Backed by Capital-A, the deeptech startup will set up a critical flight component plant, scale certifications, and boost MRO services for UAVs and aviation platforms.
Bengaluru-based Misochain Technologies has raised ₹18 Cr (~$2 Mn) in a seed round led by Capital-A, marking a significant boost for India’s indigenous aerospace manufacturing ambitions. The funding will be used to establish a manufacturing facility for flight-critical components, accelerate certification programs, and scale engineering and MRO capabilities—particularly for UAV makers in the defence and commercial aviation sectors.
Founded in 2019 by Rama Kandula and Murali Krishnan, Misochain is emerging as a rare deeptech player building core aerospace infrastructure from India, at a time when national defence, space and aviation programs are seeking homegrown supply chain depth.
“This investment allows us to advance certification timelines, expand engineering depth, and move closer to serial deployment,” said cofounder Rama Kandula.
Building Flight-Critical Hardware, the Capital-Efficient Way
Misochain designs and develops indigenous, high-reliability components used in aircraft, drones, and test platforms.
Its portfolio includes:
- Air data probes, designed to withstand extreme flight environments
- Vibration isolation systems
- Actuators and solenoid valves
- Proprietary probe-heating technologies for high-altitude performance
The startup follows a capital-efficient hybrid model:
- In-house control over design, assembly, testing, certification, and IP
- Outsourced precision machining to trusted third-party vendors
- Holds AS9100D certification for aerospace design and manufacturing standards
Can India’s deeptech startups match global standards without massive capex? Misochain thinks so—and its latest raise is a step toward proving it.
Strategic Backing: From Accelerator to Assembly Line
Misochain is also part of MaXcel, an industrial tech accelerator backed by Capital-A and SanchiConnect. MaXcel supports hardware-first startups in aerospace, mobility, and defence with capital and supply chain access.
The funding will enable Misochain to:
- Set up a manufacturing plant for critical flight components
- Accelerate product certifications, key for defence contracts
- Expand engineering and MRO services for drone OEMs and aviation clients
“We’re positioning Misochain as a Tier-1 Indian supplier for next-gen aerospace,” said an investor from Capital-A.
A Rising Tide in Aerospace Deeptech
The raise comes at a time when India’s deeptech and aerospace sectors are seeing stronger investor interest:
- In 2025, the deeptech segment clocked 87 deals, raising $500 Mn, as per Inc42 data
- Garuda Aerospace raised ₹100 Cr to scale drone production
- Arctus Aerospace secured $2.6 Mn for defence-grade UAV platforms
With ISRO, DRDO, HAL, and private space and drone startups ramping up demand for flight-tested components, companies like Misochain are crucial enablers of domestic capability.
“We’re finally seeing the hardware flywheel spin in India—this isn’t just about software anymore,” notes a MaXcel advisor.
TL;DR
Misochain Technologies raised ₹18 Cr in seed funding led by Capital-A to build indigenous aerospace components. The startup will use the capital to set up a manufacturing plant, speed up certifications, and expand MRO support for UAVs. Backed by MaXcel accelerator, Misochain aims to be a key supplier for India’s defence and aviation sectors.
AI summary:
- Misochain raised ₹18 Cr from Capital-A to expand aerospace manufacturing.
- Builds critical flight hardware like air data probes, actuators, and solenoid valves.
- Will use funds for plant setup, certification, and MRO services.
- Part of MaXcel accelerator run by Capital-A and SanchiConnect.
- Reflects growing investor interest in India’s deeptech and defence sectors.
