Do you know that our country has the largest population between the ages of five and 24 compared to any other country in the world? This is the age when people are completing their education or preparing for competitive tests, which presents substantial prospects for organisations in the education sector.

Experts predict that the education sector will reach US$ 225 billion by 2025. In this situation, if you ignore the potential of education sector equities, you risk missing out on a significant profit opportunity.

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Here are some education sector stocks to buy in India in 2024:

1. NIIT Learning Systems Ltd

NIIT Learning Systems Ltd. or NIITMTS (SCRIP ID) provides end-to-end learning outsourcing services, including learning administration, learning delivery, learning technology, content development, consulting, and sourcing. NIIT MTS has a track record of delivering high-quality learning outcomes, with 85 active customers, 358 Brandon Hall awards, and a revenue visibility of USD 350 million as of September 2023. NIIT MTS also offers placement-linked programs for college students, graduates, and working professionals in collaboration with leading industry partners.

Key aspects of NIIT MTS

Data as of February 23, 2024

• Price-to-Equity (PE) ratio: 22.97
• Price-to-Book (PB) ratio: 5.34
• 52-week high: Rs 422.82
• 52-week low: Rs 206.05
• Dividend yield: 1.81%
• Promoters' holding: 47.36%

2. Aptech Ltd

Aptech Ltd is a leading provider of non-formal vocational training in India and abroad. It offers a range of courses in IT, multimedia, animation, aviation, hospitality, finance, accounting, and preschool education. Aptech Ltd has a global presence in over 40 countries and has trained more than 8 million students since its inception in 1986. The company has partnered with various corporations, universities, and governments to offer customised training and assessment solutions.

Key aspects of Aptech Ltd.

Data as of February 23, 2024

• PE ratio: 22.97
• PB ratio: 5.34
• 52-week high: Rs 422.82
• 52-week low: Rs 206.05
• Dividend yield: 1.81%
• Promoters' holding: 47.36%

3. Veranda Learning Solutions Pvt Ltd

Veranda Learning Solutions Pvt Ltd has a portfolio of brands that specialise in various education verticals, such as competitive exams, professional courses, upskilling, and employability. Veranda leverages years of experience in its domain, the power of technology, and a unique 360° coaching method to help learners achieve their career goals and aspirations.

Veranda has nearly 200 centres across India and has partnered with over 25 companies. It has also acquired T.I.M.E, a leading test-prep institute, for Rs 287 crore in 2022.

Key aspects of Veranda Learning Solutions Pvt Ltd.

Data as of February 23, 2024​​​​​​

• TTM Price-to-equity (PE) ratio: -20.51
• PB ratio: 5.19
• 52-week high: 336.90
• 52-week low: 159.70
• Dividend yield: 0.00%
• Promoters' holding: 53.63%

3. Shanti Educational Initiatives Ltd

Shanti Educational Initiatives Ltd (SEIL) is a venture of Chiripal Group providing school management solutions and educational services. SEIL was founded in 2009 and is based in Ahmedabad, India. SEIL plans, builds, and manages educational institutions from play school to grade 12.

SEIL has a brand of K-12 schools called Shanti Asiatic Schools, with 6+ schools and over 6000 students across India. The company also offers consultancy for school infrastructure design, affiliation formalities, curriculum design, co-curricular activities planning, quality standard academic delivery, teachers training, financial planning, and standard procedures for effective execution.

Key aspects of SEIL

Data as of February 23, 2024

• PE ratio: - 34.46
• PB ratio: 16.13
• 52-week high: Rs 109.40
• 52-week low: Rs 47.92
• Promoters' holding: 64.46%

4. CL Educate Ltd

CL Educate Ltd. has four main verticals: consumer test preparation, consumer publishing, enterprise corporate, and enterprise institutional. CL Educate prepares students for entrance exams such as MBA, Law, BBA, RBI-Grade B, GRE/GMAT, GATE, etc., through digital and offline modes. The company also publishes books and study materials for technical and non-technical exams.

CL Educate provides experiential marketing, event management, digital marketing, workforce management, and strategic business solutions under the brand Kestone Integrated Marketing Services Pvt Ltd. CL Educate has a legacy of excellence and innovation for over 26 years.

Key aspects of CL Educate Ltd

Data as of February 23, 2024​​​​​​​

• PE ratio: 30.44
• PB ratio: 1.79
• 52-week high: Rs 48.75
• 52-week low: Rs 114.00
• Promoters' holding: 53.52%

Conclusion

The education sector in India in 2024 offers promising prospects for investors who want to earn high returns. These companies are well-positioned to leverage India's growing need for education and skill development, making them appealing options for investors looking for portfolio growth.

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