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Sanjeev Barnwal
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- Sanjeev Barnwal, the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Meesho, has built a remarkable career in India's startup ecosystem. His estimated net worth in early 2025 stands at around $2.1 billion, reflecting Meesho’s rapid expansion and increasing market influence.
- In January 2025, Meesho raised $550 million in funding, strengthening its position as a leading player in India's e-commerce landscape. The company also applied to shift its legal headquarters from Delaware to India, signaling a move toward launching its Initial Public Offering (IPO) in the country.
- With a valuation ranging between $3.9 billion and $4 billion as of early 2025, Meesho is on track for significant growth. While it is not yet a publicly traded company, investors are closely watching its IPO developments, which could open doors for public investment soon.
- Sanjeev Barnwal is a tech entrepreneur known for revolutionizing social commerce in India. He co-founded Meesho alongside Vidit Aatrey, playing a key role in shaping the company’s technology and innovation. He holds a B.Tech degree in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, a foundation that has helped him drive Meesho’s success in the competitive e-commerce space.
- As 2025 unfolds, Meesho's upcoming IPO and expansion plans will be critical in defining its future, making it a company to watch for both investors and industry experts.
Physical Status
Male
Education
Degree | Institution | Field of Study | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
Bachelor of Technology (BTech) | Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi | Electrical Engineering | 2008 - 2012 |
High School | DAV JVM Shyamali, Ranchi | - | 2005 - 2007 |
careers
Position | Company | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Founder and CTO | Meesho | Dec 2015 - Present |
Android Camera Hardware Abstraction Layer Architecture Designer & Developer | Sony Mobile Communications | Apr 2014 - Jun 2015 |
Embedded Real Time Operating Systems Developer | - | Oct 2013 - Mar 2014 |
Personal Application Design Engineer | - | Oct 2012 - Sep 2013 |
Android Application Development Intern | Samsung | May 2011 - Jul 2011 |
Personal Details
Married
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Awards and Honours
- Forbes 30 under 30
in Asia and India
- Economic Times 40 Under 40
- Fortune 40 Under 40
Sanjeev Barnwal Investments
Total no. of Investment
18
Sanjeev Barnwal has made 18 investments.
| Date | Company | Sector | Round | Investments | Co-Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-09 | Food & Beverage | Seed Round - Pep | $ 2.5 M | ||
| 2023-02-08 | Education Technology | Seed Round - Bluelearn | $ 3.5 M | ||
| 2022-12-04 | Agriculture Technology | Seed Round - Kapu | $ 8 M | ||
| 2022-11-03 | Renewable Energy | Series A - SolarSquare Energy | ₹ 1 B | ||
| 2022-11-02 | Education Technology | Seed Round - AlmaBetter | ₹ 216 M | ||
| 2022-10-11 | Social Commerce | Seed Round - Wishlink | $ 3 M | ||
| 2022-03-31 | FinTech | Series A - OneCode | $ 13 M | ||
| 2022-01-25 | FinTech | Series A - Raise Financial Services | $ 28 M | ||
| 2022-01-12 | Gaming | Series A - Turnip | $ 12.5 M | ||
| 2021-09-30 | HealthTech | Series A - Loop Health | $ 12 M | ||
| 2021-09-15 | B2B Networking | Seed Round - Anar | $ 6.2 M | ||
| 2021-09-02 | Religious Technology | Series A - AppsForBharat | $ 10 M | ||
| 2021-09-02 | FinTech | Seed Round - dezerv. | $ 7 M | ||
| 2021-07-29 | Artificial Intelligence | Seed Round - MURF.AI | $ 1.5 M | ||
| 2021-07-08 | Logistics Technology | Seed Round - Vahak | $ 5.3 M | ||
| 2021-06-29 | Social Learning | Series A - Airblack | $ 5.2 M | ||
| 2021-05-21 | Social Media | Seed Round - Mio App | $ 1 M | ||
| 2020-07-06 | FinTech | Seed Round - Decentro | - |