Alakh Pandey: The Physics Wallah Who Changed Online Education in India
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Today we’re talking about one of the most inspiring educators and entrepreneurs in India — Alakh Pandey, also known as Physics Wallah. From teaching on YouTube with a whiteboard to building a multi-crore edtech company, his journey is nothing short of extraordinary.
๐จ๐ซ Who is Alakh Pandey?
Alakh Pandey is an Indian physics teacher, YouTuber, and the founder of Physics Wallah, one of India’s most successful online education platforms. Born in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, Alakh Pandey comes from a humble background and began teaching at a very young age.
Today, he is known for:
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๐ Teaching physics and chemistry for JEE/NEET aspirants
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๐ง Making tough concepts easy with relatable examples
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๐ฃ️ Using simple Hindi-English (Hinglish) language
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❤️ Connecting emotionally with students
๐บ The Rise of Physics Wallah
In 2016, Alakh Pandey started his YouTube channel "Physics Wallah", uploading free video lectures for students who couldn't afford expensive coaching.
What made him different?
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No fancy equipment — just passion, a whiteboard, and a marker
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Deep understanding of student psychology
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Real, raw, and energetic teaching
Soon, his videos went viral and attracted millions of subscribers.
๐งช What Does Physics Wallah Offer?
Today, Physics Wallah has grown into a full-fledged edtech company with:
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๐ฑ The PW app (Physics Wallah) for online learning
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๐ Courses for JEE, NEET, UPSC, NDA, SSC, and more
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๐ซ Offline coaching centers called PW Vidyapeeth
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๐ Study material, live classes, test series, and doubt sessions
All at affordable prices, often 10x cheaper than big coaching institutes.
๐ก Why Students Love Alakh Pandey
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He teaches from the heart, not a script
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Makes learning fun and personal
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Speaks the language of the average Indian student
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Encourages self-belief and consistency
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Provides quality education to all — rich or poor
He often says:
"Padhai ko majboori nahi, chahat banao." (Make studying your passion, not a burden.)
๐ Achievements & Growth
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Physics Wallah became a unicorn in 2022 (₹8000+ crore valuation)
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Educated millions of students across India
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Created thousands of jobs for teachers and developers
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Launched new regional language content and verticals
Alakh Pandey proved that you don’t need funding to succeed — you need trust and intent.
⚠️ Struggles and Real Talk
Alakh Pandey’s path wasn’t easy:
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Faced financial hardships in childhood
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Was rejected by top coaching companies
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Battled with doubt, competition, and pressure
But he stayed focused on one mission — to make quality education accessible to every Indian student.
๐ข Final Thoughts
Alakh Pandey is more than a teacher — he’s a movement.
From free YouTube videos to building one of India’s biggest edtech platforms, his story shows the power of dedication, honesty, and education.
If you’re a student, a teacher, or just someone who loves to learn — Physics Wallah is worth following.
Are you a PW student or fan?
Drop your favorite Alakh Pandey quote or moment in the comments!

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