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• Entrepreneurship in schools can create 2,800 startups and 2.8 lakh jobs in India.
• 78% of students view entrepreneurship as a career but lack formal education.
• The Finesse Framework builds skills through hands on learning and real world support.

Primus Partners highlights that adding entrepreneurship to school and college curriculums could unlock thousands of startups and create hundreds of thousands of jobs across India. Their study shows that teaching entrepreneurship as a core subject can help nurture student led startups and support the country’s $5 trillion economy goal.

The report, based on feedback from over 1,500 students, teachers, principals, and micro-entrepreneurs, reveals that while 78% of students see entrepreneurship as a strong career option, many lack formal education in it. More than 530 students want entrepreneurship taught alongside subjects like math and science. Educators say the ideal age to start is between 14 and 16 years.

To address this, Primus Partners introduced the Finesse Framework, which guides students from initial awareness to launching startups. It includes mentorship, financial literacy, hands on projects, and incubation support. Successful initiatives like Rajasthan’s iStart Business Innovation Programme show how classrooms can become centers of innovation.

Charu Malhotra, Co-Founder and MD of Primus Partners, said, “Giving young people entrepreneurial skills is vital for India’s future. The Finesse Framework builds confidence and practical skills, helping students create their own paths”. Amit Purohit, Vice President at Primus Partners, added that with millions entering the workforce annually, traditional jobs won’t be enough. “This framework helps turn India’s demographic advantage into new jobs and innovation”.

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The report urges making entrepreneurship education a core part of the curriculum, with strong policy support and teacher training. It also emphasizes focusing on Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, where startup ecosystems are growing fast.