SO
Education · School & education software · 1 outlet
Investment ₹1–5 L, fee ₹50K, royalty 30%.
Source: Figures published by the brand on its partner programme. · captured 2026-08-20
Outlets
1
Education franchise under ₹5 lakh in India
11 education brands start under ₹5 lakh, the lowest at ₹1 L, by the starting investment each brand published.
11 brands listed · Figures last confirmed
| Brand | Investment | Franchise fee | Royalty | Stated payback | Outlets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School OS by Softwares For Schools | ₹1–5 L | ₹50K | 30% | — | 1 |
| CueKids | ₹1–4 L | — | — | — | 25 |
| Foster kids pre school chain | ₹4–9 L | — | — | — | 450 |
| Thames Valley Preschool | ₹5–10 L | — | — | — | 10 |
| AI School ERP Software | ₹1–5 L | ₹50K | 30% | — | 1 |
| Admission CRM Software | ₹1–5 L | ₹50K | 30% | — | 1 |
| Connect My Alumni | ₹1–5 L | ₹50K | 30% | — | 1 |
| SchoolTripTrack | ₹1–5 L | ₹50K | 30% | — | 1 |
| School Jobs In India | ₹1–5 L | ₹50K | 30% | — | 1 |
| Teachers AI (School HRM) | ₹1–5 L | ₹50K | 30% | — | 1 |
| SchoolFees AI | ₹1–5 L | ₹50K | 30% | — | 1 |
Figures as each brand published them. Payback is the brand's own projection, not a verified result.
Outlets
25
Outlets
450
Outlets
10
AS
Education · School & education software · 1 outlet
Investment ₹1–5 L, fee ₹50K, royalty 30%.
Source: Figures published by the brand on its partner programme. · captured 2026-08-20
Outlets
1
AC
Education · School & education software · 1 outlet
Investment ₹1–5 L, fee ₹50K, royalty 30%.
Source: Figures published by the brand on its partner programme. · captured 2026-08-20
Outlets
1
CM
Education · School & education software · 1 outlet
Investment ₹1–5 L, fee ₹50K, royalty 30%.
Source: Figures published by the brand on its partner programme. · captured 2026-08-20
Outlets
1
S
Education · School & education software · 1 outlet
Investment ₹1–5 L, fee ₹50K, royalty 30%.
Source: Figures published by the brand on its partner programme. · captured 2026-08-20
Outlets
1
SJ
Education · School & education software · 1 outlet
Investment ₹1–5 L, fee ₹50K, royalty 30%.
Source: Figures published by the brand on its partner programme. · captured 2026-08-20
Outlets
1
TA
Education · School & education software · 1 outlet
Investment ₹1–5 L, fee ₹50K, royalty 30%.
Source: Figures published by the brand on its partner programme. · captured 2026-08-20
Outlets
1
SA
Education · School & education software · 1 outlet
Investment ₹1–5 L, fee ₹50K, royalty 30%.
Source: Figures published by the brand on its partner programme. · captured 2026-08-20
Outlets
1
What the 11 listings here actually publish
Every figure below is an aggregate of what these brands stated themselves for education under ₹5 lakh. Where a brand left a field blank it is not counted, and nothing here is an estimate.
Investment
₹1–10 L
Franchise fee
₹50K
Royalty
30%
Categories represented
By starting investment
What under ₹5 lakh usually buys
A kiosk or a cart, and almost never an exclusive territory. Anything promising a full outlet at this price is counting on you funding the fit-out yourself. The band uses each brand's published starting investment, which excludes the rent deposit and your working capital.
Education franchise under ₹5 lakh: common questions
+How much does an education franchise under ₹5 lakh cost in India?
The 11 education brands in this band listed here state a total investment of ₹1–10 L, with a median starting figure of ₹1 L. 8 of the 11 publish a franchise fee: ₹50K. These are each brand's own figures; rent deposit and working capital are usually on top, so ask for the full opening cost sheet.
+Which education brands in this band have the lowest starting investment?
School OS by Softwares For Schools, CueKids, AI School ERP Software and 6 more start at ₹1 L, as published. Next: Foster kids pre school chain (₹4 L), Thames Valley Preschool (₹5 L). A lower entry price often means a smaller format, so compare what each investment includes.
+What royalty do education brands in this band charge?
8 of the 11 publish a royalty as a share of revenue, all at 30%. Check what the royalty is charged on and whether GST is added, before comparing.
+Which education brands in this band have the most outlets?
By the outlet counts the brands state: Foster kids pre school chain (450), CueKids (25), Thames Valley Preschool (10). A longer track record helps, but ask how many outlets opened and closed in the last two years.
+Are these franchises open across India?
All 11 accept applications across India. Confirm availability for your city in your enquiry.