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At a glance
1 Lakh - 2 Lakhs
Investment Range
6 - 10
Franchise Count
On Inquiry
Area Required
On Inquiry
Payback Period
10
Years in Franchising

Upgrad Franchise

Unlock a Rewarding Partnership Opportunity with upGrad

At upGrad, we firmly believe that our franchise partners are integral to our growth, serving as key drivers in extending the online learning revolution to a broader audience across India. In our commitment to your success, we provide unwavering support to partners in every location.

Our recent collaboration with India’s largest private insurance companies exemplifies our effective approach. As their trusted hire-and-train partner for front-line workforce requirements, we offer a Postgraduate program that guarantees a job upon completion. This comprehensive 11-month program equips candidates with the industry-ready skills needed to excel in their roles.

Why Embrace the upGrad Franchise Ownership:

Low Investment: Start your journey with an investment of less than 1 Lakh. Lucrative Earnings: Earn attractive commissions ranging from 7,000 to 20,000 per enrollment. Recurring Income: Enjoy a consistent source of income. Rapid Break-Even Point and High ROI: Experience a quick path to profitability with a substantial return on investment. Proven Business Model and Robust Support: Leverage our successful business model and receive extensive support. Marketing Collateral: Access marketing materials, including brochures and standees. Brand Visibility: Benefit from our upGrad ATL campaign, which enhances brand recognition. Eligibility Criteria for Franchise Partners:

We expect dedication and reliability from our franchise partners, as they represent our company to thousands of customers. The quality and consistency they bring to the process reflect our values.

To qualify, you should have a strong network of students or young professionals seeking careers in sectors like Financial Services, Insurance, Banking, Retail, Data Science, IT, E-commerce, and more.

You should possess the ability to facilitate end-to-end enrollments following upGrad’s policies.

You must be a legally registered entity.

About upGrad:

upGrad stands as one of India’s foremost Edtech companies, founded in January 2015 by Ronnie Screwvala and three IIT-Delhi alumni: Mayank Kumar, Ravijot Chugh, and Phalgun Kompalli. We offer online learning programs with tangible career outcomes for both working professionals and college students. Over the past three years, upGrad has empowered over 300,000 careers.

We boast a strong network of university partners, including MICA, IIIT-Bangalore, BITS-Pilani, and industry partners like Genpact, Uber, PayTM, among others. Our programs span diverse areas such as Insurance (with guaranteed job placement), Technology (Software Development, Blockchain, Product), Management (Sales, Digital Marketing), and Data Sciences (Analytics, Big Data, Machine Learning, AI).

Terms & Conditions:

Please note that the final admission decision will be made jointly by upGrad and the partner university or company for respective programs. Franchise partners are not authorized to collect fees or block amounts on behalf of upGrad.

Education Online Education B2C Semi-Absentee Individual
Investment and financials
Cost overview
Investment range 1 Lakh - 2 Lakhs
Franchise / Brand fee On Inquiry
Royalty / Commission On Inquiry
Investment tier Low
Area required On Inquiry
Staff required 1 - 3
Setup complexity Simple
Business term Lifetime
Renewal available Yes
Returns outlook
Expected monthly revenue
₹10K – 45K
Revenue model Low
Business model B2C
Break-even
Capital payback On Inquiry
Capital sensitivity High
Investor fit profile
Operations
Operation mode Semi-Absentee
Location type Home/Any
Property required Home/Any
Home-based possible Yes
Can run part-time Yes
Primary customer Individual
Market characteristics
Seasonality High
Recession resistance Very High
Digital integration Very High
Years in franchising 10 Years
Avg units / year 1
Ideal for
First-time entrepreneur Salaried professional Retired individual
Franchise support
Provided by brand
Not provided by brand
Data not available
Tax System Inclusion
Franchise Manuals
Head Office Support
Field Assistance
Agreement Template
Marketing Co-op Fund
Training and agreement details
Training location
Information Not Available
Business term
Lifetime
Renewal available
Yes
Brand strength
10 Years
Years Franchising
1
Avg Units / Year
2015
Founded
B
Brand Tier
B
Tier B — Growing brand with expanding presence
A+Established AMature BGrowing CStartup
Growing
Forefind rank history
Current rank
#74
Education category
2025
Moved up 134 places since 2020
Based on Forefind scoring model
Licences and compliance
Required licences and registrations for operating this franchise in India. Requirements may vary by state and city tier.
None mandatory
Setup complexity:
Simple

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