Established
1999
Franchise Units
100
Minimum Investment
₹ 15,00,000
Franchise Fee
₹ 3,50,000
Total Investment Range
₹ 25,00,000
Home Based
No
Description
Every year, millions of commerce and non-commerce graduates pass out of Indian universities with degree certificates, yet face a staggering gap between classroom theory and real-world workplace demands. The Institute of Computer Accountants (ICA Edu Skills) was built specifically to bridge this employability gap. Recognized as a premier practical skill-training chain in computer accounting, taxation, GST, SAP, and financial software, ICA transforms ambitious students into job-ready finance professionals.
As a franchise partner, you are not merely investing in a coaching setup; you are establishing a career-launching engine in your city. ICA’s FOFO (Franchise Owned, Franchise Operated) model combines a high-demand curriculum, government-recognized skill certifications (NSDC partner), and a 100% job guarantee framework on flagship programs. This positions your center as an immediate destination for youth seeking financial independence. Operating in the recession-proof education sector, an ICA franchise delivers high social impact alongside consistent commercial profitability.
Background
Brand Name: The Institute of Computer Accountants (ICA Edu Skills Private Limited)
Established Year: 1999 (27+ years of operational excellence)
Founders: Founded by Mr. Dr. Sanjiv Chandel and Mr. Kajal Sarkar
Headquarters: Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Network Size: 100+ centers across 16 states and 61+ cities in India
Industry Category: Vocational Skill Development, Computerized Accounting, Banking, Taxation, and IT Training
Key Affiliations & Certifications: Government of India NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) Partner, ISO Certified, with curriculum alignment across tools like Tally Prime, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Zoho Books, and GST compliance.
Impact: Over 350,000+ candidates trained and placed across corporate India.
Support Training
Pre-Launch Support
Demographic & Site Feasibility: Location scouting, footfall evaluation, and catchment area analysis to ensure optimal center placement.
Infrastructure Design: Turnkey interior guidelines, lab layouts, branding signage, and room partition specs.
Recruitment Assistance: Screening support and hiring frameworks for center heads, academic faculty, and student counsellors.
Operational & Academic Support
Faculty Training Programs: Regular Train-The-Trainer (TTT) workshops to keep teachers updated on shifting tax laws, GST updates, and software upgrades.
Technology Infrastructure: In-house ERP management, learning management software (LMS), online exam portals, and automated student progress tracking.
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Step-by-step manuals covering batch scheduling, fee collection, student attendance, and center admin.
Marketing & Placement Support
Central Marketing Support: Digital ads, search engine marketing, and social media campaigns run by the corporate office generate direct student inquiries.
Counselling Scripts: Comprehensive sales SOPs and objection-handling guides to train counsellors on converting leads.
Placement Engine: ICA’s network of 30+ dedicated placement offices connects certified students with local, regional, and national employers for walk-in drives and job interviews.
Ideal Candidate
ICA seeks partners who combine business acumen with a drive to make an educational impact in their community.
Target Profile: First-time entrepreneurs, existing tuition/coaching center owners looking to upgrade, corporate professionals making a career transition, or investors seeking steady returns.
Industry Background: Prior experience in education is not mandatory. Leadership, basic management skills, and local market familiarity are far more important.
Commitment Level: Active involvement in daily center monitoring, team leadership, and local community outreach.
Location Preference: Ground/first-floor commercial properties on major roads, near colleges, railway stations, or high-density residential/commercial zones with easy public transit access.
Financial Detail
| Financial Parameter | Details & Range |
| Minimum Floor Area | 1,000 – 2,500 sq. ft. carpet area |
| Total Investment | ₹15 Lakhs – ₹25 Lakhs (varies by city tier & space) |
| Franchise Fee | ₹3.5 Lakhs (Non-Metro) – ₹8 Lakhs (Metro / Tier 1) |
| Infrastructure & Interiors | ₹8 Lakhs – ₹14 Lakhs (computer lab, furniture, branding, signage) |
| Technology & IT Systems | ₹1 Lakh – ₹2 Lakhs (PCs, networking, UPS, printers) |
| Working Capital Reserve | ₹1 Lakh – ₹2 Lakhs (initial rent buffer, staff salaries, local admin) |
| Marketing & Launch Budget | ₹50,000 – ₹1.5 Lakhs (local launch ads, flyers, local signage) |
| Royalty / Revenue Share | Standard revenue-sharing model (disclosed during agreement stage) |
| Target Annual ROI | 25% – 40% per annum |
| Expected Break-Even Time | 18 – 24 months |
| Agreement Tenure | 5 Years (renewable) |