KPMG in India has announced Cosmoserve Space as the winner of the India finale of the Global Tech Innovator Competition (GTIC) 2026 . The winning startup emerged from a highly competitive cohort of technology-led and technology-enabled ventures and demonstrated exceptional innovation, scalability, commercial viability and market impact. Now in its sixth year , GTIC has established itself as one of the country’s leading platforms for identifying and showcasing high-potential technology innovators. The competition brings together promising startups, investors, corporate leaders, ecosystem enablers and industry experts, helping Indian innovation gain visibility and recognition on a global stage.
This year’s edition witnessed strong participation from startups across sectors including Artificial Intelligence, Enterprise Technology, Deep Tech, Climate and Sustainability, Spacetech and Defense, HealthTech, FinTech, Cybersecurity, Industry 4.0, Agritech, Mobility, SaaS, Digital Infrastructure, Consumer Technology and Emerging Technologies, reflecting the depth and diversity of India’s innovation ecosystem. GTIC continues to serve as a launchpad for ambitious founders by providing visibility, industry validation, strategic guidance and access to valuable networks. Through this platform, KPMG remains committed to supporting entrepreneurship, fostering innovation and helping high-growth startups scale their impact in India and beyond.
Following a rigorous evaluation process involving industry experts, corporate leaders and KPMG in India subject matter specialists, a select group of startups progressed to the semi-final stage. The finalists then presented their innovations before an esteemed jury at the GTIC 2026 India Finale held today in Bengaluru, where Cosmoserve Space emerged as the winner.
Yezdi Nagporewalla, Chief Executive Officer, KPMG in India said, “The quality of innovation showcased at GTIC 2026 reflects the remarkable evolution of India’s startup ecosystem. Founders today are building globally relevant solutions across emerging technologies and addressing complex challenges with bold new ideas. What is particularly encouraging is the growing ability of Indian startups to combine cutting-edge innovation with scalable business models that can create meaningful impact at a global level. Congratulations to Cosmoserve Space on this significant achievement, and we wish them every success as they represent India on the global stage in Lisbon, Portugal.”
Akhilesh Tuteja, Partner & National Leader, Clients and Markets, KPMG in India said, “This year’s finalists showcased the confidence and ambition that define India’s next generation of technology startups. Their ability to solve real business and societal challenges through innovation, while building solutions that can scale, made the competition both exciting and highly competitive. Choosing a winner was no easy task, reflecting the exceptional quality of ideas and execution on display. Congratulations to Cosmoserve Space on this excellent achievement, and we look forward to seeing their innovation showcased alongside some of the world’s most promising startups.”
Supreet Sachdev, Office Managing Partner – Bengaluru, KPMG in India said, “GTIC has been designed to create opportunities for founders beyond the competition itself. By connecting startups with investors, corporate leaders and ecosystem stakeholders, the platform helps accelerate growth and unlock new avenues for collaboration. The competition also demonstrates the power of bringing together innovation, industry expertise and market access to help promising startups scale faster and create lasting impact. We are delighted to see Cosmoserve Space progress to the global finale and look forward to supporting their continued growth as they take their innovation to new markets and audiences.”
Cosmoserve Space will represent India at the Global Finale of GTIC 2026 , taking place from 6 to 12 November 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal. There, innovators from participating countries will compete for global recognition and showcase their solutions before an international audience of business leaders, investors and ecosystem stakeholders.
Source: Business Wire India
