InstiKit vs Vidyalaya
Vidyalaya is a long-running school ERP from Ahmedabad, now cloud-based with AI tools and a large report library. InstiKit runs in the cloud or on your own server, with published prices.
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 free Android and iOS apps, with white-label apps under your school's brand available.
- You want to try the full product first with a free demo account, or start free with InstiKit Lite.
Choose Vidyalaya if
- You want a vendor with more than twenty years in school ERP and many clients in Gujarat.
- You need its large library of ready reports or its scholarship, loan and deposit modules.
At a glance
| Feature | InstiKit | Vidyalaya |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Cloud |
| Mobile apps | Free Android and iOS apps; white-label apps available | School, parent and management apps for Android and iOS; custom branded app offered |
| Reports | Built-in reports and dashboards | 1,800+ reports claimed |
| Trial | Free demo account; Lite edition free | Free demo |
| Vendor | ScriptMint | Sapphire Software Solutions, Ahmedabad, launched 2002; claims 2,000+ clients |
Modules and features
| Feature | InstiKit | Vidyalaya |
|---|---|---|
| Admissions and enquiries | Included | Included, with admission CRM |
| Fees and online payments | Included | Included |
| Exams, report cards and holistic progress cards | Included | Included |
| Timetable | Included; automatic generation with InstiKit Cloud | Included, with an AI timetable generator |
| HR and payroll | Included | Included |
| Transport, hostel, library and inventory | Included (hostel with Premium and Cloud) | Included, with GPS vehicle tracking |
| Tally integration | Included | Included |
| Premium and Cloud | Included | |
| Biometric attendance | Premium and Cloud | Included |
| AI features | InstiKit Cloud | Vidyamitra assistant and AI tools |
| 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
Vidyalaya
- Vidyalaya
- Not published
InstiKit prices are listed on our pricing page. Vidyalaya does not publish prices; ask its sales team for a quote to compare.
Switching from Vidyalaya
- 1Export students, guardians and staff from Vidyalaya 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 Vidyalaya alternative?
Yes, if you want published prices, the option to self-host, or free mobile apps. Vidyalaya suits schools that want a long-established vendor and its large library of ready reports.
How much does Vidyalaya cost?
Vidyalaya 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 Vidyalaya 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
Vidyalaya is a product of Sapphire Software Solutions, which is not affiliated with InstiKit. Facts were checked on 20 October 2026 from the public pages below and may have changed since.