Aakash Educational Services

Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) is a prominent Indian educational institution established in 1988 by Mr. JC Chaudhry and Aakash Chaudhry. It specializes in test preparation for medical (NEET) and engineering (JEE Main & Advanced) entrance exams, as well as school exams, competitive scholarships like NTSE, and Olympiads. With over 300 centers across India, AESL serves more than 400,000 students. The company offers classroom coaching, digital learning programs through Aakash Digital, and distance learning options. Aakash Digital features live classes, recorded videos, eBooks, and online test-taking solutions. AESL is recognized for its comprehensive study materials, regular assessments, and effective doubt-clearing systems, all enhanced by advanced technology for a seamless learning experience. Incorporated as a public limited company in 2007, AESL received significant investment from Blackstone in 2019 and was acquired by BYJU'S in 2021. The company is dedicated to academic excellence and modern teaching methods, helping students achieve their educational and career aspirations.

Education Management New Delhi, India Founded 1988 ~8,029 employees Private · Private Equity

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Employees
8,029
+1.1% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$214K
Revenue ~$1.7B
Total funding
$191M
Last round Private Equity, Oct 2019
12-month attrition
17.2%
Tech: 20.2%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Aakash Educational Services went from 8,048 employees in Jul 2023 to 8,029 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 705 people joined, 578 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other6,280
Sales632
Operations377
Success188
Marketing184
Engineering149
HR114
Finance78

Salaries at Aakash Educational Services

All salaries

34 salary profiles in India

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity

Funding

  • Oct 2019 · Private Equity · $13.5B · Blackstone

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How many employees does Aakash Educational Services have?

Aakash Educational Services has about 8,029 employees, up 1.1% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

What is Aakash Educational Services's revenue per employee?

Aakash Educational Services makes about $214K in revenue per employee, based on $1.72B annual revenue and 8,029 employees.

How much does Aakash Educational Services pay?

6figr has 34 salary profiles for Aakash Educational Services in India, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Aakash Educational Services salaries page. See Aakash Educational Services salaries

How much funding has Aakash Educational Services raised?

Aakash Educational Services has raised $190.56M in total funding; its latest round was Private Equity in Oct 2019.

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