ICRI India

What ICRI India does

ICRI India (legally ICRI Life Sciences Private Limited, founded 2004) is a private Indian educational institution operating 14+ campuses across India under a multi-channel delivery model. It is structured around six distinct academic verticals: Clinical Research, Healthcare Management, Aviation Management, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Psychology, and Technology & Data Science. Programs span undergraduate (BBA, BSc, BCA, BA), postgraduate (MBA, MSc, PG Diploma), doctoral (PhD), executive, and online/distance-learning formats. The institution operates through a university-industry partnership model, delivering degrees via affiliations with Indian universities (Jagannath, Sushant, Mewar, Ajeenkya DY Patil, Jaipur National, Himgiri Zee, Indus) and providing practical training via hospital partnerships (Max, Hinduja, Narayana Hrudayalaya, Aakash) and 2,000-2,500+ corporate placement partners spanning pharma, CROs, IT, aviation, and logistics sectors. The corporate footprint includes a registered office in New Delhi and operational campuses in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, Ghaziabad, Bhopal, Dehradun, Jaipur, and Mangaluru.

The business model is tuition-driven, with three principal revenue streams: tuition fees for degree programs (described as subscription-recurring given multi-year enrollment), one-time fees for professional certification programs (PG Diplomas, Diplomas, Certificates), and professional services revenue from education consulting and industry conferences. Specific fee structures are not publicly disclosed. The go-to-market motion is sales-led and direct-to-consumer via campus enrollment, supplemented by online applications and digital marketing (website, social media, earned media coverage in Pharmabiz, NDTV Education, Times Now, The Hindu, Careers360). The company claims a 24,000+ global alumni network, 100% placement assistance, and average placed graduate salaries of INR 4.5-7 Lac PA. International credentials are enabled through partnerships with University of Cranfield (UK), Health Careers International (Australia, TEQSA-accredited), ICAO, and University of Waterloo (Canada).

Technically, ICRI does not operate a proprietary technology platform; its "core technology" consists of industry-aligned curriculum, simulations, internships, and field-visit training delivery. No APIs, integrations, or proprietary AI/ML systems are disclosed. The intellectual property footprint includes India's first published books on Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilance, pioneering PhD programs in Clinical Research, and the IIEC-B Independent Ethics Committee operating under ICMR/CIOMS/ICH-GCP guidelines. The institution is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, parent company, or institutional investors; growth has been organic over 18 years.

Name

ICRI India

Legal name

ICRI Life Sciences Private Limited

Website

https://icriindia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ICRI India is a private Indian educational institution operating 14+ campuses, offering UG/PG/PhD/Executive programs in Clinical Research, Healthcare, Aviation, Logistics, Psychology, and Technology & Data Science through university-industry and hospital partnerships serving individual students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees - Degree Programs: ICRI India generates revenue primarily through tuition fees for undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, executive, and online programs across its 14+ campuses. Programs include BBA, MBA, BSc, MSc, PhD in various specializations including Clinical Research, Healthcare Management, Aviation Management, Logistics & Supply Chain, Psychology, and Technology & Data Science.
2. Professional Certification Programs: Revenue generated from professional certification programs including PG Diplomas, Diplomas, and Certificate courses in specialized areas such as Clinical Research, Pharmacovigilance, Aviation, Logistics, and Healthcare Management offered through online and distance learning modes.
3. Consulting and Training Services: Income from providing education consulting services and hosting industry conferences and workshops in clinical research and healthcare sectors.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ICRI India is an educational institution that delivers specialized undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, executive, and online programs in Clinical Research, Healthcare Management, Aviation Management, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Psychology, and Technology & Data Science. Programs are delivered through 14+ campuses in India via partnerships with Indian universities and hospitals, complemented by online and distance learning. The offering bundles academic instruction with industry internships, professional certifications, and placement support.

Product overview

ICRI India is an educational institution offering a diverse portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, executive, and online programs across six main verticals: Clinical Research, Healthcare Management, Aviation Management, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Psychology, and Technology & Data Science. The institution operates through a unique university-industry partnership model with 14+ campuses across India and collaborations with international universities like Cranfield University (UK) and Health Careers International (Australia). Programs combine academic learning with practical industry exposure through internships and certifications from industry bodies such as ICAO and Galileo.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Clinical Research Programs Undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and executive programs in Clinical Research including BSc Clinical Research & Healthcare Management, PG Diploma in Advance Clinical Research, MSc Clinical Research & Data Science, PhD Clinical Research, and Executive MSc Clinical Research & Data Science, designed for students pursuing careers as Clinical Research Associates, Pharmacovigilance officers, and Clinical Data Analysts.
• Healthcare Management Programs Postgraduate, doctoral, executive, and online programs in Healthcare Management including MBA Healthcare Management, MBA Hospital Administration, Master of Public Health, Executive MBA Healthcare Management, PG Diploma Healthcare Management, PhD Healthcare, and PhD Public Health for aspiring healthcare administrators and public health professionals.
• Aviation Management Programs Undergraduate, postgraduate, executive, and online programs in Aviation Management including BBA Aviation, Diploma Aviation, MBA Aviation, Executive MBA Aviation, and PG Diploma Aviation Management for careers in airline operations, airport services, and aviation administration.
• Logistics & Supply Chain Management Programs Undergraduate, postgraduate, executive, and online programs in Logistics and Supply Chain including Diploma Logistics, BBA Logistics & Supply Chain Management, MBA Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Executive MBA Logistics, PG Diploma Logistics, and online Diploma Logistics for careers in logistics operations and supply chain management.
• Psychology Programs Undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive programs in Psychology including BA Psychology, MA Clinical Psychology, and Executive MA Clinical Psychology for students pursuing careers in clinical and counseling psychology.
• Technology & Data Science Programs Undergraduate technology programs including BCA Cyber Security, BCA Data Science, B.Tech in Data Science, B.Tech in Cyber Security, BSc Agriculture & Technology Management, and BBA Digital Marketing for students pursuing careers in technology, cybersecurity, and digital marketing.

Quantifiable outcome

• 19000+ alumni working globally in Clinical Research and Healthcare sectors
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers25 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• University of Cranfield, UKcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirst academic partnership established with University of Cranfield in the UK. This collaboration expanded ICRI's vision to meet global standards and raise the quality of clinical research education in India. The partnership provides students with international faculty exposure and a global perspective in Clinical Research.
• Jagannath UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI at Jagannath University embraces a dynamic 360-degree teaching approach, creating a highly engaging and student-centric environment. The New Delhi campus offers specialized BBA, MBA, BSc, and MSc programs designed to prepare students for careers in new-age industries.
• Ajeenkya DY Patil University, PunecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI partnered with Ajeenkya DY Patil University in Pune to offer tailored BBA, MBA, BSc, and MSc programs. Students can strategically shape their careers in the most dynamic and promising industries through specialized knowledge and skills programs.
• Mewar University, GhaziabadmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI provides New Age Courses at its campus in Vasundhara, Ghaziabad. All UG & PG programs are fully residential and UGC recognized. The collaboration expands learning horizons with flexible hours allowing students to study and work simultaneously.
• Sushant University, GurgaonmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Sushant University in Gurgaon for delivering specialized programs in healthcare, aviation, and logistics management sectors.
• Jaipur National UniversitymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI partnered with Jaipur National University to broaden students' learning opportunities. Students can advance their professions with specialized BBA, MBA, BSc, and MSc programs in promising industries including clinical research and healthcare.
• Himgiri Zee University, DehradunmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Himgiri Zee University for delivering MSc and other programs. Students benefit from quality education in clinical research and healthcare sectors.
• Indus University, AhmedabadmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI partnered with Indus University for BBA Aviation and other programs. The institution offers internship programs with Airports Authority of India through this partnership.
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI joined hands with ICAO, a UN specialized aviation agency, to provide Certification on Fundamentals of Aviation from University of Waterloo, Canada. This partnership confirms delivery of international standard education and training. ICRI is the first Indian institution to collaborate with ICAO.
• Health Careers International (HCI), AustraliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI joined hands with HCI Australia to develop and promote the healthcare sector in India. Under this collaboration, nursing candidates can obtain PG Diploma/Certificate from HCI, making them eligible to work in Australia's healthcare sector. Programs include PG Diploma in Nursing (1 year, Online), PG Certificate in Nursing (8 months, Online), and Certificate III in Individual Support.
• Akash Hospital, New DelhimajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI collaboration with Aakash Hospital provides students with learning opportunities from one of Delhi NCR's leading healthcare institutions. The hospital has established itself as a trusted name in advanced medical services across multiple specialties.
• P. D. Hinduja Hospital, MumbaimajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI provides Clinical Research programs in collaboration with P. D. Hinduja Hospital, a leading 400-bed hospital in Mumbai. Students receive unique exposure through practical training in hospital settings for certification and part-time courses.
• Max HospitalmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity-hospital partnership model providing degree and professional certifications through Max Hospital's clinical research and healthcare training facilities.
• Narayana Hrudayalaya Hospital, JaipurmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Narayana Hrudayalaya Hospital for clinical research and healthcare management education, providing students access to hospital-based training.
• World Health Organization (WHO)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI collaborated with WHO and Department of Science and Biotechnology for a two-day pharmacovigilance workshop followed by an international conference on Clinical Research and Development at IISc Auditorium, Bangalore. Event featured speakers from national and international regulatory bodies.
• University of Waterloo, CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICAO and University of Waterloo together provide Certification on Fundamentals of Aviation. Students at ICRI receive training certification from international aviation bodies through this collaboration.
• Drug Information Association (DIA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI collaborated with DIA and BCI for international conferences on Drug Discovery and Clinical Development in India. Events aimed to enhance transparency in the Indian Clinical Research industry.
• Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICRI received sponsorship from ICMR for its Fourth Annual Conference in Mumbai. The institution operates IIEC-B following ICMR, CIOMS, ICH-GCP Principles and Schedule Y guidelines.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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