Formerly Known As: KiranaKart
Industry: Quick-commerce (Q-commerce)
Headquarters: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Services: 10-minute grocery delivery, ready-to-eat food via Zepto Cafe, and farm-to-city produce through Zepto Bloom
Website: zeptonow.com
Valuation: $5 billion as of August 2024
Revenue (FY24): ₹4,454 crore (~$530 million)
Market Share: 28% in India's quick-commerce sector as of January 2024
Expansion Plans: Aiming to operate over 700 dark stores by March 2025
Zepto offers a wide range of products, including:
Groceries: Fruits, vegetables, dairy, bread, eggs, pantry staples
Snacks & Beverages: Frozen foods, ice creams, cold drinks, juices
Personal Care: Beauty, hygiene, and grooming essentials
Home & Electronics: Cleaning supplies, small electronics
Zepto Cafe: Ready-to-eat food and beverages delivered in 10 minutes
Zepto Bloom: Platform connecting farmers with urban consumers
Both founders dropped out of Stanford University to pursue their entrepreneurial journey. They were previously featured in the Hurun India Rich List 2025 as some of the youngest wealth creators in the country
Supply Chain Issues: In mid-2024, Zepto temporarily suspended its Zepto Cafe service in several North Indian cities, including Delhi and Chandigarh, due to supply chain constraints Food Safety Concerns: The FDA suspended the operating license of Zepto’s warehouse in Dharavi, Mumbai, following reports of unsanitary conditions and expired products App Design Criticisms: Zepto has faced allegations of employing dark patterns in its app, such as differential pricing and hidden charges, leading to scrutiny over its user experience practices