Pickademy Launches AI-Powered Global Education Search Platform
New platform uses semantic AI and personalised recommendations to help students discover the right universities, courses, and career pathways worldwide
With AI assistant “Picksy” and flexible subscription plans, Pickademy aims to transform how students make higher education decisions
- Bilkul Online | By Rafat Quadri
- Ahmedabad | 10 March 2026
A new chapter in the evolution of student guidance and higher education discovery began today with the official launch of Pickademy, an AI-powered global education search platform designed to help students find the right universities, colleges, and courses with clarity and confidence.
Launched in Ahmedabad, Pickademy introduces a technology-driven approach to navigating higher education choices, positioning itself as a student-first decision intelligence platform that simplifies the complex process of selecting academic paths in India and abroad.
A Smarter Way to Search for Higher Education
Pickademy is built around advanced semantic AI search technology that understands a student’s intent rather than relying on simple keyword-based listings. The platform allows users to explore universities and programs based on parameters such as course name, eligibility criteria, entrance examinations, location, tuition fees, and career outcomes.
Unlike conventional education portals that often present long lists of institutions, Pickademy aims to provide precise, personalized, and decision-ready recommendations, helping students focus on opportunities that genuinely align with their ambitions and academic profiles.
By integrating artificial intelligence with structured academic data, the platform transforms the traditional college search process into a guided decision-making journey.
Introducing “Picksy”: The AI Academic Assistant
At the heart of the platform is “Picksy,” an intelligent AI assistant developed to support students throughout their higher education exploration.
Picksy helps users:
- Compare universities and programs
- Understand admission pathways and eligibility requirements
- Evaluate potential career outcomes
- Navigate study options in India and global destinations
The AI assistant is designed to function as a digital academic advisor, offering real-time guidance that adapts to each student’s interests, qualifications, and goals.
Vision Behind the Platform
Speaking at the launch, Rahul Ghadia, Founder of Pickademy, highlighted the motivation behind building the platform.
“Our vision is to remove confusion from the higher education journey,” he said. “I would like to thank Yogesh Patel, our very first investor and one of the earliest believers in this vision. His financial support at the starting line gave us the confidence and momentum to build what we’ve built today.”
The founding team believes that as the number of courses, institutions, and study destinations continues to grow, students need intelligent tools rather than overwhelming information.
A Decision Intelligence Engine for Students
Harshal Pushkarna, Co-founder and Strategic Advisor of Pickademy, emphasized that the platform is designed to go beyond the traditional role of education listing websites. “We are not building just another listing platform. Pickademy is designed as a decision intelligence engine — where knowledge replaces uncertainty and students make informed, future-ready choices.”
The platform aims to empower students with data-backed insights, enabling them to compare institutions and programs not just by reputation but by practical factors such as career prospects and affordability.
Built on Scalable AI Architecture
Highlighting the technological backbone of the platform, Virendra Rajput, Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, explained how artificial intelligence powers the system.
“Our AI architecture is built to interpret intent, refine search accuracy, and continuously improve through structured feedback. Pickademy is engineered for scalability, precision, and trust.”
According to the development team, the platform will continue to evolve as the AI learns from user interactions and expands its global academic database.
Accessible Subscription Plans
Pickademy offers flexible subscription options designed to make intelligent academic guidance accessible to students:
- ₹99 per week
- ₹249 per month
New users can also explore the platform through a free introductory trial, allowing them to experience the AI-powered search and advisory tools before subscribing.
A New Digital Companion for Students
With its launch in Ahmedabad, Pickademy positions itself as a global education discovery platform with an Indian innovation backbone. By combining artificial intelligence, clean interface design, and curated academic data, the platform aims to become a trusted digital companion for students navigating one of the most important decisions of their lives.
As the higher education landscape becomes increasingly complex and globalized, Pickademy’s creators believe intelligent tools like theirs will play a crucial role in helping students move from information overload to informed decisions.
The launch marks the beginning of Pickademy’s journey to reshape how students explore education opportunities — not just by searching institutions, but by discovering the future they want to build.
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