Edureka vs UpGrad: Which one is the best?

🎓 Overview of Both Platforms

Edureka focuses on live instructor-led technical training in DevOps, Cloud, Data Science, AI, Full Stack, and Cybersecurity. It has also expanded to include postgraduate programs in collaboration with universities like Purdue and IIM Raipur.

UpGrad is one of India’s largest online learning platforms. It offers postgraduate diplomas, MBAs, master’s degrees, and certifications in collaboration with universities such as Deakin, Liverpool John Moores, IIIT Bangalore, and IIMs. It is best known for structured long-term learning programs for working professionals.

 

 

 

💼 Course Offerings

Edureka – Most Popular Courses

1. DevOps Certification Training
2. Cloud Architect Master Program (AWS, Azure, GCP)
3. Data Science with Python & R
4. AI & Machine Learning Certification
5. Full Stack Web Development Master Program
6. Cybersecurity Certification Training
7. Blockchain Certification Course

UpGrad – Most Popular Courses

1. MBA from Deakin Business School / Liverpool John Moores
2. PG Diploma in Data Science (IIIT Bangalore)
3. PG Certification in Machine Learning & AI
4. Executive PG Program in Management (IIMs, IMT Ghaziabad)
5. Digital Marketing Certification (MICA)
6. MBA in HR, Finance, or Business Analytics
7. Law, Healthcare, and Finance programs

 

🌟 Degree & Certification Programs

Edureka

1. Post Graduate Programs (Purdue University, IIM Raipur, IITs)
2. PGP in Generative AI and Machine Learning (Illinois Tech)
3. Executive Certification Programs in AI/ML, Big Data, Digital Marketing
4. Not full university degrees, but widely recognized credentials

UpGrad

1. Full MBA Degrees (Deakin, Liverpool John Moores)
2. Master’s & PG Diplomas (IIIT Bangalore, MICA, IMT Ghaziabad)
3. Executive MBAs & Management Programs (IIMs)
4. Specialized PG Programs in Finance, Law, Healthcare
5. Degrees are globally accredited and industry-recognized

 

👨💼 Who Should Choose What?

You Should Choose…	If You Are…
Edureka	A tech professional looking for instructor-led training with lifetime access and project-based learning
UpGrad	A working professional seeking MBAs, PG diplomas, or university-backed programs with long-term career impact

 

 

📊 Feature Comparison

Feature	Edureka	UpGrad
Focus	Tech certifications, live training	MBAs, PG diplomas, university-backed programs
Degree Programs	Limited (PGPs, executive programs)	✅ Full MBA & PG degrees
Best Known For	DevOps, Cloud, Data Science	Management, MBA, Data Science, Digital Marketing
Learning Style	Live instructor-led	Blended learning (online + live)
Global Universities	Purdue, IIM Raipur, IITs	Deakin, Liverpool, IIIT-B, IIMs, MICA
Certification Prep	Strong in tech	Strong in business + tech

 

 

🧾 Pricing Overview

Edureka

1. Certification Programs: ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000
2. PGPs: ₹2,00,000 – ₹3,50,000

UpGrad

1. PG Programs: ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,50,000
2. MBAs / Master’s: ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,00,000

💡 Both offer EMI options and financial assistance.

 

🏆 Final Verdict

• If you’re a developer, data scientist, or cloud engineer, Edureka is the right fit for hands-on technical mastery.

• If you’re a working professional seeking a career shift or higher education (MBA/PG diploma), UpGrad gives you better recognition and university-backed credentials.

👉 The choice depends on whether you want tech-focused certifications (Edureka) or career-advancing degrees (UpGrad).

 

 

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