About IIMA Ventures
IIMA Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2007. It is primarily based out of Ahmedabad, India. As of Oct 2026, IIMA Ventures is an active investor, having invested in 377 companies, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months. It primarily invests in Seed round in India based startups. Its investments are spread across a wide range of sectors from Enterprise Applications to High Tech and Food and Agriculture Tech. Most recently it participated in the $***** Seed round of CosmoChute Overall, IIMA Ventures portfolio has seen 1 unicorn, 2 IPOs and 19 acquisitions including key companies like Ola Cabs, GUVI and Setu. A lot of funds co-invest with IIMA Ventures, with names like CIIE sharing a substantial percentage of its portfolio. IIMA Ventures has team of 58 people including 3 partners.Key Metrics
Team Members
Portfolio Count
Portfolio Sectors
Portfolio Locations
Rounds of Entry
Seed, Series A & 4 more
Portfolio IPOs
Portfolio Acquisitions
Portfolio Unicorns
Portfolio Soonicorns
Deals in last 12 months
IIMA Ventures' List of Top Investments
IIMA Ventures has a portfolio of 377 companies, one of which is a Unicorn. Their most notable investments are in Trillbit and Evy Energy Systems.Their portfolio spans across India, United States, United Kingdom and 5 more locations. They have invested in Enterprise Applications, High Tech, Food and Agriculture Tech and 39 other sectors, across stages such as Seed, Series A and 4 more. Here is the list of top investments by IIMA Ventures:
Developer of intelligent vertical robotic sortation systems for warehouse automation. The technology utilizes autonomous mobile robots and software to sort parcels within fulfillment centers and distribution hubs. These modular systems are designed to operate in three-dimensional space, providing scalable capacity for order consolidation and parcel routing. By integrating high-speed robotics, the platform optimizes floor space usage and improves throughput in logistics operations. The systems support various parcel sizes and weights, enabling automated workflows in diverse distribution environments.
Key facts about Unbox Robotics
- Founded Year: 2019
- Location: Pimpri Chinchwad (India)
- Annual Revenue: ₹50 - ₹100 Cr as on Mar 31, 2026
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $28.2M
- Employee Count: 105 as on Jul 31, 2025
- Investors: Sixth Sense Ventures, F-Prime Capital and 54 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Jan 05, 2026, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
2. Ola Cabs
Operator of a mobility platform providing ride-hailing services for various transportation needs. The platform facilitates transportation through a variety of vehicle options including bikes, autos, and cars for daily commuting, outstation travel, and hourly rentals. It integrates multiple services into a single interface, allowing users to book rides, manage payments, and access additional financial and lifestyle services. The system connects riders with drivers to provide efficient transit solutions across urban and regional areas.
Key facts about Ola Cabs
- Founded Year: 2010
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Annual Revenue: ₹1,000+ Cr as on Mar 31, 2026
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series J
- Total Funding till date: $3.29B
- Employee Count: 2,473 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Helion Venture Partners, USM and 140 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Conventional Debt, Dec 16, 2021, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. Forus Health
Manufacturer of portable digital eye imaging devices and cloud-based healthcare platforms. These devices are designed for acquiring, storing, and transmitting images of the eye's anterior and posterior segments, facilitating the diagnosis of various ocular diseases. The cloud-based platform integrates with the imaging devices, enabling remote diagnosis and efficient monitoring of patients. The company's technology aims to improve access to eye care, particularly in underserved areas. The devices are designed for ease of use and affordability, making them suitable for a wide range of healthcare settings.
Key facts about Forus Health
- Founded Year: 2010
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Annual Revenue: ₹50 - ₹100 Cr as on Mar 31, 2025
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $18.1M
- Employee Count: 171 as on Apr 30, 2025
- Investors: Chiratae Ventures, Forward Capital and 15 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Nov 03, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
Online retailer of authentic sneakers, apparel, accessories, and jewellery. It provides a curated marketplace for popular collaborations and limited releases. The platform offers a selection of high tops, low tops, and mid tops. It also features top-selling items in various categories, including watches, handbags, hoodies, shirts, pants, and sneakers.
Key facts about Culture Circle
- Founded Year: 2023
- Location: Gurugram (India)
- Annual Revenue: 0 - ₹10 Cr as on Mar 31, 2025
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $2.51M
- Employee Count: 19 as on Aug 31, 2025
- Investors: Info Edge Ventures, IIMA Ventures and 5 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Jul 30, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
5. PlayShifu
Manufacturer of interactive educational toys using augmented reality technology. These products integrate physical play pieces with digital applications to facilitate learning for children. The offerings focus on subjects such as geography, engineering, and critical thinking through tactile experiences. The systems combine physical objects with screen-based interactions to support developmental skills.
Key facts about PlayShifu
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Annual Revenue: ₹50 - ₹100 Cr as on Mar 31, 2025
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $35.8M
- Employee Count: 131 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Chiratae Ventures, BlackSoil and 117 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Venture Debt, Jul 10, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
IIMA Ventures' Year-on-Year Investment Trends
IIMA Ventures has invested in 377 companies over the last 17 years, with an average of 13 new investments annually in the last 10 years. In 2025, it made 27 investments, while as of Oct 2026, it has made 8 investments in this year. Its most recent first time investment was in CosmoChute and most recent follow-on round was in Butterfly Learnings.Year | No. of Investments | ||
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1st Round | Follow-on | Total | |
2026 (YTD) | 4 | 4 | 8 |
2025 | 19 | 8 | 27 |
2024 | 15 | 2 | 17 |
2023 | 11 | 2 | 13 |
2022 | 23 | 5 | 28 |
2021 | 9 | 3 | 12 |
2020 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
2019 | 14 | 1 | 15 |
2018 | 11 | 4 | 15 |
2017 | 10 | 3 | 13 |
IIMA Ventures' Investments by Stage
IIMA Ventures has made 171 investments in Seed stage with an average round size of $563K, 3 investments in Series A stage with an average round size of $2.88M and 1 investment in Angel stage with an average round size of $449K.Stage of entry | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Seed | 171 |
Series A | 3 |
Angel | 1 |
Conventional Debt | 1 |
Grant (prize money) | 1 |
Others | 1 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
IIMA Ventures' Investments by Sector
IIMA Ventures has a diverse portfolio, with companies operating in the Enterprise Applications, High Tech, Consumer, Sustainability Tech and Environment Tech. Notably, it has invested in 308 Tech companies, 242 Enterprise (B2B) companies, 153 Software companies and at least 150 companies focusing on Consumer (B2C).Sector | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Enterprise Applications | 60 |
High Tech | 42 |
Consumer | 38 |
Sustainability Tech | 35 |
Environment Tech | 28 |
Others | 248 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
IIMA Ventures' Investments by Geography
IIMA Ventures has made most investments in India (172), followed by United States where it has made 3 investments.Country | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
India | 172 |
United States | 3 |
Denmark | 1 |
Germany | 1 |
Singapore | 1 |
Others | 2 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
IIMA Ventures' recent investments
IIMA Ventures has made 8 investments in 2026 so far. CosmoChute and Aignosis are the latest among them.Here are the most recent investments by IIMA Ventures:
Filter this listDate | Company | Location | Round Details | Round Amount | Co-Investors |
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Oct 15, 2026 | India | Seed | 3961 | [+3] | |
Oct 01, 2026 | India | Seed | 2923 | [+2] | |
Aug 19, 2026 | India | Series A | 5404 | [+2] | |
Jul 24, 2026 | India | Seed | 8111 | ||
May 06, 2026 | India | Seed | 3211 | [+3] |
Unicorns in IIMA Ventures' Portfolio
IIMA Ventures has 1 unicorn in its portfolio - Ola Cabs. The most recent unicorn in their portfolio is Ola Cabs which became a unicorn in 2015, 10 years before IIMA Ventures first invested in it.Here is a list of unicorns in IIMA Ventures' portfolio:
Tracxn Score | Company | Short Description | Founded year | Sector | Location | Company Stage | First Investment/ Acquisition Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72 | Operator of a mobility platform providing ride-hailing services for various transportation needs | 2010 | Bengaluru | Series J | onfo{nv |
IPOs and Publicly Listed companies in IIMA Ventures' Portfolio
2 of IIMA Ventures' portfolio companies have become public. BharatRohan got listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), in Sep 2025 at marketcap of $19.1M and ideaForge got listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) at marketcap of $339M.Here are IIMA Ventures' portfolio companies that went public:
Company | IPO Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sep 30, 2025 | Apr 12, 2023 | Seed | 3623 | |
Jul 07, 2023 | Jan 09, 2015 | Seed | 3190 |
Acquired companies in IIMA Ventures' Portfolio
19 companies from IIMA Ventures' portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was NEERX in Jun 2025 by DeHaat for $*****.Here are IIMA Ventures' portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jun 09, 2025 | - | - | 1259 | |
Jun 19, 2024 | May 26, 2022 | Seed | 8007 | |
Jan 19, 2024 | Mar 31, 2014 | Seed | 8062 | |
Sep 13, 2023 | - | - | 9134 | |
Sep 13, 2023 | - | - | 2968 |
Team profile of IIMA Ventures
IIMA Ventures has a team of 58 members including 3 Partners, 2 Venture Partners and 8 Principals located in India. IIMA Ventures' team sits on the board of 1 company.Here is a list of top team members in IIMA Ventures:
Name | Designation | Location | Board Memberships | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Partner | Ahmedabad | - | ||
Partner | Jaipur | - | ||
Partner | Ahmedabad | - | ||
Venture Partner | Thane | - | ||
Venture Partner | Bengaluru | - | ||
Principal | - | |||
Principal | Ahmedabad | - | ||
Principal | Ahmedabad | - |
Co-investors of IIMA Ventures
Over the past 17 years, 2893 investors have co-invested in IIMA Ventures's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.
- Invested before IIMA Ventures: Villgro, Axilor Ventures and 422 others have invested in rounds before IIMA Ventures. There are 4 companies where Villgro has invested before IIMA Ventures and 2 companies where Axilor Ventures has invested before IIMA Ventures.
- Top Co-investors of IIMA Ventures: 807 investors entered a company along with IIMA Ventures. These include investors like CIIE (15 companies).
- Invested after IIMA Ventures: A total of 1662 investors have invested in IIMA Ventures's portfolio after their investments. Top Investors include Infinyte Club (6 companies), Social Alpha (6 companies) and LVX (5 companies).
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