CollegeDekho is an online platform that aggregates information on over 35,000 Indian colleges and courses, offering free expert counselling, a psychometric career‑compass test, and a single Common Application form to apply to 2,000+ partner institutions. It also provides a personal dashboard to track applications, earn rewards, and access industry‑backed online degree programs with corporate coaching and certifications.
Funding
$3.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Indian students and their families often face fragmented information, multiple application forms, and limited personalized guidance when selecting and applying to colleges, leading to confusion and missed opportunities.
Solution
CollegeDekho provides a unified online platform that aggregates data on over 35,000 colleges, courses, exams, and scholarships across India. Users can explore institutions by field, location, and eligibility, then receive free, expert counselling through a career‑compass psychometric test and one‑on‑one advisory sessions. The platform’s Common Application form lets students submit a single application to more than 2,000 partner colleges, while a personal dashboard tracks submission status, deadlines, and rewards. For students seeking skill‑focused education, CollegeDekho Assured offers industry‑backed degree programs with corporate coaches, live projects, internships, and certifications from partner universities. The service streamlines discovery, decision‑making, and enrollment, reducing the time and effort required to secure a suitable college.
Target Audience
Primary users are Indian high‑school students and their parents seeking college admission guidance, as well as colleges looking to attract qualified applicants through the platform.
Features
- Search engine covering 35,000+ colleges with filters for courses, exams, fees, and placements
- Free career‑compass psychometric test that generates personalized career and college recommendations
- One‑click Common Application form for 2,000+ partner institutions, consolidating documents and fees
- Personal dashboard to monitor application progress, receive real‑time notifications, and earn cash‑back rewards
- Expert counselling via certified advisors, including phone, chat, and video sessions
- CollegeDekho Assured online degree tracks with corporate coaches, live projects from 250+ companies, and industry certifications
- Integration with government‑approved (UGC, AICTE) programs and flexible, 100 % online learning schedules