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At a Steady CAGR of Around 9%, South Korea Education Technology (EdTech) Market to Reach USD10.4 Billion by 2030

The South Korea Education Technology (EdTech) Market size was valued at around USD 6.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 10.4 billion by 2030. Along with this, the market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of around 9% during the forecast period (2025-30), cites MarkNtel Advisors in the recent research report. The market is driven primarily by strong governmental support. They have invested heavily in digital education initiatives, including smart classrooms, digital learning platforms, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies. This paves the way for the implementation of Educational Technology solutions in schools, universities, and corporate training initiatives. The market growth is also boosted by the country's robust technological infrastructure, including high-speed internet access and advanced devices, further enhancing the implementation of digital tools in education.

Incorporating AI and machine learning into educational tools shows significant potential for tailored learning, flexible assessments, and data-based insights. Additionally, as educational institutions increasingly embrace e-learning platforms, the need for high-quality digital content and resources increases, creating opportunities for content suppliers. The corporate sector is becoming a growing opportunity as companies seek innovative approaches for employee training and skill development.

Trends that shape the market include gamified learning, which makes education more engaging and interactive for students. Another trend is AI-powered personalization, where technologies adjust learning experiences to meet individual needs. Furthermore, the increased use of mobile devices is fueling the growth of mobile learning apps, offering flexible and accessible education options. These trends, along with evolving educational needs, continue to drive the market demand, further states the research report, “South Korea Education Technology (EdTech) Market Analysis, 2025.”

Segmentation Analysis

Hardware Segment Holds the Largest Market Share

Based on component, the market is further bifurcated into Hardware, Software, and Services. Of all the categories of components, Hardware is the biggest segment in the market, with 41.5% of the total market, mainly because of the country's strong emphasis on technological innovation and education. South Korea is known for its high-tech infrastructure and integrates advanced devices such as interactive whiteboards, smart projectors, tablets, and more learning tools in the classroom. Such devices facilitate interactive learning, digital collaboration, and personalized education, hence improving general educational experiences.

Moreover, government initiatives and educational reforms that aim to promote digital learning environments also support the demand for Educational Technology hardware. As schools and universities increasingly adopt online and hybrid learning models, the growth of the hardware segment remains strong. South Korea boasts a competitive advantage in electronics manufacturing that ensures a robust supply of high-quality educational hardware to maintain its dominance in the market.

On-Premise is the Most Preferred Deployment Mode

The On-Premise segment holds the largest share of the South Korea Education Technology (EdTech) Market. It grabs around 70% of the total market value. This is because on-premise offers educational institutions higher control and security with customization options than the cloud. Schools, colleges, and training centers here prefer on-premise configuration due to the strictest data protection laws and the institution's desire to have control over their learning platform wholly. Also, in many of these institutions, the existing infrastructure makes such a solution more viable and practical than a cloud setup. It remains dominant because it is reliable, especially for big institutions that need secure tailored educational technology solutions.

Competitive Landscape

With strategic initiatives such as mergers, collaborations, and acquisitions, the leading market companies, including Ringle, Mathpresso, TagHive, Luxrobo, Classting, Knowre, Riiid, Classo, Coding&Play Inc., ST Unitas, Glorang, JarvisEN, i-Scream Edu, SmartStudy, Etoos Education, Megastudy and others are looking forward to strengthening their market positions.

Key Questions Answered in the Research Report  

1. What are the industry’s overall statistics or estimates (Overview, Size- By Value, Forecast Numbers, Segmentation, Shares)?
2. What are the trends influencing the current scenario of the market?
3. What key factors would propel and impede the industry across the globe?
4. How has the industry been evolving in terms of geography & product adoption?
5. How has the competition been shaping up across various regions?
6. How have buying behavior, customer inclination, and expectations from product manufacturers been evolving during 2020-30?
7. Who are the key competitors, and what strategic partnerships or ventures are they coming up with to stay afloat during the projected time frame?