Skillroad Inc.

What Skillroad Inc. does

Skillroad Inc. is a private, Delhi-headquartered online education services company operating as a marketplace and lead-generation intermediary between prospective learners and partner universities in India. Founded in 2023 and operating with 1-10 employees, the company runs the website skillroad.in, which functions as a discovery, comparison, and application-support hub for fully online undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional certification programs.

The platform's product portfolio spans four core online degree categories (Online BBA, Online BCA, Online MBA, Online MCA) sourced through channel partnerships with 50+ UGC/AICTE/NAAC-A+ accredited Indian universities, including Amity Online, Manipal, LPU, Sharda, Chandigarh University, Jain, and NIMS. It also distributes skill certification programs including CDGA (Digital Marketing), ACCA, Financial Modeling & Valuation, Data Science & Analytics, and CFA. The underlying technology is a web-based marketplace with self-serve inquiry forms, supported by an inside-sales counselor team delivering phone and WhatsApp-based personalized guidance, scholarship assistance, and placement support. Distribution is digital-first across SEO, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp, and consent-based email/SMS.

Skillroad's revenue model is affiliate/referral-based, earning commissions from partner universities on successful student enrollments rather than charging learners directly. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; prospective students are routed to counselors for fee details. The company is bootstrapped with no disclosed institutional funding and claims operational reach across 150 countries while concentrating execution in India. Customer segments are entirely B2C, comprising working professionals seeking upskilling, aspiring undergraduates, graduate students pursuing specialized degrees, and skill-development seekers pursuing industry certifications.

Name

Skillroad Inc.

Legal name

Skillroad, Inc.

Website

https://skillroad.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Skillroad Inc. is a Delhi-based online education marketplace that connects Indian students and working professionals with 50+ accredited partner universities for online BBA, BCA, MBA, MCA, and skill certification programs, earning affiliate commissions on enrollments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Education Marketplace

NAICS

Educational Support Services (61171), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Career Exploration, Interest/Skills Assessment & Pathway Planning (EDAFAMAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Professional & Career Skills Tutoring Platforms (Coding, Data, Business) (EDANAGAI)

Keywords

• Online education marketplace
• University admission counseling
• Online degree programs
• Skill certification courses
• Career counseling services

Headquarters

HQ city

Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Educational Institution Partnerships: Skillroad generates revenue through partnerships with online universities and educational institutions. The platform receives compensation or commission for referring students to partner universities. Financial transactions are processed through payment gateway partners for application fees and related services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Skillroad operates an online education marketplace and counseling platform that connects prospective students and working professionals with 50+ UGC/AICTE/NAAC-A+ accredited universities offering fully online degree programs (BBA, BCA, MBA, MCA) and skill certifications (CDGA, ACCA, CFA, Financial Modeling, Data Science & Analytics). The company provides personalized career counseling, university selection guidance, scholarship assistance, and placement support to facilitate student enrollment in partner institutions, earning revenue through affiliate commissions from university referrals.

Product overview

Skillroad is an online education platform operating as a marketplace/hub that connects students and working professionals with partner universities and institutions. The platform offers a dual portfolio: (1) Online degree programs including Online BBA, Online BCA, Online MBA, and Online MCA through partnered universities (UGC/AICTE/NAAC-A+ accredited); and (2) Skill certification programs including CDGA (Certified Digital Growth Analyst), ACCA, Financial Modeling & Valuation, Data Science & Analytics, and CFA. The platform also provides ancillary services such as university admission counseling, scholarship assistance, and placement support to facilitate student enrollment in partner institutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Online BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) Fully online Bachelor of Business Administration program delivered through accredited Indian partner universities, targeted at 12th-grade graduates seeking a flexible business foundation without attending a physical campus.
• Online BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) Fully online Bachelor of Computer Applications program delivered through accredited Indian partner universities, designed for 12th-grade graduates seeking a flexible foundation in computer applications and IT.
• Online MBA (Master of Business Administration) Fully online Master of Business Administration program delivered through accredited Indian partner universities (Amity, Jain, Manipal, etc.), targeted at working professionals seeking leadership roles, career transitions, or specialization in areas such as IT management, marketing, finance, or HR.
• Online MCA (Master of Computer Applications) Fully online Master of Computer Applications program delivered through accredited Indian partner universities, intended for graduates and working professionals seeking advanced qualifications in computer applications and IT management.
• CDGA (Certified Digital Growth Analyst) Skill certification program in digital marketing and growth analytics, targeted at working professionals and graduates seeking industry-recognized credentials in digital marketing.
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) Professional certification program in accounting and finance leading to ACCA qualification, intended for graduates and professionals pursuing globally recognized chartered accountant credentials.
• Financial Modeling & Valuation Skill certification program in financial modeling and valuation, targeted at finance professionals and graduates seeking practical training in building financial models and performing company valuations.
• Data Science & Analytics Skill certification program in data science and analytics, intended for graduates and professionals seeking industry-relevant training in data analytics, machine learning, or related technical domains.
• CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Professional certification program aligned with the CFA credential, intended for finance professionals and graduates pursuing globally recognized investment and financial analyst qualifications.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Amity University OnlinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmity University Online is a flagship partner offering online BBA, MBA, and other programs through Skillroad's platform. Recognized for strong faculty support and industry connections, Amity is among the top online education providers in India.
• Manipal UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorManipal University, established institution with strong reputation in higher education, offers online degree programs through Skillroad's platform including MBA and other professional courses.
• Lovely Professional University (LPU)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLPU is a prominent partner offering online programs with Skillroad, providing accessible distance and online education options for students across India.
• Sharda UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSharda University partners with Skillroad to offer online education programs, expanding reach to students seeking quality higher education through digital channels.
• Chandigarh UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChandigarh University, known for NAAC-A+ accreditation, offers online programs through Skillroad's platform with focus on quality education and career-oriented courses.
• NIMS UniversitysupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNIMS University partners with Skillroad to provide additional online program options, expanding the platform's offerings in professional and vocational education.
• Jain UniversitysupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJain University offers online MBA programs through Skillroad with specializations in IT management, cloud computing, and data analytics for working professionals.
• Top Online UniversitiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSkillroad partners with over 50+ UGC/AICTE/NAAC-A+ accredited universities and institutes across India to offer online undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes including BBA, BCA, B.Com, MBA, MCA, and professional certifications.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Leverage Edu: Indian study-abroad and online education advisory platform offering counseling, admissions support and program discovery. Comparable use cases around MBA, BCA and degree-program admissions guidance.
• Shiksha.com: Owned by InfoEdge (Naukri), Shiksha is a major Indian education discovery and admissions platform with extensive university listings, comparison tools and lead-generation services. Comparable aggregator business with established SEO authority.
• Edvoy: Global education marketplace helping students apply to universities across multiple countries for UG and PG programs. Overlaps with Skillroad in online program discovery and admissions support.
• Careers360: Indian higher-education media and admissions platform offering college discovery, program comparison and counseling. Competes with Skillroad in online degree lead generation and university selection services.
• Getmyuni: India-focused college and university aggregator that generates leads for partner institutions across UG and PG programs including online offerings. Closely comparable affiliate model and target segments.
• CollegeDekho: Indian education marketplace that connects prospective students with colleges and universities for UG and PG admissions, including online degree programs. Direct competitor to Skillroad on the same affiliate-referral and counseling-led model.
• Collegedunia: Leading Indian college search, admissions and education platform aggregating university information, reviews and counseling services. Operates on a similar content-driven aggregator model and targets overlapping segments of working professionals and undergraduate aspirants.

Broad incumbents

• upGrad: Major Indian online higher-education and upskilling provider offering its own degree programs, certificates and bootcamps. Broader incumbent in the same online degree/certification market Skillroad distributes referrals into.
• Manipal University Jaipur (Online / SOL): Manipal's online degree arm and a core Skillroad partner offering UG/PG programs. Competes with aggregators for direct enrollment while simultaneously being one of Skillroad's distribution channels.
• Amity University Online (Amity Online): Flagship Skillroad partner and one of India's largest online university programs (BBA, MBA, etc.). Operates its own direct enrollment channel and competes with aggregators like Skillroad for the same students.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Skillroadacademy
• Facebookfacebook.com/share/1BsFytW3t3
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/skillroad-academy
• Instagraminstagram.com/skillroadeduversity

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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