QZense Labs
qZense Labs is an Indian agritech startup founded in 2019 by Rubal Chib and Dr. Srishti Batra, headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The company specialises in IoT solutions for food quality assessment and management, aiming to reduce food wastage in the agriculture supply chain. Its flagship product, the Q-Scan, is a near-infrared handheld scanner that assesses the freshness, ripeness, and shelf life of fresh produce with 95% accuracy. qZense Labs serves retailers, wholesalers, and exporters, offering real-time inventory insights. The startup gained prominence after appearing on Shark Tank India in 2022, though it did not secure investment. As of 2025, it has raised $966,000 in funding and is valued at ₹22.2 crore, with clients including Udaan and Country Delight.[1]
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| Company type | Private |
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| Industry | Agritech, IoT |
| Founded | May 2019 |
| Founder | Rubal Chib, Dr. Srishti Batra |
| Headquarters | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
Key people | Rubal Chib (CEO), Dr. Srishti Batra (CTO) |
| Products | Q-Scan, IoT-based food quality assessment solutions |
| Revenue | ₹19.6 lakh (2024) |
| Website | www |
Founders & Leadership
- Rubal Chib (CEO): An electronics engineer, Chib graduated with a B.Tech from Rayat-Bahra Institute of Engineering and Technology in 2012. She has experience in IoT product development, having worked as an R&D engineer at Cube26 and as a project lead at Havells India Ltd. Chib drives the strategic vision and business development at qZense Labs.[2]
- Dr. Srishti Batra (CTO): Holding a PhD in computational biology from IISER Mohali, Batra specialises in food data analysis. Her expertise in spectroscopy and artificial olfaction underpins the Q-Scan technology. Batra leads product innovation and technical development.[2]
Origin & Founding Story
qZense Labs was founded in May 2019 by Rubal Chib and Dr. Srishti Batra to address the issue of food wastage in India's agriculture supply chain, which results in annual losses of ₹92,000 crore.[3] The idea emerged from Chib’s expertise in IoT and Batra’s research in computational biology. Their flagship product, Q-Scan, uses near-infrared spectroscopy and artificial olfaction to provide non-destructive quality assessment of fresh produce. The startup was incubated by Reliance JioGenNext and has since expanded its offerings to include cold storage and automation services.[4]
Timeline
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2019 | qZense Labs founded by Rubal Chib and Dr. Srishti Batra in Bengaluru.[1] |
| 2019 | Raised $320,000 in pre-seed funding from JioGenNext, SOSV, and others.[3] |
| 2021 | Featured in Forbes Asia’s “100 to Watch” list.[5] |
| 2022 | Appeared on Shark Tank India Season 1, pitched for ₹1 crore for 0.25% equity, no deal secured.[2] |
| 2022 | Received patent for artificial olfaction technology in fresh food supply chain.[6] |
| 2023 | Secured clients including Udaan, Country Delight, and Captain Fresh.[4] |
| 2024 | Partnered with Intel Corporation for enhanced processing using Core Ultra processors.[4] |
| 2025 | Valued at ₹22.2 crore, raised total funding of $966,000.[1] |
Funding
| Date | Round | Amount | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2019 | Pre-seed | $320,000 | JioGenNext, SOSV, Entrepreneur First[3] |
| 2020 | Seed | $1.8 crore | Not disclosed[6] |
| 2021 | Seed | ₹5 crore | SOSV, Venture Catalysts, Indian Angel Network[1] |
Business Model
qZense Labs operates a B2B model, targeting wholesalers, retailers, and exporters in the agriculture and food processing industries. The company generates revenue by selling its Q-Scan device, priced at ₹45,000–50,000, and charging for annual maintenance services. Its IoT solutions provide real-time data on food freshness, ripeness, and shelf life, enabling clients to optimise supply chains and reduce wastage by 40–50%. The web dashboard offers inventory insights and alerts, enhancing operational efficiency. qZense Labs also provides cold storage and automation services to large-scale operations, expanding its revenue streams.[7][3]
Products / Services
- Q-Scan: A handheld near-infrared scanner that non-destructively assesses the freshness, ripeness, sweetness, and shelf life of fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood with 95% accuracy.[2]
- IoT Loggers: Devices for monitoring storage conditions, integrated with a web dashboard for real-time alerts on spoilage and inventory management.[1]
- Cold Storage and Automation Services: Solutions for large-scale food storage and supply chain automation, introduced in 2023.[4]
Growth & Metrics
As of 2024, qZense Labs reported annual revenue of ₹19.6 lakh.[1] The company serves clients like Udaan, Country Delight, and Captain Fresh, indicating strong market traction.[4] Its valuation stood at ₹22.2 crore as of June 2021, with founders holding 58.98% equity.[1] The startup has not disclosed its user base or team size but has expanded its client portfolio across India’s food supply chain. In 2024, qZense Labs partnered with Intel to enhance processing capabilities, improving efficiency in post-harvest management.[4]
Legal Entity Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Legal Name | qZense Labs Private Limited |
| Foundation Date | May 2019 |
| Registrar of Companies (ROC) | ROC Bangalore |
| Corporate Identification Number (CIN) | U72900KA2019PTC124571 |
| Registered Address | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Email ID | rubalchib26@gmail.com |
| Company Status | Active |
| Directors | Rubal Chib, Dr. Srishti Batra |
| Authorized Share Capital | Rs. 240,000.00 |
| Paid-up Capital | Rs. 156,160.00 |
Media & Public Recognition
- Featured in Forbes Asia’s “100 to Watch” list in August 2021.[5]
- Covered by CNBC for its innovative IoT solutions in agritech.[2]
- Received a patent for artificial olfaction technology in the fresh food supply chain in 2022.[6]
- Won the Innovation Challenge at the NABARD-ONDC Hackathon in 2022 for developing a prototype for quality assessment of farm products.[6]
- Appeared on Shark Tank India Season 1 in 2022, gaining significant visibility despite not securing a deal.[2]
FAQs
- What is qZense Labs?
- qZense Labs is an Indian agritech startup that provides IoT solutions for food quality assessment and management, focusing on reducing food wastage.
- What is the Q-Scan device?
- Q-Scan is a handheld near-infrared scanner that assesses the freshness, ripeness, and shelf life of fresh produce with 95% accuracy.[2]
- Who are the founders of qZense Labs?
- The company was founded by Rubal Chib, an electronics engineer, and Dr. Srishti Batra, a computational biology PhD.[1]
- Did qZense Labs secure funding on Shark Tank India?
- No, qZense Labs did not secure a deal on Shark Tank India in 2022, but it has since raised $966,000 from other investors.[6]
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References
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- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 "Qzense Labs Shark Tank India Update". Shark Tank Talks. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "Reliance JioGenNext Backed Qzense Leverages High-Tech IoT To Fix Quality Control In Fresh Supply Chain". Inc42. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 "Is Qzense Labs out of business after Shark Tank India?". Shark Tank India Club. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Shark Tank India pitches that didn't get investment but ended up doing well". Lifestyle Asia. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 "What Happened to Qzense Labs after Shark Tank". BusinessModelOf. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ↑ "qZense Labs: Revolutionizing the Quality of Fruits and Vegetables in India". Professional Saathi. Retrieved 31 May 2025.