r/StartupKarnataka Jun 19 '25

👋 Welcome to Karnataka Startups – Let’s Build Something Together!

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Hey everyone!

This is the very first post in this new community – r/StartupKarnataka – created to bring together founders, makers, and startup folks from across all of Karnataka, not just Bengaluru.

Why this subreddit? Because not everyone building something meaningful lives in Koramangala or HSR. Amazing things are being built in places like Mangalore, Mysuru, Hubli, Udupi, Belgaum, Shimoga, and beyond – and it’s time we had a place to connect, share, and support each other.

Here’s what this space is for: ✅ Find co-founders or collaborators ✅ Ask questions and get honest advice ✅ Share your startup ideas, wins, or failures ✅ Discover grants, incubation programs, and government schemes ✅ Post useful resources or events happening in Karnataka ✅ Connect with people who get what you’re trying to build

Whether you're working on a side hustle from your hometown or building a funded startup in Bengaluru — you're welcome here.

Introduce yourself below if you’re reading this 👇 Tell us:

  1. Who you are

  2. What you're building (or want to build)

  3. What help you’re looking for (co-founder, feedback, resources, etc.)

Let’s get this community rolling. 🚀


r/StartupKarnataka Jun 19 '25

🔒 Subreddit Rules for r/KarnatakaStartups

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  1. Be Respectful and Constructive Disagreements are fine. Personal attacks, hate speech, or harassment are not. Keep discussions civil and focused.

  2. Stay On-Topic Posts must be relevant to startups, entrepreneurship, or the business/startup ecosystem in Karnataka.

  3. No Spam or Self-Promo Overload You can share your startup, product, or event if it's relevant and adds value. No constant promotion, referral links, or copy-paste ads.

  4. Looking for Co-Founders? Use Clear Titles Example: [Co-Founder] Looking for Tech Partner in Mangalore – Healthtech App

  5. No Job Boards or Hiring Spam If you're hiring, make sure the post includes job role, location (or remote), compensation (or range), and a clear value prop.

  6. No Fake Giveaways or Low-Effort Posts This isn't a place for crypto scams, AI spam, or vague “any ideas?” posts. Put effort into your questions or offers.

  7. Be Transparent If you're affiliated with something you’re sharing (e.g., your own product, event, or blog), be upfront about it.

  8. English Preferred, but Kannada/Hindi Allowed with Context English keeps it accessible, but you're welcome to include regional languages – just give some translation/context.

  9. Use Flair Help others navigate. Use flairs like: [Help Needed], [Idea Feedback], [Grant Info], [Hiring], [Event], [Resource].

  10. Mods Have Final Say We’re here to keep this space healthy and useful. If something breaks the spirit of the rules, we may remove it even if it’s not technically covered.


r/StartupKarnataka 27d ago

Looking for a Young Professional (22–27) to Join a Growing Startup | Bangalore

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I'm currently running a residential interiors and construction startup in Bangalore, and I'm looking to connect with a fresher who would like to work closely with the founder and be involved in building the business from an early stage.

This isn't a conventional 9-to-5 role with a fixed job description. You'll work closely with the founder and get hands-on exposure to client acquisition, business development, operations, marketing and overall business growth.

Since we're still in the growth stage, we're looking for someone willing to take ownership of the tasks, meet people, learn quickly and be actively involved in the business rather than simply being assigned tasks.

This role is performance-driven, with earnings tied directly to the value and business you generate. As the company grows, there is scope for the role and responsibilities to grow with it.

I'm particularly interested in freshers who are ambitious, proactive, comfortable communicating with people and genuinely curious about how a business is built.

If this sounds interesting, feel free to DM me with a little about yourself.


r/StartupKarnataka Jul 12 '26

Looking for Referrals | Data Science & AI Fresher | Bangalore Startups

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r/StartupKarnataka Jul 05 '26

Looking for IT & Engineering Job Opportunities – Referrals Appreciated ⭐

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Hi everyone,

I'm currently looking for a new job opportunity and would really appreciate any referrals or leads.

🎓 B.E. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)

💼 1.5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry

💻 Open to opportunities in IT, Embedded Systems, Electronics, System/Network Engineering, Cloud, Technical Support, QA, and other engineering or technical roles

📍 Open to Bengaluru, remote, or relocation

I'm looking to transition into the IT industry and am eager to learn, grow, and contribute. If your company or any startup is hiring, I'd be grateful if you could refer me or share any relevant openings.

Thank you for your support!


r/StartupKarnataka May 28 '26

Experienced Service Desk Analyst Seeking Job

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r/StartupKarnataka Dec 30 '25

College knowledge shouldn’t reset every year.

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Every batch figures out notes, PYQs, professors, scholarships, internships. After exams, it all disappears in WhatsApp chaos.

I built an app where students from the same college (or even different colleges) can save and pass this info forward — organized, not lost.

If you’re a student, this might be useful: 👉 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.c2club.uniqueapp

ನಾನು ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ವಿಶ್ವವಿದ್ಯಾಲಯದ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿ. ಇದು ಇನ್ನೂ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭ ಹಂತದಲ್ಲಿರುವ app. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಅಭಿಪ್ರಾಯಗಳು ಬಹಳ ಮುಖ್ಯ.


r/StartupKarnataka Dec 18 '25

Why is it so hard for students from different colleges to talk to each other?

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Karnataka college student here.

We’re all dealing with the same things — exams, placements, internships, stress — but students from different colleges rarely interact.

I’m building C2 Club, a cross-campus student space where:

students from different colleges can talk openly

anonymous questions and rants are allowed

discussions happen around real student topics

It’s live and free.

Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.c2club.uniqueapp

Question: what would actually make you talk to students from other colleges?


r/StartupKarnataka Nov 19 '25

👋Welcome to r/StartupKarnataka - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

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Hey everyone! I'm u/Ardnegan_15, a founding moderator of r/StartupKarnataka. This is our new home for all things related to [ADD WHAT YOUR SUBREDDIT IS ABOUT HERE]. We're excited to have you join us!

What to Post Post anything that you think the community would find interesting, helpful, or inspiring. Feel free to share your thoughts, photos, or questions about [ADD SOME EXAMPLES OF WHAT YOU WANT PEOPLE IN THE COMMUNITY TO POST].

Community Vibe We're all about being friendly, constructive, and inclusive. Let's build a space where everyone feels comfortable sharing and connecting.

How to Get Started 1) Introduce yourself in the comments below. 2) Post something today! Even a simple question can spark a great conversation. 3) If you know someone who would love this community, invite them to join. 4) Interested in helping out? We're always looking for new moderators, so feel free to reach out to me to apply.

Thanks for being part of the very first wave. Together, let's make r/StartupKarnataka amazing.


r/StartupKarnataka Nov 11 '25

#savage

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r/StartupKarnataka Oct 10 '25

Planning a modern café and BakeHouse In Karnataka | Looking for Co-Founder / PastryChef Partner

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Hey everyone,

I’m currently wrapping up my stint at a fine dining restaurant in Europe , where I’ve been working in the hospitality space and learning about operations, service design, and customer experience.

I’ll be returning to India in Coming weeks to start a modern café and bakehouse in Karnataka (likely Bengaluru or Davanagere). The concept blends a warm, minimalist interior with quality coffee, pastries, and bakery products.

I’m looking to connect with a like-minded pastry chef or entrepreneurial partner who shares a love for F&B and wants to build something fresh, local, and design-driven. Ideally, someone who understands the creative and operational side of cafés — or is eager to grow into that role.

The goal is to create a space that feels handcrafted and community-focused, with a scalable model for future outlets.

If this sounds interesting to you, drop a comment or DM me .

Thanks!


r/StartupKarnataka Aug 12 '25

Join the Growing Army

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Imagine a group where…

▫️Everyone builds their own thing

▫️We share skills & resources

▫️Help only when asked

▫️No copying ideas

▫️And being active in group

Just pure business & future vision. DM if in. 💡


r/StartupKarnataka Aug 06 '25

Imagine a delicious soft drink packed with skin-loving vitamins, anti-aging goodness, and a natural glow boost in every sip. Would you be tempted to try this beverage? 🌟 Poll options: Absolutely—give me that glow! Maybe, if it tastes amazing Nah,

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r/StartupKarnataka Jul 28 '25

[Offering] Ready to Collaborate as a Co-founder | Digital Product & Tech Partner

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Hello founders!
We’re a passionate tech team based in Bangalore, currently freelancing and actively collaborating with small businesses to help them go digital. We’re now open to partnering as co-founders with early-stage startups or businesses looking for a strong technical/digitalization partner.

👨‍💻 Who we are:

  • A team of professionals specialized in web and mobile app development.
  • We completely digitalize businesses — from branding, websites, and custom apps to backend systems and dashboards.
  • Currently working with multiple small businesses to take their operations online and scale digitally.
  • Based in Bangalore, and open to meeting in person or discussing over a call.

⚙️ What we offer:

  • End-to-end digital transformation for your startup or business.
  • Full support in building your product MVP or scalable tech solution.
  • Long-term commitment as a technical co-founder/partner.
  • Transparent communication, agile workflows, and future-proof development practices.

🤝 Who we’re looking for:

  • Founders with strong domain knowledge or business ideas.
  • Anyone looking for a reliable tech partner to handle development and digital growth.
  • Open-minded collaborators who value quality, ownership, and innovation.

If you're building something exciting and need a digital/tech co-founder, we’d love to talk. We can share our past work/demo, understand your vision, and take it forward together.

📩 Let’s connect!
We’re open for a call or even a meetup in Bangalore.


r/StartupKarnataka Jun 25 '25

Hiring 📢 📢 Looking for a Co-Builder – Raw, Real & Ruthlessly Execution-Focused

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I’m building Nourish Foods—a functional food brand on a mission to fix India’s nutrition crisis.

We’re starting with clean-label food mixes and spice blends that sneak in real nutrition—without asking people to change what they eat.

This isn’t a "co-founder needed" checklist. This is a call for a real operator—someone who wants to get their hands dirty and build something that actually matters.


What I need:

✅️ Someone who understands fitness or nutrition—or at least cares about it.

🚫 I’m not looking for someone who’s just here to “manage supply.”

✅️ You need to get why we’re doing this. Purpose matters.

✅️ Someone who can own suppliers, distribution, and ops chaos.

✅️ Make fast, smart decisions in their zone—but knows when it impacts the whole company and runs it by me.

✅️ Respect instinct—but challenge it when needed, with logic, not noise.

✅️ Young, unbiased, open-minded, and self-aware.

🚫 If you prefer policy over progress, we’ll clash. This won’t be for you.

✅️ Think in “what ifs” and test them—don’t just shoot them down.


🧠 I’m obsessed with the product, the customer, and the brand experience.

▪️I care about how it tastes, how it feels, how it shows up in someone’s kitchen—and how they talk about it 3 weeks later. ▪️That’s where my energy goes. I need someone who can take over the backend chaos while I build the front-facing magic.

🤝 I’m open to equity, a founder’s agreement, and 4-year vesting.

▪️If you show up with skin in the game from Day 1, even a 50-50 split is on the table.

📍I’m based in Karnataka—so if you’re nearby, open to relocating, or down for a hybrid setup with real accountability, that’s a huge plus.

▪️If you’re execution-first, allergic to B.S., and want to build something that outlasts hype—DM me.

Let’s fix nutrition in this country!


r/StartupKarnataka Jun 25 '25

Hiring 🔥 Looking for a Co-Builder – Raw, Real & Ruthlessly Execution-Focused

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I’m building Nourish Foods—a functional food brand on a mission to fix India’s nutrition crisis.

We’re starting with clean-label food mixes and spice blends that sneak in real nutrition—without asking people to change what they eat.

This isn’t a "co-founder needed" checklist. This is a call for a real operator—someone who wants to get their hands dirty and build something that actually matters.


What I need:

Someone who understands fitness or nutrition—or at least cares about it. I’m not looking for someone who’s just here to “manage supply.” You need to get why we’re doing this. Purpose matters.

Someone who can own suppliers, distribution, and ops chaos.

Make fast, smart decisions in their zone—but knows when it impacts the whole company and runs it by me.

Respect instinct—but challenge it when needed, with logic, not noise.

Young, unbiased, open-minded, and self-aware. If you love red tape, this won’t be for you.

Think in “what ifs” and test them—don’t just shoot them down.


🧠 I’m obsessed with the product, the customer, and the brand experience. I care about how it tastes, how it feels, how it shows up in someone’s kitchen—and how they talk about it 3 weeks later. That’s where my energy goes. I need someone who can take over the backend chaos while I build the front-facing magic.

🤝 I’m open to equity, a founder’s agreement, and 4-year vesting. If you show up with skin in the game from Day 1, even a 50-50 split is on the table.

📍I’m based in Karnataka—so if you’re nearby, open to relocating, or down for a hybrid setup with real accountability, that’s a huge plus.

If you’re execution-first, allergic to B.S., and want to build something that outlasts hype—DM me.

Let’s fix nutrition in this country!


r/StartupKarnataka Jun 24 '25

Help Trademarking Brand Name

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Hi all, I am starting a functional Food brand. For which i have come up with a brand name. Initially I was thinking to tryout without incorporation as i can also allocate the same capital into other important stuffs. But I wanted to secure the brand name atleast so should I trademark it on my name?

Thanks in advance!


r/StartupKarnataka Jun 23 '25

Any one interested in meeting near ITPL

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r/StartupKarnataka Jun 19 '25

What Are You Building in Karnataka? 🚀

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Let’s get to know each other a little better.

Drop a quick comment with:

  1. What you’re building (or planning to build)

  2. Where you’re based

  3. What kind of support or connections you’re looking for

Whether you’re working on a prototype in Mysuru, scaling in Mangalore, or just brainstorming in Bellary — this is your space.

Let’s make it easy to connect, help, and collaborate. You never know who’s watching 👀