Deep Tech Funding

Chennai start-up ThinkMetal, which makes metal 3D printing systems for moulds and dies, raised Rs 27 crore led by IAN Alpha Fund on October 13, 2026.

Karnataka launched ELEVATE NxT 2026-27 (up to Rs 1 crore for deep-tech) and ELEVATE Minorities 2026 (up to Rs 50 lakh); applications run 13 October to 13 November.