Budget 2025-26: India's startup ecosystem gets Rs 10,000 crore Fund of Funds
The Union Budget 2025-26 Announced a establishment of a new Fund of Funds with an additional ?10,000 crore for startups that will provide significant benefits to India's entrepreneurial ecosystem. 

Calling it a significant step in strengthening Indias startup ecosystem, Vimal Nadar, Head of Research, Colliers India said, This fresh infusion, combined with the existing government contribution, will provide much-needed capital support to fuel innovation, scale emerging ventures, and drive entrepreneurship across sectors. Additionally, the introduction of a dedicated scheme for 5 lakh first-time entrepreneurs from women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes is a transformative move towards fostering inclusivity in the startup landscape.

This step will certainly lead to funding opportunities, innovation, job creation and will further strengthen the startup ecosystem. Arpit Malhotra, MD, Office Services, Colliers India, shared, Startups, especially early-stage and growth-stage ventures, will have better funding opportunities through Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). With more financial support, startups can invest in research, product development, and technological advancements. 

As startups scale up, they will generate employment across various sectors, contributing to economic growth. Encouraging investments in startups will help build a more robust and dynamic ecosystem, fostering entrepreneurship and attracting more investors. Indian startups will be better equipped to compete on a global scale, driving exports and positioning India as a leader in innovation, he added.