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The startup fails to secure a deal on Shark Tank India.

By Startup Enthusiast · 14 January 2026

What they do

Avishkaar makes robotics kits, coding tools, and AI modules for children aged 5 to 15

On Shark Tank India Season 5, the founders asked Rs 80 lakh for 1% equity but all Sharks declined

Sharks cited too many moving parts and unclear market focus, despite India's new AI education mandate

Avishkaar, a STEM education startup, pitched on Shark Tank India Season 5 seeking Rs 80 lakh for 1% equity.
The founders, Tarun Bhalla, Yogita Bhalla, and Rajeev Gaba, presented their robotics kits and coding platform.
Despite the ask, all Sharks declined to invest in the company.
Anupam Mittal said the business has too many moving parts, like robotic kits.
Other Sharks cited a lack of market clarity and inconsistent branding.
The company has trained over 10 lakh students across 30+ countries.
Avishkaar's projected revenue for the current year is Rs 26–27 crore, with around Rs 15 crore already achieved.

India proposed making AI a mandatory subject from Grade 3 in the 2026–27 academic year.
The founders said this AI mandate could expand long-term demand for STEM education tools.
Despite the positive market signal, Sharks remained unconvinced about the company's focus and execution.
The rejection highlights challenges in the STEM education space despite growing policy support.

Avishkaar provides STEM education through robotics kits, including Mars Rover and Butler robots.
It offers AI modules and a coding platform for children.
The company targets children aged 5 to 15 years.
It operates in over 30 countries.
Avishkaar has trained over 10 lakh students through innovation labs and institutional partnerships.
Its product Tweak is a screen-free coding system using simple logic blocks.
Tweak features 14 learning phases and nearly one lakh combinations.
Tweak holds patents in five countries.
The company reported revenue of Rs 7.63 crore in FY23, Rs 10.36 crore in FY24, and Rs 13.36 crore in FY25.

The founders plan to leverage the AI mandate in India to expand long-term demand for STEM education tools.

Anupam Mittal (declined) — Shark on Shark Tank India; cited too many moving parts in the business.
Other Sharks (declined) — Sharks on Shark Tank India; cited lack of market clarity and inconsistent branding.