Prateek Boob, co-founder of PhysicsWallah, is set to invest in Gurugram-based edtech startup Newton School as part of an extended Series B funding round, marking the company’s first significant capital infusion in nearly four years and underscoring renewed investor interest in technology and skills-focused education.
Funding Details and Valuation
Regulatory filings show Newton School’s board has approved the issuance of 72,738 Series B1 preference shares at Rs 3,437 each, a raise of roughly Rs 25 crore. After the infusion, the company’s post-money valuation is expected to be about Rs 1,055 crore (approximately $117 million).
On completion of the transaction, Prateek Boob is likely to hold around 2.37% of the edtech firm. The investment signals confidence from a prominent edtech entrepreneur in Newton School’s business model and growth trajectory.
Industry-Focused Education Model
Newton School positions itself as a neo-university aimed at narrowing the gap between conventional higher education and industry requirements. The platform offers specialised programs in software engineering, artificial intelligence and related technology domains, emphasising project-based learning and employer-aligned skill development.
Its flagship offering includes a global B.Tech programme in Computer Science and AI, designed to provide hands-on exposure to contemporary tools and workflows used in product engineering and machine learning roles.
Financial Performance and Growth Prospects
Despite a challenging period for the wider edtech sector, Newton School reported robust growth for the year ended March 2025. Operating revenue rose 61% year-on-year to Rs 38.86 crore from Rs 24 crore in FY24, while losses narrowed by about 40% to Rs 29.66 crore in FY25.
With fresh capital and rising demand for skills training in AI and software development, Newton School plans to expand its program offerings and scale employer partnerships, aiming to strengthen its position in India’s fast-evolving skill-based learning ecosystem.
