Sarvam AI in talks to raise $300M at up to $4B valuation
Cognizant Technology Solutions is discussing an investment in the Bengaluru-based foundation model developer.
Sarvam AI is in discussions to secure approximately $300 million in a new financing round, according to a report by Inc42 [1].
The transaction could value the Bengaluru-based developer at between $3.5 billion and $4 billion [1]. Enterprise IT services provider Cognizant Technology Solutions is among the parties in talks concerning a potential investment in the business [1].
Founded in 2023 by Pratyush Kumar and Vivek Raghavan, Sarvam AI builds foundational artificial intelligence models, computing infrastructure, and business applications [1]. The executive leadership team also includes President and Chief Business Officer Sashikumar Sreedharan, while Cognizant is led by Chief Executive Officer Ravi Kumar [1].
The new funding talks follow a $234 million Series B round that the Indian artificial intelligence venture secured in June 2026 [1]. Neither organization has officially confirmed final terms for the proposed capital injection [1].
Questions and answers
How much capital is Sarvam AI negotiating to raise?
The company is in talks to secure approximately $300 million [1].
What valuation is being discussed for Sarvam AI?
Discussions place the company's prospective valuation between $3.5 billion and $4 billion [1].
Who is considering an investment in the round?
Cognizant Technology Solutions is in discussions regarding a potential investment [1].
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Sources
- 1.Cognizant In Talks To Invest In Sarvam At $3.5 Bn To $4 Bn Valuation: Report — Inc42, Oct 28, 2026
