Launch · Education & Skilling

Techmaghi expands offline centers after record online program

By Startup Enthusiast · 20 April 2026

What they do

Founder Deepak Rajan pivoted from mental health to skill-building after an EV workshop drew 8,000 students

The company earned a record for the largest online program in Asia and aims to open 15-20 offline centers in Southern India

It funds itself through workshop income and government grants, and plans franchise growth starting with a Calicut lab

Deepak Rajan shifted from a mental health venture (Boomerang) to skill-building after an EV workshop attracted over 8,000 students.
Techmaghi set a record for the largest online program in Asia, recognized by the Asia Book of Records.
The company represented India at Hong Kong's Jaitex 2025.
It recently raised ₹35-40 lakh.
Techmaghi relies on workshop revenues and government grants such as Startup India and Kerala Startup Mission for funding.
It runs two centers in Kochi equipped with automotive and VR labs.
The company provides internships and tailored courses.
The name 'Techmaghi' means tech's magician.

Experience at Byju's taught Rajan to pursue a careful, slow-growth approach.
Techmaghi stands out by using hybrid models that combine industry experts and physical labs, unlike fully online platforms.
Profit margins and grants support its expansion plans.
The pivot from mental health to skill-building shows a demand for vocational training.

Techmaghi is a hybrid learning company with VR labs and automotive training.
It has two centers in Kochi with automotive and VR labs.
The company offers internships and personalized courses.
It has a team of 40+ members.
Revenue comes from workshop fees and government grants.
The company targets 15-20 offline centers across Southern India in three years.
It plans franchise expansion starting with a Calicut automotive lab.