About Sidhuraa

Honest guidance for studying in the UK & Dubai.

Sidhuraa is a study-abroad advisory for students heading to the UK and Dubai — built to give families honest guidance, not hype. Sometimes that means telling you you're ready. Sometimes it means telling you "not yet."

18+Years guiding students
5,000+Students & families
British CouncilCertified advisors
UK · DubaiWhere we focus
The name

What "Sidhuraa" means

The name comes from two Sanskrit roots. Together, Sidhuraa stands for the essence of success — guiding students toward their goals with clarity, confidence and purpose.

Siddha — achievement & mastery
Ura — the heart, the essence
Why we exist

Why we started Sidhuraa.

Most students and parents we meet are overwhelmed — which country, which course, which university, how to fund it, and, above all, who to trust. Too many are rushed into applications and sold guarantees no honest advisor can keep.

We started Sidhuraa to do the opposite: slow down, tell the truth, and build a plan that fits the student in front of us — even when the honest answer is to wait, save, or rethink. That candour isn't a marketing line; it's our business model. We'd rather earn a family's trust for the long run than close a quick sale.

What we believe

Four things we won't compromise on.

Honest guidance

We say what's true, not what sells — including "not yet" when that's the right call.

Student-centric

Every plan starts from your goals, your marks and your budget — never our targets.

Transparency

Clear timelines and costs at every stage — from application to visa. No surprises.

Long-term success

We plan for your career abroad, not just an admission letter. Local advice, global career.

What we help with

End-to-end, from first question to first day.

Career counselling

Eligibility exam prep

University shortlisting

Application, SOP & LOR

Interview preparation

Visa guidance

Scholarship guidance

Education loan assistance

Pre-departure support

Not sure where you stand yet? Start with a free Global Readiness Score — an honest 8-minute check, no sales call.

The people

Guided by two decades of experience.

Mugdha YardiMY

Mugdha Yardi

Founder & Director

Leads Sidhuraa with 15+ years in international education. A British Council–certified consultant and IELTS trainer, she guides students on university selection, English proficiency and visas.

British Council CertifiedIELTS & Counselling
Mayur YardiMY

Mayur Yardi

Business Head

18+ years and 5,000+ consultations guiding students and parents through the full journey. Certified by Psytech International (UK) and a member of the British Psychological Society; specialises in career assessment and strategy.

Psytech International, UKBritish Psychological SocietyAuthor, “Boxes with Wings”

Behind them, dedicated teams carry every student end-to-end

Counselling Admissions Visa Support Education Loans Operations & Student Support
A guide for familiesBoxes
with Wings
by Mayur Yardi
From our founder's desk

Boxes with Wings

by Mayur Yardi

Through a real-life-inspired student story, the book cuts through the myths, decisions and milestones of going global — blending practical guidance with emotional clarity so families can choose with confidence. More than a book: a companion for every student preparing to take flight.

Order the book
Our mission

Honest guidance that leads somewhere.

To give every student the honest guidance, resources and mentorship they need to build a real future abroad — not just an offer letter.

Our vision

The advisory families trust.

To be the study-abroad partner families in Pune and across Maharashtra trust — the one that tells the truth and builds careers, not just admissions.

In their words

What families say.

“

They told us our son wasn't ready to apply yet — and saved us a wasted year and a lot of money. That honesty is exactly why we trusted them with everything after.

— Parent of a UK student, Pune
“

No false promises, no rush. Just a clear plan around my course and my budget. I'm now studying in the UK with a scholarship they helped me find.

— BCom graduate, UK 2024
“

As a first-time parent to all of this, I finally understood every step — costs, visa, timeline. Everything was transparent from day one.

— Parent, Kothrud

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Free, honest study-abroad updates, Q&As and guidance for the UK & Dubai — straight to your WhatsApp.

FAQ

Questions families ask.

Which countries do you help with?
We focus on the UK and Dubai — the two destinations we know deeply. That focus keeps our guidance specific, current and honest, rather than spreading thin across every country.
Do you work with non-STEM students (BCom, BBA, BA, BSc)?
Yes — a large part of our work is helping commerce, arts and science students find strong courses and universities abroad, with realistic options for their profile.
What if I'm not ready to go abroad yet?
Then we'll tell you honestly — and map out what to prepare first, whether that's marks, English, finances or timeline, instead of rushing you into applications.
Do you guide parents as well as students?
Absolutely. Most study-abroad decisions are made as a family, so our counselling includes both students and parents at every step.
Is guidance available online or in person?
Both. You can meet us at our Kothrud office in Pune, or get the same guidance online — whichever suits you.
What is the Global Readiness Score?
A free, roughly 8-minute honest check across your why, academics, English, timeline and finances — with no sales call. It shows exactly where you stand before you spend a rupee.