PhysicsWallah partners with South Indian university for AI courses
PhysicsWallah has struck a five-year deal with Mohan Babu University to deliver online courses in AI, skilling, and career development. The collaboration will cover nearly 18,000 students, marking the edtech firm’s push into South India as part of its expansion plans.
Sources: economictimes.indiatimes.com
“The move signals edtech’s growing focus on tier-2 institutions, where demand for upskilling outpaces traditional degree programs.”
What it means
While large edtech players often target metro hubs, this partnership suggests a shift toward smaller universities with limited in-house resources. Success will depend on whether the courses align with local job markets or remain generic. If replicated, it could pressure regional colleges to adopt similar models—or risk losing students to online alternatives.
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- PhysicsWallah's Alakh Pandey to move base to South India for business expansion — economictimes.indiatimes.com
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