In a promising development for India’s deeptech ecosystem, nanotechnology startup Vimano has secured ₹25 crore in seed funding, with the round being led by early-stage venture firm Ankur Capital. This funding marks a strong vote of confidence in the potential of applied nanotech solutions emerging from India.
Founded in 2023, Vimano is building next-generation nanomaterials aimed at transforming sectors like electronics, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing. The startup is part of a new wave of Indian deeptech companies leveraging science-backed innovation to solve real-world industrial challenges.
Enabling India’s Deeptech Moment
Vimano’s core innovation lies in developing customizable nanomaterials with enhanced conductivity, strength, and thermal resistance — properties that can dramatically improve product performance in batteries, semiconductors, and coatings.
According to the company, their first product line is already being piloted with partners in the EV battery and aerospace industries, where even minor improvements in material properties can yield outsized gains in efficiency, durability, and safety.
Ankur Capital, known for backing high-impact tech in agri, health, and science-led ventures, sees Vimano as a pioneer in India’s emerging nanotech landscape. “We believe Vimano is building critical deeptech infrastructure for India’s future industries. Their platform approach to nanomaterials has massive potential across verticals,” said a spokesperson from Ankur Capital.
Where the Funds Will Go
Vimano plans to use the ₹25 crore to:
Scale its R&D lab and prototyping facilities
Hire top scientific and engineering talent
Accelerate pilot projects and customer validation
Strengthen IP and regulatory filings for global markets
The company is also exploring strategic collaborations with academic institutions and government R&D labs to fast-track innovation and commercialization.
India’s Growing Bet on Advanced Materials
As India ramps up investments in electronics manufacturing, clean energy, and defense tech, the demand for next-gen materials is poised to skyrocket. Startups like Vimano are at the forefront of building this future — making materials smarter, lighter, and more resilient.
While nanotechnology has traditionally seen more traction in global markets like the US, Japan, and Germany, Vimano’s seed round signals growing investor appetite in India for core science ventures with high-impact potential.
