New Delhi, July 4 -- India's venture capital and growth ecosystem is entering a monetization-led phase in 2026, with investors prioritizing capital efficiency, sustainable profitability and clear exit pathways over "growth at all costs," according to the India Venture Capital Report 2026 by Bain & Company.

Bain expects deal activity to remain steady heading into 2026, with conviction strengthening across infrastructure-led and new-age themes. The report notes that investor behavior will be guided by firms that demonstrate durable unit economics, predictable revenue models and visible monetization outcomes. Capital markets-led IPO and secondary exits are also likely to continue, particularly from companies with a strong operating and exec...