InstiKit vs MyClassboard
MyClassboard is a broad school platform covering ERP, admissions CRM, LMS and communication, with gradebooks for several curricula. InstiKit is a school ERP with published prices that runs in the cloud or on your own server.
Facts checked on 20 October 2026.
Which one should you choose?
Choose InstiKit if
- You want published prices: Cloud from ₹100 per student per year, or a one-time self-hosted licence.
- You want the option to run the ERP on your own server and keep your data there.
- You want to try the full product first with a free demo account, or start free with InstiKit Lite.
Choose MyClassboard if
- You run IB, Cambridge or Montessori programmes and want ready-made gradebooks for them.
- You want an admissions CRM with lead nurturing and campaigns from the same vendor.
- You want finance extras such as post-dated cheque handling, student loans or connected banking.
At a glance
| Feature | InstiKit | MyClassboard |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Cloud from ₹100 per student per year; self-hosted from $49 one-time (Lite free) | Not published |
| Hosting | InstiKit Cloud, or your own server | Not stated |
| Mobile apps | Free Android and iOS apps | Parent, admin and pre-admission apps |
| Trial | Free demo account; Lite edition free | Demo on request |
Modules and features
| Feature | InstiKit | MyClassboard |
|---|---|---|
| Admissions | Included, with enquiry and registration | Included, with lead management and campaigns |
| Fees and online payments | Included | Included |
| Exams and report cards | Included | Gradebooks for State, CBSE, IB and Cambridge |
| Online exams and classes | Included | Included |
| HR and payroll | Included | Included |
| Hostel, transport, library and inventory | Included (hostel with Premium and Cloud) | Included |
| Tally integration | Included | Included |
| Premium and Cloud | Included | |
| Biometric attendance | Premium and Cloud | Included, with RFID |
| Multi-branch | Premium; higher Cloud plans | Franchise module |
| Self-hosting | Lite, Regular and Premium editions | Not stated |
InstiKit edition details are on the edition comparison.
What it costs in practice
A school with 500 students over three years, before taxes.
InstiKit
- InstiKit Cloud Growth (₹150 per student per year × 500 × 3 years)
- ₹2,25,000
- Or InstiKit Premium, self-hosted (one-time) plus your own server
- $299
MyClassboard
- MyClassboard
- Not published
InstiKit prices are listed on our pricing page. MyClassboard does not publish prices; ask its sales team for a quote to compare.
Switching from MyClassboard
- 1Export students, guardians and staff from MyClassboard as spreadsheets.
- 2Import them into InstiKit with the built-in student, guardian, employee and fee payment imports, then set up classes, fee structures and exams.
- 3Time the switch for the start of an academic year so fee and attendance records begin cleanly.
- 4Our team can help plan the move, and Premium includes free installation.
See InstiKit with your own eyes
Get a free demo school account with sample data, or start with InstiKit Lite, which is free for small schools.
Frequently asked questions
Is InstiKit a good MyClassboard alternative?
Yes, if you want published prices, the option to self-host, or to try the full product with a free demo first. MyClassboard suits schools that want its admissions CRM and curriculum-specific gradebooks.
How much does MyClassboard cost?
MyClassboard does not publish prices on its website. InstiKit Cloud costs ₹100 to ₹250 per student per year, and self-hosted editions are a one-time $49 or $299, with Lite free.
Can I move my data from MyClassboard to InstiKit?
Yes. Export students, guardians and staff as spreadsheets and import them into InstiKit. Classes, fee structures and exam settings are set up once in InstiKit.
Sources
MyClassboard is a product of MyClassboard, which is not affiliated with InstiKit. Facts were checked on 20 October 2026 from the public pages below and may have changed since.