Alakh Pandey, more famously known as Physics Wallah, is arguably one of India’s most revered educators and entrepreneurs. He has entirely reformed the online study industry for millions of Indian students who are preparing for competitive exams such as JEE and NEET. He went from being a teacher in a small town to running a billion-dollar education enterprise, which is an inspiring story. In this article, you will find detailed biography of his, including career, early life, education, wife, net worth, age, etc.

Who is Alakh Pandey?

Alakh Pandey hails from Prayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh and comes from a middle-class family. He had financial constraints, which drove him to start teaching tuition classes even in the 6th grade. he because of his passion for teaching and simplifying difficult and complex stuff created his YouTube channel, Physics Wallah which is now one of the most trusted ed-tech platforms in India.

Alakh  Pandey Biography

Details	Information
Full Name	Alakh Pandey
Birth Date	October 2, 1991
Birthplace	Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Educator, YouTuber, Entrepreneur
Known For	CEO & Founder of Physics Wallah

Alakh Pandey Age

Alakh Pandey is now 33 as of 2025! He was born on October 2, 1991, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Being a Libra, Alakh has the traits of Libra including balance, commitment, and a calm demeanor. He has created an empire in education at a very young age in his life and inspired millions of students and young entrepreneurs across our great Nation!

 Alakh Pandey Early Life & Family

Alakh belongs to a simple middle-class family. His father, Satish Pandey, worked as a contractor, while his mother, Rajat Pandey, was a school teacher. He also has a sister, Aditi Pandey, who works in the IT sector. Facing financial difficulties from an early age, Alakh started taking tuition classes while still in school.

Alakh Pandey Education Qualification

Alakh completed his schooling at Bishop Johnson School, Prayagraj scoring 91% and 93.5% in 10th and 12th respectively. He then got admission in Harcourt Butler Technical Institute (HBTI) Kanpur for B.Tech and lost interest in studying and withdrew from the institute in 3rd year. He wished to clear IIT JEE but couldn’t clear the exam and continued pursuing his passion of teaching.

Alakh Pandey’s Wife

Alakh Pandey is married to Shivani Dubey who is also from the same city, Prayagraj, in Uttar Pradesh. Shivani was born in 1995 so in 2025 she will be 30 years old. Shivani has an MSc. in Chemistry and worked as a freelance journalist before marrying Alakh. Alakh and Shivani met through a mutual friend and once they got to know each other, on 22 February 2023 Alakh married her. Shivani is a modest, unassuming person, and has often kept her personal space kept hidden from public view. While she occasionally helps Alakh out with his work, she typically does not like to be in public with him. She is 5 foot 3 (161 cms) tall and weighs roughly 50 kg. She has incredibly beautiful hazel brown hair and her eyes are black. She also has a sister named Himani Dubey.

Alakh Pandey Professional Career Journey

Alakh Pandey commenced his career as a YouTube educator in 2016, beginning to upload Physics lectures with little more than a camera. He quickly gained popularity among students, due to his ability to simplify these concepts for them.

In 2020, he and Prateek Maheshwari released the Physics Wallah App and the rest is history. It completely changed the landscape of affordable online education in India. It grew exponentially, reaching millions of students across the nation.

Career Timeline

Year	Milestone
2016	Launched YouTube Channel
2020	Launched Physics Wallah App
2022	Achieved Unicorn Status ($1.1 Billion)
2025	Expanded to 60+ Offline Centers

Alakh Pandey Achievements & Milestones

Alakh’s biggest breakthrough came in 2022 when Physics Wallah became a unicorn valued at $1.1 billion. By 2025, the company reached a valuation of $2.8 billion. He even turned down a ₹75 crore job offer from Unacademy to keep Physics Wallah independent.

Alakh Pandey Physical Appearance

Alakh Pandey follows a simple and healthy lifestyle despite his busy schedule. He maintains his fitness while staying fully focused on his work and responsibilities.

Attribute	Details
Height	5 ft 7 inches (170 cm)
Weight	Around 70 kg (154 lbs)
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Black

Physics Wallah Web Series

Alakh Pandey’s incredible journey was showcased in a web series called “Physics Wallah” which premiered on Amazon Mini TV in December 2022. Sridhar Dubey played the role of Alakh Pandey.

Title	Physics Wallah
Premiere Date	December 15, 2022
Platform	Amazon Mini TV
Episodes	6

Social Media Presence

Alakh Pandey actively engages with his audience across multiple social media platforms.

Platform	Followers	Handle
Platform	Followers	Handle
YouTube	13 Million+	@PhysicsWallah
Instagram	1 Million+	@alakhsir_pw
LinkedIn	380K+	@Alakh-Pandey

Alakh Pandey Net Worth 2025

As of 2025, Alakh Pandey’s estimated net worth is ₹4500 crore. He makes money from multiple sources such as YouTube ads and revenue, subscriptions to the Physics Wallah apps and website, offline center locations, and major sponsorships and partnerships with companies and brands.

Income Source	Estimated Earnings
Income Source	Estimated Earnings
YouTube Revenue	₹15 Crore/Year
Physics Wallah App	Major Source of Revenue
Total Net Worth	₹4500 Crore (2025)

Conclusion

Alakh Pandey’s story is an example of how passion, vision, and hard work can take you to the top, from a few tuition classes in a small town to a billion dollar business. Alakh has not only inspired millions, he has expanded and made accessible and affordable education to students everywhere. The impact of Alakh on the education system in India will be valued by generations.

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