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India's Only Skill India Approved Abacus Institute

IDS
Abacus

Skills Education Academy – Empowering Young Minds Since 2012

Transforming children's learning through the ancient art of Japanese Soroban Abacus. Partnered with Youth Employability Skill Training / MSME, Government of India.

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2012
Est.
125+
Schools
90%
Success Rate
14+
Yrs Experience
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Skill India Approved
Only Abacus institute in India with MSME approval under Skill India Mission
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Championship Exams
State-level Super Championship, District & Math Talent Examinations
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Skill India Certified
Exclusive Skill India approved certification exam — only for IDS Abacus students
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Both Modes
In-person and online training. Expert teachers training centre included
Affiliation No: KL – 623 – YEST – 2024

Thiruvananthapuram · Kollam · Pathanamthitta · Chennai

125+
Partner Schools
14
Years of Excellence
90%
Learning Disabilities Addressed
4
Cities Covered
1st
Skill India Abacus Institute
Latest News

Posts &
Updates

Championship February 2025

State Level Super Championship 2024-25 Successfully Conducted!

The IDS Abacus State Level Super Championship Examination 2024-25 was grandly conducted at Vimala Central School, Karamcode. Thousands of students, parents and educators gathered to witness remarkable talent in mental arithmetic.

Admission Open 2025-26

Enrolments Open for Academic Year 2025-26

IDS Abacus is now enrolling students for the new academic year across all partner schools.

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NOTICE BOARD

Enrolment 2025-26

Admissions open for new academic year. Contact your school coordinator.

School 2025

Schools interested in joining IDS Abacus — Contact: +91 9048897506

About Us

Institute of
Different Studies

Institute of Different Studies (IDS) is a Skill India Approved Skills Education Academy, partnered with Youth Employability Skill Training / MSME, Government of India.

Since 2012, IDS Abacus has delivered expert Abacus training to children from LKG to 9th Standard across 125+ schools in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, and Chennai.

IDS Abacus offers both in-person and online training and serves as a premier Abacus Teachers Training Center, addressing 90% of children's learning disabilities through systematic practice.

🎓 MSME Approved

Partnered with Government of India's Youth Employability Skill Training programme

📚 LKG – 9th Std

Comprehensive programme covering all primary and middle school age groups

🌐 Online + Offline

Flexible learning modes — in-school classes and online training available

👩‍🏫 Teacher Training

Premier Abacus Teachers Training Centre developing skilled educators

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India's First & Only Skill India Approved Abacus Training Program

IDS Abacus proudly stands as the first and only Abacus institute in India to receive official approval from MSME under the Skill India Mission. Students earn nationally certified Abacus diplomas validating their cognitive and employability skills.

Our Mission

Our partnership with Youth Employability Skill Training and MSME strengthens our curriculum, expands our reach, and improves teacher training. Together, we continuously evaluate the programme to give students the skills they need to succeed in school and future jobs.

With the support of Skill India, we aim to lead in skills education and empower the next generation for success.

📞 Contact Us Now

+91 9048897506

+91 8281827634

ids.abacus@gmail.com

Our Programme

World-Class
Abacus Education

A comprehensive abacus curriculum designed to develop mental arithmetic, cognitive agility, and academic excellence in children.

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Abacus Training

Structured levels from beginner to advanced, covering addition, subtraction, multiplication and division using the Japanese Soroban technique.

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Mental Arithmetic

Students visualize the abacus in their mind and perform lightning-fast calculations without any physical tool — a hallmark of mastery.

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Teacher Training

IDS serves as a premier Abacus Teachers Training Centre, certifying qualified educators to deliver our programme in schools nationwide.

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Certified Exams

Students appear for nationally certified Abacus examinations and earn diploma certificates recognized under the Skill India Mission.

JAPANESE
SOROBAN
ABACUS

そろばん

Refined from the Chinese suanpan during the Edo period, the Japanese Soroban — with one bead above and four below the bar — perfectly aligns with the base-10 system used in modern mathematics.

Why Soroban Abacus?

The abacus is one of the oldest calculation tools, dating over 2,000 years from ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia, Egypt, China and Greece.

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Speed & Accuracy

Students perform fast, accurate calculations — often visualized entirely in their minds through constant, progressive practice.

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Modern Math Complement

Its base-10 design complements modern math teaching, making it ideal for all four fundamental operations.

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Globally Recognized

Globally embraced in education, the Soroban cultivates numerical confidence and discipline that helps learners excel with clarity and ease.

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Cognitive Agility

Sharpens concentration, memory, and cognitive agility — skills that transfer directly to improved academic performance across all subjects.

Programme Benefits

Abacus Programme
Enhances

Our systematic approach develops a complete range of cognitive and academic skills in every student.

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Listening Skills

Constant practice of calculating sums dictated by the course instructor sharpens speed, accuracy, and listening skills in students.

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Comprehension

Using abacus and flash cards leads to better understanding and improved grasping power across all subjects.

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Concentration

The exclusiveness of abacus teaching methodology helps students develop deep concentration and mental focus.

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Presentation

The ancient art of mental maths is about arrangement and appearance. Constant practice improves presentation skills.

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Self Reliance

Students become free from calculators and gadgets at a tender age — developing independence and self-reliance.

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Imagination

At a specific stage the abacus is withdrawn and students work with an imaginary abacus — sharpening visualization skills.

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Photographic Memory

Thinking in pictures helps students perform better not just in mathematics but across all academic subjects.

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Speed & Accuracy

The programme is all about speed and accuracy — improvements extend beyond arithmetic to all areas of learning.

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Creativity

Right brain development through abacus leads to better creativity and innovative thinking in students.

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Self-Confidence

Students with enhanced skills feel better and more confident about themselves in all walks of life.

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Academic Growth

Our systematic approach enhances concentration, memory, and problem-solving skills, supporting overall academic performance.

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Learning Disabilities

Addressing 90% of children's learning disabilities through structured, progressive practice and expert guidance.

Partner Schools

125+ Schools
Trust IDS Abacus

From prestigious private schools to Government LP/UP schools, IDS Abacus has partnered with educational institutions across Kerala and Chennai — bringing quality abacus education to every child.

Many schools have adopted Abacus as a regular subject after witnessing significant improvements in student performance. Special programmes like the State-level Super Championship Exam, District-level Championship Exam, and Math Talent Exam inspire excellence.

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Regions Covered

Thiruvananthapuram125+ Schools
Kollam40+ Schools
Pathanamthitta15+ Schools
Chennai5+ Schools
Expanding to more regions in 2026

Our Partner Schools

Click on a location to view all partner schools

Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram

125+ Partner Schools ▼
Kollam

Kollam

40+ Partner Schools ▼
Pathanamthitta

Pathanamthitta

15+ Partner Schools ▼
Chennai

Chennai

5+ Partner Schools ▼
Competitions & Examinations

Championship
Exam Pathway

IDS Abacus conducts a structured, four-level competitive examination pathway for students — from school level all the way to the National Super Championship.

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School Level
Math Talent Exam

Written by every IDS Abacus student. Conducted at school level to identify talented students.

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District Level
Championship Exam

Top performers from school level compete at the district level. A prestigious platform for young achievers.

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State Level Super
Championship Exam

Exclusively for students who scored full marks at district level. Held at a prestigious venue with thousands of participants.

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National Level Super
Championship Exam

The pinnacle — top state-level performers compete at the national stage, representing IDS Abacus across India.

State Level Super Championship 2024-25

The IDS Abacus State Level Super Championship Examination 2024-25 was grandly conducted at Vimala Central School, Karamcode — one of the most awaited events in the academic calendar, bringing together the brightest young minds across Kerala.

🎯 Only full mark scorers from District Level exams eligible
🏟️ Venue: Vimala Central School, Karamcode (2024-25)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Thousands of students, parents & educators attended
🎖️ Cash awards, medals, and certificates presented

STATE LEVEL
SUPER
CHAMPIONSHIP

From school talent to national glory — every IDS Abacus student has the opportunity to shine on the biggest stage.

EXAM PATHWAY

School Level → District Level → State Level → National Level

Exclusive to IDS Abacus Students Only

Skill India & NSDC
Approved Diploma
Examinations

A completely separate and exclusive examination system — only for IDS Abacus students. Students are awarded Skill India and NSDC approved diploma certificates linked with their Aadhaar card, making it a lifelong nationally recognized credential.

What Makes This Different?

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Exclusive to IDS Abacus Students Only

This is NOT a public exam. Only students enrolled in IDS Abacus through our partner schools can appear — making it a unique privilege that no other abacus institute can offer.

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Aadhaar-Linked Diploma Certificate

The diploma is officially linked with the student's Aadhaar card through the Skill India / NSDC framework — a permanent, verifiable, government-backed credential that stays with the student for life.

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Class-Based Curriculum Examination

The exam follows IDS Abacus's class-based curriculum. Each student appears for the exam level corresponding to their current class, ensuring age-appropriate and relevant assessment.

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Separate Fee Exam — End of Academic Year

Conducted separately at the end of each academic year with a separate fee. Complete guidance, schedules, and all instructions are provided directly to partner schools well in advance.

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Every Year — New Exam, New Diploma

Students can appear every academic year and earn a fresh diploma for their current class level, building a growing record of nationally recognized achievements.

How It Works

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Student Enrols with IDS Abacus

Only enrolled IDS Abacus students through partner schools are eligible. Enrolment is the gateway to this exclusive exam.

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School Receives Complete Guidance

IDS Abacus directly provides the school with all exam details, fee structure, schedule, and step-by-step instructions.

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Separate Fee Exam at Year End

Student appears for the diploma exam at end of academic year — separate from the championship exams, with a separate fee.

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Aadhaar-Linked Diploma Awarded

Successful students receive their official Skill India & NSDC approved diploma certificate — permanently linked to their Aadhaar card.

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Appear Again Next Year

Every academic year, the student can appear again for their current class level diploma — building a growing portfolio of government-recognized credentials.

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India's Unique Distinction

The Only Abacus Programme in India Where Students Earn Aadhaar-Linked Skill India & NSDC Approved Diploma Certificates

Affiliation No: KL – 623 – YEST – 2024  |  MSME, Government of India

Our Identity

Leadership & Logo

IDS ABACUS

Skills Education Academy

Director Board

Soniya Nair V.

Soniya Nair V.

Managing Director

Adithya Krishnan S.

Adithya Krishnan S.

Director

"Together, we create an environment of growth, learning, and inspiration. Our mission is to empower every child with the cognitive tools they need to excel — not just in mathematics, but in every aspect of life."

— IDS Abacus Leadership Team

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Direct contact: +91 9048897506

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Curriculum Integration

Seamlessly integrate abacus as a school subject with full support from our curriculum team

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Trained Teachers

We provide trained abacus teachers or train your existing staff at no extra cost

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Certified Results

Students receive nationally recognized Skill India diploma certificates

Reach Us

📞 +91 9048897506 📞 +91 8281827634 ✉️ ids.abacus@gmail.com 🌐 www.idsabacus.in 🌐 www.idsabacus.com

Locations

🏢 Head Office

Sreelakam Building,
Kottukunnam Line, Alanthara,
Venjaramoodu,
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

📍 Thiruvananthapuram

📍 Kollam

📍 Pathanamthitta

📍 Chennai

Affiliation No: KL – 623 – YEST – 2024

A Government of India Enterprise

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