PhysicsWallah Transitions to Public Company

Edtech unicorn PhysicsWallah has initiated its journey toward a 2025 IPO by transitioning into a public company. The company’s board has approved a resolution to change its name from PhysicsWallah Private Limited to PhysicsWallah Limited, signaling its intent to list equity shares on one or more stock exchanges.

2025 IPO Timeline and Recent Developments

The IPO is expected to take place in the second half of 2025. This significant development follows the recent appointment of Amit Sachdeva as the company’s Chief Finance Officer (CFO), reflecting PhysicsWallah’s strategic focus on growth and operational readiness.

From YouTube Channel to Edtech Giant

Founded in 2016, PhysicsWallah started as a YouTube channel offering affordable educational content for students preparing for competitive exams like JEE and NEET. It has since evolved into a comprehensive edtech platform offering:

• Live and recorded lectures
• Test series and study materials
• Hybrid offline centers under the “PW Pathshala” brand

Financial Performance and Fundraising

PhysicsWallah has raised $310 million in funding to date, including a landmark $210 million round, which is among the largest equity rounds for an edtech startup. The company’s valuation stands at $2.8 billion, with co-founders retaining over 85% ownership.

In FY24, PhysicsWallah reported:

• Revenue from operations: ₹1,940.4 crore (up from ₹744.3 crore in FY23)
• Adjusted EBITDA: ₹67 crore (excluding ESOP costs and non-cash expenses)

First Venture-Funded Edtech Firm to Go Public

If successful, PhysicsWallah could become India’s first venture-funded edtech company to be listed on the stock exchange. Investment bankers have already been appointed to facilitate the process.