Mumbai-based ed-tech platform, Offee has secured funding of Rs 5.25 crore. This funding comes from JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF) Investors, Bombay Industry Association (BIA) and Riidl. The capital injection will be dedicated to strengthening Offee’s product development, expanding its operational reach and entering new markets, according to an official release.
In response to the educational sector’s rapid digital transformation, catalysed by the pandemic, Offee claims to have introduced a solution to tap into the unexplored potential of digitising more than 100 crore paper-based college exams in India. Offee further claims that its Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) solution stands out for its capability to empower students to securely take digital exams on their personal devices, even in airplane mode, be it within classrooms or local examination centres. This feature is especially significant in less-accessible taluka/panchayat areas, effectively bridging the educational gap, the release mentioned.
“With the support of JITO, BIA and Riidl, we are transforming the exam conduction process, making it a reality for students everywhere. This is not just an app for us; we are building a movement. With the backing of our strategic investors, we are poised to make digital exams the norm, ensuring fair and equitable access to all,” Amit Shah, founder, Offee, said.
With a vision of bringing about a transformative shift for educational institutions and government bodies, Offee’s platform aims to streamline the administration of large-scale examinations. It aims to promote the concept that any location can serve as an examination centre, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility at all levels of education, as per the release.