The Startup Ecosystem of Bangladesh

Bangladesh boasts 3 cities in the top 1000 and is one of South Asia’s best countries for setting up a startup.

COUNTRY RANKING

Bangladesh’s startup scene remains stable in 2022 on the 93rd position, having kept 3 cities in the global top 1000.

Population

171.2
Million

Regional Ranking

4th
0
In South Asia

Global Ranking

93rd
0
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Bangladesh

In 2022, Bangladesh register a rise in Transportation startups. Some of the most notable success stories in this industry are those of , ShopUp.

Global Rank

Bangladesh is ranked within the top 100 startup ecosystems globally.

Top Industries

Bangladesh’s startup scene is best represented in Transportation, Health, and in Ecommerce & and Retail.

Top Cities for Startups in Bangladesh - Ranked by StartupBlink
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Startups

Notable Startups in Bangladesh
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ShopUp
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Pathao
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Shohoz

Startups

Successful Transportation startups in Bangladesh
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Pathao
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Shohoz
GIM - Digital Truck startup icon
GIM - Digital Truck

Startups

Startups Ranking by Industry

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Transportation
#51 worldwide

On our map, you can explore a total of 20 for Transportation.

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Health
#61 worldwide

In South Asia, Bangladesh's Health is in top 61. Bangladesh has a concentration of about 12 of the region's total Health startups that are represented on our map.

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Ecommerce & Retail
#67 worldwide

Bangladesh's Ecommerce & Retail is ranked 67th in the world. Our database contains 8 for this industry.

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