Karthik Kotturu
About Karthik Kotturu
Karthik Kotturu is a professional currently working in the Founder's Office at Kalam, having transitioned from a civil service career to the edtech sector. He has a background in Electrical Engineering from IIT Roorkee and has held various roles, including curriculum development and advocacy for AI in education.
Current Role at SuperKalam
Karthik Kotturu currently works in the Founder's Office at SuperKalam, a startup that focuses on education technology. He joined the company in 2023 and is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In this role, he contributes to strategic initiatives aimed at transforming the educational landscape for UPSC aspirants. His involvement includes advocating for the integration of artificial intelligence in preparation strategies and leading efforts to enhance educational resources.
Professional Experience
Karthik has a diverse professional background. He worked as an Officer Trainee in the Indian Railway Personnel Service from 2018 to 2020, where he gained experience in a bureaucratic setting in Vadodara, Gujarat. Prior to this, he served as a Summer Intern at Qualcomm in 2014 for two months in Bengaluru. After his tenure at Indian Railways, he transitioned to the edtech sector, working as a Curriculum Maker at Embibe from 2021 to 2023, where he focused on developing educational content.
Educational Background
Karthik Kotturu graduated with a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. He also attended Delhi Public School for his Senior Secondary education and DAV Public School for his Matriculation. His academic achievements include securing a position in the top 1% in the GMAT and achieving an All India Rank of 529 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2017.
Achievements in Competitive Exams
Karthik has demonstrated significant proficiency in competitive examinations. He achieved an All India Rank of 5 in the UPSC Indian Engineering Services (IES) exam and scored over 160 in the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT). Additionally, he successfully cracked various prestigious exams, including IITJEE, GATE, and GMAT, showcasing his strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Before joining SuperKalam, Karthik Kotturu worked as an entrepreneur, where he applied his skills and knowledge to develop initiatives aimed at supporting UPSC aspirants. His experience in entrepreneurship complements his educational background and professional roles, allowing him to bring innovative ideas to the education sector.