39 years of experience
39 years of experience
4 experts to guide you
4 experts to guide you
Straight answers on studying abroad. Since 1987.
Straight answers on studying abroad. Since 1987.
Straight answers on studying abroad. Since 1987.
For Indian students seeking clarity on the right course and the right future. Every conversation we have is designed to help you gain a clearer understanding of your path, whether we end up working together or not.
For Indian students seeking clarity on the right course and the right future. Every conversation we have is designed to help you gain a clearer understanding of your path, whether we end up working together or not.
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Canada
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Aniket Yadav
Australia
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
Muskan
USA
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
Canada
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Jaimin Bhut
USA
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Canada
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Aniket Yadav
Australia
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
Muskan
USA
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
Canada
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Jaimin Bhut
USA
39
yrs
Industry experience
39
yrs
Industry experience
98.2
%
Visa success rate
98.2
%
Visa success rate
6.8
yrs
Avg counsellor tenure
6.8
yrs
Avg counsellor tenure
They made the entire process so smooth! From finding the right course to finalizing my university, everything was handled with care and clarity.
They made the entire process so smooth! From finding the right course to finalizing my university, everything was handled with care and clarity.
Ritwik Sajeev
USA
GradGuide and Zach Sir made the whole process feel simple and stress-free. From course selection to visa, they were always one call away. Today I’m studying at WSU and it genuinely started with one conversation at GradGuide.
GradGuide and Zach Sir made the whole process feel simple and stress-free. From course selection to visa, they were always one call away. Today I’m studying at WSU and it genuinely started with one conversation at GradGuide.
Darshana Khede
Australia
I was very nervous about going to the US for my undergrad. Ryan and Pooja from GradGuide patiently answered every small doubt and helped my family understand finances and safety.
I was very nervous about going to the US for my undergrad. Ryan and Pooja from GradGuide patiently answered every small doubt and helped my family understand finances and safety.
Tvisha Patel
USA
I was a working professional and wanted to upskill abroad without wasting time. Zach Sir from GradGuide helped me identify Camosun College and planned my entire timeline around my job. The process felt organised, transparent and very personal.”
I was a working professional and wanted to upskill abroad without wasting time. Zach Sir from GradGuide helped me identify Camosun College and planned my entire timeline around my job. The process felt organised, transparent and very personal.”
Tejal Pereira
Canada
GradGuide and Zach Sir handled both profiles carefully and made sure our plans aligned at Royal Roads University. It never felt like a file; it felt like a family plan.
GradGuide and Zach Sir handled both profiles carefully and made sure our plans aligned at Royal Roads University. It never felt like a file; it felt like a family plan.
Karishma Dattani
USA
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Canada
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Aniket Yadav
Australia
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
Muskan
USA
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
Canada
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Jaimin Bhut
USA
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Canada
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Aniket Yadav
Australia
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
Muskan
USA
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
Canada
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Jaimin Bhut
USA
They made the entire process so smooth! From finding the right course to finalizing my university, everything was handled with care and clarity.
Ritwik Sajeev
USA
GradGuide and Zach Sir made the whole process feel simple and stress-free. From course selection to visa, they were always one call away. Today I’m studying at WSU and it genuinely started with one conversation at GradGuide.
Darshana Khede
Australia
I was very nervous about going to the US for my undergrad. Ryan and Pooja from GradGuide patiently answered every small doubt and helped my family understand finances and safety.
Tvisha Patel
USA
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
Muskan
USA
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Aniket Yadav
Australia
They made the entire process so smooth! From finding the right course to finalizing my university, everything was handled with care and clarity.
Ritwik Sajeev
USA
GradGuide and Zach Sir made the whole process feel simple and stress-free. From course selection to visa, they were always one call away. Today I’m studying at WSU and it genuinely started with one conversation at GradGuide.
Darshana Khede
Australia
I was very nervous about going to the US for my undergrad. Ryan and Pooja from GradGuide patiently answered every small doubt and helped my family understand finances and safety.
Tvisha Patel
USA
GradGuide didn’t just send me to any college; they helped me find my fit. With Zach Sir’s guidance on course selection and SOPs, Rider University became a dream I could actually reach. Even after I flew, they still kept checking in on me.
Muskan
USA
Coming from India to Australia felt huge, but GradGuide made it step-by-step. they helped me shortlist the University of Canberra and guided me through each form, each deadline. Today, as a graduate, I can say their advice was always student-first.
Aniket Yadav
Australia
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Canada
I was a working professional and wanted to upskill abroad without wasting time. Zach Sir from GradGuide helped me identify Camosun College and planned my entire timeline around my job. The process felt organised, transparent and very personal.”
Tejal Pereira
USA
GradGuide and Zach Sir handled both profiles carefully and made sure our plans aligned at Royal Roads University. It never felt like a file; it felt like a family plan.
Karishma Dattani
USA
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.”
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
Canada
Before GradGuide, studying abroad was just a confusing dream. After one call with Zach Sir, everything became clear – which country, which course, what budget. Today I’m actually living that dream, and it started with that one honest conversation.
Jaimin Bhut
USA
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A NOTE FROM THE FOUNDERS
"We started GradGuide in 1987, inside Mumbai University, not as a consultancy, but as a computer training centre. Nearly 40 years in the system, after living abroad and coming back, we're still doing the same thing: helping Indian students understand the world outside India. Every student who talks to us leaves with real clarity about their path. That's the only promise we've ever made, and it's the only one that matters."
"We started GradGuide in 1987, inside Mumbai University, not as a consultancy, but as a computer training centre. Nearly 40 years in the system, after living abroad and coming back, we're still doing the same thing: helping Indian students understand the world outside India. Every student who talks to us leaves with real clarity about their path. That's the only promise we've ever made, and it's the only one that matters."
We started GradGuide in 1987, inside Mumbai University. Nearly 40 years later, we're still helping Indian students understand the world outside India. Every student who talks to us leaves with greater clarity about their path. That's the only promise we've ever made.
Zachariah & Lalana Samuel
Zachariah & Lalana Samuel
Founders · Mumbai · Est. 1987
Founders · Mumbai · Est. 1987
REAL CALLS. RECORDED WITH CONSENT.
REAL CALLS. RECORDED WITH CONSENT.
Integrity placed before profit. Listen for yourself.
Integrity placed before profit. Listen for yourself.
A few clips from our counselling sessions, where our experts shared the same advice they'd give their own family. Real conversations, real guidance, shared with students' permission.
A few clips from our counselling sessions, where our experts shared the same advice they'd give their own family. Real conversations, real guidance, shared with students' permission.
CLIP 01 MAR 2026
RECORDED
Why we told her she didn't need the top-ranked university.
"If you have enough WorkEx and you can walk into interviews with your work experience outlined, especially in Amazon - you don't need such high ranking options. Your experience speaks for itself."
8 min
With
Ryan Samuel
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 02 · FEB 2026
RECORDED
Why the UK was the obvious choice for Karan.
"For any other course I would dissuade you from UK. I would tell you five different reasons why you should not go. But for finance, for global exposure, for the right education - UK is the best option for you on the table. You should not even go right, left, centre."
12 min
With
Shadrach Carvalho
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 03 · JAN 2026
RECORDED
Why we pointed Omkar to a country we don't work with.
"I don't want to mislead you in any way where I'm forcing any country down your throat. I think what you've actually chosen in terms of Germany is a strong option for your profile. You're in a good spot."
6 min
With
Ryan Samuel
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 01 MAR 2026
RECORDED
Why we told her she didn't need the top-ranked university.
"If you have enough WorkEx and you can walk into interviews with your work experience outlined, especially in Amazon - you don't need such high ranking options. Your experience speaks for itself."
8 min
With
Ryan Samuel
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 02 · FEB 2026
RECORDED
Why the UK was the obvious choice for Karan.
"For any other course I would dissuade you from UK. I would tell you five different reasons why you should not go. But for finance, for global exposure, for the right education - UK is the best option for you on the table. You should not even go right, left, centre."
12 min
With
Shadrach Carvalho
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 03 · JAN 2026
RECORDED
Why we pointed Omkar to a country we don't work with.
"I don't want to mislead you in any way where I'm forcing any country down your throat. I think what you've actually chosen in terms of Germany is a strong option for your profile. You're in a good spot."
6 min
With
Ryan Samuel
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 01 MAR 2026
RECORDED
Why we told her she didn't need the top-ranked university.
"If you have enough WorkEx and you can walk into interviews with your work experience outlined, especially in Amazon - you don't need such high ranking options. Your experience speaks for itself."
8 min
With
Ryan Samuel
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 02 · FEB 2026
RECORDED
Why the UK was the obvious choice for Karan.
"For any other course I would dissuade you from UK. I would tell you five different reasons why you should not go. But for finance, for global exposure, for the right education - UK is the best option for you on the table. You should not even go right, left, centre."
12 min
With
Shadrach Carvalho
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 03 · JAN 2026
RECORDED
Why we pointed Omkar to a country we don't work with.
"I don't want to mislead you in any way where I'm forcing any country down your throat. I think what you've actually chosen in terms of Germany is a strong option for your profile. You're in a good spot."
6 min
With
Ryan Samuel
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 01 MAR 2026
RECORDED
Why we told her she didn't need the top-ranked university.
"If you have enough WorkEx and you can walk into interviews with your work experience outlined, especially in Amazon - you don't need such high ranking options. Your experience speaks for itself."
8 min
With
Ryan Samuel
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 02 · FEB 2026
RECORDED
Why the UK was the obvious choice for Karan.
"For any other course I would dissuade you from UK. I would tell you five different reasons why you should not go. But for finance, for global exposure, for the right education - UK is the best option for you on the table. You should not even go right, left, centre."
12 min
With
Shadrach Carvalho
· Senior Counsellor
CLIP 03 · JAN 2026
RECORDED
Why we pointed Omkar to a country we don't work with.
"I don't want to mislead you in any way where I'm forcing any country down your throat. I think what you've actually chosen in terms of Germany is a strong option for your profile. You're in a good spot."
6 min
With
Ryan Samuel
· Senior Counsellor
THE BOOK
THE BOOK
Nine countries. A list we've shaped over forty years.
9 countries. A list we've shaped over 40 years.
We place students in nine countries, not fifty. We're opinionated about why. Here's our book, published publicly, because curation only counts if it's visible.
We place students in nine countries, not fifty. We're opinionated about why. Here's our book, published publicly, because curation only counts if it's visible.
Looking at a country outside our book? Tell us anyway. We'll give you an honest view and point you in the right direction. The clarity is free.
Looking at a country outside our book? Tell us anyway. The clarity is free.
THE DIFFERENCE
THE DIFFERENCE
What our students get that others don't.
What our students get that others don't.
For the students we take on, the experience isn't built around a salesperson or a brochure. It's built around named experts, a curated book, and support that doesn't stop at the offer letter.
For the students we take on, the experience isn't built around a salesperson or a brochure. It's built around named experts, a curated book, and support that doesn't stop at the offer letter.
WHAT YOU USUALLY GET
Other Consultants
-
A random salesperson who hasn't travelled outside India
-
Any university for any profile - same brochure, copy-pasted
-
Universities chosen for highest agent commission
-
One generic salesperson juggling 80+ files
-
Outsourced document processing
-
No contact once your application is in
-
No alumni network to lean on abroad
Volume-led. Sales-driven. Brochure deep.
WHAT YOU GET FROM US
GradGuide
An expert counsellor with 6.8 years of average tenure - and a passport that's been used.
Curated universities chosen for student ROI - not agent margins
A dedicated team of experts - handling your application end to end
End-to-end processing in-house - no third-party handoffs
A dedicated account manager - post-application, until you're on campus
An active alumni network - across nine countries you can lean on
A ₹15,000 GradGuide forex bonus - to help you get started abroad
Boutique. Expert-led. Built for outcomes, not commissions.
WHAT YOU USUALLY GET
Other Consultants
-
A random salesperson who hasn't travelled outside India
-
Any university for any profile - same brochure, copy-pasted
-
Universities chosen for highest agent commission
-
One generic salesperson juggling 80+ files
-
Outsourced document processing
-
No contact once your application is in
-
No alumni network to lean on abroad
Volume-led. Sales-driven. Brochure deep.
WHAT YOU GET FROM US
GradGuide
An expert counsellor with 6.8 years of average tenure - and a passport that's been used.
Curated universities chosen for student ROI - not agent margins
A dedicated team of experts - handling your application end to end
End-to-end processing in-house - no third-party handoffs
A dedicated account manager - post-application, until you're on campus
An active alumni network - across nine countries you can lean on
A ₹15,000 GradGuide forex bonus - to help you get started abroad
Boutique. Expert-led. Built for outcomes, not commissions.
WHAT YOU USUALLY GET
Other Consultants
-
A random salesperson who hasn't travelled outside India
-
Any university for any profile - same brochure, copy-pasted
-
Universities chosen for highest agent commission
-
One generic salesperson juggling 80+ files
-
Outsourced document processing
-
No contact once your application is in
-
No alumni network to lean on abroad
Volume-led. Sales-driven. Brochure deep.
WHAT YOU GET FROM US
GradGuide
An expert counsellor with 6.8 years of average tenure - and a passport that's been used.
Curated universities chosen for student ROI - not agent margins
A dedicated team of experts - handling your application end to end
End-to-end processing in-house - no third-party handoffs
A dedicated account manager - post-application, until you're on campus
An active alumni network - across nine countries you can lean on
A ₹15,000 GradGuide forex bonus - to help you get started abroad
Boutique. Expert-led. Built for outcomes, not commissions.
WHAT YOU USUALLY GET
Other Consultants
-
A random salesperson who hasn't travelled outside India
-
Universities chosen for highest agent commission
-
One generic salesperson juggling 80+ files
-
No alumni network to lean on abroad
Volume-led. Sales-driven. Brochure deep.
WHAT YOU GET FROM US
GradGuide
An expert counsellor with 6.8 years of average tenure - and a passport that's been used.
A dedicated account manager - post-application, until you're on campus
An active alumni network - across nine countries you can lean on
A ₹15,000 GradGuide forex bonus - to help you get started abroad
Boutique. Expert-led. Built for outcomes, not commissions.
WHAT YOU USUALLY GET
Other Consultants
-
A random salesperson who hasn't travelled outside India
-
Universities chosen for highest agent commission
-
One generic salesperson juggling 80+ files
-
No alumni network to lean on abroad
Volume-led. Sales-driven. Brochure deep.
WHAT YOU GET FROM US
GradGuide
An expert counsellor with 6.8 years of average tenure - and a passport that's been used.
A dedicated account manager - post-application, until you're on campus
An active alumni network - across nine countries you can lean on
A ₹15,000 GradGuide forex bonus - to help you get started abroad
Boutique. Expert-led. Built for outcomes, not commissions.
LIVE · INTAKE STATUS
We take a limited number of students every intake.
We take a limited number of students every intake.
That's how we protect counsellor time and maintain the quality of our guidance. When an intake is full, it's full. We don't expand to meet demand.
Sept 2026 intake
47 of 60 seats filled
Sept 2026 intake
47 of 60 seats filled
Jan 2027 intake
23 of 60 seats filled
Jan 2027 intake
23 of 60 seats filled
May 2027 intake
Just opened
May 2027 intake
Just opened
THE PEOPLE
THE PEOPLE
Most importantly, you'll work with named humans, not a logo.
And most importantly - you'll work with named humans, not a logo.
Most importantly, you'll work with named humans, not a logo.
Our senior counsellors came from industry before they came into study abroad, with an average tenure of over six years. Before your session, you'll know exactly who you're meeting, and they'll have already read your file.
Zachariah Samuel
Founder, MD
A pioneer of Computer training in 1987 at Mumbai University. Lived abroad, started guiding students in 2005 and transitioned the organization into overseas education
Complex student cases, strategic guidance, and overseas education pathways.
Zachariah Samuel
Founder, MD
A pioneer of Computer training in 1987 at Mumbai University. Lived abroad, started guiding students in 2005 and transitioned the organization into overseas education
Complex student cases, strategic guidance, and overseas education pathways.
Ryan Samuel
CEO · SENIOR COUNSELLOR
Ex-management consulting. Leads strategy and takes counselling sessions for early-stage career pivoters.
Working-professional pivots to AU, NZ, UK & Ireland.
Pooja Pachnekar
VP OPERATIONS · SENIOR COUNSELLOR
Trained in filing admissions since 2008. Leads our visa and post-application practice.
AU, Ireland, NZ & UK · and the nervous parent.
Shadrach Carvalho
SVP BUSINESS · SENIOR COUNSELLOR
Startup-focused career growth. Oversees partnerships with universities, lenders, and accommodation providers.
AU, Ireland, NZ & UK · and the fresh-grad conversation.AU, Ireland, NZ & UK · and the fresh-grad conversation.
Zachariah Samuel
Founder, MD
A pioneer of Computer training in 1987 at Mumbai University. Lived abroad, started guiding students in 2005 and transitioned the organization into overseas education
Complex student cases, strategic guidance, and overseas education pathways.
Ryan Samuel
SVP International Relations
Former management consultant and product marketer, GMAT 720 and MBA aspirant now guiding students to cracking the right path for their profile
Career pivots, working professionals, and study abroad pathways in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Ireland.
Pooja Pachnekar
VP Operations
Experienced admissions professional involved in international education since 2008. Leads visa guidance and post-application support for students and families.
Admissions, visa processing, application management, and student-parent guidance for Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Ireland.
Shadrach Carvalho
SVP Business
Oversees strategic partnerships with universities, lenders, and accommodation providers while supporting students in making informed study abroad decisions.
Graduate career planning, university partnerships, and study abroad opportunities in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Ireland.
THE FIRM AT A GLANCE
THE FIRM AT A GLANCE
Which is why we have the success to back it up.
Which is why we have the success to back it up.
98.2
%
Visa success rate
Tracked since 2005.
39
yrs
In the university system.
Mumbai-rooted since 1987.
9
countries
In our curated book.
Each chosen deliberately.
1,532
+
Students placed across our book.
Counted since 2005.
39
yrs
In the university system.
Mumbai-rooted since 1987.
39
years
Experience
98.2
%
Visa success rate
Tracked since 2005.
98.2
%
Visa success rate
1,532
+
Students placed across our book.
Counted since 2005.
1,532
+
Students placed
9
countries
In our curated book.
Each chosen deliberately.
9
Countries
CERTIFIED BY
CERTIFIED BY
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THE STORIES
Hear it directly from our alumni and their parents.
Hear it directly from our alumni and their parents.
A few stories from students and parents whose decisions still feel right to us years later. Trusted by parents, students, and universities globally.
A few stories from students and parents whose decisions still feel right to us years later. Trusted by parents, students, and universities globally.
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Siddhesh Saraf
Dhruv Patel
GradGuide and Zach Sir handled both profiles carefully and made sure our plans aligned at Royal Roads University. It never felt like a file; it felt like a family plan.
Karishma Dattani
Royal Roads University Canada
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
University of the Fraser Valley- Canada
Siona's Parents
Ritvik's Parents
Kishan Manseta
Rishi Singh
I was confused between multiple colleges in Canada. from GradGuide patiently compared each one for fees, safety, part-time work and future options. Choosing Camosun College felt like an informed decision, not a guess.
Tejal Pereira
Camosun College, Canada
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Lakehead University, Canada
Percy
Ministry of France, Royal Roads University
Shivom's Parents
Somesh Shanbag
PTE Coaching
Shounak Poojary
Royal Roads University, Canada
GradGuide and Zach Sir made the whole process feel simple and stress-free. From course selection to visa, they were always one call away. Today I’m studying at WSU and it genuinely started with one conversation at GradGuide.
Darshana Khade
WSU
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Siddhesh Saraf
Dhruv Patel
GradGuide and Zach Sir handled both profiles carefully and made sure our plans aligned at Royal Roads University. It never felt like a file; it felt like a family plan.
Karishma Dattani
Royal Roads University Canada
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
University of the Fraser Valley- Canada
Siona's Parents
Ritvik's Parents
Kishan Manseta
Rishi Singh
I was confused between multiple colleges in Canada. from GradGuide patiently compared each one for fees, safety, part-time work and future options. Choosing Camosun College felt like an informed decision, not a guess.
Tejal Pereira
Camosun College, Canada
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Lakehead University, Canada
Percy
Ministry of France, Royal Roads University
Shivom's Parents
Somesh Shanbag
PTE Coaching
Shounak Poojary
Royal Roads University, Canada
GradGuide and Zach Sir made the whole process feel simple and stress-free. From course selection to visa, they were always one call away. Today I’m studying at WSU and it genuinely started with one conversation at GradGuide.
Darshana Khade
WSU
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Siddhesh Saraf
Dhruv Patel
GradGuide and Zach Sir handled both profiles carefully and made sure our plans aligned at Royal Roads University. It never felt like a file; it felt like a family plan.
Karishma Dattani
Royal Roads University Canada
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
University of the Fraser Valley- Canada
Siona's Parents
Ritvik's Parents
Kishan Manseta
Rishi Singh
I was confused between multiple colleges in Canada. from GradGuide patiently compared each one for fees, safety, part-time work and future options. Choosing Camosun College felt like an informed decision, not a guess.
Tejal Pereira
Camosun College, Canada
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Lakehead University, Canada
Percy
Ministry of France, Royal Roads University
Shivom's Parents
Somesh Shanbag
PTE Coaching
Shounak Poojary
Royal Roads University, Canada
GradGuide and Zach Sir made the whole process feel simple and stress-free. From course selection to visa, they were always one call away. Today I’m studying at WSU and it genuinely started with one conversation at GradGuide.
Darshana Khade
WSU
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Siddhesh Saraf
Dhruv Patel
GradGuide and Zach Sir handled both profiles carefully and made sure our plans aligned at Royal Roads University. It never felt like a file; it felt like a family plan.
Karishma Dattani
Royal Roads University Canada
My parents were very anxious about sending me alone. They took extra time to explain UFV, the city, living costs and part-time work. By the end, my parents were more confident than me! GradGuide truly balanced both student and parent concerns.
Simarpreet Kaur Pasricha
University of the Fraser Valley- Canada
Siona's Parents
Ritvik's Parents
Kishan Manseta
Rishi Singh
I was confused between multiple colleges in Canada. from GradGuide patiently compared each one for fees, safety, part-time work and future options. Choosing Camosun College felt like an informed decision, not a guess.
Tejal Pereira
Camosun College, Canada
I wanted a strong CS degree with good ROI. They showed me options in Canada and explained everything clearly to my parents as well. Lakehead University was not a name I knew before GradGuide, but today it’s the best decision I’ve made.
Vivek Deepak Sheth
Lakehead University, Canada
Percy
Ministry of France, Royal Roads University
Shivom's Parents
Somesh Shanbag
PTE Coaching
Shounak Poojary
Royal Roads University, Canada
GradGuide and Zach Sir made the whole process feel simple and stress-free. From course selection to visa, they were always one call away. Today I’m studying at WSU and it genuinely started with one conversation at GradGuide.
Darshana Khade
WSU
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That's one of the most common starting points. We're equally comfortable recommending you stay in India if that's what your profile and timing suggest - plenty of our best advice has been exactly that.
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My CGPA is low. Do I still have a chance?
Often, yes - with the right case. Academic weakness can be offset by strong work experience, thoughtful programme choice, and a well-built application. The universities in our book include plenty that look at profiles holistically. Send us your transcript and we'll tell you honestly where you sit.
How do you decide which universities to work with?
Our book is shaped by forty years of watching what actually happens to Indian students after they land. We work with universities where post-study work, employability, and long-term outcomes line up for the profiles we see most. We update it every intake cycle, deliberately.
What if my target university or country isn't in your book?
Tell us anyway. We'll give you our honest view on whether it's the right fit for your profile - free of charge. If it's genuinely the best option for you, we'll say so, even if it's not something we directly handle. Our advice is based on what's right for your profile, not what benefits us.
What happens if I'm not sure whether I'm ready to go abroad?
That's one of the most common starting points. We're equally comfortable recommending you stay in India if that's what your profile and timing suggest - plenty of our best advice has been exactly that.
If the counsellings are free, how does the firm actually make money?
Through our fair, transparent relationships with the universities in our book - not by pushing students toward universities that pay us more. Our curation is built around student ROI; that's the entire premise.
My CGPA is low. Do I still have a chance?
Often, yes - with the right case. Academic weakness can be offset by strong work experience, thoughtful programme choice, and a well-built application. The universities in our book include plenty that look at profiles holistically. Send us your transcript and we'll tell you honestly where you sit.
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GET IN TOUCH
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+91 77387 11449
REGISTERED OFFICE
104, Hubtown Solaris
N.S. Phadke Road
Andheri East, Mumbai 400069
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Since 1987
Straight answers on studying abroad. Since 1987. For Indian students who want the right course, not just any admit.
GET IN TOUCH
contactus@gradguide.in
PHONE
+91 77387 11449
REGISTERED OFFICE
104, Hubtown Solaris
N.S. Phadke Road
Andheri East, Mumbai 400069
© 2026 GradGuide · Operated by Computrain Information Technologies India Pvt Ltd.
Privacy
Terms
Since 1987
Straight answers on studying abroad. Since 1987. For Indian students who want the right course, not just any admit.
GET IN TOUCH
contactus@gradguide.in
PHONE
+91 77387 11449
REGISTERED OFFICE
104, Hubtown Solaris
N.S. Phadke Road
Andheri East, Mumbai 400069
© 2026 GradGuide · Operated by Computrain Information Technologies India Pvt Ltd.
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Since 1987