Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], August 26 (HBTV): India’s edtech sector is witnessing rapid growth, with digital platforms increasingly playing a pivotal role in competitive exam preparation. At the recently concluded Indian Education Awards 2025, Yes Officer was recognised as the 'Best Mobile Learning Application of the Year,' while its co-founder, Ankush Lamba, received the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Memorial Award for Online Teaching Excellence 2025. The recognition underscores the impact of independent learning platforms in reaching aspirants beyond traditional coaching centres.
Ankush Lamba began his work in 2017 with a YouTube channel, Banking Chronicle, aimed at simplifying reasoning and data interpretation for banking exam aspirants. Starting with limited resources, the channel has grown to a subscriber base of over 8.5 lakh learners by 2025. His approach, which combines problem-solving methods with practical examples, introduced techniques like the 'Gate Concept' and 'Doormat Concept,' widely referenced among aspirants. More than 50,000 students have secured banking sector jobs under his guidance.
Before focusing full-time on education, Lamba worked as an Assistant Manager at Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank, resigning in 2018 to pursue teaching. This mirrors a broader trend of professionals leaving conventional roles to participate in India’s growing edtech ecosystem.
The expansion of his efforts led to the launch of Yes Officer, a platform offering structured courses for prelims and mains examinations. The venture integrates subject-specific modules, test preparation strategies, and mentorship support. In 2025, Yes Officer was recognised as the 'Best Mobile Learning Application of the Year' for its contribution to accessible and affordable digital learning.
Speaking after the recognition, Lamba said, 'The aim has always been to create tools that simplify preparation and make resources available at scale. Awards help validate the effort, but the impact on students is what drives the work forward.'
Alongside Yes Officer, he has delivered sessions at TEDx and JoshTalks on themes such as perseverance, decision-making, and adapting to change. Observers note that his journey illustrates how individual educators are shaping India’s digital learning ecosystem, complementing traditional coaching centres and reaching aspirants in smaller towns and rural areas.
Industry reports indicate that India’s test preparation market, valued at several billion dollars, is shifting towards online models, particularly post-2020. While large edtech firms dominate headlines, smaller ventures like Yes Officer continue to provide affordable alternatives.
Lamba’s recognition with the Online Teaching Excellence Award highlights the growing acceptance of contributions from individual educators. Awards of this nature validate both the educators and the credibility of independent platforms in a competitive market. Challenges remain, including concerns around commercialization, content quality, and student engagement.
As of 2025, Lamba continues to expand course offerings and develop new learning models, maintaining a focus on student outcomes. 'When students share that they have secured jobs, it reinforces the belief that education should remain centred on results rather than numbers,' he said.
From a regional banker to a nationally recognised education innovator, Ankush Lamba’s journey reflects the evolving landscape of competitive exam preparation in India and the increasing influence of digital-first learning platforms.
(ANI)