Born from Experience, Built with Purpose, Powered by Community
The Story Behind India's Most Authentic Competitive Exam Social Network
RanksApart was born from 7 years of real UPSC preparation experience and the frustration of finding authentic guidance in a sea of fake mentors. We're not just another ed-tech platform - we're a community-driven movement built by serious aspirants who understand your journey, backed by proven technology expertise from Scorpyns Technologies Private Limited.
From Personal Struggle to Platform Solution
In 2023, after years of navigating the competitive exam preparation landscape, our founders at Scorpyns Technologies Private Limited identified a critical gap that no existing platform addressed: the lack of authentic, verified connections between serious aspirants and genuine exam achievers.
The Problem We Lived:
7 years of UPSC preparation showed us the isolation aspirants face
Fake "toppers" and unverified "experts" spreading misleading advice everywhere
Coaching institutes focusing on profits rather than authentic mentorship
Real toppers having no credible platform to give back to the community
Information overload without quality filtering or genuine verification
The Breakthrough Moment
Our founder Raman Sandhu, with his unique combination of clinical psychology expertise and 7 years of UPSC preparation experience, realized that successful exam preparation isn't just about study material - it's about the right mental framework, authentic guidance, and community support. Combined with Anandy Goel's analytical approach and deep understanding of research methodology, they envisioned a platform that could bridge this gap.
Our Decision
Instead of creating another paid coaching platform, we decided to build something revolutionary - a completely free social network where verified toppers could authentically connect with aspirants, share real experiences, and build a supportive community that understands the unique challenges of competitive exam preparation.
Meet Our Founding Team
Led by Experience, Driven by Empathy
Raman Sandhu
With a Masters in Clinical Psychology and 7 years of UPSC preparation experience, Raman brings a unique perspective to educational technology. His understanding of learning psychology, combined with full-stack development expertise, enables him to create platforms that truly understand student needs.
Raman Sandhu's Vision for RanksApart:
"Having spent 7 years in UPSC preparation myself, I understand the psychological challenges aspirants face - the isolation, the self-doubt, the information overwhelm. RanksApart is built to address these psychological barriers by creating authentic connections with those who've successfully navigated this journey."
Areas of Expertise:
- Clinical Psychology & Learning Science
- Full-Stack Development & AI Integration
- Student Mentoring & EdTech Innovation
- 7 Years UPSC Preparation Experience
Anandy Goel
With Masters in Economics, M.Com, and 7 years of UPSC preparation experience, Anandy brings exceptional analytical and organizational skills to RanksApart. Her expertise in research methodology and systematic approach to learning shapes our platform's structured framework.
Anandy Goel's Vision for RanksApart:
"Through my 7 years of UPSC preparation, I learned that success comes from systematic planning, authentic resources, and the right guidance network. RanksApart embodies all these elements in a single platform where aspirants can find genuine mentorship and structured learning approaches."
Areas of Expertise:
- Research Methodology & Content Analytics
- Study Planning & Organization Systems
- Note-Making Strategies & Learning Optimization
- Financial Strategy & Educational Resource Planning
- 7 Years UPSC Preparation Experience
About Scorpyns Technologies Private Limited
Innovation-Driven EdTech with Real-World Understanding
Company Foundation
Scorpyns Technologies Private Limited is an innovative EdTech startup founded with a mission to revolutionize exam preparation through authentic academic networks and AI-powered learning solutions. Born from the frustration of inadequate learning resources and inauthentic mentorship in the competitive exam ecosystem.
Our Expertise
Our team combines deep expertise in psychology, learning science, and cutting-edge technology to build platforms that address real problems faced by serious learners across India.
Core Competencies
Educational Psychology Integration:
Applying clinical psychology principles to learning platform design
Community-Driven Platform Development:
Creating authentic social networks for academic purposes
AI-Powered Learning Analytics:
Developing intelligent systems that adapt to individual learning patterns
Secure & Scalable Infrastructure:
Building robust platforms that protect user data and scale efficiently
Verification & Trust Systems:
Implementing rigorous verification processes for authentic community building
Why Our Background Matters for RanksApart
Real Experience, Real Solutions:
14+ Combined Years of UPSC Preparation
Our founders understand your journey intimately
Clinical Psychology Expertise
We understand the mental challenges of competitive exam preparation
Proven Technology Skills
Our platforms are built with enterprise-grade security and performance
Research-Driven Approach
Every feature is designed based on learning science principles
Our Mission & Vision
Democratizing Access to Authentic Success Guidance Through Real Connections
We believe that your economic background shouldn't determine your access to quality mentorship. RanksApart exists to ensure every serious aspirant can connect with verified toppers, learn from authentic experiences, and find the community support they need to succeed - completely free, forever.
Creating India's Most Trusted Academic Community for Competitive Exam Success
We envision a future where competitive exam preparation is no longer a lonely journey filled with fake guidance. Instead, we see a connected community where verified achievers actively mentor aspiring candidates, sharing real experiences that make the difference between success and struggle.
Our Core Values
Authenticity Through Experience
Built by aspirants who've lived the journey for 14+ combined years. Every feature reflects real understanding of competitive exam challenges.
Verification Above All
Every topper undergoes rigorous verification through official documents. No fake profiles, no unverified claims - just authentic achievers sharing real experiences.
Psychology-Informed Design
Our platform design incorporates clinical psychology principles to support mental well-being during the stressful preparation journey.
Community Over Commerce
We prioritize community building over monetization. Our platform remains free because we believe access to authentic guidance should be universal.
Transparency Always
From our verification process to our development journey, everything is transparent. Users know exactly what they're getting and who they're learning from.
Respect for Every Journey
We understand that every aspirant's path is unique. Our platform celebrates diverse approaches to success and respects different preparation strategies.
Our Products & Ecosystem
Building Comprehensive Solutions for Serious Aspirants
RanksApart
Current Focus - Fully Functional & Deployed
A focused academic social network connecting serious exam aspirants with verified toppers for authentic mentorship and community-based learning.
Unique Features:
- Verified Topper profiles with official achievement badges
- Topper Wall filterable by exam type and year
- Direct mentorship connections with successful candidates
- Doubt sharing and collaborative learning environment
- Authentic career guidance from real achievers
- Distraction-free academic environment
RankMentor
AI-Powered Study Planner
An AI-powered scheduling and analytics platform creating personalized study plans for serious exam aspirants, leveraging our founders' psychology and research methodology expertise.
Planned Features:
- Personalized study schedules based on learning psychology
- Performance analytics with AI-powered insights
- Smart resource recommendations based on individual progress patterns
Coming Soon - Integrating insights from clinical psychology and research methodology to create personalized study experiences.
Ecosystem Integration
Our platforms are designed to work together, creating a seamless experience for serious aspirants. While RanksApart focuses on community and mentorship, future products will address other critical aspects of exam preparation.
Why RanksApart is Different
Built by Those Who Understand Your Journey
Founded on Real Experience
Unlike platforms created by people who've never faced competitive exams, RanksApart is built by founders with 14+ combined years of UPSC preparation experience.
Psychology-Informed Platform Design
Our CEO's clinical psychology background ensures the platform supports mental well-being during the stressful preparation journey.
Research-Driven Approach
Our CFO's expertise in research methodology ensures every feature is designed based on proven learning science principles.
Technology Excellence
Backed by Scorpyns Technologies' proven development expertise, ensuring robust, secure, and scalable platform performance.
Authentic Verification System
Our rigorous topper verification process ensures you connect only with genuine achievers, not fake mentors.
Completely Free Forever
No hidden costs, no premium features, no subscriptions - built with the mission to democratize access to authentic guidance.
Experience the Difference
Join RanksApart today and experience the difference of a platform built by those who have walked in your shoes.
Register FreeOur Impact & Community
Building a Movement of Authentic Learning
RanksApart Community By The Numbers
Our growing impact across the competitive exam ecosystem
Representing various competitive exams across India
Connecting with genuine achievers
Covering major competitive exams
Authentic discussions & mentorship
Our Pan-India Community Presence
India-wide community with users from 25+ states and union territories
Connecting aspirants and achievers across geographical boundaries
Voices from Our Community
Arjun M.
UPSC Aspirant from Tamil Nadu
"RanksApart gave me access to genuine UPSC toppers who helped me understand what truly matters in preparation. As someone who couldn't afford coaching, this free platform has been life-changing."
Priya Sharma
UPSC CSE 2021 AIR 13
"After clearing UPSC, I wanted to help others but didn't know how. RanksApart verified my credentials and connected me with serious aspirants who really value authentic guidance."
Rohan Kumar
NEET Aspirant from Bihar
"The verification process at RanksApart ensures I'm getting advice from real achievers, not self-proclaimed experts. That makes all the difference in my NEET preparation."
Our Commitment to You
Promises We Make and Keep
Authenticity Above All
We will never compromise on our verification process. Every topper profile you see has been rigorously verified with official documents.
Forever Free
We believe quality guidance should be accessible to all serious aspirants regardless of financial background. RanksApart will remain 100% free, forever.
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to constantly improving based on your feedback. Our platform will evolve with your needs as we build this community together.
Privacy Protection
Your data privacy is paramount. We will never sell your personal information and maintain industry-standard security practices.
Mental Health Focus
We recognize the mental toll of competitive exams. Our platform is designed with features that support aspirants' psychological well-being.
Community-First Decisions
Every platform decision we make prioritizes the best interests of our community over commercial interests.
Join Us In Our Mission
RanksApart is more than just a platform - it's a movement to democratize access to authentic guidance. Whether you're an aspirant seeking guidance or a successful candidate wanting to give back, we welcome you to our growing community.