Elevate Program

Empowering EdTech Startups for Scalable Growth

At Edxso, we partner with early- and growth-stage EdTech startups to accelerate their business development and prepare them for future funding milestones, including Series A rounds and IPO readiness. Our mission is to help visionary startups scale sustainably while creating a meaningful impact in education.

Partners:
Program Snapshot
  • Cohort Size 8–12 startups
  • Format Hybrid — online + field visits

What We Offer

Tailored support to help you scale sustainably while maximising educational impact.

Mentorship from Industry Experts

Gain exclusive access to a diverse network of experienced mentors with deep knowledge across EdTech, business strategy, operations, and investment.

Strategic Institutional Partnerships

Leverage Edxso’s strong connections with leading educational institutions to validate your solutions, expand your reach, and build credibility in the market.

Long-Term Growth Planning

Benefit from hands-on guidance on scaling operations, team building, and strategic execution to ensure sustainable growth and lasting impact.

startup meeting

Why Join Edxso Accelerator?

  • Access to a robust ecosystem designed for EdTech innovation
  • Support from mentors and industry leaders who understand your challenges
  • Direct pathways to investors and strategic partners
  • Structured programs focused on growth, market validation, and long-term success

Join the Edxso Accelerator Program and turn your EdTech vision into reality with the resources, guidance, and support needed to scale efficiently and create transformative educational impact.

Who should apply?

Early-stage and growth-stage EdTech startups with a live product or pilot and a founding team committed to scaling.

Program Structure

A structured, hands-on curriculum focused on market validation, traction and investor readiness.

  1. 1. Launch (0–3 months)

    Validation, pilot design, and mentor matching to establish foundation.

  2. 2. Growth (3–9 months)

    Strategic partnerships and revenue generation to build momentum.

  3. 3. Scale (9–18 months)

    National rollout and investor connections for exponential expansion.

The EDXSO Experience

EDXSO empowers purpose-driven EdTech startups to innovate, learn, and scale together. A platform designed to help founders lay strong foundations for sustainable impact.

Community

Empowering learners through collaborative, peer-driven education models that enhance engagement and knowledge sharing.
Accelerated by Edxso to scale innovative community learning experiences for global impact.

Learning

Learning through an EdTech accelerator program by EdXSO enables startups to scale impactful educational solutions through expert mentorship, funding, and global exposure.
It fosters innovation in digital learning by connecting founders with industry leaders and advanced EdTech resources.

Commitment

Committed to driving impactful innovation in education through this accelerator, leveraging technology to enhance learning outcomes.
Through the Edxso program, Scale the edtech venture into a transformative platform for accessible, high-quality education.

Mentorship

Seeking mentorship for an edtech venture through the EDXSO Accelerator Program to refine strategy, scale impact, and leverage expert industry insights.
Aiming to accelerate innovation in learning solutions with guidance from experienced mentors and global networks.

Our Five-Pillar Approach

A structured pathway to accelerate EdTech innovation and sustainable growth.

01

Validation Package


Test product-market fit through mentor reviews and controlled school pilots.

02

Mentorship Subscription


Access senior education leaders and strategic guidance.

03

Pilot Orchestration


Deploy across 20–30 partner schools with full support.

04

Launch Event


Showcase to 300+ stakeholders and investors.

05

Scale Revenue


Commercial introductions and sales enablement.

Mentors & Advisors

Mr. Nitin Kapoor
Co-Founder, EDXSO
Mr. Hemant Mishra
Partner, EDXSO Elevate

🎓 Academic Board

Meet our distinguished Academic Board members who guide and shape the Edxso Accelerator’s vision and educational excellence.

Our Vision & Mission

A simple, clear pathway from idea to national scale — what we believe and how we help founders get there.

Vision
Where we're headed

Make India the global hub for education innovation by 2030 — by helping mission-driven EdTech teams scale responsibly and sustainably.

1
Idea
Concept development
2
Validation
Market testing
3
Pilot
Real-world trials
4
Revenue
Sustainable income
5
Scale
National expansion
Mission
How we act

Accelerate purpose-driven EdTech startups that combine innovation, wisdom, and measurable impact — through pilots, partnerships, and growth support.

Success Stories

Partners:

🚀 Solutions Provided by Elevate - Accelerator Program

Explore the key focus areas and strategic guidance offered to help your EdTech startup grow efficiently.

  • • How can we validate our product-market fit effectively in the education sector?
  • • What metrics should we track to measure engagement and learning outcomes?
  • • How do we differentiate our edtech product in a crowded market?

  • • What are the most sustainable monetization models for edtech startups (B2B, B2C, B2B2C)?
  • • How can we scale efficiently without compromising educational quality?
  • • What are the best go-to-market strategies for schools, colleges, or direct learners?

  • • What do investors look for in early-stage edtech startups?
  • • How should we present traction and impact to attract funding?
  • • When is the right time to raise a seed or Series A round?

  • • Should we prioritize AI-driven personalization or content quality first?
  • • What tech stack works best for scalable learning platforms?
  • • How do we ensure accessibility and inclusivity across diverse learners?

  • • How can we build partnerships with schools, universities, or corporates?
  • • What are the challenges in expanding to international markets?
  • • How do we build trust and credibility with educators and institutions?

  • • How do we attract and retain top teaching and tech talent?
  • • What’s the ideal founding team composition for an edtech startup?
  • • How do we measure mentor or teacher effectiveness within the platform?

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