# The 50 largest startup incubators and accelerators in India

Tamtam tracks 95 startup incubators and accelerators headquartered in India. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras and Government Jobs. Their median headcount is 1,082. Half of them were founded in 1997 or later. The most common headquarters are Bengaluru (5), Mumbai (5) and New Delhi (3).

These Indian organizations are predominantly higher education institutions and large-sized firms. Companies like the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, a renowned engineering institute, and the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, which focuses on technological education and research, are prominent. Parul University, a leading academic institution, and Jain (Deemed-to-be University), offering diverse opportunities for students, also feature. Hitachi Payment Services Pvt. Ltd. provides cash and digital payment solutions.

A significant pattern observed is the prevalence of higher education institutions, indicating a strong focus on academic and research-oriented entities. Most of these organizations, especially the IITs, were founded in the mid-20th century, suggesting a well-established educational infrastructure.

🇮🇳 India · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-technology-bombay) (iitb.ac.in)<br>A renowned engineering institute in India with top faculty, exceptional students, and a focus on academic excellence and research | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Mumbai | 10,272 | 1958 |
| 2 | [Indian Institute of Technology, Madras](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-technology-madras) (iitm.ac.in)<br>An institute of national importance offering higher technological education, research, and consultancy services with a focus on engineering and pure sciences | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Chennai | 9,505 | 1959 |
| 3 | [Government Jobs](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/government-jobs) (risingindia.in)<br>Specializing in alerting individuals to job opportunities in the government sector, ensuring they stay informed and up-to-date with relevant positions | Business Consulting and Services | 🇮🇳 Bharat | 9,085 | 2019 |
| 4 | [Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-technology-kanpur) (iitk.ac.in)<br>The organization conducts advanced research, technology development, and provides training to produce skilled engineers and scientists while promoting values and environmental awareness | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Kanpur | 6,617 | 1959 |
| 5 | [Parul University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/parul-university-991322) (paruluniversity.ac.in)<br>A leading academic institution in Gujarat, Parul University offers over 450 programs to 35,000 national and international students on a 150-acre campus in Vadodara | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Vadodara | 5,111 | 2003 |
| 6 | [Jain (Deemed-to-be University)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jain-deemed-to-be-university) (jainuniversity.ac.in)<br>An educational institution offering diverse opportunities for students worldwide, guiding them towards academic excellence, personal growth, and innovation in various fields | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Bengaluru | 4,293 |  |
| 7 | [KL University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kl-university) (kluniversity.in)<br>An educational institution offering globally relevant, high-quality, and accessible education through a blend of teaching and research, empowering students for a diverse world | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Vijayawada | 3,874 | 1980 |
| 8 | [Chitkara University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chitkara-university) (chitkara.edu.in)<br>A leading private university in North India offering world-class undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs with prestigious rankings and extensive industry connections | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Chandigarh | 3,513 |  |
| 9 | [Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-technology-banaras-hindu-university-varanasi) (iitbhu.ac.in)<br>A premier research and engineering institute associated with Banaras Hindu University, offering education in various departments to a diverse student population | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Varanasi | 3,334 | 1919 |
| 10 | [UPES](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/upes) (upes.ac.in)<br>A top-ranked private university in India offering UGC-recognized graduate and postgraduate programs in various fields with high employability and research credentials | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Dehradun | 3,303 | 2003 |
| 11 | [Research and Development Organisation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/research-and-development-organisation) (risingindia.org)<br>This company specializes in providing a service or product, but the page is not officially affiliated with the company | Research Services | 🇮🇳 New Delhi | 2,835 |  |
| 12 | [Hitachi Payment Services Pvt. Ltd.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hitachi-payment-services-pvt-ltd) (hitachi-payments.com)<br>A leading payment solutions provider offering cash and digital payment services to financial institutions and merchants with customized, technology-driven solutions | Financial Services | 🇮🇳 Mumbai | 2,785 | 2008 |
| 13 | [AISECT INDIA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aisect-india) (aisect.org)<br>AISECT is a leading social enterprise in India, focusing on skill development, education, financial inclusion, e-governance, and ICT services in rural areas | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Bhopal | 2,026 | 1985 |
| 14 | [Technopark Trivandrum](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/technopark-trivandrum) (technopark.org)<br>Technopark in Trivandrum is India's largest IT park with advanced infrastructure, hosting over 470 IT and ITES companies | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇮🇳 Trivandrum | 1,988 | 1990 |
| 15 | [Graphic Era Deemed to be University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/graphic-era-deemed-to-be-university) (geu.ac.in)<br>A non-profit organization providing quality higher education, bridging students with industries, fostering innovation, and nurturing future innovators, leaders, and researchers | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Dehradun | 1,854 | 1993 |
| 16 | [International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad (IIITH)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/international-institute-of-information-technology-hyderabad-iiith) (iiit.ac.in)<br>A pioneering autonomous university in India focusing on technology research, interdisciplinary collaboration, industry partnerships, innovative curriculum, and student empowerment | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Hyderabad | 1,707 | 1998 |
| 17 | [Indian Institute of Technology, Patna](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-technology-patna) (iitp.ac.in)<br>An academic institute offering programs in engineering, basic sciences, and humanities, along with research opportunities and published work in various fields | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Patna | 1,531 |  |
| 18 | [Masters' Union](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/masters-union) (mastersunion.org)<br>A technology-focused business school offering an industry immersive post graduate programme led by experienced leaders and executives | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Gurugram | 1,521 | 2020 |
| 19 | [SR University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sr-university) (sru.edu.in)<br>A conglomerate of educational institutions focused on creating an innovative learning ecosystem with exceptional faculty and diverse schools for better student experiences | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Warangal | 1,518 |  |
| 20 | [MIT ADT University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mit-adt-university) (mituniversity.ac.in)<br>A multidisciplinary university focused on providing value-based education, building winning personalities, and offering notable industry-institute interaction with world-class facilities and placement opportunities | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Pune | 1,399 | 2015 |
| 21 | [Adamas University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/adamas-university) (adamasuniversity.ac.in)<br>A top Private University in Eastern India with diverse schools of studies, global collaborations, co-curricular activities, and focus on innovation and entrepreneurship | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Kolkata | 1,350 | 2014 |
| 22 | [Deshpande Foundation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/deshpande-foundation) (deshpandefoundationindia.org)<br>A social enterprise focusing on rural India's socio-economic growth through livelihood, healthcare, education, and policy-making interventions, using technology and entrepreneurship for sustainable impact | Non-profit Organizations | 🇮🇳 Hubli | 1,276 | 1996 |
| 23 | [KIET Group of Institutions](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kiet-group-of-institutions) (kiet.edu)<br>Top engineering college in Delhi NCR with accredited courses in CE, CSE, ECE, EEE, IT, ME, MBA, MCA, and Pharmacy Strong focus on placement and industry collaborations | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Ghaziabad | 1,216 | 1998 |
| 24 | [E-Cell, IIT Bombay](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/e-cell-iit-bombay) (ecell.in)<br>Empowering students and professionals through business competitions, workshops, and flagship summits while providing essential mentorship, seed funding, and networking for emerging entrepreneurs. | Non-profit Organizations | 🇮🇳 Mumbai | 1,112 | 1998 |
| 25 | [Vivekananda Global University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vivekananda-global-university) (vgu.ac.in)<br>Leading private educational institution in North India, offering opportunities for personal and professional development with recognition for education, research, and sustainability | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Jaipur | 1,082 | 2012 |
| 26 | [Dayananda Sagar University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dayananda-sagar-university) (dsu.edu.in)<br>A transformative institution founded in the 60s, Dayananda Sagar Institutions prepare students to be responsible citizens and professional leaders through quality higher education | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Bengaluru | 1,079 | 2014 |
| 27 | [Parul University, Vadodara](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/parul-university-vadodara) (paruluniversity.ac.in)<br>A private university in Vadodara, Gujarat, offering a wide range of UG, PG, diploma, and PhD programs with 32 institutes | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Vadodara | 982 |  |
| 28 | [IIMT Group of Colleges](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/iimt-group-of-colleges) (iimtindia.net)<br>A diverse group of colleges offering high-quality education in engineering, management, law, pharmacy, and more, with a focus on excellence and professional development | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Noida | 939 | 1994 |
| 29 | [Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-management-kozhikode) (iimk.ac.in)<br>A premier business school offering academic excellence, industry interactions, and global accreditation in management education, focusing on innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership development | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Kozhikode | 935 | 1996 |
| 30 | [Indian Institute of Technology, Mandi](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-technology-mandi) (iitmandi.ac.in)<br>A leading institute in India offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in science and engineering, with a focus on research, innovation, and education | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Mandi | 900 |  |
| 31 | [ITM UNIVERSITY, GWALIOR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/itm-university-gwalior) (itmuniversity.ac.in)<br>A multidisciplinary private university in Gwalior, India offering programs in sciences, engineering, management, arts, social sciences, and nursing | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Gwalior | 889 |  |
| 32 | [STPI - Software Technology Parks of India](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stpi-software-technology-parks-of-india) (stpi.in)<br>An autonomous society promoting software exports in India, providing infrastructure and support for IT/ITES/ESDM industry, tech startups, and innovation in emerging technologies | Government Administration | 🇮🇳 New Delhi | 838 |  |
| 33 | [Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dr-babasaheb-ambedkar-marathwada-university-aurangabad) (bamu.ac.in)<br>Higher education institution located in Maharashtra, India, offering various academic programs at the university campus in Aurangabad | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Aurangabad | 792 |  |
| 34 | [Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/veermata-jijabai-technological-institute-vjti) (vjti.ac.in)<br>Renowned educational institution in Mumbai advancing knowledge and education in science and technology through research, innovation, and startup support | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Mumbai | 786 | 1887 |
| 35 | [Indian Institute Of Information Technology Allahabad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-information-technology-allahabad) (iiita.ac.in)<br>A renowned institute in India offering quality education and research opportunities in the field of information technology Located in Allahabad | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Prayagraj | 774 | 1999 |
| 36 | [Rathinam Global University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rathinam-global-university) (rathinamcollege.ac.in)<br>The company operates multiple educational institutions, IT companies, IT park, and incubation center, focusing on education, technology development, and infrastructure development | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Coimbatore | 727 | 1972 |
| 37 | [JGI Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jgi-group) (jgi.ac.in)<br>Operating 85 educational institutions with 51,600 students and 6,450 employees across India, focusing on K-12, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels | Education | 🇮🇳 Bengaluru | 711 | 1990 |
| 38 | [Goa Institute of Management (GIM)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/goa-institute-of-management-gim) (gim.ac.in)<br>Top-rated management institute in Goa offering diverse full-time and part-time programs, focusing on sustainable practices, big data analytics, healthcare management, and more | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Sanquelim | 674 | 1993 |
| 39 | [The/Nudge](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-nudge) (thenudge.org)<br>An action institute dedicated to eradicating poverty in India by creating resilient livelihoods through partnerships with governments, markets, and civil society | Non-profit Organizations | 🇮🇳 Bengaluru | 663 | 2015 |
| 40 | [Yenepoya Medical College](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/yenepoya-medical-college) (yenepoya.edu.in)<br>Yenepoya Medical College is a higher education institution in Mangalore, Karnataka, India, affiliated with Yenepoya University, focusing on medical education | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Mangalore | 656 |  |
| 41 | [Somaiya Vidyavihar University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/somaiya-vidyavihar-university) (somaiya.edu)<br>An educational institution with over six decades of experience, offering diverse fields of education, multi-disciplinary learning opportunities, entrepreneurship support, and ample employment opportunities | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Mumbai | 656 | 1959 |
| 42 | [Lingaya's Vidyapeeth](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lingaya-s-vidyapeeth) (lingayasvidyapeeth.edu.in)<br>An educational institution offering a wide range of UG and PG courses in engineering, computer science, architecture, business, education, nursing, and more | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Faridabad | 649 |  |
| 43 | [IIT Hyderabad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/iit-hyderabad) (ac.in)<br>A prominent public engineering and research institution in India, known for academic excellence, research, and commitment to innovation and technology | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇮🇳 Sangareddi | 619 |  |
| 44 | [Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-space-science-and-technology) (iist.ac.in)<br>A prestigious Indian institute offering high quality education in space sciences, technology, and applications at undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and post-doctoral levels | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram | 603 | 2007 |
| 45 | [Parul University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/parul-university) (paruluniversity.ac.in)<br>A leading educational institution in Gujarat offering over 160 undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various faculties with excellent infrastructure and international reach | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Vadodara | 598 |  |
| 46 | [MITCON Consultancy and Engineering Services Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mitcon-consultancy-and-engineering-services-ltd) (mitconindia.com)<br>An ISO certified organization offering comprehensive business services across various industries, including strategy, market studies, project management, engineering, and renewable energy solutions | Business Consulting and Services | 🇮🇳 Pune | 596 | 1982 |
| 47 | [International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/international-institute-of-information-technology-bangalore) (iiitb.ac.in)<br>A premier institute in Bangalore offering post-graduate IT education, cutting-edge research facilities, industry collaborations, and excellent placement records since 1998 | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Bengaluru | 586 | 1998 |
| 48 | [Vel Tech Technical University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vel-tech-technical-university) (veltech.edu.in)<br>Innovative engineering education provider with Grade 'A' status, CDIO membership, research opportunities, industry collaborations, technology incubator, and project expertise | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Chennai | 581 | 1997 |
| 49 | [Atal Innovation Mission Official](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/atal-innovation-mission-official) (aim.gov.in)<br>Flagship initiative of the Government of India promoting innovation and entrepreneurship nationwide, supporting individuals to transform ideas into impactful innovations or enterprises | Government Administration | 🇮🇳 New Delhi | 572 | 2015 |
| 50 | [XLRI Jamshedpur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/xlri-jamshedpur) (xlri.ac.in)<br>A renowned institution in India founded in 1949 dedicated to nurturing responsible global leaders through education, research, and fostering ethical values | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇳 Jamshedpur | 547 | 1949 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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