Adworth Media is a full-service digital and branding agency based in Gurgaon. With a long-standing partnership with Aakash Institute, Adworth understands the brand’s values, regional footprint, and communication goals.
Aakash Institute
Driving Engagement Through Influencer Marketing
01 –Overview
Aakash Institute is one of India’s most reputed educational brands, preparing students for competitive exams like NEET, JEE, and Olympiads. Known for its academic rigor and impressive results, Aakash constantly seeks new ways to engage with students and parents across India.
02 –Agency Overview
03 –Campaign Objective
- Highlight the achievements of top-performing students
- Create emotional resonance with prospective students and parents
- Leverage influencer credibility to expand reach organically
04 –Key Goals
Messaging Theme: “Crack JEE with Precision”
Focused on personalization, AI-mentoring, and elite peer groups.
Emphasis on “India’s top 1% JEE aspirants deserve the Invictus Edge.”
Ad Formats:
20-second Jingle Ad: Inspiring, motivational tone with a CTA.
RJ Mentions: Local RJs discussing “the buzz” around Invictus test and student success stories.
Radio Formats Used:
RJ Mentions during prime-time slots (8.30–10.30 AM, 6–8PM)
20-second Radio Spots (20 times daily, 4 week)
05 –Strategy & Execution
1. Influencer Selection:
A curated mix of mid- and high-tier influencers across student-centric and regional niches was selected based on:
- High engagement and authentic content
- Regional representation from key Aakash markets
- Audience alignment (primarily ages 14–25)
2. Platform Focus:
Instagram was chosen due to its relevance among students. The campaign focused on:
- Reels featuring student celebrations and toppers
- Stories with Aakash branding and influencer tags
- Campaign-specific hashtags to boost discoverability
3. Where Results Speak, Influencers Share:
Influencers delivered impactful content through reels and stories that highlighted:
- The impressive academic results of Aakash Institute students
- Their personal thoughts on the importance of guided coaching
- How Aakash has built a strong foundation for student success
Sample messaging included testimonials like:
“Yet another group of star students shining in NEET & JEE with Aakash Institute! Their consistent success stories speak volumes about the quality of education and dedication at Aakash.”
4.Right After Results:
The campaign was launched immediately after the announcement of competitive exam results — a key moment of high interest and conversation within the student community.
06 –Qualitative Outcomes
- Strengthened brand trust by highlighting real success stories.
- Created buzz around Aakash’s academic excellence in a relatable, organic way.
- Generated word-of-mouth exposure through influencer credibility.
07 –Outcome
This campaign marked a successful evolution of the longstanding partnership between Aakash Institute and Adworth Media. By leveraging influencer marketing in a timely, authentic, and strategic manner, Adworth Media was able to enhance the visibility of student achievements and solidify Aakash’s position as a top-tier educational institution in India.
08 –Influencer Selection & Execution
To ensure maximum relevance and impact, Adworth Media adopted a hyperlocal and engagement-first approach to influencer selection for Aakash Institute’s campaign.
09 –Influencer Collaboration: Regional Impact
Adworth Media adopted a hyperlocal, engagement-first approach. Influencers and community pages were shortlisted based on:
- Presence in Aakash-focused cities (Chandigarh, Jaipur, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, etc)
- High organic engagement, especially on reels
- Content authenticity and relatability
10 –City-wise Influencer Highlights
Here are a few influencers and community pages that created and posted reels + stories for the campaign:
Chandigarh:
@chdlife – Engaging Stories highlighting Aakash toppers
Ahmedabad:
@amdavadi_crowd – Youth page targeting aspirants in Gujarat
Each influencer:
- Shot personalized reels
- Posted tagged stories and shoutouts
- Used campaign-specific hashtags to boost reach organically
Lucknow:
@saurav_100rv – Local youth influencer with heartfelt reel
Jaipur:
@jaipur.info
Jaipur:
@jaipur_diariezzz
@jaipurbuzz
Jaipur community handles with a combined following of 500K+ – combined following
11 –Research-Led Approach
Adworth Media conducted city-specific research to discover:
- Trending local hashtags and engagement patterns
- Emerging and established creators with student-aligned audiences
- Audience credibility and relevance to Aakash’s messaging
In-Depth Regional Research
We began by conducting targeted research in each required city. Our team analyzed:
- Instagram’s local engagement trends
- Geo-tagged and hashtag-based discovery (e.g., #JaipurBuzz, #LucknowLife)
- Community interest pages and local influencer networks.
Audience demographics and credibility (real followers, local relevance)
- We started by exploring local Instagram trends, hashtags, and city-specific community pages.
- We checked each creator’s content style, engagement, and whether their audience aligned with Aakash’s student-first message.
- Then, we shortlisted a select few influencers and pages per city who stood out — people who weren’t just popular but relevant and credible.
This process helped us uncover both emerging creators and established community pages that had gained trust and a strong presence..
12 –Client Collaboration
The shortlisted influencers were reviewed with the Aakash team. Once approved:
- Influencers created personalized content
- Celebrated real student achievements
- Created localized stories that built genuine connections
The Result:
A campaign that felt rooted in local voices and student communities—authentic, engaging, and credible.
Outcomes & Impact:
- Boosted brand trust with organic influencer testimonials
- Increased Instagram engagement across multiple regions
- Successfully celebrated student success at the right cultural moment
“The campaign generated over 500K+ impressions and extensive shares across reels and stories, strengthening Aakash’s visibility in key regions.”
13 –What’s Next?
Following this success, Adworth Media plans to:
- Expand influencer outreach to YouTube and student platforms
- Introduce student-centric challenges and UGC campaigns
- Deepen collaborations with education-focused creators
14 –Consclusion
This campaign marked a powerful evolution in the Aakash-Adworth partnership. By combining deep regional insight with influencer marketing, Adworth Media delivered not just impressions—but meaningful engagement rooted in trust and achievement.