PhysicsWallah to Invest Rs. 460 Cr in Hybrid Learning Expansion

PhysicsWallah (PW), India’s edtech unicorn, has announced plans to invest Rs. 460.6 crore (US$55.27 million) to expand its offline and hybrid learning centers across India and select overseas markets, including the Middle East.

The company, which began as a digital-first education platform, has rapidly built a significant physical presence, operating 198 centers across 109 cities in India and the Middle East as of March 31, 2025.

The expansion will be funded through proceeds from PhysicsWallah’s upcoming IPO, which includes a fresh equity issue worth Rs. 3,100 crore (US$372 million) and an offer for sale of Rs. 720 crore (US$86.4 million).

Key Highlights

PhysicsWallah to invest Rs. 460.6 crore in offline & hybrid centers
IPO proceeds will fund Vidyapeeth, Pathshala, and vocational centers
Expansion to cover India and overseas markets, including Middle East

Of the planned investment, Rs. 234.4 crore (US$28.13 million) will be allocated to Vidyapeeth centers that specialize in JEE, NEET, and foundation courses, strengthening PW’s dominance in test prep. An additional Rs. 49.9 crore (US$5.99 million) will go to hybrid Pathshala centers, which blend online and offline learning experiences. Meanwhile, Rs. 176.3 crore (US$21.16 million) will fund expansion into other domains, including defence exams, chartered accountancy, government job preparation, and vocational skills training.

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This investment underscores PW’s vision of becoming a diversified education powerhouse, blending its digital strengths with a strong offline presence to serve millions of students. By expanding both in India and overseas, PhysicsWallah is positioning itself as a global leader in hybrid education, catering to competitive exams, professional courses, and emerging skill development needs.