ITC’s Classmate bets on QR-led learning to stay relevant beyond the notebook, resurfacing a June move

Classmate is combining paper stationery, omnichannel reach and QR-enabled eduGAMES Infinity challenges as it counters regional price competition and adapts to hybrid, digital-first learning, per a strategy detailed back in June 2025.

— Filed Mon, 27 Jul, 2026, 07:19 IST · Source Financial Express · BrandWagon · Updated

ITC’s Classmate is defending and expanding its stationery position through paper integration, omnichannel distribution and QR-enabled eduGAMES Infinity content, targeting hybrid learning as digital classrooms grow amid price competition from regional players.

Why this matters

The move extends recent Classmate signals on an omnichannel play beyond notebooks and QR learning with school tie-ups, showing a consistent effort to pair stationery with digital learning.

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