The CEO of Crack Academy, an online edtech platform for the Civil Services Examination, is Neeraj Kansal

A visionary CEO, Neeraj Kansal founded Crack Academy, India's first online edtech platform for Civil Services Examination preparation. Neeraj has revolutionized exam preparation by democratizing access to quality education. Crack Academy's mission to empower aspirants nationwide is driven by innovative strategies and transformative impact.

Welcome to an exclusive interview with Neeraj Kansal, the visionary CEO of Crack Academy, India’s pioneering online edtech platform for Civil Services Examination preparation. Neeraj has revolutionized the landscape of exam preparation with a commitment to democratizing access to quality education.

Small-town students have struggled to compete over the years due to a lack of national-level coaching facilities and proper guidance. Recognizing this gap, CrackIAS (now Crack Academy) was founded to provide an affordable and accessible educational solution for students living across the country.

Launched in 2007 as India’s first Ed-tech platform for the Civil Services Examination, CrackIAS helped select thousands of IAS aspirants. For 17+ years, we empowered IAS aspirants by providing high-quality, affordable distance education through notes & assignments.

Now Crack Academy brings you the best of both worlds through its revolutionary hybrid learning model involving online and live teaching in physical classrooms. 

What distinguishes Crack Academy from other online platforms catering to civil services examination preparation?

Crack Academy’s unique pedagogy and top-notch quality content is the need of the hour and aim to revolutionize the education landscape in the county. The academy offers quality education, catering to the needs of students preparing for exams and courses like UPSC, IAS, SSC, Banking, Agniveer, etc.

We have also partnered with Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation to provide Civil Services coaching to the foundation’s meritorious students of classes 10th & 12th.

How does Crack Academy leverage technology to enhance learning outcomes for aspirants preparing for the civil services examination?

By leveraging cutting-edge teaching methodologies and technology-enabled learning tools, Crack Academy delivers an immersive learning experience that empowers students. The academy delivers an affordable and accessible Ed-tech solution by establishing partner-owned classroom centers in smaller towns, thereby diminishing the educational disparity.

Crack Academy also offers free scholarship programs to meritorious students of tier 3 & tier 4 towns. Further, the academy aims to incorporate advanced analytics, interactive content, vocational courses, and personalized learning paths to ensure each student receives a tailored educational experience that meets their needs.

In what ways does Crack Academy adapt its content and teaching methodologies to cater to the diverse needs of civil services aspirants?

Neeraj Kansal: With a combination of convenience through online learning and an exceptional curriculum, Crack Academy offers a model tailored for students to fulfill their diverse needs of studying conveniently and accomplishing their dreams.

The curriculum is designed comprehensively, covering a wide range of subjects and competitive exams, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education. In 2010, we launched the Red and Blue book series- a single-source solution that covers the entire syllabus for Civil Services exam preparation and has been a Bible for UPSC aspirants for over 17+ years.

Furthermore, we aim to bring “Dilli wali coaching” to tier 3 & 4 cities, providing a conducive learning environment through an affordable and accessible Ed-tech solution and Partner-owned Classroom Centers in smaller towns, bridging critical learning gaps with a visionary approach.

What advice would you give to aspiring civil servants who are considering utilizing online platforms like Crack Academy for their exam preparation?

Crack Academy envisions a world where every student, regardless of geographical location, has comprehensive access to quality education and opportunities for educational growth. Aspiring civil servants considering online platforms will find all the benefits of physical classroom teaching too, here at Crack Academy.

The academy’s innovative model reduces the cost of education, making it affordable for students from all economic backgrounds. This commitment aims to make quality education accessible to the maximum number of students.

Our conversation with Neeraj Kansal has illuminated the trailblazing spirit behind Crack Academy, India’s leading online edtech platform for Civil Services Examination preparation. Under Neeraj’s leadership, the platform continues to redefine traditional learning paradigms, making quality education accessible to aspirants across the country.

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