Juspay Turns Unicorn at $1.2 Billion Valuation, Secures $50 Million Funding from WestBridge Capital

Payments infrastructure firm Juspay has raised $50 million in a Series D follow-on funding round from WestBridge Capital, resulting in a valuation of $1.2 billion, as per news reports.  

The company plans to utilise the funds for international expansion and technology enhancement. 

Juspay Secures $50 Million, Reaches Unicorn Status 

On January 23, 2026, Juspay announced a $50 million raise in a Series D round led by WestBridge Capital. The funding comprised both primary and secondary transactions. This latest capital injection has elevated the company’s valuation to $1.2 billion, positioning Juspay among India's unicorn startups. 

The primary capital will support Juspay’s strategic expansion across international markets, while the secondary component offers liquidity to early investors and employees with ESOPs. This is the company’s second liquidity event within a year. 

Expansion and Technology Investment Plans 

The proceeds from the funding will be used to expand operations across Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Latin America, Europe, UK and North America.  

Juspay aims to invest in enhancing its payments infrastructure and artificial intelligence capabilities to optimise merchant experience and internal efficiency. 

Founded in 2012, Juspay provides core payment infrastructure solutions for enterprises and banks across digital ecosystems. It currently handles over 300 million transactions daily and has a total payment volume exceeding $1 trillion on an annualised basis. 

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Performance and Clientele Overview 

In FY25, Juspay reported revenue of ₹514 crore, marking a 61% increase year-on-year. It turned profitable in the same period, recording a profit before tax of ₹27 crore and a profit after tax of ₹62 crore. This uplift was driven by booming digital transaction volumes and operational improvements. 

The company’s client base includes major names such as Amazon, Flipkart, Google, HSBC, Agoda, Swiggy, Zepto, IndiGo and Zurich Insurance. Juspay’s technology-driven and modular payment architecture continues to attract large-scale digital businesses and financial institutions. 

Conclusion 

Juspay’s recent funding of $50 million from WestBridge Capital and its unicorn valuation highlights its standing as a key provider in the digital payments infrastructure space. With significant transaction volumes and a growing client base, the company is expanding its footprint in global markets while strengthening its operational capabilities. 

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