Leverage Edu
Leverage Edu: Business Model Canvas
The nine-block Business Model Canvas, filled in only where a public source states it — empty blocks mean we haven't found a citable fact yet, not that the answer is zero.
Value Propositions
a technology-led counselling platform that gives students access to a one-stop dashboard for their entire study abroad journey
sourceThrough its workshops, it helps students find the right college, guides them with complex applications and grade conversions, as well as assists with education loans, visas and accommodations.
sourceThe eight-year-old startup was quick to respond when India-Canada relations soured, helping Indian students reroute to Germany
sourceCustomer Segments
India remains Leverage's largest source market, accounting for 58% of its total student base.
sourceSaudi Arabia, Egypt, Vietnam, and Malaysia — emerging markets with growing numbers of students seeking to study abroad.
sourceCustomer Relationships
Channels
The company operates across 27 countries through over 50 offices and has a headcount of around 800 people.
sourcea mobile app, an AI-powered course search engine, a university matchmaking tool called UniConnect, and a newly launched SaaS suite for global universities under the brand Univalley.ai
sourceKey Activities
Key Resources
Key Partnerships
Aloke and Suchitra Lohia Family Office — Investor ETS — Investor Shorelight — Investor Auctus Holding — Investor Blume Ventures — Investor Capri Global Holdings — Investor
Revenue Streams
about 20% comes directly from students and 55% from universities in commissions
sourceThe startup generates around 25% of its revenue from its platform businesses
sourceThe company also generated Rs 29.7 crore from its Fly business, launched in late 2022, through which it offers financial services to students pursuing education abroad.
sourceLeverage Edu also earned Rs 21.2 crore from the sale of products and generated Rs 4.9 crore from other operating and non-operating sources
sourceCost Structure
employee benefits remained the largest cost centre and accounted for nearly 23% of total expenses at Rs 64 crore
sourceadvertising and promotional spending surged 2.2X to Rs 59.8 crore in the previous fiscal year
sourcecommission paid to selling agents, which shot up 2.6X in FY25 to Rs 51.2 crore
sourceFAQs on Leverage Edu
What is Leverage Edu's business model?
Leverage Edu's core value proposition centers on One-stop study-abroad dashboard, End-to-end admissions support, Rerouting students amid visa disruption.
How does Leverage Edu make money?
Leverage Edu's cited revenue streams include University commissions & student fees (placement services), Platform businesses (loans, remittance, housing), Fly business — education loans & forex, Product sales.