Education

We provide strategic legal counsel to educational institutions, universities, edtech companies and investors across India. Our services cover regulatory, transactional, and operational aspects of the education sector, addressing both traditional and digital education ecosystems.

• Regulatory Approvals and Compliance: Assistance with obtaining and maintaining approvals and affiliations from regulatory bodies such as UGC, AICTE, CBSE, ICSE, NCERT, NCTE, and State Education Boards. Advisory on compliance with the Right to Education Act, National Education Policy (NEP), and other applicable state and central legislation.
• EdTech Platforms and Digital Learning: Structuring of online learning platforms, virtual classrooms, and edtech startups. Drafting terms of use, licensing agreements, privacy policies, and compliance with IT laws and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act.
• Content Development and Licensing: Advising on creation, acquisition, and licensing of educational content. Ensuring IP protection for proprietary materials and compliance with copyright laws.
• Institutional Collaborations: Structuring of domestic and international tie-ups, exchange programs, and dual-degree partnerships. Compliance with FCRA, FDI norms, and other foreign collaboration regulations.
• M&A and Investment in Education: Legal support in private equity, acquisitions, joint ventures, and investments in schools, colleges, and edtech ventures.
• Trusts and Societies: Formation and governance of educational trusts, societies, and Section 8 companies, including amendments to trust deeds and compliance with charitable laws.