What Shikho does

Shikho Technologies Bangladesh Limited is a Dhaka-based EdTech company founded in April 2019 by Shahir Chowdhury that operates a subscription digital learning platform targeting Bangladeshi students in Classes 6 through 10 preparing for the SSC board examinations, plus HSC and university admission preparation tracks. The platform delivers curriculum-aligned live and recorded classes, animated video lessons, live MCQ exams, smart notes, progress report cards, and an AI-powered doubt-solving feature called Shikho AI. Supplementary product lines include a free AI literacy course (Think AI), a Practical AI Series, a Spoken English module, and the EduTab learning tablet co-developed with Walpad. The company also offers free resources (YouTube video library, free half-yearly exam prep courses) as funnel toppers.

Shikho monetizes primarily through quarterly academic program subscriptions priced at ৳5,700 (approximately US$50) per quarter, with a 3-day free trial and a 5% discount on longer commitments. Additional revenue is generated from bundled add-ons (Practical AI, Spoken English, Interactive FutureBook) in annual campaigns such as Back to School 2026. Distribution is product-led and self-serve via the website and iOS/Android apps, with payment facilitated through bKash mobile wallet and a 16780 customer helpline; marketing relies heavily on Facebook community groups, YouTube content, and celebrity endorsements. The company has reached over 3 million students and 4.5 million app downloads, employs 251-500 staff, and operates from a single headquarters in Dhaka with no current international footprint.

The business has raised over $8 million across multiple funding rounds (2020-2025), including a $4 million Wavemaker-led seed in March 2022 that made Shikho Bangladesh's first startup at that funding level, a $900K strategic round in March 2023, and continued support in 2024-2025 culminating in a government-backed investment from Startup Bangladesh Limited to advance AI-driven learning. Shikho has executed two acquisitions (Bohubrihi in November 2021, Mainly Coding in January 2022) and has secured channel partnerships with Grameenphone, Walton, bKash, and Prothom Alo to extend reach across Bangladeshi student and parent segments.

Name

Shikho

Legal name

Shikho Technologies Bangladesh Limited

Website

https://shikho.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Shikho is a Bangladesh-based subscription EdTech platform founded in 2019 that delivers curriculum-aligned live classes, animated video lessons, MCQ exams, and AI-powered doubt solving to Class 6-10 students preparing for SSC board examinations, reaching over 3 million learners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Online Education

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

AI-Powered Tutoring & Study Assistant Platforms (EDANAGAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Virtual Test Prep & Online Supplemental Instruction (K–12) (EDAJADAI), Integrated Tutoring + Learning Content Platforms (Curriculum + Tutors) (EDANAGAL)

Keywords

• Online learning platform
• K-12 exam preparation
• Ai tutoring software
• Edtech subscriptions
• Educational video content

Headquarters

HQ city

Dhaka

HQ country

Bangladesh

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Academic Program Subscriptions: Subscription-based revenue model where students pay quarterly or annual fees to access full academic programs for Classes 6-10 (SSC preparation). Programs include live classes, recorded content, practice tests, study materials, and AI-powered doubt solving. Some courses are offered free as lead magnets.
2. Course Add-ons and Supplementary Content: Additional revenue from supplementary courses like Spoken English, Practical AI Series, and interactive FutureBook materials bundled with program enrollment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Shikho sells year-long subscription-based academic programs for Classes 6-10 covering Bangladesh's SSC and HSC board syllabus, delivered through live and recorded classes, animated video lessons, practice MCQ/CQ exams, smart notes, report cards, and an AI-powered doubt-solving feature (Shikho AI). Supplementary paid offerings include Practical AI Series and Spoken English Series, while Think AI (an AI literacy course) is offered free. The company also co-developed the EduTab learning tablet with Walpad.

Product overview

Shikho is a digital learning platform operating as a platform-plus-modules architecture. Its core product is the Academic Program (School Program) — a year-long subscription covering Classes 6 through 10 for SSC preparation, with specialized tracks for Science, Humanities, and Business Studies groups, plus HSC preparation tracks. The platform delivers live and recorded classes, animated videos, MCQ/CQ exams, smart notes, and report cards, anchored by the Shikho AI doubt-solving feature. Supplementary modules include Think AI (a free AI literacy course covering generative AI text, image, and video), Practical AI Series, and Spoken English Series. The Back to School annual campaign bundles the academic program with exclusive physical gifts (backpack, Interactive FutureBook, Practical AI Series, Spoken English Series). Hardware offerings include EduTab, a joint tablet product with Walpad. Free resources include a Video Library and a free Half-Yearly Exam Preparation course. The platform has reached over 3 million students, 4.5 million app downloads, and 500,000+ learning materials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Think AI: A free AI literacy course in Bengali covering AI basics, generative AI usage, text prompting, image generation, video generation, and responsible AI use.
• EduTab

Products and services

• Academic Program (School Program) Year-long subscription covering Classes 6-10 with Bangla, English, Math, Science, ICT, and group-specific subjects (Science, Humanities, Business Studies) aligned with the SSC curriculum; delivered through interactive live classes, recorded sessions, animated videos, MCQ and CQ exams, smart notes, report cards, and Shikho AI doubt solving.
• Think AI Free standalone AI literacy course in Bengali covering AI fundamentals, generative AI usage (text prompting, image generation, video generation), and responsible AI use across 13 recorded videos in 4 chapters.
• Shikho AI Standalone Package Separately purchasable AI-powered doubt-solving package providing natural language query-and-response learning support, with fair usage limits and specific refund/exchange terms.
• Practical AI Series AI learning module that builds practical AI skills among students, bundled as part of the Back to School 2026 academic program enrollment.
• Spoken English Series English language learning module designed to develop spoken English proficiency among students, bundled with Back to School 2026 academic program enrollment.
• EduTab Localized learning-focused tablet co-developed with Walpad and manufactured/distributed by Walton, featuring curriculum-specific content and integrated digital learning tools designed for Bangladesh's students.
• Half-Yearly Exam Preparation Course (Class 9 Humanities, Free) Free mid-term exam preparation course for Class 9 Humanities students, including recorded classes, live sessions, unlimited practice quizzes, class notes, and practice books.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30 lakh+ students enrolled and learning on the platform
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WalpadcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 December 2025Bangladeshi technology company that co-developed EduTab with Shikho - a localized learning-focused tablet designed for Bangladesh's students with curriculum-specific content and integrated digital learning tools.
• bKashcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBangladesh's largest mobile financial services provider enabling easy digital payments for course subscriptions. Listed as both an investor and payment distribution partner.
• GrameenphoneminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBangladesh's largest telecom operator partnered with Shikho for distribution and marketing, enabling wider reach to students through telecom channels.
• WaltoncoreTechnology or IntegrationBangladeshi electronics manufacturer partnering with Shikho for hardware distribution and the EduTab tablet launch. Walton provides local manufacturing and distribution capabilities.
• Prothom AlominorGTM or Marketing PartnerBangladesh's leading Bengali-language newspaper serving as a media partner for coverage and marketing reach.
• LightCastle PartnersminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBangladeshi consulting firm providing strategic consulting and market intelligence support to Shikho.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• PhysicsWallah (PW): India-based EdTech offering affordable live classes, test-prep, and AI-personalized learning for competitive and board exams. Comparable to Shikho in price-led positioning, vertical depth (own teachers), and rapid scaling in South Asian K-12/competitive exam categories.
• ConveGenius: AI-powered adaptive learning platform serving India and emerging markets with curriculum-mapped content, teacher tools, and vernacular delivery. Shares Shikho's emerging-market AI-tutor thesis and focus on low-cost, curriculum-aligned personalized learning.

Broad incumbents

• Unacademy: India-based online learning platform with live classes, recorded lessons, and test-prep subscriptions. Operates an integrated tutoring-plus-content subscription model similar to Shikho's Academic Program, targeting competitive exam aspirants across South Asia.
• BYJU'S: India's largest K-12 and test-prep EdTech, offering live classes, animated content, and AI-driven personalization at massive scale. A broad incumbent with similar mechanics (live classes + adaptive content + AI tutor) targeting South Asian students preparing for board and competitive exams.
• Vedantu: India-focused live online tutoring platform for K-12 and competitive exams, with subscription pricing, live classes, and AI-enabled personalization. Closely mirrors Shikho's product-led, self-serve subscription model adapted to the Indian SSC-equivalent exam market.

Regional players

• Bohubrihi: Bangladeshi online learning platform offering courses in IT, freelancing, and professional skills. Was acquired by Shikho in November 2021 but continues to operate in adjacent skill-based verticals, making it a comparable Bangladesh-focused online learning brand.
• Interactive Cares: Bangladesh-focused online skill and education platform offering live courses, recorded lessons, and freelancing tracks. Competes with Shikho in Bangladesh for the same digitally engaged student base, with overlapping language (Bengali) and price-sensitive market dynamics.
• aLEAD: South Asia-focused K-12 learning and tutoring platform with adaptive content and test-prep programs. Comparable to Shikho in targeting regional school students with affordable, curriculum-mapped digital learning subscriptions.

Direct peers

• 10 Minute School: Bangladesh's largest homegrown EdTech platform founded by Ayman Sadiq, offering live classes, recorded content, and skill courses to Bangladeshi students. Directly competes with Shikho in the same Bangladesh K-12 and skill-learning market, often with government and celebrity endorsements.
• Doubtnut: India-based AI-driven doubt-solving platform for K-12 students using image/text-based queries. Most direct comparable to Shikho's AI doubt-solving feature, with a similar focus on vernacular, curriculum-mapped, AI-personalized learning for price-sensitive South Asian families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/shikhoedtech
• Facebookfacebook.com/shikho.bangladesh
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shikho

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds9 records

Investors13 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A2 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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