Group A Attains EBITDA Equilibrium; Locks in Annual Recurring Revenue of INR 415 Crore for Fiscal Years '25 to '26
The LEAD Group, a pioneering Indian Learning Systems company, has announced significant growth in its Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) for the academic year 2025-2026. The company, founded by Sumeet Mehta and Smita Deorah in 2012, has seen a 30% increase in ARR, reaching an impressive Rs. 415 crore.
Based in India, the LEAD Group partners with schools across the country to deliver international-standard, future-ready education. With a presence in over 8,500 schools across 400 towns and cities, the company reaches nearly 40 lakh (3.5-4 million) students and empowers 60,000+ teachers.
The LEAD Group's Learning System is designed to ensure conceptual understanding and the development of 21st-century skills. It is a research-backed platform that integrates curriculum, pedagogy, AI-enabled resources, and technology. The system is the preferred choice for schools across India, with the company boasting a 100% net revenue retention among its partner schools.
One of the key innovations introduced by the LEAD Group is TECHBOOK, India’s first AI-powered, augmented reality (AR)-integrated textbook. This technology enables personalized and experiential learning, enhancing the educational experience for students.
The growth achieved by the LEAD Group is driven by the rising demand for its proprietary Learning System. The company has recently achieved operating EBITDA breakeven and raised $100 million in funding in January 2022, attaining unicorn status.
The LEAD Group aims to expand its school network to 10,000 by the end of 2025 and to reach top-tier SaaS company metrics such as over 110% net revenue retention using AI-driven innovations. To achieve this, the company has strategically acquired two firms - QuizNext, a student assessment platform, and the K-12 India business of Pearson.
The LEAD Group's Learning System includes programs for Coding, AI, IIT-JEE, and NEET, preparing students for future careers. The company remains committed to building India's most trusted Learning System and making excellent education accessible to every child, in every school.
In summary, the LEAD Group is a fast-growing edtech unicorn dedicated to making quality education accessible across India's diverse school ecosystem. With a strong focus on research, technology, and innovation, the company is transforming school education at scale, one student at a time.
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[4] The Hindu BusinessLine (2022). LEAD Group reports 30% growth in ARR for AY 2025-2026. Retrieved from thehindubusinessline.com/lead-group-arr-growth
- The LEAD Group's innovative technology, such as TECHBOOK - India's first AI-powered, augmented reality textbook - is revolutionizing education and self-development by offering personalized and experiential learning.
- To maintain and boost its growth, the LEAD Group has navigated strategic acquisitions, including QuizNext, a student assessment platform, and the K-12 India business of Pearson, while also raising $100 million in funding in January 2022.
- With a strong emphasis on business expansion, the LEAD Group aims to serve more students and educators by increasing their school network to 10,000 by the end of 2025, utilizing AI-driven innovations to achieve over 110% net revenue retention, as they strive to become a top-tier SaaS company.
