Edtech startup Toppr raises $35 million in Series C funding round

Mumbai-based edtech startup Toppr has raised $35 million in Series C funding round led by Eight Road Ventures, Helion Ventures, Kaizen PE and SAIF Partners. 

The funds raised will be used by the company to fuel their adaptive platform that has more than 6 million registered students.

Zishaan Hayath, CEO and Founder, Toppr, said, "This capital will be used to create brand awareness, accelerate user acquisition, increase our geographical footprint and invest in training and development."

Sandeep Aneja, Managing Partner of Kaizen PE, stated, "A robust pedagogical approach that keeps students engaged and delivers outcomes, thoughtful use of artificial intelligence, and a strong management team are aspects that convinced us about the company’s ability to continue making a significant positive difference to the way children learn."