“This ranking is not just a number; it reflects the structural resilience and readiness of Karnataka’s innovation economy.” -- IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge
Bengaluru climbed seven spots to reach the 14th place in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) 2025, from 21st last year. Among the Indian cities ranked in the report, Bengaluru tops the chart, followed by Delhi in 29th position and Mumbai in 40th.
The report, unveiled by innovation ecosystem development consultant Startup Genome at Viva Technology 2025 — an annual technology conference held in Paris — ranks ecosystems based on performance, funding, market reach, talent and experience, knowledge and emerging AI-native strength.
Silicon Valley, New York City, and London came in the top three positions. Bengaluru was ranked number 5 among the Top 50 AI cities globally.
Maturing ecosystem
