CBA Capital

CBA Capital is a private investment firm based in India, managing the Education Catalyst Fund (ECF), a $20 million onshore fund established under the Alternate Investment Fund Category II scheme of the Securities & Exchange Board of India. The fund focuses on supporting early-stage, for-profit companies in the education sector, including ed-tech startups, health services associated with schools, sports management companies, and child nutrition companies. ECF aims to invest in approximately 15 companies over an eight-year period, targeting seed and Series A stage investments. The fund has already invested in companies such as Simulanis, Kopykitab, and Buddy4Study, all leveraging technology to disrupt traditional business models in education.

The fund's strategy emphasizes supporting solutions that cater to low-income families, aiming to positively impact over one million households across India. By focusing on education and skilling, ECF seeks to harness India's demographic dividend and address critical gaps in affordable education and employability. The fund's investors include Gray Matters Capital and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, reflecting a collaborative approach to fostering innovation in the education sector.

CBA Capital's approach combines financial investment with a commitment to social impact, striving to create scalable and sustainable solutions in education. Through its investments, the firm aims to bridge the gap between traditional education models and the evolving needs of the workforce, ensuring that students are equipped with the necessary skills for the future. The firm's focus on early-stage companies allows it to nurture innovative ideas and support entrepreneurs in bringing transformative educational solutions to market.