13th March 2025, Bengaluru; Every year, the college admissions process in India sparks waves of anxiety for both students and their parents. Weeks are spent navigating multiple college websites, trying to understand the unique application processes, filling out numerous forms, submitting documents, and waiting for shortlist results. It’s a stressful journey—one that often leaves students confused and overwhelmed.
India has over 50,000 colleges, and nearly 5 crore students aspire for higher education, yet the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) is just 27.1%, significantly lower than the global average of 38%. Compared to the U.S. and China, where GER is much higher, India still faces barriers in making college education accessible to all. The cumbersome application process is a big reason why many students give up before they even begin.
This is where Appli steps in—to make college admissions simpler, faster, and more accessible for students across India.
A Vision Born from a Personal Promise
Appli was built with a single mission: to remove the unnecessary complexities of college applications and make the process seamless for students and parents.
The idea for Appli came from a father’s realization of the system’s complexity. Nanjunda Prasad saw his daughter struggle with multiple applications, countless forms, and overwhelming processes. He knew there had to be a better way. That promise led to the creation of Appli—a platform that helps students navigate college admissions effortlessly.
How Appli Helps Students
Appli is a mobile-based common application platform that allows students to:
✅ Search: Access a vast database of verified colleges with detailed information on courses, faculty, admission criteria, and campus facilities.
✅ Shortlist: Filter colleges based on interests, eligibility, and future career plans.
✅ Apply: Submit multiple college applications in just a few clicks, instead of filling out separate forms for each institution.
No more spending weeks on applications—Appli reduces the entire process to just a few minutes.
Appli ensures verified, unbiased information about colleges, so students can make informed decisions without external influence.
To make things even easier, Appli Lens, a YouTube series, provides exclusive campus tour videos for different colleges. Instead of relying on scattered and unverified sources, students get firsthand insights into campus life, infrastructure, and academic offerings.
Seamless Profile Creation with Digilocker Integration
Creating a profile on Appli is quick and effortless. Students can:
✔ Manually enter their academic and personal details, OR
✔ Use Digilocker to automatically fetch all essential documents.
With this feature, Appli ensures accuracy while eliminating repetitive data entry. Students can apply to multiple colleges in minutes without worrying about lost or incomplete forms.
A patent has been filed for this unique profile creation system—making it an industry-first solution in streamlining college applications.
How Appli Helps Colleges
Appli isn’t just a game-changer for students—it’s equally beneficial for colleges.
● Efficient Application Management – Colleges receive applications in a standardized format, making it easier to review, shortlist, and process them.
● Wider Reach & Visibility – Colleges on Appli attract a diverse pool of applicants from different cities and states, improving inclusivity and accessibility.
● Data Security & Authenticity – Appli ensures that student records are secure and verified, eliminating fraudulent applications and improving the credibility of student data.
Appli is already making waves, with top universities coming on board. Bangalore’s leading institutions, along with multiple colleges from Bangalore and other major cities, are in the final stages of onboarding. Built with the guidance of Vice-Chancellors and education experts, Appli is transforming the way colleges manage admissions.
Data Security: A Bold Promise
In an age where data privacy is a major concern, Appli stands apart by ensuring that no student data is ever shared with third-party agencies.
✔ Strict security measures are in place to protect user data.
✔ Only students and authorized colleges have access to relevant details.
This bold promise reinforces trust and transparency, ensuring that students can apply with confidence and peace of mind.