Indian Edtech Co-Founder, 33, Enters Forbes World's Billionaires List in 2026

Forbes 2026 List of the World's Billionaires: Indian Edtech Firm PhysicsWallah Co-Founder Alakh Pandey Makes Debut

Company: PhysicsWallah Founder: Alakh Pandey Net Worth: $1 billion Global Rank: 3332

PhysicsWallah, a leading edtech firm, has contributed significantly to the growth of India's billionaire population, with co-founder Alakh Pandey making his debut on the Forbes 2026 Billionaires List. Pandey's net worth, valued at $1 billion, places him among the top 3332 billionaires globally.

IPO Details:

• Listing Price: ₹109 per share
• IPO Subscription: 1.81 times
• Retail Individual Investors (RIIs) Subscription: 1.06 times
• Non-Institutional Investors (NII) Subscription: 48%
• Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs) Subscription: 2.70 times
• Total Funds Raised: ₹3,480.71 crore

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The company's strong market debut, following its November 2025 IPO, played a pivotal role in elevating Pandey's net worth to billionaire territory. PhysicsWallah's rapid expansion and growth have made it a significant player in the edtech industry, offering a range of test prep courses to students.

Company Background:

• Founding: PhysicsWallah was founded by Alakh Pandey in April 2014 in Uttar Pradesh.
• Initial Platform: The company began as a YouTube channel in 2016, gaining popularity among students aspiring to secure seats at IITs across the nation.
• Education Platform: PhysicsWallah has since grown into a major education platform, offering a range of test prep courses.

As of March 10, 2026, Alakh Pandey's net worth stands at $1 billion, cementing his position as one of the youngest billionaires in the world, at the age of 33.