BELIEVE•CONVICTION•GRIT
Investing in the Future of Deep Tech, Climate Tech & AI
At Shastra, we back founders in deep tech, climate tech, and AI, at a stage where belief comes before proof, and conviction fuels those shaping what tomorrow looks like. We partner early, when vision matters more than metrics, and direction still outweighs validation
$75M+
Assets Under Management
35+
Startups Invested
$600M+
Market Cap
Powering Startups with Vision and Impact
With over $75 million in capital deployed, we've backed 35+ startups that are building breakthrough, science-led innovations, many of which are redefining global standards in technology
PATENTS FILED BY OUR PORTFOLIO
14+
NON-DILUTIVE GRANTS RAISED
$10M+
GLOBAL BEST-IN-CLASS TECHNOLOGIES
6+
PHD SCHOLARS AS FOUNDING TEAM
12+
Shastra DNA
We believe in working as true partners, bringing domain expertise, long-term conviction, and an operators mindset to support founders building transformative deeptech, climate tech and AI companies
Founder First
Been There, Done That
We've been in your shoes. We know how tough the early days can be. That's exactly why we built Shastra to help you avoid common pitfalls, offer honest feedback, and open up a network we've built over years of building, and backing companies
Active
Beyond Board Meetings
We don't just show up at board meetings, we show up when it truly matters. Whether it's a midnight call across time zones, a GTM crisis, or a last-minute deck before your next round, we are there rolling up our sleeves
Growth
Tested Playbooks & Networks
We bring tested playbooks for your GTM, organization building, and fundraising. From refining your sales motion to mapping your next fundraise, we help you scale with clarity and connect you to our extended network of advisors
We are keen investors in deeptech, climate tech and AI-driven software
We back founders tackling humanity's most complex challenges where breakthrough science meets scalable solutions. From space technology to climate resilience and AI-native software, these aren't just investment themes; they're the building blocks of tomorrow's economy
Deep Tech
Space Tech, Aerospace & Defence Tech, Semiconductors, BioTech, Quantum Computing, Nanotechnology
Climate Tech
We invest in foundational technologies that push the frontier of science and engineering, including, Space Technology, Aerospace & Defence Systems, Semiconductors, Biotechnology, Quantum Computing, Nanotechnology
Software (AI/ML)
We focus on AI-native software businesses across the full stack- AI Infrastructure & Developer Tools, Vertical AI Applications, Horizontal Platforms, Cybersecurity & Consumer AI
We craft solutions that amplify key characteristics
We're a diverse, hands-on team of operators, founders, and investors backing bold ideas with smart capital. If you're building something interesting, we'd love to hear from you
What we look for
in a founder?
We back founders with clarity of thought, strength of conviction, and the drive to navigate uncertainty with purpose
Celebrating Milestones and Momentum in Our Startup Ecosystem
Discover the latest breakthrough wins, funding rounds, and achievements from our portfolio companies, shaping the future with bold ideas and relentless drive
Sanlayan raises $21.7M from investors including Ashish Kacholia, Jungle Ventures and Shastra VC
Mumbai: Sanlayan Technologies, an aerospace and defence firm, has raised Rs186 crore in its latest round of Series A funding led by investors Ashish Kacholia, Lashit Sanghvi and Jungle Ventures, with participation from existing investors Gemba Capital, Singularity Ventures, and new investor Shastra VC.
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Deeptech startup ALT CARBON raises $12 Mn in seed round
