Kerala’s Interval Learning Makes Another Global Mark

KOCHI:
Malappuram-based edtech startup Interval has garnered global acclaim by one among the top three of the prestigious Global EdTech Startup Awards (GESAwards), widely regarded as the world’s largest educational startup competition. The annual event selects 60 outstanding startups from around the globe to participate in a bootcamp and finals, set to take place in London in January 2025.

This year, India is proudly represented by three startups—Interval, Schooglink, and STEMpedia—demonstrating the country’s growing prominence in the educational technology sector.

The GESAwards, established in 2014, aim to foster global collaboration, promote innovative edtech solutions, and connect stakeholders across the education technology ecosystem. By providing a platform for startups to showcase their cutting-edge products to a global audience, the competition helps foster critical partnerships, attract investments, and facilitate business expansion into alternative markets.

Interval, founded by a group of visionary friends—Ramees Ali, Shibili, Aslah, Sanafir, and Najim—from Areekode, Malappuram, has emerged as a leading provider of personalised tuition services in over 60 countries. The startup’s unique approach to education has not only earned the endorsement of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman but has also secured its inclusion in world-class accelerator programmess run by Nvidia, Google, Microsoft, and other global giants.

In a statement, Ramees Ali, CEO of Interval, expressed optimism about the opportunities this achievement brings. “This recognition at the GESAwards is a testament to our commitment to revolutionising education through technology. It will play a pivotal role in facilitating our expansion into key European markets such as the UK, Germany, and France,” he said.

The GESAwards provide an important platform for the edtech sector, which traditionally exhibits a local focus, to gain global visibility. In addition to celebrating excellence, the competition helps build robust edtech ecosystems and directs investment to innovative ventures worldwide.