Texial

What Texial does

Texial Innovations Private Limited is a Bangalore-headquartered cybersecurity company incorporated in 2017 that operates across three integrated lines of business: professional training and certification, enterprise cybersecurity services, and proprietary security technology. The training arm, branded Texial Academy, delivers ethical hacking, penetration testing, SOC analysis, and digital forensics programs both through in-person bootcamps across Indian metros (Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata) and selected international cities (Dubai, London, Toronto, Riyadh), and via proprietary certifications (TISA, TCSA, TCFI, TCPT) alongside third-party CEH, CHFI, CompTIA, and CPENT credentials. Pricing spans ₹199 entry-level masterclasses to ₹80,000 multi-certification bundles, and a Training Center Partnership program extends distribution through accredited institutional resellers.

The enterprise services portfolio covers vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT), digital forensics and incident response, 24/7 monitoring, compliance advisory (ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2), and offensive security engagements. Government clients in evidence include India's National Investigation Agency, Intelligence Bureau, Income Tax Department, Government of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu Government, and Bengaluru City Police, providing a high-trust reference base.

The technology stack centers on ThreatCloud AI (an AI-branded threat intelligence platform reporting 1,042,986 threats neutralized), supported by proprietary tooling including The Busted Suite (custom offensive/defensive toolkit), Active Trap (cyber deception with VAPT, SIEM, DLP, and access control), and Texial NEXUS Router (an internal ERP/CRM with hardware-level integration). Company structure is bootstrapped and founder-operated, with disclosed headcount in the 1–10 range and no institutional capital, funding rounds, or M&A activity on record.

Name

Texial

Legal name

Texial Innovations Private Limited

Website

https://texial.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Texial Innovations Private Limited is a Bangalore-based cybersecurity firm that delivers proprietary and third-party certification training, enterprise security services (VAPT, digital forensics, compliance), and AI-branded threat intelligence tooling to individuals, corporates, universities, and Indian government agencies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Services & Training

NAICS

Computer Training (61142), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

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Information Technology (IT) & Cybersecurity Certifications

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Professional Certification Programs

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Cybersecurity (General)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/IT, Networking & Cybersecurity Certifications

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Penetration Testing, Red Team & Ethical Hacking

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/IT, Networking & Cybersecurity Certifications

Keywords

• Cybersecurity training
• Penetration testing
• Digital forensics
• Threat intelligence
• Ethical hacking

Headquarters

HQ city

Bengaluru

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Cybersecurity Training & Certification: Revenue from teaching cybersecurity courses and certifications including CEH, CHFI, SOC, CPENT, and proprietary certifications (TISA, TCPT, TCSA, TCFI). Courses range from ₹199 for masterclasses to ₹30,000-35,000 for full certification programs.
2. Enterprise Cybersecurity Services: Consulting services including VAPT, offensive security, vulnerability management, security operations, cloud security, threat response, and incident response. 24/7 monitoring services for enterprise clients.
3. Digital Forensics Services: Digital forensics, multimedia forensics, and specialized investigations for examining cyber incidents, recovering evidence, and supporting legal cases.
4. Training Center Partnership Program: Franchise-style partnership model where institutions become accredited training centers, paying for certification programs and using Texial's curriculum and branding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Texial delivers integrated cybersecurity services and certification-based training. Managed services include vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT), digital forensics, 24/7 security monitoring, compliance/governance (ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2), and incident response, powered by proprietary tools such as ThreatCloud AI, The Busted Suite, and Active Trap. The Texial Academy offers hands-on certification programs (TISA, TCFI, TCSA, TCPT) and accredited third-party certifications (CEH, CHFI, CompTIA, CPENT) delivered in-person at training centers across India and internationally, plus online.

Product overview

Texial is a global cybersecurity company offering an integrated portfolio of information security products, managed services, and professional training. The core offering centers on ThreatCloud AI, a real-time threat intelligence and neutralization platform, complemented by proprietary tools including The Busted Suite (offensive/defensive toolkit), Active Trap cyber deception solution, and the Texial NEXUS Router internal management system. Service offerings include VAPT, digital forensics, compliance governance, and 24/7 security monitoring. The education arm, Texial Academy, delivers certification programs (TISA, TCFI, TCSA, TCPT) alongside courses for ethical hacking, SOC analysis, and penetration testing across enterprise, academic, and government segments. This creates a unified go-to-market offering combining technology products with professional services and training.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ThreatCloud AI Real-time AI-powered threat intelligence platform that monitors and neutralizes malware, phishing, ransomware, and DDoS attacks, with a live attack feed and counter metrics. Used for threat intelligence across enterprise and government clients.
• VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing) Proactive vulnerability assessment and penetration testing service using automated scanning tools to identify security weaknesses in systems, networks, and web applications. Targeted at enterprise clients and government agencies.
• The Busted Suite Proprietary offensive and defensive cybersecurity toolkit designed to find hidden vulnerabilities, unauthorized access, and authentication issues in systems, enabling deep security testing beyond conventional tools. Used by Texial's red/blue team engagements.
• Active Trap (Cyber Deception) Advanced cybersecurity solution for real-time threat detection, risk prevention, and data protection across modern IT ecosystems, incorporating VAPT, SIEM, firewall management, DLP, and access control.
• Digital Forensics Digital forensics services for evidence recovery, incident investigation, digital footprinting, and threat analysis. Includes hard disk, mobile, cloud, and audio/video forensics, plus multimedia forensics and specialized investigations supporting legal cases.
• Compliance & Governance Services Services ensuring organizations adhere to international security and privacy regulations including GDPR, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and SOC 2, through optimized security policies, processes, and controls.
• Texial Academy - Cybersecurity Training & Certification Comprehensive cybersecurity training program offering industry-ready education and hands-on practical training across ethical hacking, penetration testing, security operations, and digital forensics, delivered to individuals, businesses, universities, and governments.
• Texial Information Security Auditor (TISA) Industry-recognized certification covering vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, web application security, network security hardening, risk assessment, and compliance auditing, with hands-on tooling including Metasploit, Nmap, and Burp Suite. Priced at ₹25,000 (was ₹30,000).
• Texial Cyber Forensics Investigator (TCFI) Certification program training professionals in digital forensics investigation including data acquisition, file system analysis, volatile memory forensics, data recovery, network forensics, mobile forensics, malware analysis, and investigative reporting.
• Texial Certified SOC Analyst (TCSA) Certification program covering SIEM operations, proactive threat hunting, incident response, SOAR (Security Orchestration Automation and Response), and network forensics for Security Operations Center professionals. Priced at ₹30,000 (was ₹35,000).
• Texial Certified Penetration Tester (TCPT) Certification program for penetration testing professionals covering offensive security techniques, exploit development, and advanced penetration testing methodologies. Priced at ₹35,000 (was ₹40,000).
• 24/7 Security Monitoring Round-the-clock security monitoring and surveillance service for enterprise architecture to detect and respond to threats in real time.
• Offensive Security Services Strategic offensive security services including vulnerability identification, penetration testing, and simulated attack exercises to strengthen organizational defense posture.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,042,986 threats neutralized through ThreatCloud AI platform
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Training Center PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInstitutions can partner with Texial to become accredited training centers, gaining access to curriculum, certifications, and branding. Partners receive vendor-independent cybersecurity training programs aligned with industry standards. The program aims to bridge the talent gap for cybersecurity in India.
• National Investigation Agency (NIA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTexial provides cybersecurity services and digital forensics support to India's National Investigation Agency, demonstrating government-grade security capabilities.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Koenig Solutions: India-headquartered IT and cybersecurity training provider offering CEH, CISSP, and vendor certifications across multiple physical centers. Comparable as a direct competitor in the Indian authorized-training-center market.
• Simplilearn: Indian edtech platform offering professional certification programs including cybersecurity tracks (CEH, CISSP, CompTIA). Closest direct peer given Texial's similar India-centric training focus, certification bundle pricing, and individual/professional learner audience.
• EC-Council: Owner of the CEH, CHFI, and CPENT certifications that Texial resells and trains against. Directly comparable as both a creator and authorized training provider for the same credentialing ecosystem.
• OffSec (Offensive Security): Creator of the OSCP certification and Kali Linux. Directly comparable on the penetration testing training axis where Texial offers TCPT and CPENT — competing for the same advanced practitioner learner segment.
• eLearnSecurity (INE Security): Cybersecurity training brand under INE offering eJPT, eCPPT, and practical penetration testing certifications. Comparable as a competing proprietary certification ecosystem targeting the same practitioner audience as Texial's TCPT.
• HackerU: Cybersecurity training company specializing in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and SOC analyst programs with international footprint (Israel, US). Comparable in curriculum focus on ethical hacking and SOC operations.
• Great Learning: Indian edtech backed by Blackstone offering professional upskilling programs including cybersecurity tracks. Comparable as a direct competitor targeting working professionals seeking career advancement via certification programs.
• Infosec Institute: US-based cybersecurity training provider with bootcamps, certification prep, and enterprise upskilling across ethical hacking, pen testing, and SOC. Comparable as a specialized cyber-only training competitor to Texial's curriculum.

Broad incumbents

• SANS Institute: Global cybersecurity training incumbent offering GIAC certifications across offensive, defensive, and forensics tracks. Competes for enterprise cybersecurity training budgets but operates at a vastly larger scale and price point.

Emerging players

• Cybrary: Online cybersecurity training platform offering hands-on labs, certification prep, and enterprise team solutions. Comparable as a competitor for self-paced and online delivery segments of Texial's academy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/texialofficial

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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

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