TOP YOUNGEST SELF-MADE ENTREPRENEURS IN INDIA

"Youth is the time to dream big and chase them relentlessly"

India is seeing an entrepreneurial boom led by bold young minds under 35. These individuals are turning their passions into successful businesses, transforming startups into unicorns, and building thriving empires. Whether it’s in payments, logistics, or digital entertainment, these young entrepreneurs are reshaping India’s economy with every bold step.

Let’s take a look at the top 10 youngest self-made entrepreneurs in India for 2024 and their inspiring journeys.

1.  Aadit Palicha
    Co-founder- Zepto

Aadit Palicha, 22, is the co-founder of Zepto and one of India’s youngest entrepreneurs. Along with Kaivalya Vohra, he has been instrumental in making Zepto a top name in the quick commerce industry.

2. Kaivalya Vohra
    Co-founder- Zepto

At just 21, Kaivalya Vohra, co-founder of Zepto, has set a new standard in the quick-commerce industry. Zepto, a Mumbai-based startup, has seen amazing growth, with its valuation increasing by 259% to Rs 41,800 crore.

3. Ritesh Agarwal
    Founder- OYO Rooms

Ritesh Agarwal, 30, became one of India's youngest billionaires in 2021. He is the Founder and CEO of OYO Rooms, which he started as a budget lodging portal. Agarwal revolutionized budget accommodation with his innovative model, expanding OYO to international markets.

4. Dilsher Malhi
    Co-founder- Zupee

Zupee, co-founded by 28-year-old Dilsher Singh Malhi, an IIT Kanpur graduate, has become a game changer in India’s skill-based gaming industry.

5. Siddhant Saurabh
    Co-founder- Zupee

29-year-old Siddhant is another important figure at Zupee, playing a key role in helping the platform become a leading name in India’s growing online gaming industry.

6. Ankush Sachdeva
   Co-founder, Sharechat

31-year-old Ankush Sachdeva, is the co-founder of Sharechat, a popular social media platform in India. He has played a key role in building Sharechat into a leading app, connecting users across diverse Indian languages.

7. Rajan Bajaj
    Founder-  Slice

Rajan Bajaj, 31, is the founder of Slice, a fintech company he started in 2016. Slice has become a popular credit and payments platform, especially among young professionals in India, changing how millennials and Gen Z manage their finances.

8. Neetish Sarda
    Founder- Smartworks

Neetish Sarda, 31, is the founder of Smartworks, a leading provider of flexible coworking spaces in India. He has played a key role in transforming the workspace industry, offering innovative and scalable solutions for businesses of all sizes.

9. Karan Mehta
    Co-founder- Kissht

Karan Mehta, 28, is the co-founder of Kissht, a fintech company focused on providing easy and accessible credit to consumers. He has been instrumental in building a platform that simplifies lending for a wide range of customers in India.

10. Shashvat Nakrani
      Founder & COO- BharatPe

Shashvat is the co-founder of BharatPe, a fintech company that makes payments easier for small businesses. Founded in 2018 and based in New Delhi, BharatPe has become a key player in digital payments.

Conclusion 

These young pioneers reflect India’s dynamic business landscape, fueled by innovation, resilience, and a deep understanding of consumer needs. Their journeys prove that age is no barrier to success.  

From logistics and fintech to gaming, they are solving real-world challenges, creating jobs, and driving growth. If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, let their stories inspire you to dream big, challenge norms, and make an impact. 

After all, in entrepreneurship, being "young at heart" is the ultimate advantage.