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Crizac acquires ForeignAdmits stake for Rs 1.25 crore

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Company
Crizac
What it does
B2B international student recruitment platform
Kind
Acquisition
Amount
~Rs 1.25 crore
Sector
Education & Skilling

What they do

Crizac connects global education agents with over 400 institutions in major study abroad markets

What happened

It bought a 37.41% stake in ForeignAdmits using convertible instruments to expand its service offerings

Why it matters

The deal brings AI-powered admissions and visa tools into Crizac's existing student recruitment network

The details

  • Crizac acquired a 37.41% stake in ForeignAdmits for approximately Rs 1.25 crore.
  • The investment was made through Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs) and Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS).
  • This instrument allows the debt or preference shares to convert into equity at a later date.
  • The acquisition aims to enhance Crizac's capabilities across various stages of the study abroad process.
  • Nikhil Jain, the founder and CEO of ForeignAdmits, joins Crizac as Chief Product and Marketing Officer.
  • Jain will oversee product strategy and consumer brand oversight within the combined entity.
  • Crizac operates as a B2B platform connecting global education agents with educational institutions.
  • The deal integrates ForeignAdmits' technology stack directly into Crizac's existing agent network.

The bigger picture

  • Crizac seeks to deepen its value proposition by adding specialized infrastructure tools.
  • The move signals a consolidation trend in the international education services sector.
  • Integrating admissions and visa prep reduces friction for students using agent networks.
  • Acquiring a majority stake allows Crizac to control key technological assets.

About the business

  • Crizac connects global education agents with over 400+ institutions worldwide.
  • The platform operates in key markets including the UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
  • ForeignAdmits provides AI-powered student mobility infrastructure for university discovery and admissions.
  • Its LoanMonk tool has completed over 80,000 assessments with 17+ lending partners.
  • LoanMonk has facilitated loans worth more than Rs 1,500 crore in total value.
  • VisaMonk has been used by over 3,000 students globally for visa preparation.
  • ForeignAdmits supports over 100,000 students across more than 15 countries.
  • The company maintains partnerships with over 800 partner consultancies globally.

What happens next

  • Nikhil Jain will integrate product strategy and brand oversight into Crizac's operations.

The deal

Type
Stake Acquisition

Investors

  • Crizac (buyer) — B2B international student recruitment platform connecting agents with institutions.

Founders

  • Nikhil Jain, Founder/CEO of ForeignAdmits; now CPMO at Crizac

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