Extramarks

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Extramarks Education
Company type Private
Industry Edutech
Founded2007;17 years ago (2007)
FounderAtul Kulshrestha
Headquarters
Noida
,
India
Area served
 India, Indonesia, Africa, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, United Kingdom
Key people
Atul Kulshrestha (MD & Chairman)
Ritvik Kulshrestha (CEO)
RevenueIncrease2.svg₹300 crore (US$35 million) (2021)
Number of employees
4500+ (2021)
Website www.extramarks.com

Extramarks Education is an Indian education technology company, that provides online and offline schooling and curricula. [1] [2] [3] It was founded in 2007 by Atul Kulshrestha, the company is headquartered in Noida, India. [4]

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As of March 2022, Extramarks has partnered with more than 15,000 government and private schools. [4] The company claimed that It has over 10 million students. [5] [6] The company has trained more than 1 million teachers. [6]

Extramarks operates in India, Singapore, Indonesia, Ghana, South Africa, United States and the Middle East. Mukesh Ambani bought a 38.5% stake in Extramarks in 2011. [7]

History

Extramarks was founded in 2007 by Atul Kulshrestha. [4]

In November 2011, its 38.5% stake was acquired by Mukesh Ambani owned Infotel Broadband and the investment was done through an affiliate company Reliance Strategic Investments for an undisclosed amount. [7] [8] [9]

In May 2017, the company launched the test preparation and coaching centres for entrance examinations like Joint Entrance Examination (Mains and Advanced), Medical and foundation (Classes VI-X) and has classroom coaching centers in Jaipur, Bhopal, Indore, Lucknow, and Haldwani. [10]

In April 2022, the company re-designed its logo and changed the visual appearance. [11]

Products

In September 2015, Extramarks launched an Android app called Extramarks Smart Study, which allows students to study for Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and ICSE curricula, ranging from pre-primary (kindergarten) and Class 1 to Class 12. [5]

In November 2018, Extramarks launched IITJEE Test Prep App, which allows students to take mock online tests for IITJEE preparation. [12] It also has an app called Interactive Learning App, launched in February 2019. [13] In March 2019, it launched Extramarks Achieve, a mentorship program to provide one-to-one guidance and support to students. [14]

In October 2019, it created and launched an Artificial Intelligence-based chatbot called 'Alex' to help students clear their doubts. [15] Extramarks launched kids learning app called Lil One in November 2020. [16]

In March 2022, the company launched "The Teaching App" for school institutes and teachers, private teachers, coaching staff and home tutors to set up online classes coupled with a robust assessment platform, extensive content repository, live class platform and digital classroom management tools. [17]

Partnership

In October 2016, Extramarks partnered with New Delhi Municipal Council to deploy a smart education system in NDMC schools. [18]

In February 2020, the company was partnered with Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, Delhi (IIIT-Delhi) to promote and encourage research in Artificial Intelligence. [19] It tied up with Mahindra Lifespaces in October 2020. [20]

In February 2022, the company announced its multi-year deal with Arsenal Football Club to become its official learning partner in India, South Africa and the Middle East. [21]

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