upGrad Acquires Internshala in 90% Stock-Swap Deal
March 3, 2026
upGrad has acquired Internshala, the early-talent internship marketplace, in a 90% stock-swap deal for an undisclosed amount. Internshala will continue to operate as an independent brand under its founder and CEO Sarvesh Agrawal while leveraging upGrad’s platform, scale, and technology to expand product innovation and AI-led talent matching.
- Buyers
- upGrad
- Targets
- Internshala
- Industry
- E-Commerce
- Location
- Haryana, India
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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