NASSCOM

What NASSCOM does

NASSCOM (National Association of Software and Service Companies), founded in 1988 and headquartered in New Delhi, is India's apex non-profit industry association representing the country's $254 billion technology sector and 3,500+ member companies across IT-BPM, Global Capability Centres, startups, and SMEs. It operates a portfolio of strategic initiatives and councils — Nasscom AI, Nasscom Deeptech (targeting 10,000 deeptech startups by 2030), the Centre of Excellence supported by MeitY, the Responsible AI Hub, GenAI Foundry, FutureSkills Prime, AI Pathshala, and the IT-ITeS Sector Skill Council — alongside sector councils for GCCs, ER&D, BPM, SMEs, and Talent. It also runs the wholly-owned Data Security Council of India (DSCI) subsidiary for cybersecurity and data privacy advocacy.

NASSCOM's business model is membership-driven, with annual tiered subscription fees ranging from Rs. 25,000 (emerging startups below Rs. 5 crore revenue) to Rs. 60,00,000 (large enterprises above Rs. 10,000 crore revenue) plus GST, structured across Large (A1–A5), Growth (B–D), Emerging (D–F), Associate, and Institutional categories. Revenue is supplemented by event registration and corporate sponsorship across flagship events (Nasscom DES, People Summit, GCC Summit, SME Inspire Awards) and by paid publications such as the Quarterly Industry Review, GCC Value Orbit, and AI Talent reports. Distribution is via 9 regional councils in India and international forums in the UK, US, and Middle East, supported by a digital platform at nasscom.in and direct enterprise account management.

Governance is vested in elected member-company executives: Srikanth Velamakanni (Co-founder & Group CEO, Fractal Analytics) assumed the Chairperson role in April 2026, succeeding Sindhu Gangadharan, with Kishor Patil (CEO, KPIT Technologies) as Vice Chairperson and Rajesh Nambiar as President. The association holds a quasi-official position as the primary interlocutor with MeitY, DPIIT, NITI Aayog, state governments, and international bodies, engaging in policy advocacy, talent development, market research, and ecosystem orchestration across India's technology value chain.

Name

NASSCOM

Legal name

National Association of Software and Service Companies

Website

https://nasscom.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

NASSCOM (founded 1988) is India's apex non-profit industry association representing 3,500+ member companies across the $254 billion IT-BPM, GCC, startup, and SME technology sectors, delivering policy advocacy, talent development, sector-specific councils, and AI/Deeptech ecosystem programs.

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Product category

Industry Trade Association

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Business Associations (813910)

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akta.pro primary industry

Strategic Partnerships, Alliances & JVs Advisory (BPAHADAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

National Generalist Staffing Firms (BPACACAI)

Keywords

• Industry trade association
• Technology sector advocacy
• IT industry council
• Talent development programs
• Policy advocacy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bangalore

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Annual membership fees from IT-BPM organizations, categorized by revenue size (Large, Growth, Emerging) with fees ranging from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 60,00,000 per annum plus GST
2. Event Registration and Sponsorship: Revenue from organizing flagship events including Nasscom DES, People Summit, GCC Summit, and various regional conferences with attendee fees and corporate sponsorships
3. Publications and Reports: Paid research publications and industry reports including Quarterly Industry Reviews, GCC Value Orbit report, and specialized sector analysis

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

NASSCOM operates as India's apex IT-BPM industry association, offering tiered membership programs (Regular, Associate, Institutional) to 3,500+ member companies, along with sector-specific councils (GCC, ER&D, BPM, SME, Talent), skilling platforms such as FutureSkills and AI Pathshala, innovation programs including the Deeptech Club, Centre of Excellence, and GenAI Foundry, plus paid research publications, flagship events (Nasscom DES, People Summit, GCC Summit), and policy advocacy with central and state governments.

Product overview

NASSCOM (National Association of Software and Service Companies) is India's apex IT industry body and trade association representing the $254+ billion technology sector. Rather than a single product, NASSCOM operates as a multi-initiative platform offering industry-focused programs including: Nasscom AI and Deeptech initiatives (encompassing the Centre of Excellence, Responsible AI Hub, and GenAI Foundry programme) for AI and deep technology innovation; FutureSkills and AI Pathshala for workforce skilling; sector-specific councils (Talent Council, GCC Council, ER&D Council, BPM Council, SME Council) providing strategic guidance and community engagement; and IT-ITeS SSC for certification-based talent development. These offerings are designed to serve the Indian tech ecosystem across talent development, innovation acceleration, policy advocacy, and industry collaboration rather than functioning as a unified commercial product.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nasscom Centre of Excellence (CoE): A deep technology innovation ecosystem supporting startups, enterprises, and government agencies in AI, IoT, data science, AR/VR, and robotics.
• Nasscom AI
• Nasscom Deeptech
• Nasscom FutureSkills
• Nasscom GCC Council
• Nasscom ER&D Council
• Nasscom BPM Council
• Nasscom SME Council
• Nasscom Talent Council
• Nasscom Deeptech Club / DTC accelerate
• GenAI Foundry
• Data Security Council of India (DSCI)
• Nasscom Responsible AI Hub
• Nasscom Engineering Summit (DES)
• Nasscom People Summit
• TechSagar

Products and services

• FutureSkills Platform A flagship reskilling and upskilling platform developed in collaboration with the Government of India under the FutureSkills PRIME initiative, providing curated learning paths in AI, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Big Data, IoT, Blockchain, and more. Targeted at India's tech workforce seeking to upskill in emerging technologies.
• AI Pathshala A curated learning initiative designed to bridge the growing skill gap in artificial intelligence by equipping learners with foundational and advanced AI capabilities, with emphasis on hands-on training and industry-aligned content. Targeted at learners across India's tech ecosystem.
• IT-ITeS Sector Skill Council (SSC Nasscom) Certification-based upskilling and reskilling body established under NSDC, offering industry-validated curricula, academic partnerships, and vocational training across schools, colleges, training institutes, and enterprises for India's IT-ITeS sector.
• DSCI Certified Data Protection Officer (DCDPO) Professional certification developed by DSCI (a NASSCOM initiative) to build India's capacity in data privacy and protection, equipping individuals with comprehensive knowledge of data governance, legal frameworks, compliance, and risk management. Targeted at privacy professionals and data protection officers.
• Nasscom Centre of Excellence (CoE) - Deeptech India's largest deep technology innovation ecosystem serving as a collaborative hub for startups, innovators, enterprises, and government agencies with focus on IoT, AI, Data Science, Big Data, AR/VR, Machine Learning, and Robotics, supported by MeitY. Targeted at deeptech startups, enterprises, and government agencies seeking collaboration and innovation support.
• GenAI Foundry Programme One of India's most focused platforms for building globally competitive generative AI ventures, supporting high-potential generative AI startups with growth acceleration, mentorship, and market access. Targeted at early-stage and growth-stage GenAI startups.
• Nasscom GCC Council Brings together leaders from across the Global Capability Centre ecosystem to position India as the preferred global destination for innovation-led, future-ready GCCs, supporting the transition from execution to strategic transformation hubs. Targeted at MNCs operating GCCs in India.
• Nasscom ER&D Council Spearheads the national effort to unlock growth for India's Engineering R&D sector through technology skills development, AI transformation, and global market expansion, targeting $100B+ R&D revenue by 2030. Targeted at engineering R&D service providers and technology centers.
• Nasscom BPM Council Steers the transformation of India's Business Process Management industry, positioning it as the global partner of choice for cutting-edge BPM services spanning customer experience management, intelligent automation, and business transformation. Targeted at BPM companies and CX service providers.
• Nasscom SME Council Enables India's Small and Medium Technology Enterprises to become resilient and future-ready through strategic mentorship, international exposure, skilling, and innovation-driven programs including SME Inspire Awards, DISHA Mentorship, and AI Champions Program. Targeted at Indian technology SMEs.
• Nasscom Talent Council Strategic industry think tank shaping India's tech talent landscape, co-creating models for talent mobility, gig engagement, DEI, and retention while building an AI-ready workforce for tech services. Targeted at HR and talent leaders from member companies.
• Responsible AI Hub Drives strategic programs and activities focused on raising awareness, building capacity, and influencing both domestic and international policy decisions regarding responsible AI development and deployment. Targeted at policymakers, enterprises, and AI practitioners.
• Nasscom Deeptech Club / DTC accelerate A 20-week growth program for deeptech startups supporting commercialization and deployment pathways, including the DTC accelerate program. Targeted at Indian deeptech startups seeking growth and market access.
• TalentX (ER&D Talent Forum) Strategic initiative to embed industry into India's education value chain, building deployment-ready engineering workforce through structured programs, integrated delivery models, and quarterly governance. Targeted at engineering talent and ER&D employers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Indian tech industry projected to reach $300 billion revenue in FY26
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered regional, key and core.

• Tamil Nadu GovernmentregionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2026Deliberations with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on strengthening industry-government collaboration for state's technology ecosystem, building industry-ready digital talent, and advancing AI readiness
• Karnataka GovernmentregionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2026Partnership with Karnataka government for Centre for Applied AI for Tech Solutions (CATS) with $2.4 million investment to boost AI, robotics, automation, and digital transformation
• High Commission of India in the United KingdomkeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2026Joint launch of UK Technology Advisory Council to accelerate India-UK technology partnership including AI collaboration, cross-border trade, investment, and talent development aligned with Vision 2030 goals
• DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade)keyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2026Collaboration on revised startup definition to include DeepTech startups and support policy framework for innovation ecosystem
• AnthropickeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2026NASSCOM and MeitY engaged with Anthropic seeking access to Mythos AI model for India's technology sector to build cyber resilience; discussions ongoing for inclusion in Project Glasswing cybersecurity initiative
• AI Curriculum TaskforcekeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2026Partnership with government AI Curriculum Taskforce to overhaul AI education through curriculum redesign, practical exposure increase from 25-30% to 40-75%, and national shared AI infrastructure development
• NITI AayogkeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 May 2026Participation in high-level Education-to-Employment and Enterprise Standing Committee chaired by NITI Aayog CEO to bridge education-employment gap and assess AI impact on jobs
• ZinnovcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2026Annual India GCC Landscape Report collaboration producing comprehensive analysis of India's GCC ecosystem with data on 2,117 centers, $98.4 billion revenue, and talent trends
• Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026NASSCOM Centre of Excellence supported by MeitY as a neutral enabler for scaling real-world AI and digital innovation deployments across India; plans for 58 AI Centres of Excellence including Tier II/III cities
• Google for Startups IndiakeyGTM or Marketing Partner · 27 November 2025Support for Google's two-week AI skilling program for startup founders using Google's tools including Gemini, Imagen, Veo, NotebookLM, and AI Studio; supported by MeitY Startup Hub, Startup India, IndiaAI Mission, and NASSCOM
• Indian IT Firms in UKregionalOthersNASSCOM reports that Indian IT firms support more than 35,000 jobs across the UK, with 62% of workforce located outside London in Greater Manchester, South Yorkshire, Birmingham, and Scotland
• ZinnovcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFive-year study confirming India's GCC transformation from low-cost offshore delivery to high-value engineering and strategic innovation hubs; report shows India hosts 500+ AI and ML centers
• IndeedkeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint research reports on AI hiring landscape showing 86% of Indian employers have seen AI impact job roles; report indicates 103% increase in internship postings and 40% preference for demonstrable AI skills over degrees
• IndeedkeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint report revealing 50% of Indian employers prioritize demonstrated AI capabilities over formal degrees; identifies top skills as Cloud (38%), GenAI/LLMs (37%), MLOps (32%), Data Analytics (32%)

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• techUK: techUK is the UK technology trade association representing over 900 member companies across the digital economy. It engages with UK government on tech policy, runs events, and provides member services — directly comparable to NASSCOM's role in India and a natural peer given NASSCOM's UK Forum and Technology Advisory Council.
• Information Technology Industry Council (ITI): ITI is the U.S. technology industry association representing major tech companies on public policy. Like NASSCOM, ITI focuses exclusively on technology sector advocacy, policy engagement with government, and member services — making it a strong functional peer despite geographic differences and its commercial-company member base.
• DigitalEurope: DigitalEurope represents the digital technology industry in Europe with members including major IT services and software companies. It mirrors NASSCOM's role in representing digital industry interests to policymakers, running advocacy campaigns, and convening industry forums — a direct functional peer despite different geography.

Emerging players

• TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs): TiE is a global not-for-profit fostering entrepreneurship with strong India presence through TiE Delhi-NCR, TiE Bangalore, and other chapters. It complements NASSCOM Deeptech Club's startup programs while also serving as an alternative ecosystem and networking platform for tech founders who might otherwise engage NASSCOM.
• iSPIRT (Indian Software Product Industry Round Table): iSPIRT is a think tank and advocacy body for Indian software product companies. It competes with NASSCOM for influence in the product/startup segment by engaging directly with government on product policy and DPIIT-related matters, fragmenting NASSCOM's traditional member constituency.

Broad incumbents

• Confederation of Indian Industry (CII): CII is India's premier business confederation covering multiple sectors including manufacturing, services, and technology. While NASSCOM specializes in IT-BPM, CII operates as a broader industry association with overlapping tech industry engagement and policy advocacy, competing for member mindshare among large Indian enterprises.
• ASSOCHAM: ASSOCHAM is a leading Indian industry chamber that convenes technology sector members through dedicated councils and committees. It competes with NASSCOM for IT services and BPM member engagement, runs conferences and policy submissions, and operates as an alternative advocacy channel for Indian tech companies.
• FICCI: FICCI is one of India's oldest and largest business chambers with a technology committee engaging IT sector companies on policy. Like NASSCOM, FICCI advocates for Indian industry with government, runs flagship events, and convenes sector-specific committees, making it a direct alternative membership destination for tech companies.

Regional players

• Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA): AIIA is Australia's peak industry body for the digital technology sector, providing advocacy, policy engagement, and member services. Like NASSCOM, AIIA represents tech companies to government, runs industry events, and supports workforce development — making it a comparable peer in another developed tech market.
• Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA): JEITA is Japan's leading electronics and IT industry association with similar membership-driven advocacy, policy engagement, and event programs. It is a direct functional peer to NASSCOM in terms of organizational model and member services but operates in a different national market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/nasscom
• YouTubeyoutube.com/NasscomVideos
• Facebookfacebook.com/NASSCOMOfficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/21777
• Instagraminstagram.com/nasscom_in

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments1 record

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