# upGrad

> Courses by Industry experts to help you Upskill and get your Dream Role

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.upgrad.student](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.upgrad.student)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.upgrad.student`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** upGrad
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 5,446,476
- **Rating:** 4.56 / 5 (31,706 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.0.22
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-03
- **First published:** 2016-05-04
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 76 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.upgrad.student)
- **Website:** [https://upgrad.com/](https://upgrad.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://upgrad.com/privacy/](https://upgrad.com/privacy/)

## Description

The upGrad Chrome extension offers access to a broad range of industry-relevant online programs and degrees, including MBA, M.Sc., and bachelor’s courses. Users can upskill in high-demand fields such as Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Digital Marketing, Blockchain, Analytics, and Product Management. The extension enables interactive learning experiences by connecting with professionals and peers, participating in challenges like Kaggle competitions, and accessing expert mentoring.

With top university collaborations, upGrad provides comprehensive support including placement assistance, job portal access, career coaching, and networking within a vast alumni community. The platform's digital-first approach merges technology and pedagogy to deliver engaging courses that help learners advance their careers and thrive in competitive industries. Whether you seek beginner-friendly or advanced courses, upGrad is designed to meet the lifelong learning needs of ambitious professionals.

## Rankings

- #22,669 — Overall
- #7 — upgrade

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_SUPERUSER`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.truecaller.permission.sdk.internal.read_account_state`
- `com.upgrad.student.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User reviews show a mix of value and trouble. Pros include a broad catalog of courses with recognized certifications, solid student support, and affordable pricing through scholarships. The most persistent negatives are app instability (crashes, glitches, playback issues), refund disputes and perceived misleading promises, inconsistent pricing for the same programs, intrusive marketing practices, and tablet/UX compatibility problems. Overall, the platform has potential but reliability, pricing practices, and customer experience need significant improvement.

### Pros

- Wide range of courses with industry-recognized certifications.
- Strong student support and perceived leadership in the education space.
- Competitive pricing with scholarships and affordable options.

### Cons

- Frequent app instability: glitches, crashes, and playback/loading issues.
- Refund problems and perceived scams or misleading promises, with money sometimes not returned.
- Pricing inconsistency: different fees for the same program across batches.
- Aggressive marketing and data collection practices, including cold calls and contact requests.
- Tablet/UX issues: poor tablet compatibility and awkward UI.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.upgrad.student)