StartupTN
Overview
StartupTN is the nodal agency of the Government of Tamil Nadu, operating under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Department, to foster innovation and entrepreneurship. It implements the state's startup policies and manages various funding initiatives, including grant and equity-linked programs. Key programs include TANSEED, an equity-linked grant fund for early-stage startups, the Tamil Nadu Emerging Sector Seed Fund (TNESSF), a SEBI-registered AIF, a TN SC/ST Startup Fund, and a Space Tech Fund. The overarching goal is to support the creation of at least 5,000 startups and help Tamil Nadu become a global innovation hub.
Portfolio Companies
35
Website
startuptn.inInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Velaan Mart Agritech Private Limited | Aug 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| OrbitAID | Jan 2025 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Shortfundly | May 2023 | Convertible Debt | Co-investor |
| TowMan | Jan 2023 | Seed | Lead |
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Sector & Stage Mix
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FAQ
Where is StartupTN based?
StartupTN is headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
When was StartupTN founded?
Founding year information for StartupTN is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does StartupTN have?
StartupTN has 35 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in StartupTN's portfolio?
Recent investments visible on Caplight include Velaan Mart Agritech Private Limited, OrbitAID, OrbitAID, Shortfundly, TowMan.
What was StartupTN's most recent investment?
StartupTN's most recent investment on Caplight was in Velaan Mart Agritech Private Limited in 2026.
What sectors does StartupTN focus on?
StartupTN focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, FinTech, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, FinTech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Sustainability, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does StartupTN focus on?
StartupTN typically invests at the MultiStage stage.