Globally, the world is turning to online learning for barrier-free convenient education. The benefits of a virtual classroom boost student success in many ways including K-12 schooling support and career advancement opportunities. Presently, India is the 2nd largest e-learning market after the United States of America in the world.
Let’s unveil the best online learning platforms in this article. And see how this life-changing educational alternative can help our Indian students through the offerings of these leading institutions.
Before the Top 10 Online Learning Platforms, here’s a look at some statistical information!
- Indian online learning platforms market is estimated to reach a mark of US$5.50bn by 2024.
- User penetration was estimated at 12.1% in 2024. It will further hit a mark of 18.8% by 2029.
- Online education market is expected to grow at a promising CAGR of 9% between 2022-2027.
Here’s a look at the Top 10 online learning platforms in India
1) Khan Academy
Indian students can access free online content through the website of the Khan Academy. This platform offers 8 language choices (including Hinglish) for students from grades 1 to 12. Students can revisit the Maths concepts studied in the previous grades under the Math Foundation course (for grades 6th to 10th).
Khan Academy released its annual report in the year 2019. The number of students signing up for SAT practice in the U.S.A. was quite promising (2.7 million i.e. a 17% increase from the previous year).
Pricing: No charges
Features: Aligned with the Indian curriculum. Free resources for parents and teachers as well. Free teacher training programs along with a course completion certificate. Partners with government and state governments to expand high-quality educational opportunities for all learners.
Classes- 1 to 12
Website: india.khanacademy.org
2) K8 School
K8 School is not just India’s first online school; it is also one of the most popular virtual learning platforms for students from Nursery to grade 8.
Accredited by a prestigious accrediting agency Cognia, K8 School offers affordable digital schooling programs for students. With a credible CBSE curriculum, and the support of the industry’s best educators, this school has managed to serve the Indian student community with world-class virtual schooling programs. Students can complete school grades with online study material, attend virtual classes from home, and do away with everyday travel hassles.
This school creates a perfect learning ambiance with online pedagogies and incorporates the best practices of the virtual teaching community through the handholding provided by its esteemed accreditors. All in all, the best-in-class virtual learning is now within reach of every Indian family with K8 School’s online schooling programs.
Website: https://k8school.com/
Fees:- Please refer to the table below
Grade | Fee in Indian Rupees |
Nursery | 1,10,000 |
KG | 1,10,000 |
1 | 1,15,000 |
2 | 1,15,000 |
3 | 1,15,000 |
4 | 1,15,000 |
5 | 1,15,000 |
6 | 1,20,000 |
7 | 1,20,000 |
8 | 1,20,000 |
* An admission fee of Rs. 15000 is levied per grade. You can also check the quarterly break-up of the tuition fee on this page | |
3) Coursera
In the world of online learning, Coursera is another great platform that offers an array of options for Indian students. Students can enjoy unlimited access to world-class courses with subscription plans. When a student completes a course, he/she is awarded a certificate.
Pricing: Coursera Plus is available for Rs. 4,922 per month (any time cancellation is available). A single learning program costs between Rs. 4087 and Rs. 6590. Coursera Plus Annual is available for Rs. 33,287 per year.
Features: Unlimited certificate learning programs. A choice of varied topics across several subject areas. Flexible learning opportunities for students. Quite cost-effective for students who take up multiple courses.
Classes- High school classes (9 to 12)
Website: https://www.coursera.org
4) Doubtnut
Doubtnut’s online classes are an excellent choice for students for NCERT solutions and national-level entrance exams (JEE and NEET). These resources are specially designed for Indian students. Students can learn topics in great detail through their comprehensive study material.
Pricing: NCERT solutions are free for English medium students, and JEE online programs are priced at Rs. 105000 (for the full program).
Features: NCERT solutions from classes 6th to 12th. IIT JEE Mains preparation (class 11,12 and 12+), NEET UG preparation (class 11,12 and 12+)
Classes- 6th to 12th
Website: www.doubtnut.com
5) BYJU’s
Another name that has made a mark in the Indian EdTech industry is Byju’s. Founded by Byju Raveendran with a vision of cascading world-class educational content, Byju’s Learning app has made a giant stride in the world of teaching and learning. Recently, the platform has released its revised (slashed) pricing through leading media houses. Parents can choose this platform for online learning at much more affordable prices now.
Pricing: As per the recent update the annual subscription of Byju’s Learning app is now available for Rs. 12000 (yearly). Byju’s classes and tuition centers are available for Rs. 24000 and 36000 for a year
Features: NCERT solutions, Early Learn, CBSE sample papers, State Board, IAS, JEE, NEET, GATE, Maths, Science Olympiad support, learning activities, interactive worksheets, and parent-child activities
Classes- LKG to 12
Website: byjus.com
6) SSSi Online Tutoring Services
For one-on-one online classes, Indian students can opt for SSSi online tutoring services. This platform covers academics, professional language courses, competitive exams, and Olympiad support. Students can improve their grades with the handholding of the expert educators of SSSi online tutoring services. SSSi online tutoring services also enhances skills beyond academics (like personality development, Vedic Maths, abacus, robotics, digital literacy, music, handwriting improvement, courses, etc.). This platform covers the CBSE, ICSE, and State Boards as well.
Pricing: SSSI tutors charge between Rs. 799 to Rs. 1375 (tentative price as mentioned on their website)
Features: Academics, Edtech 360, Languages (Spoken English, French, Spanish, German, Shorthand), Competitive exam and Olympiad preparation, extra support for homework by the tutors
Classes- 1 to 12
Website: www.sssi.in
7) Vedantu
Pricing: Foundational courses start at Rs. 99. Please check other prices directly with the platform.
Features: NEET accelerator books, chapter tests, one-on-one premium tuitions, SAT preparations, bridge courses (to bridge the foundational gap)
Classes- LKG to 12, JEE, NEET, Olympiad, Summer Camp, Coding, and Learn English Courses
Website: www.vedantu.com
Website: https://www.vedantu.com/
8) Schoolnet India Limited
Another platform that harnesses the power of technology to provide educational solutions, and skill development is Schoolnet. This tech-driven endeavor is helping students on a large scale with its outcome-driven focus and unmatched zeal. They cover subjects like English, Science, Business Studies, Economics, Maths, Hindi, Social Science, and Accounting
Pricing: The platform has not mentioned the pricing plan directly. Please contact them directly for the pricing
Features: The platform has supported 25 million students across 30 states and UTs in India. It offers great language support through the English Relay Program for schools and English for Employability programs over and above the K-12 resources
Classes- K-12
Website: www.schoolnetindia.com
9) Ebix Smartclass (Fliplearn Prime App)
In this age of digitalization, online learning continues to revolutionize the education system with platforms and applications. Ebix Smartclass is yet another platform that makes an impact on the lives of students and stakeholders. This online resource provider helps schools with modules to make interactive technology-based learning more accessible within the classrooms. It also connects the same paradigm with the parent community by empowering them with access to the same/similar resources as the school (in the smart classes). A membership with Fliplearn Prime is available for parents to access the virtual resources offered by Ebix Smartclass.
Pricing: Rs. 11,999 (yearly subscription charge for any class from pre-nursery to 12)
Features: Visual experience, step-by-step procedures, objective tests, learning evaluation system, great for understanding abstract concepts
Classes- Pre- Nursery to 12
10) ExtraMarks
Online learning is known for improving the reach of quality education. And Extra Marks is a name that has proved its excellence in the world of digital learning solutions. This platform covers all students from K-12 to JEE and NEET as well. By far, Extra Marks has served 15,000 plus schools, and 1,00,00,000 students across 18 plus school boards. Pricing: For a self-study pack valid for 365 days, parents need to pay Rs. 699 per month (grade Nursery). A chapter pack is available for Rs. 99 (validity of 365 days)
Features: Two-way interactive classes, In-class lecture recordings, doubt-solving sessions, practice papers, question library, worksheets, score boosters, tests, and personalized recommendations
Classes- K-12, JEE, and NEET
Website: www.extramarks.com
