Vision
To be a centre of educational excellence that nurtures holistic growth, fostering an environment where every student can discover and develop their unique potential.
About The Academic City
India's first career-oriented boarding school - where academic rigour, Indic values and real-world career preparation come together on one residential campus in Bengaluru.
- Bengaluru
- Nelamangala
- Indore
- Mohankheda
Who We Are
A hub of transformative learning
The Academic City School (TACS) is India's first career-oriented boarding school - a CBSE residential institution in Nelamangala, Bengaluru for students from Grades 5 to 12.
We were founded on a simple but radical belief: that 15 years of traditional education is not enough to prepare a child for the world they are entering. At TACS, we blend academic rigour with career exploration, Indic values with global perspective, and boarding-school structure with genuine warmth.
The result is a student who doesn't just pass exams - but leaves school knowing who they are, what they want, and how to get there.
Mission
To empower students with future-ready skills and character, preparing them to thrive in a rapidly evolving world while maintaining strong ethical values.
Core Values
What we stand for
Every decision at TACS - academic, pastoral, residential - traces back to these four foundations.
Career First
Every child should leave school knowing their direction. Career clarity isn't an afterthought - it's the entire architecture of our programme, from Grade 6.
Indic Roots
Grounded in Indian ethos - respect, humility, mindfulness, community. Values lived every day in the boarding routine, not just talked about in assemblies.
Holistic Growth
Sport, arts, SUPW, co-curriculars and LEAP - because the person a child becomes outside the classroom shapes everything that happens inside it.
Safe & Structured
A residential campus where every hour is purposeful, every child is supervised, and safety - physical and emotional - is never secondary to academics.
Bengaluru's only career-oriented residential school for Grades 5–12
More than a boarding school - a structured environment built around every student's future.
Leadership
A message from our Visionaries
Sripal Jain
Founder & Chairman
Founder's Message
In today's fast-paced world, traditional pedagogy falls short. Addressing the 'need of the hour,' we blend career orientation with enriching schooling - helping students explore beyond conventional boundaries. Each child holds a unique potential; our mission is to identify and nurture this intrinsic essence, providing a foundation for lifelong growth.
At TACS, we delve beyond the superficial, ensuring a smooth transition from school to the global stage. Join us in this exciting journey towards a well-rounded, future-ready education.
Mahipal Kawad
Director
Director's Message
We blend academic excellence with enriching experiences that ignite student passion and guide them towards career success. Our boarding environment nurtures diversity, exploration and growth beyond textbooks - encouraging self-discovery, camaraderie and creativity.
We preserve the essence of schooling while aligning it with career-oriented goals. Join us on this inspiring educational journey.
What Makes Us Different
Things no other school in Bengaluru offers together
Career Guidance from Grade 6
Develop career clarity early through expert guidance, assessments, workshops and industry exposure.
Exam Preparation On Campus
Prepare for NEET, JEE, NIFT, CLAT and NID with expert guidance on campus.
Indic Value-Based Boarding
Yoga, meditation and community living nurture discipline, strong values and a sense of belonging.
Six Nutritious Meals Daily
Six fresh, nutritionist-planned vegetarian meals are served daily, with Jain options available.
Come see for yourself
Visit the TACS campus
Walk the dormitories, meet the team, watch a day in action. Campus open Mon–Sat, 9 AM to 3:30 PM.