Education franchise in India

Own a SkillCircle Campus

Partner with a 10-year-old, 100% bootstrapped, made-in-India skills brand that has grown from 1 to 15+ centres. Run a career-focused digital skills campus in your city, backed by our curriculum, technology and marketing.

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15+SkillCircle centres
74,356+Students trained
10States across India
Pan-IndiaHiring partners
Vision statement

Our vision

To enable individuals to realise their potential and make their career dreams come true.
Shivam Ahuja, Founder, SkillCircle
The opportunity

Why start an education franchise in India?

India has an estimated 20–30 crore career-seekers aged 18 to 35, and the demand for job-ready skills keeps rising. A skill development franchise lets you build a respected local business around that demand.

Cultural value

Indian families put huge emphasis on education, which makes it a resilient business to be in.

Growing need

Competition for jobs and high-end skills is increasing every year, and so is demand for quality training.

Social respect

Helping students reach their career goals earns you status and respect in your community.

Early breakeven

Education can reach breakeven early, provided the centre is run efficiently.

Why SkillCircle

Why SkillCircle is the edtech franchise to own

A proven digital marketing institute franchise and computer training franchise model, with programmes from Digital Marketing to Data Analytics, Data Science and AI.

10 years of operations

A decade of building programmes, placements and goodwill as a formidable brand.

From 1 to 15+ centres

Scaled across India through a federation of entrepreneurs, present in 10 states.

100% bootstrapped, made in India

Built on profitable growth, not outside funding.

Best Vocational Institute 2026

Recognised by Entrepreneur India, and awarded by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. Also ranked among the top 10 digital marketing institutes of 2024 and featured on TEDx, Josh Talks, Forbes and TOI.

Ready tech stack

LMS for learning delivery, CRM for leads and admissions, and IVR for calling, set up for your centre.

Marketing support

Centrally planned media campaigns, publicity and launch activities to fill your batches.

Huge programme basket

Six programme buckets. Start with one and expand as your centre grows.

Proven, centralised model

Central R&D and product development, so you can focus on the last mile: students and placements.

Placement legacy

Dedicated placement support through #JobCircle, with alumni working at agencies and brands, and some running their own agency or startup.

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Prerequisites

Prerequisites to own a skill development franchise

Location

A suitable city and site, assessed together with your background and the competition in your region.

Profile

A passion for education, a suitable academic background, interest in student interaction and the drive to be a successful entrepreneur.

Values

Uncompromising ethics, round-the-clock commitment and our DOST mindset: Daring, Ownership, Smart, Trustworthy.

What you get

What you get as a SkillCircle franchise partner

360-degree go-to-market support, from choosing your premises to quarterly reviews.

Set-up support

  • Premises selection
  • Centre layout approval
  • Recruitment of centre staff
  • Student fee finalisation
  • Support visits after launch

Training

  • Training for your centre team
  • Latest curriculum for every programme
  • Scheduled academic sessions all year
  • Sales, marketing and technical training

Marketing

  • Media campaigns
  • Publicity planning
  • Centre launch activities
  • Meetings with schools and colleges
  • Participation in major events

Technology

  • LMS for learning delivery
  • CRM for leads and admissions
  • IVR for calling
  • Online live classes from expert mentors
  • Quarterly review and planning
Process

How to apply: 5 simple steps

The process usually takes a few weeks from start to finish.

  1. Explore the model

    Go through our brochure and partner testimonials to understand the business.

  2. Talk to our team

    A SkillCircle representative calls you to discuss your interest and fit.

  3. Visit our head office

    Meet us in New Delhi to discuss your franchise business plan.

  4. Review the agreement

    Receive the service partner agreement after submitting the required documents.

  5. Meet the founder

    Align with Shivam Ahuja on your plans and get started.

Partner stories

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FAQs

Franchise FAQs

Who can become a SkillCircle franchisee?
Anyone with a passion for education. The ideal partner has a suitable academic background, the desire to be a successful entrepreneur, respect for ethics and values, and a keen interest in interacting with students.
How long does approval take?
Our approval process is thorough and depends on your commitment and ability to finance a centre for at least the first year. It typically takes a few weeks from start to finish.
Will SkillCircle open a centre in my city?
If your business plan is sound and your location suits a SkillCircle centre, yes. Location is judged together with your background and the competition in your region.
Can I start with only one programme?
Yes. We offer six programme buckets and you can start with any one. Infrastructure and staffing needs differ by programme, so choose your location with future expansion in mind.
Does SkillCircle offer financial assistance?
We do not have a financial assistance programme, but the specifics of your contract can be worked out to support your financial requirements where appropriate.
What training and academic support will I get?
You get the latest curriculum for every programme you run, scheduled training sessions throughout the year, and sales, marketing and technical training for your team.
Is this a digital marketing institute or computer training franchise?
Both. SkillCircle is an edtech and skill development franchise with programmes ranging from Digital Marketing to Data Analytics, Data Science and AI, delivered face to face in your classroom or as online live classes.

Own a SkillCircle campus in your city

Join an education franchise built over 10 years, with the brand, curriculum, technology and marketing already in place.