CollegeDekho, a leading edtech platform that simplifies college discovery and enrollment, has secured ₹40 crore in structured debt funding from Recur Club, a prominent debt marketplace. This funding comes shortly after a ₹30 crore equity infusion from Lighthouse Canton earlier this month.
A Series of Strategic Fundraises
This latest round adds to CollegeDekho’s growing financial momentum. In December 2021, the company closed a $35 million Series B round led by Winter Capital, ETS Strategic Capital, Calega, and Man Capital. The newly raised capital will be directed towards accelerating growth initiatives, advancing technology, and scaling operations in preparation for the upcoming admission cycle.
Empowering Students and Colleges Through Digital Innovation
Founded in 2015 by Ruchir Arora, Rohit Saha, and Saurabh Jain, CollegeDekho provides an AI-powered platform that guides students through their higher education journey. From college comparisons to application support and career planning, the platform empowers learners to make informed academic decisions.
Beyond B2C services, CollegeDekho also enables institutions with B2B offerings such as digital marketing, student lead management, and recruitment solutions. It partners with universities to promote future-ready, skill-based programs aligned with industry needs.
Backing from Recur Club
Speaking about the investment, Eklavya Gupta, Co-founder and CEO of Recur Club, said:
“At Recur Club, we recognize the critical role that platforms like CollegeDekho play in transforming India’s higher education landscape. Our investment underscores a shared vision of empowering institutions and students through scalable digital solutions.”
Impressive Market Presence and Impact
CollegeDekho has built a comprehensive database covering more than 35,000 colleges across India. In FY24 alone, the platform recorded over 225 million website sessions and offered free guidance to nearly 4 million students, assisting 60% of India’s private college admits.
The platform claims to have facilitated over 200,000 college admissions in the past seven years, driving ₹5,000 crore+ in tuition revenue for partner institutions.
Strong Revenue Growth
CollegeDekho reported a 32.2% year-on-year revenue increase, reaching ₹215.6 crore in FY24, up from ₹163 crore in FY23. This performance underlines the company’s ability to scale sustainably while delivering value to both students and educational institutions.
Higher Education in India Poised for Massive Growth
With India’s higher education sector projected to grow from $55 billion in 2023 to $180 billion by 2035, CollegeDekho is strategically positioned to ride this growth wave by enhancing accessibility, transparency, and outcomes in student admissions.