IG Defence
Category: Robotics / Embodied AI
India's premier indigenous defence technology manufacturer specializing in combat-ready drones, counter-UAS systems, ISR platforms and AI-powered defence solutions. IG Defence was founded in 2018. The company is led by Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya. Based in Noida, India. Team size: 100-200. Total funding raised: $6.55M. Latest round: Seed Round (Oct 2024). Key investors include India Accelerator, Finvolve, Angel Bay, MARL Fund, Quant Fund, C-CAMP, Nandak Growth Catalysts.
- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- Noida, India
- Team size
- 100-200
- Total funding
- $6.55M
Value proposition
Provides sovereign, battle-ready defence systems across land, sea, air, and space domains, combining indigenous unmanned systems with AI-enabled command, electronic warfare, and cyber defence capabilities.
Products and solutions
Skyhawk: India's first 5G-enabled drone for VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) operations., IG One: A proprietary AI-powered analytics platform for automated data processing and reporting., Survey & Mapping Drones: Specialized UAVs for large-scale infrastructure projects and the SVAMITVA scheme., Defense & Surveillance UAVs: High-endurance drones equipped with thermal and night-vision capabilities., Drone Centers of Excellence (CoE): A specialized training and R&D ecosystem established across 100+ educational institutions.
Unique value
Pioneered the integration of 5G technology in Indian drones, enabling ultra-low latency and real-time remote operation over long distances, coupled with a massive 'talent moat' through 100+ educational partnerships.
Target customer
Government agencies (Defense, NHAI, Indian Railways), Enterprise sectors (Mining, Power, Oil & Gas), and Educational Institutions.
Industries served
Defense & Homeland Security, Infrastructure (Roads, Railways, Bridges), Power & Utilities, Mining & Natural Resources, Agriculture & Forestry, Disaster Management
Technology advantage
Proprietary AI algorithms for automated defect detection in infrastructure; indigenous manufacturing stack that aligns with 'Make in India' mandates, providing a competitive edge in securing sensitive government and defense contracts.
How they differentiate
Pioneered India's first 5G-enabled drone (Skyhawk) for ultra-low latency operations and established a unique 'talent moat' through 100+ Drone Centers of Excellence across India.
Main competitors
ideaForge, Garuda Aerospace, Asteria Aerospace
Key partnerships
India Accelerator (Lead Investor), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), ISRO-VSSUT Space Innovation Center, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Various State Governments (Odisha, Gujarat, etc.) for disaster management and land mapping
Notable customers
National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Indian Railways, PowerGrid Corporation, Adani Group, Tata Projects, Government of Odisha
Major milestones
Launched 'Skyhawk', India's first 5G-enabled VTOL drone in 2023, Founders recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2024, Established 100+ Drone Centers of Excellence (CoE) in educational institutions, Secured $1M Seed funding in October 2024 to scale manufacturing, Rebranded as IG Defence in December 2025, expanding to full-spectrum defence tech, Raised $5M Pre-Series A in March 2026 from India Accelerator and Finvolve, Reported 330% YoY revenue growth to ₹22.4 Cr in FY25, Launched Project KAL, indigenous one-way attack unmanned system
Growth metrics
Reported FY25 revenue of ₹22.4 Cr ($2.7M) with a target of ₹100 Cr ($12M) for FY26; 100+ Drone Centers of Excellence established.
Market positioning
Leading indigenous high-tech UAV manufacturer and AI-analytics provider for infrastructure and defense.
Geographic focus
India (operating in 25+ states), with active expansion plans for the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Patents and IP
Holds proprietary IP for the Skyhawk 5G integration and IG One AI software architecture; specific patent registration numbers are not publicly disclosed.
About Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya
Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya is the Founder and CEO of IG Drones. He is a recognized leader in the Indian drone ecosystem, honored as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia (2024) awardee and a TEDx speaker. He previously founded the ISRO-VSSUT Space Innovation Center (Rocketry), the first of its kind in India. Under his leadership, IG Drones developed 'Skyhawk,' India's first 5G-enabled drone, and has secured major defense and enterprise contracts across 25+ Indian states.
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Official website: https://igdefence.com/
