Physics Wallah
PhysicsWallah is an Indian edtech unicorn offering affordable test-prep, K-12, upskilling and offline coaching across 100+ centers, founded by educator Alakh Pandey in 2020 in Noida. The company has raised over $300M and was valued at $2.8B in its September 2024 Series B led by Hornbill Capital, with an IPO on NSE/BSE filed in 2025.
Company snapshot
- Active
- Total funding
- $310M
- Funding rounds
- 3
- Last round (Series B)
- $210M
- Last round date
- Sep 2024
- Founded
- 2020
- Employees
- 5001-10000
- Headquarters
- Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Founders
Alakh Pandey, Prateek Maheshwari
Industries
- EdTech
- Test Preparation
- Online Education
- K-12
Notable investors
| Investor | Role |
|---|---|
| Hornbill Capital | Lead |
| Lightspeed Venture Partners | Co-investor |
| GSV Ventures | Lead |
| WestBridge Capital | Lead |
Frequently asked questions
How much funding has Physics Wallah raised?
Physics Wallah has raised $310M in total funding across 3 rounds.
What was Physics Wallah's most recent funding round?
Physics Wallah's most recent round was a Series B of $210M in Sep 2024.
When was Physics Wallah founded?
Physics Wallah was founded in 2020.
Where is Physics Wallah headquartered?
Physics Wallah is headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.
How many employees does Physics Wallah have?
Physics Wallah has 5001-10000 employees.
Who are Physics Wallah's investors?
Physics Wallah's notable investors include Hornbill Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, GSV Ventures, WestBridge Capital.