AGNIT Semiconductors Secures NASSCOM Deep Tech Emerge 50 Accolades in 2025
AGNIT Semiconductors Achieves Significant Milestone with NASSCOM Award
AGNIT Semiconductors Private Limited, India's first and only vertically integrated Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductor technology startup, has been recognised as a leader in building a full in-house GaN semiconductor ecosystem. The company, incubated at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru, received the prestigious NASSCOM Deep Tech Emerge 50 Award 2025 during NASSCOM Future Forge 2025 in Bengaluru on August 7, 2025.
AGNIT, led by scientists with deep expertise in GaN technology, has been at the forefront of indigenous GaN technology development in India. The startup has received multiple accolades, including the ELEVATE startup grant from the Government of Karnataka in 2021 and the Semiconductor Startup Award 2025 from the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA).
AGNIT's vertical integration sets it apart in the industry. The company manages the entire GaN semiconductor value chain internally, from materials to device fabrication. This strategic capability positions AGNIT at the forefront of India’s semiconductor ecosystem, especially in GaN technology, which is crucial for power electronics, RF applications, and next-generation semiconductors.
The recognition marks a significant milestone in AGNIT's mission to build a fully vertically integrated GaN semiconductor ecosystem. The startup has raised $4.87 million from 3one4 Capital, Zephyr Peacock, and Lakshmi Narayanan.
The press release about AGNIT Semiconductors Private Limited was sourced from NRDPL and PTI.
- In light of AGNIT Semiconductors' recognition with the NASSCOM Deep Tech Emerge 50 Award 2025, various news outlets have debated their leadership role in the business sector, emphasizing their expertise in GaN technology.
- The science and technology community has been intrigued by AGNIT Semiconductors' success, as they stand as the only startups in India working on a fully integrated Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductor technology, which is essential for power electronics and the development of next-generation semiconductors.
- Amidst the growing discussion about India's role in the global technology market, AGNIT Semiconductors' achievement is seen as a positive step towards boosting indigenous technology startups and expanding the nation's science and technology sector.
- As investors continue to demonstrate faith in AGNIT Semiconductors by providing funding, opinions remain divided on the long-term impact of their work on the technology industry, with some predicting a new era of innovation in power electronics and RF applications, while others debate the scalability of GaN technology startups.
