Setu
Founded 2018 · 376 employees on LinkedIn · 5 known investors
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Setu provides APIs, SDKs, and pre-built screens that let businesses embed fintech services such as KYC verification, eSign, account aggregation, UPI payments, and bill payments (BBPS). It targets lenders and businesses building financial services in India, operating in the fintech infrastructure category.
Founders & leadership
Setu was founded in 2018 by Nikhil Kumar.
Investors · 5
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3 people who came through Setu went on to found or lead other companies.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Setu do?
- Setu provides APIs, SDKs, and pre-built screens that let businesses embed fintech services such as KYC verification, eSign, account aggregation, UPI payments, and bill payments (BBPS). It targets lenders and businesses building financial services in India, operating in the fintech infrastructure category.
- Who founded Setu?
- Setu was founded by Nikhil Kumar in 2018.
- Who are Setu's investors?
- Setu's investors include Alpha Wave Global, IIMA Ventures, Lightspeed India Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Velocity.








