Bengaluru-based AI-driven admissions platform Ambitio has successfully raised $2 million in a seed funding round led by BLinC Invest, with participation from investor Ritu Bapna and others. This follows an earlier $187,000 investment from First Cheque and additional backers, reinforcing the company’s expansion plans.

With the fresh capital, Ambitio aims to enhance its AI-powered technology and expand its distribution network, simplifying the university application process for students worldwide. Founded in 2022 by Dirghayu Kaushik and Vikrant Shivalik, the platform leverages over 10 million data points, past applicant insights, and alumni expertise to boost students’ chances of securing placements in top global universities.

“Students typically spend over 300 hours navigating the admissions process, often relying on unreliable or biased consultancy services,” said Dirghayu Kaushik, Co-Founder and CEO of Ambitio. “Our AI-driven approach increases admission success rates by more than five times.”

Ambitio’s proprietary algorithm, trained on data from 50,000+ university programs and over a million successful applications, matches students with institutions that best align with their academic and career goals. The company has already facilitated admissions to top universities such as Harvard, Stanford, Columbia, and Oxford.

“Our strategy is rooted in merit-based insights, not institutional affiliations,” noted Vikrant Shivalik, COO and Co-Founder. “By leveraging data-driven methodologies, we have unlocked the science behind securing top-tier admissions.”

With this funding, Ambitio plans to assist 500,000 students in accessing global education opportunities over the next two years, competing with established industry players like Yocket, Gradvine, and MiMEssay.

Commenting on the investment, Amit Ratanpal, Founder and Managing Director at BLinC Invest, stated, “Our Study Abroad Report highlights the importance of personalized guidance in shaping better career outcomes. Ambitio’s data-driven, outcome-based approach aligns perfectly with this vision.”

As Ambitio scales its operations, it aims to revolutionize the study-abroad admissions landscape, making the process more transparent, efficient, and result-oriented through AI-driven innovation.