About us

AliveID Educom is the official and exclusive issuer of the International Student Identity Card (ISIC) in India — the world’s only globally recognized student ID, endorsed by UNESCO.

For over 70 years, the ISIC card has been helping students worldwide make their student life easier, more affordable, and more enjoyable. More than just discounts, ISIC gives students opportunities, intercultural connections, and tools to maximize their student years and prepare for their future careers.

The ISIC Association, established in 1953, is the non-profit organization behind the ISIC card. Today, the card is issued to students in 100 countries, and offers 1,50,000+ discounts and benefits across education, skill development, travel, lifestyle, food, culture, and more — making ISIC the must-have accessory for every modern student.

In India, ISIC is represented by AliveID Educom Private Limited, which also manages related cards including ITIC (International Teacher Identity Card), IYTC (International Youth Travel Card), Alive ID and support India students in many other ways. As part of the GTS Alive Group and a key member of the ISIC Association, ISIC India connects local students to a trusted global community, combining international recognition with strong partnerships across India’s academic and commercial landscape.

Empowering Indian students home & abroad

As part of the GTS Alive Group and the non-profit ISIC Association, ISIC India connects students to a trusted global community. This international background allows us to provide Indian students with worldwide services and opportunities to make the most of their student years.

🌍 150,000+ discounts and partners worldwide

🎓 6,000+ academic institutions

🌎 Presence in nearly 100 countries

👥 100M+ students served since 1953

📈 3M Gen Z cardholders today

ISIC India builds on this global foundation to support two key groups:

Students in India – access to global & local discounts across education, career readiness, travel, food, and culture, plus accidental insurance for greater peace of mind.
Indian students abroad – globally recognized student status in 100 countries, helping them save on travel and living expenses amongst others and get the most from their international experience.

Why ISIC India matters

Legitimacy & Trust: Officially recognized student ID endorsed by UNESCO since 1968
Student-first: Making students life easier, affordable and maximizing career opportunities and success in their early lives
For parents & schools: A safe, reliable partner in student development & competitive advantage among institutions
For brands & partners: Access to a trusted, engaged Gen Z student community in India and globally

Trusted by leading institutions

ISIC is internationally recognized and trusted, with endorsements and support from leading global institutions and partners — including UNESCO, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), national governments and ministries of education, leading universities and student organizations worldwide, as well as prominent global and local commercial brands.

UNESCO

Since its early beginnings, ISIC has been closely linked with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). In 1968, UNESCO officially endorsed ISIC as the only internationally accepted proof of full-time student status, recognizing its role in promoting cultural exchange and international understanding. This partnership was renewed in 1993 with a Memorandum of Understanding that allowed the UNESCO logo to appear on every ISIC card, leading to joint initiatives such as preferential access to World Heritage sites and campaigns encouraging intercultural understanding.

UNWTO

Supported by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the ISIC Association was accepted as an UNWTO Affiliate Member in August 2013. This recognition strengthens the official profile of the International Student Identity Card (ISIC) within the global travel and tourism industry, highlighting its role as the only internationally accepted student ID that provides young travelers with access to cultural exchange, educational opportunities and thousands of student travel benefits worldwide.