Vijay Shekhar Sharma

Paytm is a prominent Indian digital payments and financial services company founded in August 2010 by Vijay Shekhar Sharma. Operating under its parent company, One97 Communications Limited, Paytm has grown into one of India’s largest digital payment platforms, boasting over 350 million registered users as of 2021. Initially launched as a prepaid mobile and DTH recharge service, Paytm has expanded its offerings to include a digital wallet, mobile recharge, bill payments, e-commerce, ticketing, and various financial services. This includes Paytm Payments Bank, UPI-based payments, insurance, and wealth management. The company also provides a QR code payment solution for merchants and an advertising platform for businesses to promote their services. Paytm's user-friendly services cater to a diverse customer base across urban and rural India, making it a key player in the country's digital financial ecosystem.