Frequently asked questions
Colleges, clubs and sponsorships
Can our club or committee run a session with you?
Yes. We run hands-on workshops, case competition prep, interview prep and industry talks for B-school clubs, cells and committees, online or on campus. Send us your idea, rough dates and the size of your group, even if it is at an early stage, and we will come back with a plan.
Do you sponsor college fests, case competitions and student events?
We consider sponsorships and knowledge partnerships for fests, case competitions and club events. Message us with the event, dates, expected audience and what you are looking for. We review every request.
Can our college partner with Kautilya Partners?
Yes. Colleges partner with us for workshops, placement preparation and live projects for their students. Tell us what your students need and we will suggest a format.
Do you offer live projects to students?
Yes, through colleges that partner with us directly. Students work on a real business problem with guidance from our consultants. Ask your placement committee or club to get in touch, or message us yourself.
About Kautilya Partners
What is Kautilya Partners?
A learning company for CAT aspirants and MBA students, founded by IIM alumni. We run live workshops and courses and publish free tools and guides.
Who is it for?
Anyone preparing for CAT or another MBA entrance, about to start an MBA, or studying in one.
Who runs it?
Kautilya Partners was founded by IIM alumni who now work as consultants. Our trainers are consultants and practitioners from top firms.
Workshops, courses and certificates
Can I register now?
Yes. Three live online workshops are open: The AI Edge (19 December 2026, free), Crack the Case on corporate case competitions (27 December 2026, ₹19) and The PI Playbook for interviews (2–3 January 2027, ₹19).
What certificate will I receive?
Every workshop gives you a digital participation certificate when you attend.
What is the difference between a workshop and a course?
A workshop is a short live programme of one or two sessions. A course runs over several weeks.
What is your refund policy?
Free resources
Are the resources really free?
Yes. They are free and need no account or email address.
Do your tools store my data?
No. The tools run in your browser and nothing you type is sent to us.
Can I share the resources with friends or my college club?
Please do: share the page link. To reuse our material elsewhere, ask us first.
Still have a question? Send us a message.
