New Delhi, Nov. 12 -- Unacademy is undergoing another major change following its acquisition by upGrad. Co-founder Gaurav Munjal is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer and moving into the role of Executive Chairman, while Chief Business Officer Akhilendra Kumar will take over as CEO.

Announced on November 11, 2026, comes just over two months after Ronnie Screwvala-led upGrad completed its acquisition of the edtech company in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately Rs.1,955 crore ($206 million).

The appointment places Kumar in charge of Unacademy's operations at a time when the company is working to build a more sustainable business under its new ownership.

For Munjal, this is just a change in responsibilities rather than ...