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Exclusive: PhysicsWallah–Drishti IAS acquisition deal called off

EntrackrEntrackr · 8m ago
Exclusive: PhysicsWallah–Drishti IAS acquisition deal called off
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Exclusive: PhysicsWallah–Drishti IAS acquisition deal called off In April 2025, Entrackr exclusively reported that PhysicsWallah was evaluating acquisitions to strengthen its presence in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) test preparation segment. The highly anticipated acquisition of Drishti IAS by edtech unicorn PhysicsWallah has been called off, according to two sources. The deal was in advanced stages but did not materialize due to multiple reasons. The deal was estimated at Rs 2,500-Rs 3,000 crore. Drishti IAS, along with other institutes like Chaitanya Academy, Rau's IAS Study Circle, and Sarrthi IAS were among the assets being considered for potential acquisition. “Drishti IAS considered the proposal after being approached by PhysicsWallah, but given its strong revenue and profitability, the company has decided to continue operating independently and is not looking to raise external funding and acquisition," said one of the sources requesting anonymity. Drishti IAS, founded in 1999, has established itself as a leading player in civil services preparation, particularly for Hindi-medium students. The Delhi-based institute reported a revenue of Rs 405 crore and a profit after tax of Rs 90 crore in FY24. Sources added that Drishti is expected to close FY25 with a decent growth in revenue as well as profit. PhysicsWallah, known for its affordable online coaching, has been expanding its offerings beyond engineering and medical entrance exams into the competitive UPSC coaching space. The potential acquisition of Drishti IAS was seen as a strategic move to bolster its offline presence and diversify its portfolio ahead of its planned IPO. PhysicsWallah declined to comment on the story, while Drishti IAS did not respond to queries until the time of publication. Media reports suggest that PhysicsWallah filed draft papers via confidential route in March to raise Rs 4,600 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). If successful, it will become the first edtech unicorn to be listed on the stock exchange.

Drishti IAS posts Rs 364 Cr revenue and Rs 61 Cr PAT in FY25

EntrackrEntrackr · 10d ago
Drishti IAS posts Rs 364 Cr revenue and Rs 61 Cr PAT in FY25
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Fintrackr All Stories Drishti IAS posts Rs 364 Cr revenue and Rs 61 Cr PAT in FY25 Offline coaching firm Drishti IAS has reported operating revenue of Rs 364 crore in FY25, a 10% decline from Rs 405 crore in the previous year, according to its audited financial results. The company’s EBITDA declined to Rs 77 crore from Rs 127 crore, while profit after tax fell 32% to Rs 61 crore from Rs 90 crore year on year. The company attributed the revenue dip to Ind-AS based accounting adjustments and a broader normalisation in the offline coaching sector following the post Covid surge in enrolments. Drishti IAS also cited the stabilisation of classroom admissions across major coaching hubs as student numbers return to pre-Covid levels. Importantly, the relocation of its primary Mukherjee Nagar centre to a compliant facility in Noida during FY25 resulted in a revenue loss of over Rs 30 crore. Founded in 1999 by Vikas Divyakirti, Drishti IAS focuses on UPSC and PCS exam preparation and operates eight centres across Delhi, Noida, Prayagraj, Lucknow, Jaipur, Indore, Ranchi, and Patna. Drishti IAS is expanding across offline and online segments. It opened new centres in Ranchi and Patna in FY26, launched lower-priced studio-based online programmes, and entered Judiciary, Teaching Exams, and SSC categories. The firm also plans to expand into Banking, Defence, and School education, said CEO Vivek Tiwari through a press statement. The company has appointed Vipan Joshi as Chief Financial Officer. Joshi previously served as CFO at Aakash Institute. Originally an offline only coaching institute, Drishti IAS launched its online arm in FY21. In FY25, nearly one third of its revenue came from online operations, with the remainder from offline centres. It is worth noting that PhysicsWallah was in talks to acquire Drishti IAS, but the discussions were eventually called off, with both companies choosing to pursue independent growth strategies.

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