Deeptech Startup Nova Spectral AI Secures ₹21.2 Crore in Seed Round

27 Oct 2026, 8:05 pm · 2h ago · 1 min read · Inc42New

Amount

$2.3M

Stage

Seed

Lead

Shastra VC

Bengaluru-based deeptech startup Nova Spectral AI has secured ₹21.2 crore ($2.3 million) in a seed funding round led by Shastra VC, with participation from Equirus InnovateX Fund and angel investors. Founded by IIT Kanpur alumni Anish Priyadarshi and Sanjeev Kumar, the startup manufactures indigenous short-wave infrared (SWIR) image sensor chips using colloidal quantum dots and standard silicon CMOS processes. The capital will support team expansion and the development of a field-ready prototype within 18 months. The technology provides an affordable domestic alternative to expensive imported sensors used in drones, defense, robotics, and autonomous vehicles.