# Podar Education Network > Podar Education Network is one of India's largest school groups, established in 1927. It educates over 275,000 students through 165 Podar International Schools, 135 partner schools, and 400 preschools, offering CBSE, ICSE/CISCE, SSC, Cambridge (IGCSE), and IB curricula from preschool through Grade 12. Chairman: Dr. Pavan Podar. Headquarters: Podar Centre, Parel, Mumbai. Contact: admissions@podar.org / 022 43330000. Podar International Schools take no entrance interviews and accept no donations; admissions are first-come, first-served. The network operates across Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, Telangana, and West Bengal. Curriculum and teacher training are centralised through the Podar Innovation Centre. ## About - [About Podar Education Network](https://www.podareducation.org/about-podar-education-network): History since 1927, mission, scale, and leadership. - [Chairman's Message](https://www.podareducation.org/chairmans-message): Message from Chairman Dr. Pavan Podar. - [Podar Initiatives](https://www.podareducation.org/podar-initiatives): Overview of the network's schools, preschools, college, and training ventures. - [Achievements and Awards](https://www.podareducation.org/achievements-and-awards): Recognitions including Most Respected Education Brand and ET Best Education Brands. - [News](https://www.podareducation.org/news-all): Latest academic results, board-exam performance, and student accomplishments. - [Social Outreach](https://www.podareducation.org/social-outreach): Community and social responsibility programs. ## Why Podar - [The Right Curriculum](https://www.podareducation.org/the-right-curriculum): Curriculum philosophy and programs. - [The Right Faculty](https://www.podareducation.org/the-right-faculty): Teacher quality, recruitment, and training. - [The Right Environment](https://www.podareducation.org/the-right-environment): Campus, safety, and learning environment. - [The Right Approach](https://www.podareducation.org/the-right-approach): Holistic teaching philosophy. - [The Right Skills](https://www.podareducation.org/the-right-skills): Skill-development focus areas. - [Student Life](https://www.podareducation.org/the-right-students-life): Integrated Learning, Symphonics, Model UN, and co-curricular programs. ## Academics and Programs - [Digital Learning](https://www.podareducation.org/digital-learning-at-podar): Technology-enabled classroom learning. - [Innovation Lab](https://www.podareducation.org/innovation-lab-at-podar): Hands-on STEM, robotics, and coding. - [Innovative Academic Programs](https://www.podareducation.org/innovative-academic-program-at-podar): Distinctive academic offerings. - [Art Curriculum](https://www.podareducation.org/art-curriculum-at-podar): Visual and performing arts program. - [Thematic Learning Program](https://www.podareducation.org/thematic-learning-program): Integrated, theme-based learning. - [Podar Innovation Center](https://www.podareducation.org/podar-innovation-center): Centralised curriculum and teacher-training hub. ## Campus and Facilities - [School Infrastructure](https://www.podareducation.org/school-infrastructure): Classrooms, sports, and campus facilities. - [Our Labs](https://www.podareducation.org/our-labs): Science, math, and computing labs. - [Transport Policy](https://www.podareducation.org/transport-policy): School transport and safety guidelines. ## Admissions - [Admission Process](https://www.podareducation.org/admissions): How to apply, eligibility, and online application. - [Fee Structure](https://www.podareducation.org/fee-structure): School fees information. - [Inter Podar Transfer](https://www.podareducation.org/inter-podar-transfer): Transfer process for students relocating between Podar schools. - [Army Scholarship Programme](https://www.podareducation.org/army): Scholarship details for army families. - [Locations / Find a School](https://www.podareducation.org/locations): Directory of all campuses across India. ## Schools by State - [Andhra Pradesh](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-andhrapradesh): Explore Podar International Schools in Andhra Pradesh offering CBSE-focused education, modern classrooms, and holistic student development. - [Bihar](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-bihar): Find Podar schools in Bihar with technology-enabled learning, academic excellence, and co-curricular opportunities. - [Chhattisgarh](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-chhattisgarh): Discover Podar International Schools in Chhattisgarh known for student-centric education and innovative teaching methods. - [Goa](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-goa): Explore Podar schools in Goa offering balanced academics, sports, arts, and experiential learning programs. - [Gujarat](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-gujarat): Browse Podar International Schools in Gujarat providing CBSE education, STEM learning, and all-round development. - [Karnataka](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-karnataka): Find Podar schools across Karnataka with modern infrastructure, digital learning, and holistic academic programs. - [Madhya Pradesh](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-madhyapradesh): Explore Podar International Schools in Madhya Pradesh focused on academic growth, creativity, and leadership skills. - [Maharashtra](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-maharashtra): Discover Podar schools in Maharashtra offering innovative education, advanced facilities, and co-curricular excellence. - [Punjab](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-punjab): Find Podar International Schools in Punjab delivering quality education with strong academic and personality development programs. - [Telangana](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-telangana): Explore Podar schools in Telangana featuring future-ready learning, smart classrooms, and student-focused education. - [West Bengal](https://www.podareducation.org/schools-in-westbengal): Browse Podar International Schools in West Bengal offering holistic education, skill-based learning, and academic excellence. ## Featured Schools - [Podar International School Ahmedabad](https://www.podareducation.org/school/ahmedabad): CBSE school in Ahmedabad with modern academics, sports, and digital learning programs. - [Podar International School Powai](https://www.podareducation.org/school/powai): Mumbai-based campus offering holistic education, innovation-led learning, and co-curricular development. - [Podar International School Nerul CBSE](https://www.podareducation.org/school/nerulcbse): CBSE curriculum school in Nerul focused on academic excellence and student growth. - [Podar International School Vadodara](https://www.podareducation.org/school/vadodara): School in Vadodara with integrated learning, STEM education, and student-centric programs. - [Podar International School Chinchwad](https://www.podareducation.org/school/chinchwad): Pune-region campus offering CBSE education with advanced infrastructure and skill-based learning. - [Podar International School Gandhinagar](https://www.podareducation.org/school/gandhinagar): Gandhinagar school focused on experiential learning, innovation, and overall development. - [Podar International School Indore](https://www.podareducation.org/school/indore): Indore campus providing holistic education with academics, sports, and creative activities. - [Podar International School Wagholi](https://www.podareducation.org/school/wagholi): Wagholi campus with technology-enabled classrooms and activity-based learning. - [Podar International School Rajkot](https://www.podareducation.org/school/rajkot): Rajkot school offering modern curriculum, digital learning, and personality development initiatives. - [Podar International School Nagpur Besa](https://www.podareducation.org/school/nagpurbesa): Nagpur Besa campus focused on academic excellence, innovation, and co-curricular engagement. ## FAQ - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.podareducation.org/faqs): Answers to common questions, including those below. Key facts answered on the FAQ and About pages: - Boards offered: CBSE, CISCE (ICSE), SSC, Cambridge (IGCSE), and IB. - Ownership: All Podar International Schools are privately owned and managed. - Chairman: Dr. Pavan Podar is the Chairman of Podar Education Network. - Number of schools: 165 Podar International Schools across India. - Admissions: First-come, first-served; no entrance interviews and no donations. ## Information - [Contact Us](https://www.podareducation.org/contact-us): Address, email, and phone. - [Blog](https://www.podareducation.org/blog): Articles on education and parenting. - [Careers](http://careers.podareducation.org/): Job openings across the network. - [Alumni Community](https://www.podareducation.org/podar-student-alumni-community): Podar alumni network.