Homversity raises $1 Mn from Shur-UP, IPV and others

Student housing networks platform Homversity has raised $1 million in a pre-Series A round from Shuru-Up, IPV (Inflection Point Ventures), Value Angels, Vinners Group, TAS, Pro-Growth Ventures, Growth 91, and other investors.

The Ahmedabad-based company had previously raised $378K from Shuru-Up and more.

The proceeds will be deployed towards establishing a premium, scalable student housing operator model, supporting growth initiatives to enhance the platform's reach, and improving its offerings for students across India, Homversity said in a press release.

Founded in 2019 by Saurav Kumar Sinha, Homversity is a student housing network organising several verticals of India’s student housing industry. The platform focuses on organising major verticals of the industry, such as quality of stay, good food, and a safe, secure ecosystem for students with hassle-free processes and support systems like a 100% refund on cancellations.

Homversity eliminates the hassles of food and living costs by providing a high standard of living and healthy meals, whether students come from rural areas or urban centres. By doing so, it ensures students can focus on education, networking, and personal growth without worrying about these basic necessities.

According to market research, the student housing industry in India presents a Rs 58,000 crore opportunity, driven by over 35 million annual student enrollments across 51,000 universities, colleges, and institutes.

Homversity states that its strengths lie in its extensive, in-depth database and deep insights into the challenges tenants and landlords face. This understanding allows the platform to address key pain points in the student housing market, offering tailored solutions that enhance the experience for all users.