Sixth Sense Ventures
Venture capitalMumbai · Seed–Series C · 14 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Sixth Sense Ventures positions itself as the first port of call for founders disrupting India's consumer landscape. Its investment focus spans five themes: challenger brands taking on slow-moving incumbents, omnichannel players blending physical and digital retail, attainable-luxury brands offering premium quality at accessible prices, enablers powering manufacturing/e-commerce/logistics infrastructure, and sustainable yet affordable products aligned with eco-conscious demand. The fund aims to empower visionary entrepreneurs with capital and guidance to revolutionize consumer industries in India.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 26, 2026.
Team · 14 people
from the firm's website & curated & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 29 of 48 portfolio companiesConsumer ×16E-commerce ×12Direct to Consumer ×11Wellness & Fitness ×8Advanced Manufacturing ×6FoodTech ×6Logistics & Supply Chain ×5B2B Marketplaces ×3
HQs:India×22United States×5
Investments · 48 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2025 · 12023 · 22022 · 32021 · 32016 · 12015 · 111 dated
Altigreen manufactures electric three-wheelers designed for last-mile delivery and urban transport in India, with a focus on durability and low operating costs.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechHardwareMobility & TransportationBengaluru, IN
Amitabh(Co-founder)Shalendra(Co-founder)Lasse(Co-founder)John(Co-founder)
Bombay Shaving Company is a men's grooming brand offering shaving products, trimmers, skincare, hair care, bath care, and fragrances such as perfumes and deodorants.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Shantanu Deshpande(Founder)
Co-investorsFireside Ventures Advisory LlpPeaceful Progress
Eeki develops IoT-enabled, climate-controlled farming technology that uses a closed-loop irrigation system to grow vegetables with lower water use, lower production cost, and higher yield than conventional soil farming.
AgTechFoodTechIoTKota, IN
Amit Kumar(Founder)inAbhay
Co-investorsAvaana CapitalGeneral CatalystBetter Capital
An online community where women connect for career advancement, skill development, and employment opportunities.
ConsumerHR TechSan Francisco, US
Cadran Cowansage(Founder)inKuan Luo(Founder)
Co-investorsAdverb VenturesCanapi VenturesEos Venture Partners LimitedY Combinator
GIVA is an online jewelry retailer selling silver and other jewelry pieces such as rings, pendants, and accessories directly to consumers, with prices listed in Indian rupees.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Co-investorsAditya Birla VenturesAll In CapitalEpiq Capital Investment Advisory LLPFirst ChequeIndia QuotientKenro Capital+8 more
Hindustan Foods Limited manufactures a diverse portfolio of FMCG brands across food and beverages, personal care, beauty, home care, footwear, and healthcare products for the Indian market.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerFoodTechMumbai, IN
Sameer Kothari(Managing Director)
Co-investorsRoots Ventures
Hugging Face is a collaboration platform that hosts and provides access to machine learning models, datasets, and applications.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeveloper ToolsBrooklyn, US
Julien Chaumond(Executive Officer, Director)inClement Delange(Executive Officer, Director)Clément Delangue(Co-founder & CEO)inThomas Wolf(Co-founder & CSO)in
Co-investorsA.Capital VenturesAIX VenturesBetaworksCoatue ManagementConnetic VenturesFelicis Ventures+26 more
JustDogs is an Indian online pet supplies store selling dog and cat products including dry and wet food, treats, toys, accessories, grooming essentials, and health supplements across brands such as Royal Canin, Farmina, and Pedigree.
ConsumerE-commerceRetail Tech
Just Dogs operates an online pet store selling food, grooming products, toys, clothing, supplements, and accessories for dogs, cats, and small animals.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
LEAP provides supply chain management and logistics infrastructure solutions in India, operating warehouses, fulfillment centers, and pallet manufacturing units to serve customers across the country.
B2B MarketplacesCircular EconomyEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSIndia, IN
Neemans is a footwear brand that designs and sells shoes such as sneakers, clogs, loafers, moccasins, and casual shoes for everyday wear, with an emphasis on comfort, light weight, and eco-friendly, plastic-free packaging.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Taran Chhabra(Founder)in
Co-investorsSharrp Ventures
OpenSecret makes packaged snack foods such as cookies, caramel nuts, caramel sea salt almonds, and chocolate almond spread, positioned as healthier or "guilt free" treats for consumers and families.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechMumbai, IN
Ahana Gautam(Founder)in
Co-investorsTitan CapitalVaranium Capital AdvisorsZ47
ProcMart is a B2B marketplace focused on indirect procurement (MRO), offering technology-driven sourcing, supply chain, and delivery solutions for industries such as FMCG, automotive, chemicals, and oil & gas.
Advanced ManufacturingB2B MarketplacesEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSMumbai, IN
Co-investorsFundamentum
Prozo is a supply chain and logistics platform serving D2C startups and enterprises across India.
E-commerceLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSIndia, IN
Dr Ashvini Jakhar(Founder & CEO)in
Co-investorsJAFCO Asia
Pushp Masale processes and manufactures pure, CTC, blended, ready-to-cook, and Western spices along with other food products for home kitchens.
ConsumerFoodTech
RAS is India's first farm-to-face luxury skincare brand that sources organic botanicals from its own sustainable farms in Raipur and crafts high-performance skincare products through in-house manufacturing and rigorous scientific research.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceWellness & FitnessRaipur, IN
ShubhikaSangeetaSuramya
ShopKirana operates a B2B e-commerce platform connecting kirana (local retail) stores with suppliers and brands for ordering goods.
B2B MarketplacesE-commerceRetail TechIndore, IN
Tanutejas Saraswat(Founder)inSumit Ghorawat(Founder)in
Co-investorsBetter CapitalIncubate FundNB VenturesTrifecta Capital AdvisorsAkatsukiInfo Edge
Soothe operates an on-demand marketplace app that connects consumers and businesses with independent, licensed wellness professionals offering massage, skincare, hair, and beauty services delivered in homes, hotels, and workplaces.
ConsumerMarketplacesWellness & FitnessLos Angeles, US
Merlin Kauffman(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)inScott Kauffman(Chief Financial Officer)
Co-investorsA91 PartnersSymphony International HoldingsU.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
Soothe Healthcare manufactures and sells branded sanitary pads and baby diapers through direct consumer channels.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceWellness & Fitness
Storia is a journaling app that uses guided prompts (check-in, gratitude, daily reflection) and an AI companion to help users process emotions and track their emotional wellbeing.
AI & Machine LearningMental HealthWellness & Fitness
Elizabeth(Founder)
Co-investorsCornerstone VC
JHS Svendgaard Laboratories is an Indian contract manufacturer of oral care and personal care FMCG products such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, denture tablets and talcum powder.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerWellness & FitnessKala Amb, IN
Nikhil Nanda(Managing Director)Paramveer Singh(Executive Director & CEO)
Software-defined robotics company enabling logistics providers to automate operations with modular, capital-efficient systems.
Logistics & Supply ChainRoboticsBangalore, IN
Pramod Ghadge(CEO)inShahid Memon(CTO)in
Co-investorsAll In CapitalEntrepreneur FirstF-Prime CapitalIIMA VenturesRedstart LabsWEH Ventures+8 more
uppercase sells eco-friendly bags and luggage—including school backpacks, sling bags, messenger bags, laptop backpacks, and hardcase trolleys—made from recycled and sustainable materials.
Circular EconomyDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Dheeraj Goyal(Founder)in
Co-investors7 Gate VenturesAccel7 Gate VenturesAccel IndiaCRV (Charles River Ventures)Hex Capital+1 more
VAHDAM India is a direct-to-consumer tea, spices, and superfoods brand that sources premium single-origin products directly from Indian gardens and estates, eliminating middlemen.
Direct to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTechWellness & FitnessDelhi, IN
Bala Sarda(Founder & CEO)in
Co-investorsMankind PharmaSAR GROUPFireside Ventures Advisory LlpMumbai AngelsSingapore Angel Network
Vedic Skincare develops natural beauty and skincare products by combining Ayurvedic formulation expertise with modern scientific validation, serving brands seeking clean, culturally-rooted cosmetics compliant with global standards.
Advanced ManufacturingBiotechConsumerWellness & Fitness
Mohit GoelSandhya Sakhuja(Partner)
Veeba produces packaged food condiments and sauces, including stir-fry sauces, gift boxes, and combo packs, sold to consumers.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Viraj Bahl(Founder)in
Co-investorsDSG Consumer PartnersSaama CapitalVerlinvest
Wonderchef manufactures an automated kitchen appliance that prepares rotis (Indian flatbreads) through a hands-free process combining kneading, shaping, and cooking.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerE-commerceHardwareMumbai, IN
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
AVGBiraBira 91EthosEthoswatchesJHSNobel HygieneParagParagmilkfoodsPushpRasRemitware PaymentsSaffronstaysSecretStoriafoodsTACTheayurvedacoUnboxVedic
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Sixth Sense Ventures made?
- Sixth Sense Ventures has 48 tracked investments, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does Sixth Sense Ventures invest at?
- Sixth Sense Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C stages.
- What is Sixth Sense Ventures's typical check size?
- Sixth Sense Ventures typically writes checks of $6M – $13M.
- What sectors does Sixth Sense Ventures focus on?
- Sixth Sense Ventures focuses on Consumer, Direct to Consumer, E-commerce, FoodTech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Retail Tech.
- Where is Sixth Sense Ventures located?
- Sixth Sense Ventures is headquartered in Mumbai, IN.
- Does Sixth Sense Ventures lead rounds?
- Yes, Sixth Sense Ventures leads investment rounds.
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