Free Resources for Education Leaders
Actionable guides, templates, and insights from 23+ years of education consulting expertise. Download reports, checklists, and frameworks to accelerate your institution's growth.
📊 Industry Reports 12 Reports
Original research and analysis on India's education sector. Download these flagship reports to understand market trends, policy impact, and emerging opportunities.
GEO for Education: The 2026 Strategic Forecast
The Shift to Agentic Discovery — comprehensive analysis of how AI search is transforming education marketing. 16 exhibits covering technical implementation, sector playbooks, and measurement frameworks.
- ~75% Zero-Click search reality
- +40% GEO visibility boost
- 23× AI conversion advantage
- Technical implementation guides
Indian K-12 EdTech Market Analysis (2020-2035)
From the $22B BYJU'S collapse to PhysicsWallah's $5.2B IPO. Forensic analysis of India's EdTech sector transformation and the Phygital Renaissance.
- BYJU'S collapse forensic analysis
- PhysicsWallah ascent case study
- Unit economics deep-dive
- 2035 market outlook & projections
The Great Filter 2026: Education Sector Outlook
Why "Good" institutions will fail and "Smart" ones will scale in the AI era. Comprehensive analysis predicting 15-20% consolidation in India's higher education sector by 2026.
- Unit Economics Crisis Analysis
- AI Transformation Roadmap
- GEO & Discovery Strategy
- Survival Checklist for Institutions
Indian Student Mobility Report 2023-24
Comprehensive analysis of Indian students studying abroad—destination trends, course preferences, spending patterns, and emerging opportunities.
- Top destination country analysis
- Course & discipline preferences
- Spending & affordability trends
- Emerging markets for Indian students
The Future of Careers Report 2025
In-depth analysis of emerging career trends, skills demand, and how educational institutions must adapt to prepare students for the evolving job market.
- Top emerging careers 2025-2030
- Skills gap analysis
- Industry-academia alignment
- Curriculum recommendations
Australia Student Housing Report 2026
A$12B TAM, 6% penetration, 558K bed shortfall — comprehensive market intelligence on Australia's PBSA sector for institutional investors.
- City-level supply-demand analysis
- Operator landscape & M&A targets
- University-wise enrollment data
- Investment thesis: 15-20% IRR
Student Housing in Australia Report 2023
Comprehensive analysis of Australia's student housing sector covering market size, growth trends, investment opportunities, and gaps affecting Indian students.
- Market size & CAGR analysis
- Supply-demand gap assessment
- Investment opportunities
- Affordability challenges
Strategic Workforce Intelligence Report 2026
India's Workforce in the Agentic AI Era — comprehensive analysis of IT sector decoupling, AI platform deployments, humanoid robotics, and career strategies. 15 fact-checked exhibits.
- $300B IT Revenue analysis
- −86% Net Jobs impact projection
- 1.9M+ GCC Jobs opportunity
- Career survival strategies
Agentic AI Report
Exploring the rise of agentic AI and its transformative impact on India's education sector — autonomous agents, workflow automation, and institutional readiness frameworks.
- Agentic AI landscape overview
- Education sector use cases
- Institutional readiness frameworks
- Implementation roadmap
The Great Disconnect — India's QS vs NIRF Ranking Paradox
First comprehensive cross-audit of QS and NIRF rankings at the indicator level. 20 original analyses using 12 years of QS data, 10 years of NIRF data & DCS institutional records for 54 Indian HEIs.
- 54 institutions cross-audited
- 20 original analytical exhibits
- 12 years QS + 10 years NIRF data
- Methodology paradox decoded
NIRF Intelligence Report 2026
First-of-its-kind longitudinal analysis of India's NIRF rankings (2016–2025). 7,212 rankings decoded across 958 institutions with 32 analytical exhibits.
- 10-year NIRF score trajectories
- Parameter-level decomposition
- Geographic & financial efficiency analysis
- Diversity & placement deep-dives
India CSR Intelligence Report 2026
BSE 500 Companies Analysis — comprehensive analysis of ₹2.51 Lakh Crore CSR spending from FY 2010-11 to FY 2025-26. 22 charts across 8 analytical themes with 10+ advanced analytics models.
- Lorenz Curve & Gini (0.578) concentration
- CSR Desert mapping: need vs allocation
- DEA Efficiency Frontier by sector
- BRSR-ESG Integration maturity gap
🧮 Interactive Calculators 2 Tools
Free online tools to assess feasibility and viability of your education venture. Get instant estimates based on your inputs.
School Feasibility Calculator
Estimate investment requirements, break-even timeline, and projected returns for K-12 school projects. Covers land, construction, staffing, and regulatory costs.
- CAPEX & OPEX estimation
- Break-even analysis
- Fee structure optimization
- 5-year financial projections
Preschool Feasibility Calculator
Quick assessment tool for preschool/daycare ventures. Calculate space requirements, staffing ratios, and financial viability for early childhood education centers.
- Space & capacity planning
- Staff-to-child ratio compliance
- Revenue projections
- Licensing requirements
🏆 NIRF Rankings Resources 6 Resources
Everything you need to prepare for NIRF 2026 rankings—from readiness checklists to strategic consulting frameworks.
NIRF 2026 Rank & Score Predictor
Ridge Regression model trained on 10 years of NIRF data. Predict scores and ranks for 680+ institutions across 11 categories with 90% confidence bands.
NIRF 2026 Readiness Checklist
50-point checklist to identify data gaps and documentation failures that cost institutions precious ranking points.
NIRF 2026 Strategy Deck
Strategic roadmap for converting NAAC credentials to NIRF rank—step-by-step guide for first-time applicants.
NIRF Rankings Guide 2026
Comprehensive online guide covering parameter analysis, data preparation, and strategic interventions.
NAAC Accreditation Guide
End-to-end support for NAAC preparation—from SSR drafting to peer team visit preparation.
Higher Education Consulting
Strategic consulting for universities—academic restructuring, research enhancement, and governance.
🤖 GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) Resources 6 Resources
Get your institution cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews. The future of discovery is AI-first.
Beyond Blue Links: GEO Guide
100 key terms for mastering Generative Engine Optimization—comprehensive glossary for AI-powered answer engines.
GEO+ Concept Note
GEO+ for Education—Visibility & Growth for the Entire Education Ecosystem. Strategic framework for AI discoverability.
The New Discovery Engine
50 Levers to Dominate the AI Era—Executive playbook with detailed frameworks and priority matrices.
GEO Buyer's Guide
Complete guide to selecting GEO services—evaluation criteria, red flags, and what to expect from a provider.
GEO for Education Services
Our full GEO service offering—structured data optimization, AI-friendly content, citation building.
GEO Magnet: 50 Levers Framework
Interactive guide to 50 tactical levers across Technical Foundation, Content Strategy, and Ecosystem Building.
📚 Strategy Guides & Frameworks
In-depth guides covering strategic planning, market research, and operational excellence for educational institutions.
K-12 Strategy Guide
Comprehensive strategy playbook for K-12 schools—enrollment optimization, fee strategy, competitive positioning.
Guide for Foreign Universities
India entry playbook for international universities—regulatory framework, partnership models, market opportunity.
Education Consulting India
Comprehensive overview of education consulting landscape, service categories, and selecting the right consultant.
Education Strategy Consulting
Deep dive into strategic planning—vision setting, differentiation, and growth roadmaps.
Education Market Research
How to conduct effective market research—demographics, competition, and demand analysis.
India School Education Policy
Guide to India's education policy landscape—NEP 2020, regulatory bodies, approvals, and compliance.
📋 Service Pages & Sample Deliverables
Explore our service pages to understand what deliverables look like. Perfect for comparing scope before commissioning a project.
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✅ Proof & Evidence
📚 Case Studies
20+ detailed project case studies across K-12 schools, EdTech, higher education, and test prep segments.
🛡️ Proof Pack
Canonical facts, credentials, and verifiable evidence about RAYSolute's expertise and track record.
📄 Fact Sheet
Quick reference about RAYSolute—founding story, key services, leadership, and contact information.
📰 Media & Thought Leadership
Articles & Publications
70+ articles by Aurobindo Saxena on Forbes India, Medium, and LinkedIn covering education trends, policy analysis, and industry insights.
Industry Reports Archive
Original research and analysis on India's education sector.
🎬 Video Insights 18 Videos
Watch video analyses by Aurobindo Saxena on Indian education trends, career trajectories, and sector transformation.
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The Leaky Bucket: Cross-Industry Lessons
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