimeBazar
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Tehran (Iran)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Investors: royesh.vc and Sina
- Tracxn Score: 50/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 41 of 1,063 Competitors
2. ZarinPal
ZarinPal claims to be the first internet payment gateway in Iran. It offers various payment instruments, both online and offline, to businesses and consumers. Its products include payment gateways (hosted and API), e-wallet, prepaid card and social media payment plugins.
Key facts about ZarinPal
- Founded Year: 2009
- Location: Tehran (Iran)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Investors: Multi Venture Capital
- Tracxn Score: 46/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 343 of 8,137 Competitors
3. LanGeek
AI and app-based platform offering English language learning solutions. It provides language processing and learning solutions. The platform allows users to learn languages using pictures and real-life examples. It provides idioms, proverbs, wordlists of ESL textbooks, vocabulary courses, flashcards, IELTS & SAT test preparation solutions, and more. The app is available for Android and iOS devices.
Key facts about LanGeek
- Founded Year: 2020
- Location: Tehran (Iran)
- Stage: Unfunded
- Tracxn Score: 46/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 43 of 4,396 Competitors
4. Shab
Online marketplace for booking vacation rental accommodations. Travelers can discover accommodations by providing the destination, check-in/check-out dates & the number of persons. Travelers can also view amenities, photos, descriptions & request a booking via their platform & can make an online payment.
Key facts about Shab
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Tehran (Iran)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Investors: Armani VC and Sharif Ventures
- Tracxn Score: 46/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 8 Competitors
5. Parmis IT
Parmis IT provides financial and accounting solution to companies. It offers Parmis Plus which is a commercial and manufacturing accounting software, Parmis Star which is an ERP system, POS system, and mobile apps. Features expense and income management, bank account reconciliation, budgeting, payroll management, cheque management, and financial reports.
Key facts about Parmis IT
- Founded Year: 2005
- Location: Tehran (Iran)
- Stage: Unfunded
- Tracxn Score: 45/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 110 of 3,625 Competitors
