Nasscom deeptech

The Nasscom Deeptech Startup Mixer (in collaboration with NetApp Excellerator) on 15th April in Gurugram brought together a curated gathering of 100+ stakeholders from across the Deeptech ecosystem.

With 102 participants in the room including Deeptech founders, corporate leaders, investors, and ecosystem enablers, the evening was designed to go beyond formal networking, creating the conversations that are direct, relevant, and outcome-oriented.

What stood out was not just the diversity of the room, but the quality of engagement, with founders discussing real use-cases with corporates, investors exploring opportunities grounded in Deeptech innovation, and ecosystem players contributing perspectives that help bridge research, industry, and scale.
About the Nasscom Deeptech Confluence

The Nasscom Deeptech Confluence is a high-octane platform designed to bridge the gap between high-potential startups and the industry leaders, investors, and policymakers essential for scale.

Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Venue:New Delhi (Venue details to be announced)
Registration: Open to all | Registration-based entry
Applications open https://luma.com/yrhpfhdr

Is your startup pioneering the future of deeptech?

For 16 years, the Nasscom Emerge 50 Awards has been India's guiding light for groundbreaking startups — honouring deeptech pioneers transforming India from services to products, and driving innovation that solves critical socio-economic challenges.

775+ winners. 10 unicorns. $1.17 billion raised by 72 startups in 2025 alone.

In 2026, we're seeking India's next emerging deeptech champions — startups that aren't just driving economic growth but catalysing a socio-technological shift, pioneering breakthrough research, and reshaping India's global narrative.

Who should apply?

→ Registered as a private limited company, partnership firm, or LLP in India, with a functional office in India
→ Founded after March 2016, with revenue under INR 100 crores in any previous financial year
→ Building with deep technology at TRL 2/3 to TRL 8/9, with a prototype, scientific validation, or proof of concept

Last date to apply: 17th May 2026

🔗 Apply now:https://nasscom.in/emerge50/

The Nasscom Deeptech Club Mixer on 17th April is designed to bring together the brightest minds in Deeptech- founders, investors, corporates, mentors, and ecosystem enablers. Our purpose: to create a collaborative space where open, authentic conversations can drive real-world solutions for Deeptech challenges.

This mixer removes the usual formalities like pitches and panels, instead focusing on honest dialogue that leads to meaningful connections and actionable collaborations. It is all about strengthening the Deeptech ecosystem and providing access to capital, market opportunities, and industry expertise.

Date: 17th April
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Location: Chennai
Be part of this unique opportunity to shape the future of Deeptech innovation.
Apply- https://luma.com/im53ilbu

Tata Consumer Product Services is the Program Partner for the Nasscom Retail Innovation Challenge 2026, joining forces to drive forward the development of innovative solutions in the retail space. Leveraging TCPL’s deep expertise in technology and sustainability, this partnership focuses on addressing key industry challenges and enabling the creation of forward-thinking, impactful solutions.

The Nasscom Retail Innovation Challenge 2026 invites participants to tackle critical issues in the retail sector. This year, participants will focus on the following use cases from TCPL:

➔ Commodity Price & Cultivation Intelligence for TCPL Staples
➔ AI-Driven Storefront Video Analytics & Intelligent Store Health Tagging for GT & MT Ex*****on Excellence

Apply now and be part of shaping the future of retail:https://nasscom.accubate.app/ext/form/23298/1/apply