Bengaluru has strengthened its position as a global startup and AI hub, ranking second in Asia for AI-native startups and entering the global top 10 for performance and R&D in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) 2026.

Bengaluru ranks 15th globally in startup ecosystems, excelling in R&D and performance.

Bengaluru's startup ecosystem is valued at $153 billion, ranking sixth in Asia and leading India in AI venture funding.

Bengaluru-Karnataka secured 15th place globally for startup ecosystems. The region attracted $39 billion in venture funding from 2021 to 2025.

Bengaluru has strengthened its position as a global startup and AI hub, ranking second in Asia for AI-native startups and entering the global top 10 for performance and R&D in the…