StudyIQ
StudyIQ is a prominent Indian educational technology (edtech) platform specializing in preparation courses for various competitive examinations, including the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination, State Public Service Commissions (PCS), and Judiciary exams. Established in 2017, StudyIQ [1]> has become a well-known name among aspirants seeking government jobs in India.
History
StudyIQ was founded in 2015 as a YouTube channel by Gaurav Garg..[2], an educator from India. The channel initially focused on providing free educational content for various competitive examinations, including the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination and State Public Service Commissions (PCS). Garg's engaging teaching method and comprehensive coverage of topics led to rapid growth, with the channel reaching over 1 million subscribers by 2018 [3]
In 2018,collaborated with Abhishek Jain[4] and Mohit Jindal [5] to expand StudyIQ's offerings. Abhishek Jain, serving as Co-Founder, played a pivotal role in strategic planning and business development. Mohit Jindal, an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, also joined as a Co-Founder, bringing his technical expertise to enhance the platform's technological infrastructure.
Under this leadership team, StudyIQ launched an online platform providing paid courses for various competitive exams. These courses were designed to be affordable and accessible, catering to students from diverse backgrounds across India. The platform's success was bolstered by its commitment to quality education and the increasing demand for online learning resources.
By 2020, StudyIQ had diversified its course offerings to include preparation materials for exams such as the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Banking, and Railways, solidifying its position as a comprehensive edtech platform for government job aspirants.
In December 2021, StudyIQ was acquired by Adda247[6][7], a leading edtech firm focused on government job preparation, in a cash and stock deal valued at approximately ₹150 crore[8] (around $20 million). This strategic acquisition aimed to strengthen Adda247's position in the UPSC segment, which has one of the highest average revenue per user (ARPU) in the test preparation sector.
In 2023, StudyIQ partnered with the Nexus of Good Mentorship Programme [9] to provide free interview guidance to civil services aspirants. This collaboration resulted in 121 candidates successfully qualifying for the civil services that year, underscoring StudyIQ's commitment to accessible education and societal advancement.
As of February 2025, the StudyIQ YouTube channel[10] has amassed over 5 million subscribers, and its mobile application has been downloaded over 10 million times on the Android Play Store. The platform continues to expand its offerings, providing courses for a wide range of competitive examinations and maintaining its commitment to accessible and affordable education[11]
Mission and Vision
StudyIQ aims to democratize education by making high-quality preparatory materials accessible to all, regardless of geographical or financial constraints. The platform envisions empowering students to achieve their career goals through innovative and student-centric learning solutions.
Services
StudyIQ offers a range of educational services tailored to the needs of competitive exam candidates:
- Online Courses: The platform provides smart courses for exams like UPSC, State PCS, and Judiciary, featuring live classes, doubt resolution sessions, and comprehensive study materials.
- Mobile Application: The StudyIQ Education App[12][13] offers live courses and resources, making it convenient for students to access study materials on-the-go.
- YouTube Channel: StudyIQ's YouTube channel[14] features educational content, including newspaper analyses, daily current affairs updates, and editorial discussions, catering to the needs of UPSC and other competitive exam aspirants.
References
- ↑ Sudhir Chowdhary, https://www.financialexpress.com/business/sme-studyiq-smart-courses-for-smart-preparation-2108765 Financial Express. Retrieved 19 October 2020.
- ↑ The News Desk, https://mediabrief.com/exclusive-gaurav-garg-study-iq-education-you-v-youtube/ Media Brief. Retrieved 9 Nov 2021
- ↑ Yatti Soni, https://inc42.com/startups/with-8-5-mn-subscribers-study-iq-is-bootstrapping-its-way-to-take-on-test-prep-giants/ INC42. Retrieved 10 September 2020
- ↑ The Org https://theorg.com/org/study-iq/org-chart/abhishek-jain Orgio Inc.
- ↑ Manas Srivastava https://indianexpress.com/article/upsc-current-affairs/upsc-essentials/upsc-essentials-experts-talk-with-mohit-jindal-affordability-key-factor-in-upsc-preparation-8052522/ Indian Express. Retrieved 19 April 2024
- ↑ ETtech, https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/adda247-acquires-upsc-prep-platform-studyiq-education-for-rs-150-crore/articleshow/88335557.cms?from=mdr ETtech. Retrieved 17 December 2021
- ↑ Equity Pandit, https://www.equitypandit.com/adda247-acquires-studyiq-for-20-million/ Equitypandit.com, Retrieved 17 December 2021
- ↑ Inc42 BrandLabs, https://inc42.com/features/how-adda247-strategic-acquisition-of-studyiq-helped-it-strengthen-its-upsc-arm/ Inc42 BrandLabs. Retrieved 10 July 2023.
- ↑ Anil Swarup, https://www.millenniumpost.in/opinion/nexus-of-good-fuelling-the-dreams-561336 Millennium Post, Retrieved 24 April 2024
- ↑ StuduIQ's Youtube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrC8mOqJQpoB7NuIMKIS6rQ
- ↑ Nootan Sharma, https://theprint.in/feature/an-affordable-upsc-dream-is-taking-off-in-small-town-india-it-can-change-the-steel-frame/1324798/ The Print, Retrieved 20 January, 2023
- ↑ Google Play Store, StudyIQ Android App, https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.studyiq.android&hl=en_IN&gl=US
- ↑ App Store, StudyIQ iOS App https://apps.apple.com/in/app/studyiq/id6451410946
- ↑ StudyIQ's Youtube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrC8mOqJQpoB7NuIMKIS6rQ
Sudhir Chowdhary, https://www.financialexpress.com/business/sme-studyiq-smart-courses-for-smart-preparation-2108765 Financial Express. Retrieved 19 October 2020. The News Desk, https://mediabrief.com/exclusive-gaurav-garg-study-iq-education-you-v-youtube/ Media Brief. Retrieved 9 Nov 2021 Yatti Soni, https://inc42.com/startups/with-8-5-mn-subscribers-study-iq-is-bootstrapping-its-way-to-take-on-test-prep-giants/ INC42. Retrieved 10 September 2020 The Org https://theorg.com/org/study-iq/org-chart/abhishek-jain Orgio Inc. Manas Srivastava https://indianexpress.com/article/upsc-current-affairs/upsc-essentials/upsc-essentials-experts-talk-with-mohit-jindal-affordability-key-factor-in-upsc-preparation-8052522/ Indian Express. Retrieved 19 April 2024. ETtech, https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/adda247-acquires-upsc-prep-platform-studyiq-education-for-rs-150-crore/articleshow/88335557.cms?from=mdr ETtech, Retrieved 17 December 2021 Equity Pandit, https://www.equitypandit.com/adda247-acquires-studyiq-for-20-million/ Equitypandit.com, Retrieved 17 December 2021 https://inc42.com/features/how-adda247-strategic-acquisition-of-studyiq-helped-it-strengthen-its-upsc-arm/ Anil Swarup, https://www.millenniumpost.in/opinion/nexus-of-good-fuelling-the-dreams-561336 Millennium Post, Retrieved 24 April 2024 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrC8mOqJQpoB7NuIMKIS6rQ Nootan Sharma, https://theprint.in/feature/an-affordable-upsc-dream-is-taking-off-in-small-town-india-it-can-change-the-steel-frame/1324798/ The Print, Retrieved 20 January, 2023 Google Play Store, StudyIQ Android App, https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.studyiq.android&hl=en_IN&gl=US App Store, StudyIQ iOS App https://apps.apple.com/in/app/studyiq/id6451410946 StudyIQ's Youtube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrC8mOqJQpoB7NuIMKIS6rQ
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