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Darwinbox is an HRTech startup transforming how organizations manage their workforce with a comprehensive, AI-powered HR platform. Designed to automate the entire employee lifecycle—from recruitment to retirement, Darwinbox simplifies HR operations while driving efficiency, compliance, and engagement. Its cloud-based, scalable solution helps enterprises attract, retain, and develop top talent, ensuring a seamless and data-driven HR experience. By integrating cutting-edge automation and analytics, Darwinbox empowers businesses to enhance productivity and elevate employee satisfaction.

Darwinbox has raised $140 million in a round from investors Partners Group and KKR. The fresh funding will be deployed to deepen its technology leadership and accelerate its international expansion plans. The round—largely secondary with a small primary component—also saw participation by Gravity Holdings.

Darwinbox, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India, was founded by Chaitanya Peddi, Jayant Paleti, Rohit Chennamaneni, and Vineet Singh. In 2022, the company joined the unicorn club. Darwinbox operates in over 180 countries worldwide, providing localized HR solutions tailored to regional languages, cultures, and compliance requirements, with a strong presence in India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. “This investment is a testament to Darwinbox’s strong fundamentals and the trust we have earned from our 1,000+ global customer base,” said Jayant Paleti, Co-founder of Darwinbox. “By placing the employee experience front and center — and ensuring our platform is deeply configurable to diverse local needs — we have helped transform HR for enterprises globally. With top-tier investors backing us, we’re poised to amplify our global momentum and deliver innovative AI-powered solutions for thousands of enterprises worldwide,” he added.