Aadyah Aerospace, an aerospace and defence technology startup, has secured Rs 31.5 crore (approximately $3.3 million) in a Series A funding round led by Helios Holdings. Angel investor Meenu Sharma also participated in the round, according to regulatory filings reviewed by sources.
To facilitate the fundraising, the company’s board approved the issuance of 30,92,176 Series A Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) at an issue price of Rs 101.87 per share. Helios Holdings, represented by Suraj Nalin, invested Rs 30.5 crore, while Meenu Sharma contributed Rs 1 crore to the funding round.
According to estimates, the investment increased Aadyah Aerospace’s valuation by more than 26% to nearly Rs 206 crore (approximately $21.6 million). In comparison, the company was valued at Rs 163 crore during its previous pre-Series A funding round. Furthermore, the regulatory filings revealed that Aadyah Aerospace will use the newly raised capital to acquire a US-based company, strengthen its working capital position, and support broader business operations.
Founded in 2016 by former ISRO scientists and experienced aerospace professionals, Aadyah Aerospace focuses on designing and manufacturing mission-critical aerospace and defence systems. The company develops propulsion systems, avionics solutions, guidance and navigation technologies, as well as electro-mechanical actuators for space missions, launch vehicles, and defence applications.
With this latest investment, Aadyah Aerospace’s total funding has surpassed $8.4 million. The startup has previously attracted backing from investors including SiriusOne, Keiretsu Forum, and several angel investors, reflecting growing confidence in its technological capabilities and long-term growth prospects.
Financially, the company experienced mixed performance during FY25. Its operating revenue declined by 9% to Rs 14.12 crore from Rs 15.53 crore recorded in FY24. However, despite the revenue contraction, Aadyah Aerospace significantly improved its profitability. The company reported a profit of Rs 1.47 crore in FY25, reversing a loss of Rs 35 lakh posted during the previous financial year.
Meanwhile, investor interest in India’s rapidly expanding spacetech sector continues to accelerate. The ecosystem recently witnessed major funding activity, including Skyroot Aerospace attaining unicorn status after raising $60 million. Additionally, Xovian Aerospace secured $2 million in funding led by Ashish Kacholia, while SatLeo Labs raised $2.2 million in a seed funding round.
The latest investment in Aadyah Aerospace highlights the increasing momentum within India’s aerospace and defence technology sector. As global demand for advanced space technologies, launch systems, and defence solutions continues to grow, investors are actively supporting innovative startups that possess strong technological expertise and scalable business models.
Aadyah Aerospace’s successful Rs 31.5 crore Series A funding round marks a significant milestone in its growth journey. The fresh capital will not only support strategic expansion initiatives, including a planned US acquisition, but also strengthen the company’s position in the aerospace and defence technology market. With improved profitability, rising valuation, and increasing investor confidence in the Indian spacetech ecosystem, Aadyah Aerospace appears well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities in both domestic and international markets.
