Answer: Third
Notes: In the Startup Ecosystem Report 2025, Uttar Pradesh ranks third in India, with Maharashtra and Karnataka holding the first and second positions, respectively. The state has witnessed over 14,000 startups, showing remarkable growth. 26 startups from Uttar Pradesh have achieved unicorn status. Uttar Pradesh is the first state where startups are active in 49 districts. Earlier, startups were concentrated in Noida, Ghaziabad, Lucknow, and Kanpur. Now, they are expanding rapidly in smaller cities, strengthening the state's startup culture.
