Zepto has secured the No.
Zepto has secured the No. 1 spot on LinkedIn’s Top Startups India 2026 list for the fourth consecutive year, reinforcing its position among India’s most closely watched emerging companies.
The quick-commerce startup, co-founded by Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya V., continues to attract professional interest as it builds its grocery and essentials delivery business. LinkedIn’s annual ranking assesses startups using factors including employee growth, engagement, job interest and their ability to attract talent—not just funding or valuation.
The 2026 list also features rising names such as topmate.io and Matiks, with 13 new entrants in the top 20. Zepto’s continued presence at the top offers a notable milestone in India’s competitive startup ecosystem.
