Edtech startup Adda247 reported a net loss of ₹103.6 crore in the financial year ending March 2025 (FY25), marking a 2.5% increase from its ₹101 crore loss in FY24, according to its filings with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). The increase in loss came despite revenue and expenses remaining largely flat during the fiscal year, signaling possible margin pressures amid a challenging edtech environment.
Revenue Sees Marginal Decline, Expenses Hold Steady
Adda247’s operating revenue declined slightly to ₹217.1 crore in FY25 from ₹219 crore in FY24. The flat revenue trend comes after a significant performance improvement in FY24, when the startup had reduced its losses by 66%, down from ₹296 crore in FY23.
The FY25 numbers suggest that while Adda247 maintained operational consistency, its profitability metrics were affected by other non-operating costs or slower-than-expected returns on recent investments.
Founded to Serve Aspirants of 500+ Competitive Exams
Established in 2016 by Anil Nagar and Saurabh Bansal, Adda247 has grown into one of India’s leading test preparation platforms, catering to aspirants preparing for over 500 competitive exams. These include high-demand categories such as CUET, JEE, NEET, UPSC, and a wide range of government job exams like SSC, Banking, Railways, and Teaching.
The platform’s offerings span live online classes, mock tests, on-demand video courses, ebooks, and physical books, making it a comprehensive destination for exam readiness.
Inorganic Expansion: PrepInsta and Ekagrata Acquisitions
In a strategic move to broaden its content and audience base, Adda247 pursued inorganic growth in FY25. The company acquired PrepInsta, a job placement preparation platform, and Ekagrata Eduserv, a CA (Chartered Accountancy) test prep provider.
These acquisitions align with Adda247’s long-term vision to diversify beyond government exam prep and tap into newer verticals like corporate job readiness and professional education. While the short-term financial impact of these deals may have contributed to the flat revenue and slight increase in losses, the company is clearly building a broader edtech ecosystem to compete more effectively with players like Unacademy, BYJU’S, and PhysicsWallah.
Path Ahead: Consolidation and Monetization
Despite the widened net loss in FY25, Adda247 appears to be in consolidation mode, focusing on long-term scalability rather than immediate profitability. The company is expected to continue integrating its recent acquisitions, optimize costs, and explore monetization avenues through new course offerings and improved user engagement.
As the Indian edtech landscape matures post-pandemic, platforms like Adda247 will need to balance cost discipline with content innovation and platform diversification. Its next few fiscal years will be critical in determining whether this strategy leads to sustainable profitability.
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