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Entab enters a
new era of growth.

With effect from 1st October 2026, Entab Infotech Pvt. Ltd. has been acquired by Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

Trusted partnership. Unwavering commitment. A stronger future.

Entab, a Nelnet company.

What this means
for your school.

Seamless continuity

Entab continues as the same legal entity. Your agreement, pricing, service levels and contract terms continue unchanged, and the acquisition does not alter any of them.

Proven leadership, now strengthened

Mr. Lawrence Zacharias (CEO & Co-founder) and Mr. Shaji Thomas (Co-founder) continue to lead Entab. They are joined by Mr. Maheshwar Tiruchinapalli as Chairman, who brings Nelnet’s global experience to our leadership.

The team you know and trust

Your account manager, implementation team, support team and helpdesk contacts remain unchanged.

Uninterrupted excellence

Our ERP and LMS solutions continue to serve your school as they do today. There is no migration and no interruption to your operations.

Proudly rooted in India

Entab remains headquartered in New Delhi. Day-to-day decisions will stay close to you and to the Indian education ecosystem, aligned with Indian boards, curricula and regulations.

Your data, your ownership

Your data continues to be governed by your agreement with Entab and applicable Indian law.

Two strengths.
One shared direction.

Entab

Understanding Indian schools.

Nelnet Business Services

A global platform that helps educational institutions operate more effectively and better serve students and families.

A stronger foundation
for schools.

“This combination represents more than an acquisition. It is the coming together of two organizations united by a shared mission to help schools thrive.

Our integration strategy will be thoughtful and deliberate, ensuring continuity for customers and associates while creating a stronger, more innovative platform that can help define the next generation of school management solutions.”

Maheshwar TiruchinapalliExecutive Vice President and General Manager of International Markets for Nelnet Business Services

A message from
Mr. Lawrence Zacharias.

CEO, Entab

Mr. Lawrence Zacharias has helped shape Entab’s school management technology for over 25 years. His work focuses on simplifying everyday school operations through automation, giving school teams more time to focus on education.

Your questions.
Clear answers.

What has happened?

With effect from 1st October 2026, Entab Infotech Pvt. Ltd. has been acquired by Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc. Entab continues as the same legal entity, with the continuity described above.

Who is Nelnet Business Services?

NBS is a division of Nelnet, Inc., a US-based organisation. It provides technology and services for education, including school management, payments and community engagement, in the US and internationally.

Will the Entab name continue?

Yes. We continue as Entab, a Nelnet company. The Entab brand and the customer relationships schools know remain central to this next chapter.

Do we need to sign a new agreement or take any action?

No action is needed because of this announcement. Entab continues as the same legal entity, and your existing agreement remains in place.

Will our pricing, service levels or contract terms change?

Your agreement, pricing, service levels and contract terms stay as they are. For a question about your school’s specific agreement, speak with your existing account manager.

Will our account manager or support contacts change?

Your account manager, implementation and support teams, and helpdesk contact details are unchanged. Continue using your usual Entab contacts.

Who will lead Entab?

Mr. Lawrence Zacharias (CEO & Co-founder) and Mr. Shaji Thomas (Co-founder) continue to lead Entab, joined by Mr. Maheshwar Tiruchinapalli as Chairman. Day-to-day decisions remain close to schools and the Indian education ecosystem.

What improvements are planned for schools?

Product development will focus on a stronger roadmap, better mobile experiences for parents and teachers, better leadership analytics, and deeper connections across admissions, fees, academics and communication. Improvements will be communicated as they are confirmed and released.

What happens to our school’s data?

Your school’s data stays with Entab. Processing and sharing remain governed by your agreement and applicable Indian data-protection requirements; data will not be shared beyond those terms. Your Entab team can address questions specific to your school’s arrangements.

Will Indian curricula and requirements remain a priority?

Yes. Relevant global practices and capabilities will be adapted for Indian curricula, boards and regulations. Day-to-day decisions remain close to the Indian education ecosystem, as outlined above.

Do parents or teachers need to change apps or payment methods?

No app replacement, new payment system or platform migration is announced here. If a future change affects your school, it will be communicated separately. Parents should contact their school about fees or school-specific arrangements.

Who can we speak with about this announcement?

Use your usual Entab contact for school-specific questions, or write to communications@entab.org for questions about this new chapter.

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