Bangalore, (Karnataka) [India]: In a compelling tale of ambition, hustle, and financial savvy, two 28-year-old professionals—Abhishek Jha and Rahul Kumar—have successfully sold their self-created finance course to a leading edtech firm based in Gurgaon. The duo, both MBA graduates from prestigious institutions, managed to reach over 400 learners with their content focused on investments in stocks, mutual funds, and cryptocurrencies.
Hailing from small towns in India, Abhishek and Rahul represent a new generation of professionals who balance demanding corporate jobs with entrepreneurial spirit. Abhishek, an MBA from IIM Rohtak, currently works as a financial analyst at Edelweiss. Rahul, an MBA from the Goa Institute of Management, is a product manager at a US-based fintech firm.
The idea was simple but timely: build accessible, high-quality finance education for India’s growing class of retail investors. What started as a weekend side hustle—curating and selling courses on personal finance, stock market investing, and digital assets—quickly gained traction. The duo leveraged their professional expertise and B-school credentials to build trust, and soon found their content being shared organically within investing communities.
“We noticed a gap between what people want to do with their money and what they actually understand about the markets,” said Abhishek. “Our goal was to simplify complex financial topics and empower people to make smarter decisions.”
Their course content, known for its clarity, practical depth, and relatable approach, attracted the attention of an emerging edtech firm in Gurgaon that specializes in upskilling and professional development. The acquisition deal—though undisclosed in value—is a validation of the content’s market impact and the rising demand for niche, credible financial education.
Rahul added, “We didn’t set out to build a business. We just wanted to help people understand investing better. The acquisition is a bonus—it shows that good content still wins.”
The story of Abhishek and Rahul serves as inspiration for many young professionals looking to create meaningful side ventures. It’s a testament to what’s possible when passion meets expertise—even without quitting your day job.
As financial literacy becomes a national priority and retail investing surges in India, stories like these signal a shift: the future of education might just belong to those who lived the content before they taught it.
