The Startup Ecosystem of Dhaka
Home to 88% of Bangladeshâs startups, Dhaka boasts a vibrant startup ecosystem that is ranked 326 in the world.
CITY RANKING
While Dhaka decreased by 63 spots in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2022, its ranking in Bangladesh remained stable at 1 nationally since 2021.
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The Startup Ecosystem in Dhaka
Global Rank
Dhaka is ranked within the top 400 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Dhakaâs startups excel particularly in Transportation where it ranks 118 and in Education, and Foodtech. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Bangladesh - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 326th - 63 | 1.681 | 0.52 | 0.32 | 0.84 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Dhaka
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Successful Transportation startups in Dhaka
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Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 15 startups for Transportation.
In South Asia, Dhaka's Education is in top 190. Dhaka has a concentration of about 0% of the country's total Education startups that are represented on our map.
Foodtech is ranked 198th in the world. Our database contains 8 startups for this industry.
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Why should you join Dhaka's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Dhaka there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Transportation, Education, Foodtech. These three industries represent about 49% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Dhaka.
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Overview
Dhaka is Bangladesh's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 12th in South Asia. With a population of undefined, Dhaka is ranked th in the world. The city boasts some notable startup success stories including ShopUp.
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