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Upgrad Enters Unicorn Club After Funding From Temasek, Ifc, Iifl

PRIVATEAug 09, 2021

Round Type

Funding Round

MumbaiEducationE LearningLanguage LearningCorporate Training

Description

New Delhi: Edtech startup upGrad has closed a $185-million funding round at a valuation of $1.2 billion, thus entering the coveted unicorn club. Singapore’s Temasek Holdings Ltd, the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation and IIFL participated in the fundraising.

Quick answer

UpGrad raised an undisclosed amount in a Funding Round round, dated August 9, 2021. UpGrad is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

How much did UpGrad raise?
UpGrad raised an undisclosed amount in a Funding Round round on August 9, 2021.
What does UpGrad do?
UpGrad is an online higher education platform that offers courses and programs in various fields.
Where is UpGrad based and how big is it?
UpGrad is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Who are the decision-makers at UpGrad?
Fundz holds 1 contact at UpGrad, including the Founder and CEO. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

Who else raised in Education and E Learning around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as UpGrad that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • Nectir raised $800K (Seed) on August 24, 2021.
  • Hone raised $13M on August 23, 2021.
  • KAHOOT! raised $55M on September 16, 2021.
  • BoldVoice raised $2M (Seed) on September 7, 2021.
  • WorkJam raised $35M (Funding Round) on August 3, 2021.
  • FrontRow raised $14M (Funding Round) on September 22, 2021.

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Company Information

Company

UpGrad

Location

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

About

UpGrad is an online higher education platform that offers courses and programs in various fields. It partners with universities and industry leaders to provide relevant and high-quality education. The platform focuses on upskilling professionals and enhancing employability.

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