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As technology changes the way we learn, education is now available to more people around the world. In India, where there is a growing demand for quality education, many new companies are offering innovative solutions to meet the needs of different learners.
Top 10 EdTech Startups:
1. Unacademy
Unacademy is an online learning platform based in Bengaluru. It was created by Gaurav Munjal, Roman Saini, and Hemesh Singh. The platform aims to gather a lot of knowledge in different languages for people to learn from. Unacademy connects skilled teachers with students from various cities who want a good education.
The startup says it has more than 13 million learners using its platform. They have over 50,000 people subscribed to their Unacademy Plus service. They also have 400 teachers covering 20 different types of exams, including tough ones like UPSC, IIT-JEE, and CAT.
USP: Unacademy has educated over 3 million students, partnering with top teachers to offer 2400+ online courses, both free and paid.
Founder: Gaurav Munjal, Roman Saini, and Hemesh Singh
Founding Date: 2015
No. of Employees: 1000+
Headquarters: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
2. Simplilearn
Simplilearn serves as a platform where professionals from various fields can enhance their skills through certification training courses. With a diverse range of over 200 courses, it covers sectors such as project management, IT service management, Microsoft certification, quality management, and financial management.
The company has received support from InnoVen Capital, Kalaari Capital, and Helion Venture Partners. These backers provide financial support and guidance to help Simplilearn continue offering valuable learning opportunities to professionals across different industries and functions.
USP: Simplilearn caters to various learners by using a mix of educational methods. They combine three online elements: live virtual classrooms with instructors, and self-paced, on-demand content.
Founder: Krishna Kumar and Kashyap Dalal
Founding Date: Apr 2010
No. of Employees: 1000+
Headquarters: San Francisco, California, United States
3. Jobaaj Learnings
Jobaaj Learnings, the educational technology arm of jobaaj.com, is recognized for delivering exceptional industry-focused programs to students.
The instructors associated with Jobaaj Learnings boast years of valuable experience in their respective fields, actively collaborating with leading companies to impart practical knowledge. From the perspective of Jobaaj Learnings, micro-learning stands out as the most effective means of consuming educational content. The organization is dedicated to a mission that revolves around instilling a habit of continuous upskilling among professionals. This mission is rooted in the belief that individuals can enhance their skills by dedicating small increments of time daily, even amidst their busy lifestyles.
USP: Jobaaj Learnings provides top-notch industry-focused programs to students. They are the first to introduce a personalized micro-learning education model in India.
Founder: CA Saksham Agarwal and Twinkle Gupta
Founding date: 2019
No. of Employees: 100+
Headquarters: Gurugram, Delhi, India
4. Udemy
Udemy provides a vast array of courses covering a wide range of topics, from Microsoft Excel for beginners to advanced users, to comprehensive programs like The Complete Digital Marketing Course, which combines 12 courses in one. Other notable courses include The Web Developer Bootcamp and Machine Learning A-Z: Hands-On Python & R In Data Science.
One of the unique features of Udemy is that it allows users to choose from courses taught by some of the best instructors worldwide. What's even better is that once you enroll in a course on Udemy, you get lifetime access to the course materials, accessible through both their website and mobile app.
USP: Udemy follows a distinctive consumer proposition model with two categories. The first category caters to students aiming to enhance their skills through various courses.
Founder: Oktay Caglar, Eren Bali and Gagan Biyani
Founding Date: 2010
No. of Employees: 1000+
Headquarters: Gurugram, Haryana, India
5. UpGrad
UpGrad is South Asia's largest online higher education technology company, offering over 100 courses in collaboration with renowned global universities. Established in 2015, they have impacted over 1 million learners across 50+ countries.
With an 85% program completion rate, industry-relevant curriculum, and strong career support, upGrad focuses on delivering meaningful career outcomes, whether through transitions, acceleration, or boosting professional confidence. They stand out for their commitment to shaping successful careers for learners globally.
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USP: UpGrad's Data Science program offers a relevant curriculum, hands-on learning, mentorship, career support, and industry collaborations with flexibility for online learning.
Founder: Phalgun Kompalli, Ronnie Screwvala, and Mayank Kumar
Founding Date: 1st May 2015
No. of Employees: 1000+
Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
6. edX
edX is an online learning platform designed to prepare individuals, teams, and organizations for various career opportunities. Offering a wide range of courses and programs suited to different budgets, edX empowers you to develop the skills necessary to excel in your industry.
Whether you're looking to enhance your knowledge or achieve ambitious goals, edX provides access to job-relevant courses, ensuring you stay competitive and ready for any career moment that comes your way. This platform is your go-to resource for building momentum and staying at the forefront of your field. With a diverse array of offerings, edX is here to support your continuous learning journey and help you reach your professional aspirations.
USP: Open edX stands out globally with scalability, interactive features, powerful tools, prestigious partnerships, continuous innovation, learner-centric design, and robust analytics, making it a top choice for online learning.
Founder: Anant Agarwal
Founding Date: 2012
No. of Employees: 251 to 500
Headquarters: Lanham, Maryland, United States
7. Vedantu
Vedantu, based in Bengaluru, is an online learning platform where students can attend live classes. The founders, Vamsi Krishna, Pulkit Jain, and Anand Prakash, started Vedantu to make quality education available and affordable for every child in India. They launched this platform right after graduating from IIT-Bombay and IIT-Roorkee.
Vedantu offers classes for students in K12 and those preparing for tests. You can take these classes individually or in groups using their app or website. The classes are not pre-recorded; instead, they happen live, allowing students to interact and learn in real time. Additionally, Vedantu provides free content, live masterclasses on various subjects, short courses, and daily assessments for students and parents to access.
USP: The platform boasts quality teachers, a claim they'll verify. With 500+ instructors, they've taught over 1 million hours to 40,000+ students across 30+ countries.
Founder: Vamsi Krishna, Pulkit Jain, and Anand Prakash
Founding Date: 2011
No. of Employees: 1000+
Headquarters: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
8. Orion Edutech
Orion Edutech, based in Kolkata, is an ISO 9001:2015 certified educational company partnered with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). Founded in 2006, their goal is to bridge the gap between industry demand and skilled workers by creating champions for the future. Collaborating with organizations like CII, FICCI, BCC&I, and ASSOCHAM, they have successfully executed placement-linked projects under various ministries.
Offering courses in IT, Retail, Hospitality, Telecom, and more, Orion Edutech has affiliations with key skill development councils such as ASCI, BNWSSC, ESSCI, HSSC, and others. Claiming to have trained and placed over 3 lakh job aspirants, they operate 220+ training centers across 19 states in India.
USP: The institute supports students in developing practical skills for careers by providing training, skill development, and job placement assistance.
Founder: Manish Agarwal and Sanjeev Kothari
Founding Date: 2006
No. of Employees: 1000+
Headquarters: Kolkata, West Bengal, India
9. Classplus
Classplus is a platform that helps teachers and coaching institutes go online. It's like software that makes it easy for them to start teaching on the internet. The people behind Classplus think that teachers are really important for education in India.
They want to use technology to empower teachers so that big online companies don't replace them. When the COVID-19 pandemic happened, many teachers had to switch to online classes to keep earning and keep their students. Classplus saw more people using their platform during that time.
USP: Creating and teaching on your Classplus app is easy. Add text, videos, quizzes, and more to provide a great learning experience for your students.
Founder: Bikash Dash, Nikhil Goel, Vatsal Rustagi, Mukul Rustagi and Bhaswat Agarwal
Founding Date: 2018
No. of Employees: 251 to 500
Headquarters: Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
10. Edurev Learning
EduRev is a platform where teachers create and offer courses. The unique aspect is that these courses are not just taught by the platform but by actual teachers who host and sell them. EduRev has a wide range of courses, exceeding 1,000, covering entire school curriculums. It's not just limited to regular school subjects;
EduRev also includes preparation material for major competitive exams such as JEE, NEET, UPSC, CAT, and more, catering to both post-school and post-college educational needs. The platform strives to make learning comprehensive and accessible for students preparing for various exams and stages of their educational journey.
USP: The company's platform is like an online library where teachers, authors, and publishers create courses for anyone to access. Students can learn from their devices, anytime, anywhere.
Founder:Kunaal Satija and Hardik Dhamija
Founding Date: 2017
No. of Employees: 21 to 40
Headquarters: Gurugram, Haryana, India
The edtech sector is brimming with innovation and has immense potential for scale and impact. These are the top 10 startups leading the charge to make education accessible, engaging, and employment-oriented. Exciting times lie ahead for Indian edu tech startups!
