Bengaluru’s Centre for Teacher Accreditation (CENTA) just raised Rs 20 crore in a Series A1 funding round, led by Colossa Ventures, with support from KBC Advisors, Circle of Angels, and others. The news, shared recently, highlights CENTA’s growing role in helping teachers sharpen their skills and advance their careers.

Started in 2014 by Ramya Venkataraman, CENTA is all about giving teachers the tools they need to shine. The platform offers certifications, training, and bite-sized courses to improve teaching quality. It’s already making waves, with users in over 25 countries, especially in areas where great teaching resources are hard to come by.

The new funds will help CENTA grow its tech, roll out better products, and reach more teachers worldwide. A big part of the plan is using AI to create custom learning paths for teachers, making training easier and more effective. CENTA also wants to team up with more schools, governments, and organizations to make a bigger impact.

“Teachers are the backbone of education,” said Ramya Venkataraman, CENTA’s Founder and CEO. “This money will help us give them even better support to grow and succeed, whether they’re in India or halfway across the globe.”

Colossa Ventures, which loves backing women-led companies, is excited about CENTA’s work. “We’re thrilled to support CENTA’s mission,” a Colossa spokesperson said. “Their platform is set to change how teachers learn and thrive.”

This funding comes as India’s edtech scene is heating up again, with investors betting on companies tackling real education challenges. CENTA, already working with over 1.5 million teachers, has big plans to double that number in the next couple of years. With this cash infusion, the company is ready to take teacher training to the next level, making classrooms better for kids everywhere.