But with so many plans, tiers and pricing structures, it can be genuinely difficult to know what you are actually paying for. Bangladesh’s ed-tech scene is booming. This guide clears up the confusion and explains, tier by tier, what each platform offers.
Shikho – Subscription-based learning for school & admission students
Target Audience: Class 6-10, SSC, HSC & University Admission Seekers
Free Tier Usage The
For every new user, Shikho provides access to Mentor Stories, Most Important Classes, and Exclusive Guidelines for absolutely free. New users also get a 3-day free trial of all premium features – live classes, animated video lessons, practice exams and MCQ tests – no payment required upfront.
Subscribe Premium
After the trial, students can subscribe to paid plans and unlock the whole platform. This includes live and recorded classes taught by BUET/DU/Medical graduates, animated lessons, MCQ quiz banks, daily practice tests, progress report cards, leaderboards, and the Shikho AI assistant that answers subject-specific questions in Bangla, all in line with the NCTB curriculum. The price for subscriptions is not listed in public and differs depending on the course package – see the app or get in touch with support to find out the latest prices.
EduTab (Hardware) Add-on
Shikho has also collaborated with Walton to launch an EduTab, a dedicated learning tablet pre-loaded with Shikho’s content, for students with limited internet access. Launch pricing was not announced.
Ideal for: Grades 6-12 students seeking a structured, AI-powered learning companion aligned to the national curriculum.
10 Minute School – Per Course & Batch Model for all academic levels
TARGET AUDIENCE: Classes 1 to 12, SSC, HSC, University Admission, IELTS, Skill Learners
Free plan.
43+ Courses on Language Learning, Professional Development, Model Tests & Foundation Programmes Completely Free of Cost | 10 Minute School There are free courses like SSC Model Test series (Science, Humanities, Business Studies), HSC 27 Foundation Course (Bangla, English, ICT) and a huge library of notes, guides and downloadable resources that are all free without registration.
Mid-Range Paid Courses (BDT ~500-2,500)
This includes single batch programs and individual subject courses. The HSC Online Batch courses (ICT, English, Math) are priced around BDT 2,000–2,500, often with early-enrol offer prices. These are live classes, recorded sessions, slides, MCQ quiz banks and doubt-solving sessions.
Premium Batch Programs (BDT 3,000 – 10,000+)
These are the most comprehensive and expensive offerings. Full Year Online Batches for All Subjects for an exam group. For example , HSC Online Batch ( Science Group ) covering Physics , Chemistry , Biology and Higher Math . These flagship batches come with live & recorded classes, printed lecture sheets (as add-ons), exam leaderboards and access to the Facebook community. Over 17M students in Bangladesh have been served by the platform.
Best for: Students who want to pick and choose courses per subject or exam. Very strong free option for anyone on a tight budget.
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Format Tiered Interactive Cares – Skill & Career Development
Target Audience: University students, graduates and young professionals looking for job-ready skills
Free Entry Points
Interactive Cares offers free introductory courses on all career paths, allowing learners to build foundational knowledge before they commit to the full program. There are also regular free webinars, master classes and orientation sessions.
BDT 1,000-3,000 Pre-recorded courses
The range usually includes self-paced pre-recorded courses on Digital Marketing, Microsoft Office, English for Corporate Success, and Data Analytics, amongst others. “These are great for learners who want flexibility without the live commitment.”
Live Career Path Programs (BDT 5,000-10,000)
The flagship live career paths, including Full Stack Web Development (MERN/Laravel), Data Science & Machine Learning, DevOps, UI/UX Design, Digital Product Management and more, are priced between BDT 5,000 – BDT 10,000. Each program runs for a few months and consists of live classes, daily support sessions, industry-standard projects and job/internship placement support via 100+ partner companies. This tier is their most impactful, with 500,000+ pre-screened candidates and 10,000+ successful placements.
Premium: Dhanmondi, Dhaka, Offline Learning Centre
2025 saw Interactive Cares open its first offline Learning Centre in Dhanmondi – a hybrid in-person layer over the digital platform. This premium tier includes hands-on labs, tech meetups, hackathons and direct mentorship. Price on request.
Best for: Professionals and grads seeking training that is relevant to the industry and leads to job placement, especially in tech and business.
Final Word
If you’re a school or HSC student, Shikho’s free trial and 10 Minute School’s free course library are both great places to start — try before you buy. Interactive Cares’ live career paths are the best bang for your buck if you’re a graduate trying to get into tech or business with actual placement support. All three platforms offer you a meaningful free option, regardless of your budget. The question is: how serious are you about going further?
Summary
Bangladesh’s three largest ed-tech platforms — Shikho, 10 Minute School and Interactive Cares — all offer free content, but their paid structures are very different. Shikho offers a subscription model for school students (Classes 6-12/HSC). 10 Minute School sells individual courses and batch programs for every exam level. Interactive Cares offers a per-course model from BDT 1,000 to BDT 10,000 for career and skill development. Here’s what you get at each tier.
