What Swapnil Patni Classes does

Swapnil Patni Classes (SPC), legally constituted as Swapnil Patni Edutech Pvt Ltd and headquartered in Pune, India, is a privately held education company founded in December 2010 by CA Swapnil Patni. The company delivers Chartered Accountancy coaching across all three ICAI levels — Foundation, Intermediate, and Final — alongside the ACCA global accounting qualification, 11th/12th Commerce programs (State Board and CBSE), and CUET preparation, serving individual CA and commerce aspirants primarily in India. SPC claims 600+ All India Ranks including 8x AIR 1, with 400K+ students trained since inception and a current learner footprint of 3 lakh+ across 1,800+ pin codes.

SPC distributes content through four delivery modes: SPC Gurukul (a residential program at the Ambegaon Budruk campus — described as India's only CA residential coaching facility with stay, meals, and study amenities bundled in), Face-to-Face classes at the Prestige Point and Indulal Centre Pune locations, Live Streaming, and Recorded self-paced content. Its technology stack centers on the proprietary SPC Prime App for iOS, Android, and Windows, providing recorded lectures, live doubt chat, test series, parent login, performance analytics, bookmark functionality, and automatic backup of live lectures. Content depth is anchored by 1,000+ hours of recorded material, daily revision series, and a 25+ faculty bench with 17-22 years of average teaching experience. Distribution combines direct digital sales via the website and app with a 160+ authorized-center network across 120+ Indian cities and an 800K+ subscriber YouTube channel generating top-of-funnel demand.

The revenue model is predominantly one-time course purchase (with limited validity windows), with prices spanning approximately ₹3,000 for individual subject modules and ₹2,68,000 for the integrated Gurukul Both Group residential program; annual subscription tiers (Silver/Gold/Platinum, ₹4,999-₹6,999 per paper per year) are also offered. As of October 2025, the company describes itself as bootstrapped and profit-making, having accepted its first disclosed external capital in the form of a pre-IPO investment from the Sunil Singhania family office at an INR 240 crores (~$28.5M) valuation, with stated intent to pursue an IPO and accelerate nationwide expansion.

Name

Swapnil Patni Classes

Legal name

Swapnil Patni Edutech Pvt Ltd

Website

https://www.swapnilpatni.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Swapnil Patni Classes (SPC) is a Pune-based education company founded in 2010 that delivers Chartered Accountancy coaching across Foundation, Intermediate, and Final levels — plus ACCA, commerce, and CUET programs — via Gurukul residential, Face-to-Face, Live, and Recorded modes to 3 lakh+ learners across India through 160+ authorized centers and the SPC Prime App.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Exam Coaching (Chartered Accountancy Test Preparation)

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Graduate & Professional School Admissions Exams (GRE/GMAT/LSAT/MCAT) Prep (EDANABAB)

Keywords

• Chartered accountancy coaching
• CA exam preparation
• Commerce education
• ACCA training
• Professional test preparation

Headquarters

HQ city

Pune

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. CA Coaching Courses: Primary revenue stream from CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final coaching across multiple modes (Face-to-Face, Online/Live, Gurukul). Course fees range from ₹3,000 (individual subject exam-oriented) to ₹2,68,000 (Gurukul residential Both Group program). Revenue is one-time purchase per attempt/batch with varying validity periods.
2. SPC Gurukul (Residential Program): India's only CA residential coaching program with all-inclusive facilities (stay, food, transport, laundry, library access). Additional bed-sharing fees of ₹10,000-40,000 for 1-4 month periods on top of course fees.
3. ACCA Coaching: International accounting qualification coaching at Knowledge, Skill, and Professional levels. Individual courses range from ₹7,999-19,000; combo packages available.
4. Test Series: Mock tests and practice papers aligned with ICAI guidelines. Individual test series from ₹3,499-9,999; chapter-wise and full syllabus coverage with evaluated answer sheets.
5. Study Materials & Books: Printed books, e-books, and study guides for CA courses. Range from ₹100-3,500 per subject, with combo packages offering 30-90% discounts.
6. 11th & 12th Commerce Coaching: Commerce education for State Board and CBSE students preparing for CA Foundation transition.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Swapnil Patni Classes (SPC) is a CA coaching institute that prepares individual students for the Chartered Accountancy examinations (Foundation, Intermediate, Final) along with ACCA, 11th/12th Commerce (State Board and CBSE), and CUET preparation. The company offers four delivery modes: a Gurukul residential program at its Pune campus, Face-to-Face classroom sessions at Pune centers, Live Streaming for remote learners, and a Recorded/self-paced mode delivered through its proprietary SPC Prime App.

Product overview

Swapnil Patni Classes (SPC) is a multi-level CA education platform offering a comprehensive portfolio of coaching programs across multiple delivery modes. The core product suite includes CA Foundation, CA Intermediate, and CA Final coaching programs, complemented by ACCA (global accounting qualification), 11th & 12th Commerce coaching (State Board and CBSE), and CUET preparation. SPC distinguishes itself through multiple learning formats: Face-to-Face classes at Pune centers, Live Streaming, Recorded lectures via the SPC Prime App, and the unique SPC Gurukul residential program (India's only CA residential coaching). Supporting products include Test Series, study materials/books for all levels, and the SPC Prime mobile application. The company has recently entered a pre-IPO growth phase following strategic investment, positioning for accelerated nationwide expansion.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SPC Gurukul: India's only residential CA coaching program - integrated residential program with top-notch facilities, expert coaching, structured study plans, and laser-focused learning environment.
• SPC Prime App
• Ankita Patni Charitable Foundation

Products and services

• CA Foundation Coaching Entry-level coaching covering the four CA Foundation papers (Accounting, Business Laws, Quantitative Aptitude, Business Economics) for Class 12-passed students beginning their Chartered Accountancy journey across Gurukul, Face-to-Face, Live Streaming, and Recorded modes.
• CA Intermediate Coaching Second-level CA coaching covering advanced accounting, law, taxation, auditing, and financial management subjects across two groups, offered via Gurukul, Face-to-Face, Live Streaming, and Recorded modes.
• CA Final Coaching Advanced-level CA coaching for the final stage of the Chartered Accountancy qualification, covering strategic management, financial reporting, advanced financial management, and professional ethics.
• ACCA Global Qualification Coaching Globally recognized accounting qualification coaching accepted in 180+ countries, delivered across three levels: Knowledge (beginner fundamentals), Skill (applied skills subjects), and Professional (advanced ACCA papers).
• SPC Gurukul - Residential CA Coaching Program India's only residential CA coaching program offering integrated living and learning with 24/7 study resources, disciplined routines, accommodation, meals, library, gym, swimming pool, transport, and complete student care under one roof at the Ambegaon Budruk, Pune campus.
• 11th & 12th Commerce (State Board) Commerce coaching for 11th and 12th State Board students building a solid foundation bridging school concepts with professional CA studies.
• 11th & 12th Commerce (CBSE) Commerce coaching tailored for CBSE students aiming for excellence and a smooth transition to CA or other professional commerce courses.
• Test Series (Mock Tests) Mock tests and practice papers aligned with ICAI guidelines offering chapter-wise and full syllabus coverage, evaluated by qualified CAs with model answer papers, available as standalone packages (e.g., Both Group Combo INR 9,999, Prelim 18 tests INR 3,499).
• CA Foundation Books & Study Materials Comprehensive study materials and guides for CA Foundation students including colorful content notes, textbooks, MCQ compilers, and daily dose practice books, offered as printed books and e-books (INR 100-3,500 per subject).
• CA Intermediate Books & Study Materials Study materials for CA Intermediate including concept books, question banks, chart books, PYQ (Previous Year Questions) compilers, and summary notes for all subjects.
• CA Final Books & Study Materials Study materials for CA Final including concept books, question banks, and subject-specific guides for advanced level preparation across all CA Final papers.
• CUET Coaching Entrance exam coaching for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduate programs, alongside other undergraduate commerce entrance coaching.
• SPC Prime App Proprietary mobile learning application available on Android, iOS, and Windows providing access to recorded lectures, live doubt chat, live tests, parent login, performance analysis, bookmark functionality, and backup lectures for anytime-anywhere learning.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8× All India Rank 1 positions
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Unacademy: Unacademy is a large online learning platform offering CA, CS, and other competitive/professional courses through subscription and structured batches. Comparable to SPC as a broader edtech incumbent that competes on CA coaching with deeper capital and a multi-category portfolio.
• BYJU'S Exam Prep: BYJU'S is a large Indian edtech company with a dedicated exam-prep vertical covering CA, CS, and other professional courses. Comparable to SPC as a well-capitalized broad-incumbent offering CA coaching as part of a wider test-prep portfolio.
• Vedantu: Vedantu is a large K-12 and test-prep edtech platform that has expanded into commerce and CA-related segments. Comparable to SPC as a broader incumbent in online test prep and structured live-class delivery, though not CA-specialized.

Direct peers

• Vidyasagar Institute (VSI): VSI is an established Jaipur-headquartered institute offering CA and CS coaching across Foundation, Inter, and Final levels in classroom and online modes. Comparable to SPC on legacy classroom reputation, multi-level CA coverage, and aspirant-segment targeting.
• CA Wallah by Physics Wallah: PW's CA Wallah vertical offers structured CA Foundation, Inter, and Final coaching with prominent YouTube faculty and affordable online pricing. Directly comparable to SPC on CA-only focus, tiered digital delivery, and aggressive YouTube-led acquisition.
• Aldine CA: Aldine CA (formerly Aldine Academy) is a dedicated CA coaching brand in India offering Foundation, Inter, and Final programs across online and offline modes. Directly comparable to SPC on product mix (CA-only), digital-led delivery, and use of ranker-driven marketing.
• CA Knowledge (CAK): CA Knowledge is a CA-focused coaching and content brand with strong YouTube presence offering Foundation, Inter, and Final preparation. Comparable to SPC on CA-only niche, content-led funnel, and ranker-driven credibility marketing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@SwapnilPatniCAClasses
• Facebookfacebook.com/swapnilpatnipune
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/swapnil-patni-321606220
• Instagraminstagram.com/swapnil_patni
• Xx.com/swapnil_patni

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

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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