Veranda Learning’s Veranda RACE Partners with Dr. Rajkumar Academy to Expand Civil Services Coaching in Karnataka
Veranda Learning Solutions Limited has announced that its government test preparation vertical, Veranda RACE, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services (DRACS), a Bengaluru-based institute known for coaching candidates for civil services and other competitive examinations.
The strategic partnership aims to strengthen government examination coaching across Karnataka by combining DRACS’ regional reputation with Veranda RACE’s technology-enabled learning platform, academic expertise, and operational scale.
Key Highlights of the Partnership
The collaboration is designed to expand access to high-quality coaching for civil service aspirants while preserving the legacy and brand identity of Dr. Rajkumar Academy.
Major highlights include:
- Strategic Integration: Veranda RACE will integrate with DRACS to enhance civil services coaching across Karnataka.
- Academic Operations: The partnership will jointly manage academic delivery, operational processes, and student learning outcomes.
- Brand Continuity: DRACS will continue to operate with its established regional identity while benefiting from Veranda’s technology and academic ecosystem.
- Institutional Partnerships: Existing collaborations with various Government of Karnataka departments, as well as international organizations such as UNDP and UNICEF, will continue under the partnership.
Strengthening Civil Services Preparation
Over the past nine years, Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services (DRACS) has built a strong presence in Karnataka, preparing aspirants for several competitive examinations, including:
- Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS)
- Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC)
- Other State Public Service Commission examinations
The partnership aims to expand student access by leveraging Veranda RACE’s digital learning infrastructure, structured curriculum, and scalable academic model.
Focus on Social Impact
The collaboration will also continue several community-focused initiatives associated with the academy.
These include:
- Pratibha Scholarship Test
- “Be a Scribe” initiative supporting differently abled students
Members of the late Dr. Rajkumar’s family will serve as Official Goodwill Ambassadors, ensuring the continuation of these flagship social initiatives.
Technology-Driven Learning
As part of the partnership, Veranda RACE will bring:
- Advanced digital learning platforms.
- Technology-enabled classroom solutions.
- Structured academic frameworks.
- Scalable operational processes.
- Wider access to quality coaching across Karnataka.
The integration is expected to improve learning outcomes while making civil services preparation more accessible to students across the state.
Management Commentary
Santhosh Kumar, CEO of Veranda RACE, said Karnataka is one of India’s most important markets for civil services preparation. He noted that combining DRACS’ regional credibility with Veranda’s academic expertise and technology platform would help deliver high-quality coaching to a larger number of aspirants.
Suve Rajkumar, Founder of Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services, said the partnership preserves the academy’s mission of making quality education accessible while leveraging Veranda RACE’s nationwide scale and technological capabilities to reach more students.