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Celebrating The Forward-thinking Builders Under 35
India's entrepreneurial ecosystem continues to evolve at a remarkable pace. If the U30 founders represent ambition and speed, the U35 entrepreneurs embody scale, resilience and influence. Having moved from early breakthroughs to building enduring enterprises, they are shaping enduring enterprises and continuing to contribute to the evolving fabric of Indian entrepreneurship.
The Avendus Wealth - Hurun India U35 List 2025 honours 155 exceptional first generation and next-generation leaders who are deepening their impact across the Indian economy and steering their ventures toward sustainable, meaningful growth. This curated list highlights two categories of entrepreneurs: first-generation founders building ventures valued at USD 50 m or more, and next-generation leaders steering family-owned businesses with valuations of at least USD 100 mn.
The U35 List is part of the Avendus Wealth - Hurun India Uth Series that celebrates the new wave of founders who embody ambition, innovation and intent. Spanning three age brackets - U30, U35, and U40 - the series captures the spirit of the evolving fabric of entrepreneurship in India.
KEY STATISTICS
U35 at a glance
Key Voices
Framing the conversation
One of the most striking aspects of India’s under 35 entrepreneurs is the scale and influence they command at such a young age.
Apurva Sahijwani
The Avendus Wealth – Hurun India U35 List 2025 Leaders ranking shows that in India’s business landscape, youth and experience are no longer at odds.
Anas Rahman Junaid
Apurva Sahijwani
"Today’s founders are younger, faster and bolder. They are building businesses with extraordinary speed and are pushing boundaries in real time. Along the way, they’ve reshaped industries at home and have put India on the global map.
The Avendus Wealth – Hurun India Uth Series celebrates this new wave of founders who embody ambition, innovation and intent. Spanning three age brackets — U30, U35, and U40 — the series captures the spirit of the evolving fabric of entrepreneurship in India."
Anas Rahman Junaid
"As India's demographic dividend turns into boardroom influence, the U35 List celebrates 155 exceptional entrepreneurs and next-generation leaders aged 31 to 35.
Over 75% are first-generation founders, with Bengaluru leading the list at 54 names, and Karnataka and Maharashtra together accounting for 56% of the cohort. Nearly half of these firms are valued at over USD 500 mn, and a select group has collectively raised over USD 7 bn, driving growth in sectors such as agriculture, logistics, clean energy and manufacturing.
The most exciting takeaway from this list is the maturity, social consciousness and capital efficiency this age group brings to the table, proving that India’s under 35 founders are no longer just disruptors, but architects of enduring institutions.
By spotlighting these stories, we aim to inspire even more young people to dream audaciously and build impactfully. We are grateful to partner with Avendus Wealth for the Uth Series, and together, we hope to amplify the journeys of these leaders and fuel the next wave of India’s enterprise revolution."
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About Hurun India
Hurun India was launched in 2012 under the leadership of Anas Rahman Junaid, a graduate of the University of Oxford. Junaid met Rupert Hoogewerf, the founder of Hurun Global, through Oxford, and the duo believed it was the right time to spotlight wealth creation in India, as they saw the country booming. Since then, Hurun India has focused on celebrating the stories of India’s transparent wealth creation, innovation, and philanthropy.
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Methodology
The Avendus Wealth – Hurun India U35 List 2025 is an exclusive compilation recognizing India’s most remarkable entrepreneurs aged 35 and under. Eligibility criteria include a minimum business valuation of USD 50 mn for first-generation entrepreneurs and USD 100 mn for second-generation and subsequent-generation founders.
This distinction highlights the significant accomplishments of young leaders who are shaping the future of India’s business landscape. Employee figures have been sourced from company annual reports, credible media coverage and reputable data platforms. The cut-off date for the list is 1 September 2025.
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