December 27, 2025: CarDekho Group has increased its financial commitment to education technology by investing $10 million in CollegeDekho, signalling continued confidence in the student-focused platform’s growth plans.
CollegeDekho, founded in 2015 by Ruchir Arora, works with students exploring higher education options in India and overseas. The platform supports learners through services such as entrance exam preparation, course and career counselling, admission assistance, and college discovery tools.
The latest capital infusion will be directed towards expanding CollegeDekho’s footprint beyond major urban centres. The company plans to strengthen its presence in Tier II and Tier III cities, where demand for structured admission guidance has been rising.
A portion of the funds will also support the scale-up of CollegeDekho Assured, a programme that connects students with industry-linked degree courses offered in partnership with universities across the country.
Over the years, CollegeDekho has built collaborations with more than 2,000 colleges and universities. The company said it recorded close to 170 million user sessions last year and assisted over 4 million students with admission-related decisions.
CarDekho adds capital to CollegeDekho ahead of regional push
Commenting on the investment, CarDekho co-founder and CEO Amit Jain said the group sees long-term value in platforms that simplify access to education and skills for students across regions.
CollegeDekho founder and CEO Ruchir Arora said the funding would help the company focus on building systems that support students through clearer guidance, relevant courses, and better access to career pathways.
Founded in 2008 by Amit Jain and Anurag Jain, CarDekho Group operates automotive and financial services platforms and reports nearly 50 million monthly active users. The group has raised capital from investors including Peak XV, Hillhouse Capital, CapitalG, Advent Group, LeapFrog, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Axis Bank.
