Rated 4.9/5 by 2,500+ students

27 Years of Trust,
Excellence & Recognition

Discover why Dr. Karan Gupta and KGC are recognized as Mumbai's most trusted overseas education consultants. With a zero-commission model and 27 years of unbiased guidance, our credentials are built on student success — not university partnerships.

Our Credentials

Numbers that demonstrate our commitment to student success

Since 1999

27+

Years in Practice

Established in 1999, KGC is one of India's oldest and most trusted overseas education consultancies.

160,000+

160,000+

Students Guided

More students counselled than any other consultancy in Mumbai. Real experience with every type of profile and situation.

90%

90%

Scholarship Success

90% of our students receive some form of financial aid through our expert scholarship guidance.

$50M+

$50M+

Scholarships Secured

Cumulative scholarships and financial aid secured for our students over the years.

No Bias

No Bias

Zero Commission Model

Unlike most consultants, we don't take commissions from universities. 100% unbiased recommendations.

Harvard

Harvard

Harvard & Cornell Alumni

Dr. Karan Gupta is an alumnus of Harvard Business School and Cornell University.

Awards & Recognition

Industry recognition for excellence in overseas education consulting

World Asia Leaders Award

Awarded in London for contribution to education

Times Power Men

Recognized as the Trusted Overseas Education Consultant

Times Icon Award

Education Icon Award by Times of India

Education Innovation and Leadership Award

Wharton Business School

Times of India Education Award

Times of India

Outstanding Contribution to Education Award

National Education Awards

Genius Award

Times of India

Our Students Get Into World's Best Universities

A selection of universities where KGC students have been admitted

150+

Harvard University

USA

120+

Stanford University

USA

100+

MIT

USA

90+

Yale University

USA

85+

Princeton University

USA

200+

Columbia University

USA

180+

Cornell University

USA

80+

University of Oxford

UK

75+

University of Cambridge

UK

180+

London School of Economics

UK

150+

Imperial College London

UK

300+

University of Toronto

Canada

250+

University of Melbourne

Australia

120+

NUS Singapore

Singapore

100+

INSEAD

France

80+

HEC Paris

France

Expert Insights from Dr. Karan Gupta

Wisdom from 27+ years of helping students achieve their dreams

The biggest mistake students make is choosing a university based on rankings alone. Rankings measure institutional prestige, not student fit. A student thriving at a 50th-ranked school will outperform a miserable student at a top-10 school every time.
KG

Dr. Karan Gupta

University Selection

In 27 years of counselling over 160,000 students, I've never seen a 'safe' school that was truly safe. Every application needs to tell a compelling story. The students who get rejected from their safety schools are those who didn't treat the application seriously.
KG

Dr. Karan Gupta

Application Strategy

Commission-based consultants will always push you toward universities that pay them, not universities that fit you. At KGC, we take zero commissions. Our only incentive is your success, which is why 95% of our business comes from referrals.
KG

Dr. Karan Gupta

Industry Ethics

The best time to start preparing for studying abroad is yesterday. The second best time is today. Students who come to us in Grade 9 have significantly better outcomes than those who rush in Grade 12. Profile building cannot be crammed.
KG

Dr. Karan Gupta

Early Planning

Featured In

Recognized and featured by leading media outlets

Cover Feature

Times of India

"The Harvard Prodigy of Mumbai" — Full profile of Dr. Karan Gupta's journey

Read Article →
TV Interview

India Today TV

Is the US Dream Over? Expert analysis on study abroad trends

Read Article →
Expert Quote

The Economic Times

US, Australia, UK may win over most Indian students amid Canada tensions

Read Article →
Cover Feature

Femina (Cover Story)

Championing Education & Women's Empowerment Worldwide

Read Article →
Expert Quote

Mid-Day

Trump's H-1B Move Sparks Uncertainty for Indians Abroad

Read Article →
News Feature

The Hindu

IE University & IIT Bombay sign landmark MOU for Global Education

Read Article →
Event Coverage

Times of India

I Am Woman 2024 — IE University celebrates women leaders

Read Article →
Feature Article

Economic Times

Spain fast becoming a favourite destination for Indian students

Read Article →
TV Interview

India Today TV

What's really happening at Harvard — expert breakdown

Read Article →
Press Feature

Business Standard

I Am Woman 5.0 — Empowering Voices, Inspiring Change

Read Article →
News Feature

Mumbai Mirror

Exam delays: Mumbai students lose academic year at foreign universities

Read Article →
Feature

Business Standard

I Am Woman 5.0 — KGEF and IE University empowering voices, inspiring change

Read Article →
Event Coverage

DNA India

Sonam Kapoor receives I Am Woman award from Dr. Karan Gupta

Read Article →
News Feature

Tribune India

IE University and IIT Bombay sign landmark MOU

Read Article →
Expert Column

Rediff.com

Live chat — Career counselling and overseas education advice

Read Article →
TV Interview

India Today TV

How Trump's Gold Card will benefit Indian students

Read Article →
Event Coverage

Mid-Day

Dr. Karan Gupta & Boman Irani grant wishes of critically ill children

Read Article →
Press Release

ANI

I Am Woman 5.0 by KGEF and IE University

Read Article →

Professional Certifications & Memberships

Recognized by leading global education bodies

Certifications

  • MBTI® Certified Practitioner
  • Strong Interest Inventory® Certified
  • Career Counselling Diploma from UC San Diego
  • Member of The American Association of Colleges and Universities

Professional Memberships

  • IACAC - International Association for College Admission Counseling
  • ASCA - American School Counselor Association

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our credentials and consulting approach

What makes Dr. Karan Gupta one of the most trusted study abroad consultants in Mumbai?
With 27+ years of experience since 1999, over 160,000 students counselled, and a strict zero-commission model, Dr. Karan Gupta provides completely unbiased university recommendations. As a Harvard Business School and Cornell University alumnus, he brings first-hand international education experience. KGC is one of the few consultancies in India that does not accept commissions from universities, ensuring advice is always in the student's best interest.
How do I verify the credentials of an education consultant?
Look for professional certifications (such as MBTI certification, career counselling diplomas), memberships in recognised bodies like IACAC or ASCA, a verifiable track record of university placements, and a transparent fee structure. Dr. Karan Gupta holds certifications from UC San Diego and is a member of both IACAC and ASCA. KGC's zero-commission model means recommendations are never influenced by university partnerships.
What is KGC's zero-commission model and why does it matter?
Most study abroad consultants earn commissions from universities for each student they send. This creates a conflict of interest — they may recommend universities that pay them more, not universities that are the best fit. KGC takes zero commissions from any university. Our revenue comes solely from consulting fees, so our only incentive is your admission to the best-fit university.
Which universities have KGC students been admitted to?
KGC students have received admissions from Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Cornell, Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Imperial College London, University of Toronto, University of Melbourne, NUS Singapore, INSEAD, HEC Paris, and hundreds of other top institutions worldwide.

Ready to Work With India's Most Trusted Consultant?

Join 160,000+ students who trusted KGC with their study abroad dreams. See why we're Mumbai's top study abroad consultant.

AI Assistant

Ask me anything about studying abroad!