Veranda RACE Strengthens its Karnataka Footprint through Strategic Partnership with Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services (DRACS)

At Veranda RACE, we have always believed that meaningful growth is built not merely through expansion, but through partnerships that share a common purpose.

In line with this vision, we are delighted to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services (DRACS), one of Karnataka's respected institutions for civil services coaching.

The strategic collaboration marks another significant milestone in Veranda RACE’s journey to make quality government competitive examination coaching more accessible to aspirants across India.

The partnership brings together the academic legacy and regional goodwill of DRACS with Veranda RACE's proven expertise in government exam preparation, technology-enabled learning, academic innovation and operational excellence. Under the MoU, Veranda RACE will lead the academy's academic operations, institutional collaborations, brand stewardship and student engagement initiatives while preserving the values, identity and social-impact programmes that have defined DRACS since its inception.

Founded on 24 April 2017, Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services was established with the vision of the legendary Padma Bhushan Dr. Rajkumar to make quality education accessible to every deserving student, irrespective of background. Guided by the philosophy that true leadership is measured by service to society, the academy has consistently nurtured civil services aspirants to become ethical administrators and future nation builders. Over the years, DRACS has earned recognition for its rigorous coaching ecosystem for UPSC Civil Services, KAS, KPSC and other State Public Service Commission examinations, supported by experienced faculty, hybrid learning infrastructure and regular interactions with serving officers from the IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, IAAS, IFoS and other distinguished civil services.

Equally significant is DRACS' commitment to social impact. The academy has built enduring collaborations with the Government of Karnataka, UNDP, UNICEF and several non-governmental organisations, extending its contribution beyond classrooms into community development and educational empowerment. As part of this partnership, these institutional relationships will continue, while flagship initiatives such as the Prithvi Scholarship Test and 'Be a Scribe' programme will be carried forward with the continued support and recognition of the Dr. Rajkumar family, who will serve as the academy's Official Goodwill Ambassadors.

Speaking on the collaboration, Santhosh Kumar, CEO of Veranda RACE, said, "Karnataka has consistently been one of India's strongest contributors to the civil services, producing administrators who have shaped governance across the country. Dr. Rajkumar Academy has built a remarkable legacy through academic excellence, social responsibility and the trust it has earned among aspirants. By combining their regional strength with Veranda RACE's academic framework, technology capabilities and student-centric approach, we are confident of creating a stronger ecosystem that empowers thousands of future civil servants."

Yuva Rajkumar, Founder of Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services and grandson of the late Dr. Rajkumar, added, "DRACS has always represented our family's commitment to education, opportunity and public service. As we looked towards the next phase of our journey, it was important to partner with an institution that shares these values while possessing the capability to scale our vision. Veranda RACE brings the academic depth, technological expertise and operational excellence required to carry this legacy forward for generations of aspirants."

For Veranda RACE, this partnership represents more than institutional growth and reflects our long-term commitment to strengthening regional centres of excellence while preserving their unique identity and community impact.

By integrating trusted local institutions into our academic ecosystem, we continue to build a collaborative model that combines regional expertise with national-scale learning resources, ultimately delivering greater value to students preparing for India's most competitive government examinations.

About Veranda RACE

Veranda RACE, a flagship enterprise of Veranda Learning Solutions, is among India's most trusted names in government competitive examination coaching. With a strong presence across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Puducherry, Veranda RACE provides comprehensive coaching for Banking, SSC, TNPSC, Railways, Insurance, TNUSRB, TNTET and several other government recruitment examinations through classroom offline, residential and LIVE online coaching with technology-enabled learning platforms. Over the years, Veranda RACE has played a pivotal role in helping more than 50,000 students secure selections in major government competitive examinations, reinforcing its reputation for academic excellence, innovation and student success.

About Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services (DRACS)

Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services (DRACS), headquartered in Vijayanagar, Bengaluru, was founded with the vision of making quality civil services education accessible to aspiring public servants from all sections of society. Inspired by the ideals of the legendary Padma Bhushan Dr. Rajkumar, the academy has consistently focused on nurturing principled, service-oriented leaders through high-quality coaching for UPSC, KAS, Karnataka PSC and other civil services examinations. Combining experienced faculty, hybrid learning methodologies and a strong culture of mentorship, DRACS continues to prepare aspirants not only to succeed in competitive examinations but also to become responsible leaders committed to nation building.