Shikho
Shikho is a digital learning platform for Bangladeshi students, offering live and recorded classes, animated video lessons, and practice tests to prepare for academic exams and university admission tests. The platform serves over 3 million students with more than 500,000 learning materials, supported by a team of 20+ mentors.
- Education Technology
- Software Only
Funding
Founders
Founder details are not available yet.
Product
Problem
Students in Bangladesh preparing for board exams (SSC, HSC) and university admission tests often lack access to quality teachers and structured study materials, particularly outside major cities. Traditional coaching centers are expensive and geographically limited, leaving many students without adequate preparation support.
Solution
Shikho provides a comprehensive digital learning platform that combines live and recorded classes, animated video lessons, and practice tests to help students master their curriculum and prepare for exams. The platform delivers content in Bengali, making complex subjects like mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology accessible through engaging animated examples. Students can access smart notes, report cards, and live MCQ tests to track their progress and identify areas for improvement. The platform is designed to be affordable and accessible, enabling students from any location to learn from experienced mentors.
Target Audience
Primary users are secondary and higher secondary students in Bangladesh preparing for board examinations (SSC, HSC) and university admission tests, including medical and engineering entrance exams.
Features
- Live and recorded classes covering SSC and HSC curriculum subjects including mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and ICT
- Animated video lessons that simplify complex concepts with visual examples
- Practice MCQ tests and live MCQ tests for exam-style preparation
- Class notes and smart notes for structured revision
- Report cards to track student performance and progress
- Mobile app available for download with over 4.5 million downloads