Group A attains EBITDA balance; secures annual recurring revenue of approximately Rs. 415 crore for fiscal years 2025 - 2026.
In the dynamic world of education, the LEAD Group has made a significant impact, marking a new era in school education in India. The company, founded by Sumeet Mehta and Smita Deorah in 2012, has been dedicated to transforming school education at scale.
The key to LEAD Group's success lies in its proprietary, research-backed Learning System. This innovative platform seamlessly integrates curriculum, pedagogy, and AI-enabled resources, delivering measurable improvements in student learning outcomes. Today, this system is used by nearly 4 million students across over 8,500 schools in 400 towns and cities in India.
The growth of LEAD Group can be attributed to several factors. The strong demand for their AI-enabled Learning System supports both online and hybrid classroom models, making scalable and effective education delivery possible, even in tier-3 and tier-4 towns. This versatility has been a significant factor in the company's expansion.
Another key driver has been the 100% net revenue retention among partner schools. This impressive retention rate reflects the lasting impact and strong school relationships that LEAD Group has forged, leading to both retention and new school adoption.
The company's growth has also been fueled by deepening partnerships with existing schools and the onboarding of new ones. This strategic approach has enabled LEAD to achieve 30% year-over-year ARR growth, totaling Rs. 415 crore for the academic year 2025-26, and reaching EBITDA breakeven for the first time in FY25.
LEAD Group's commitment to innovation is evident in the AI-powered tools it uses to personalize learning experiences, enhance teacher productivity, and provide data-driven insights into student performance. These tools have been instrumental in improving learning outcomes at scale.
The company's success has not gone unnoticed. LEAD Group was a Top 10 finalist for the Global EdTech Prize 2025, a testament to its innovation and impact in the edtech sector.
In sum, LEAD Group's significant growth is a result of its innovative AI-integrated learning platform, strategic partnerships with thousands of schools, and a strong focus on measurable educational outcomes, all supported by scalable technology tailored to India's diverse educational landscape.
As Sumeet Mehta, CEO and Co-founder of LEAD Group, stated, the results reflect the measurable learning impact and growth achieved for the academic year 2025-2026. With its commitment to delivering an international standard of education to schools across India, LEAD Group continues to inspire the next generation of learners and educators, setting new benchmarks in school education.
The LEAD Group's success in the education-and-self-development sector is rooted in its innovative and AI-integrated Learning System, which has brought a new era to school education in India by delivering measurable improvements in student learning outcomes. This growth is also bolstered by strong partnerships with over 8,500 schools across 400 towns and cities, resulting in a 30% year-over-year ARR growth, totaling Rs. 415 crore for the academic year 2025-26.
The 100% net revenue retention among partner schools testifies to the lasting impact and strong relationships formed, leading to both retention and new school adoption. Additionally, the company's focus on scalable technology has allowed for effective education delivery even in tier-3 and tier-4 towns.
The LEAD Group's commitment to technology also extends to the AI-powered tools used to personalize learning experiences, enhance teacher productivity, and provide data-driven insights into student performance. These tools have been instrumental in achieving the company's goals.
The firm's success has not gone unrecognized, as LEAD Group was a Top 10 finalist for the Global EdTech Prize 2025, acknowledging its innovative approach and impact in the edtech sector.
Looking forward, Sumeet Mehta, CEO and Co-founder of LEAD Group, continues to strive for delivering an international standard of education, setting new benchmarks in school education and inspiring the next generation of learners and educators in India.
