“If you have walked the path yourself, you know how to guide others.” These words sum up the journey of Lambodar Rout, the founder of EDUNOM.
From facing his own struggles with finding career direction, he built his brand to help students make smart, informed choices about their futures. Today, his brand is a trusted guide for thousands of students across India and beyond, supporting them as they make some of the biggest decisions in their lives.
Lambodar’s journey started with a personal struggle. Growing up in Odisha, he moved to Delhi to pursue his dreams, but he found himself lost in the maze of career options with no clear guidance. “I had the drive, but I lacked the direction,” he says.
Realizing he wasn’t alone in facing these challenges, he felt a strong desire to create something that would help students like him find their path. This vision eventually became EDUNOM, a platform dedicated to honest, transparent career counseling for students.
A Mission to Serve Students – EDUNOM
In 2007, he launched his brand with a mission to help students make well-informed decisions about their careers. “It’s not just about placing students in programs,” he explains. “It’s about empowering them to succeed.”
Over the years, his brand has guided over 3,000 students, helping them pursue careers in fields like medicine, engineering, and even new, emerging industries. Through genuine care and a commitment to honesty, the brand has become a name students and families trust.
Challenges along the Way:
Starting EDUNOM was not easy. Many people in Odisha were skeptical of a business focused on career counseling, as this was an unfamiliar concept in the community. But he stayed true to his mission. “There was resistance, but I knew the value of what we were doing,” he says.
Through dedication, he built his brand’s reputation as a reliable place where students could receive genuine guidance and support.
What began as a small venture in India has now grown internationally.
The brand now guides students looking to study in over 20 countries, including Germany, Italy, and Kazakhstan.
“Every student has unique dreams, and our role is to help make that dream a reality,” says Lambodar.
The growth of his brand reflects his dedication to helping students reach their goals, no matter where they come from or where they want to go.
Under his leadership, the brand has been recognized for its commitment to education. Some of its honors include:
- Most Trusted Study Abroad Consultancy: Awarded for EDUNOM’s dedication to reliable, transparent guidance for students going overseas.
- Leading Brand in Education: Celebrating EDUNOM’s influence as a top educational consultancy in India.
- Excellence in Career Counseling: Recognizing Lambodar’s dedication to guiding students personally and thoughtfully.
Transparency is at the heart of EDUNOM’s approach. Lambodar uses platforms like YouTube (channel) to share information directly with students and parents, making sure they get clear and honest guidance.
“Our students and their families deserve to know the full picture,” he explains.
For him, the real reward is seeing students achieve their dreams. Many EDUNOM students have returned to India after studying abroad to become successful professionals, especially in fields like medicine.
“Each student’s success feels like a personal victory,” he says. It’s these success stories that remind him why he started his brand in the first place.
Advice to Future Entrepreneurs:
Reflecting on his journey, Lambodar offers this advice: “Success isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon. Patience, integrity, and a commitment to your mission are essential.”
He believes that trust and dedication are the foundations of success, and he encourages young entrepreneurs to stay true to their values.
As EDUNOM continues to grow, Lambodar’s mission remains unchanged: to be a guiding light for students everywhere, providing them with the knowledge and support they need to navigate their futures confidently. His journey from a young student with dreams to a founder helping others is a powerful story of resilience, vision, and dedication.
What set his brand apart are not just the services it offers but the sincerity behind them. Lambodar’s story is proof that sometimes, the most challenging paths lead to the most meaningful destinations.
Through his brand, he has created a legacy that will continue to inspire students to reach their dreams with courage and clarity. And for thousands of students, that guidance has made all the difference.