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Our Legacy

Shivalal Agarwala & Company is a prominent educational publisher with a strong presence in northern India, specialising in books for school and college students. Founded in 1940 by Shri Radhey Mohan Agarwal, a dedicated freedom fighter, the company began by publishing high-quality, authentic History books. Over the years, we have had the privilege of publishing works by eminent personalities, including Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Dr. Pattabhi Sitaramayya, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, Shri Jadunath Sarkar, G. S. Sirdosi, and A. L. Srivastava.

With the advent of diverse educational boards and the growing demand for school education, we expanded our catalogue to include titles for primary, secondary, and undergraduate levels. Today, we publish over 500 titles that cover the syllabi of various boards and universities across multiple subjects. As prominent players in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, we remain committed to quality, affordability, and accuracy—continually refining our content to ensure excellence.

80+

Years of Experience

500+

Books in Multiple Subjects

100+

Distributors Across India

Our Mission

We provide high-quality, curriculum-aligned materials that are accessible and support students’ learning journeys, assist teachers with quality content, and serve different state boards. Our commitment is to ensure every student, including those in rural and grameen areas, achieves their aspirations and builds a brighter future.

Our Vision

To be India’s most trusted educational publisher while leading the shift towards innovative and digital learning solutions. We aim to bridge academic gaps, raise the quality of learning resources, and ensure that students excel—preparing them not just for exams, but for lifelong success.
 

Our History

Shri Radhey Mohan Agarwala founded Shivalal Agarwala & Co. in 1940
Focusing on Educational & Historical publications

  1. 1940’s - Acclaimed Publications

    · Neta Ji – His Life & Work
    · Maulana Azad by Mahadeo Desai

    Our Founder, Shri Radhey Mohan Agarwala (with Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru)

    1940’s - Acclaimed Publications
  2. 1950’s - Growth in Administrative and Historical Studies

    · “My Search For Truth” by Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
    · History and Administration of the North-Western Province (later Agra Province), “1803–1858”, by D. B. Srivastava

  3. 1960’s - Emphasis on Indian and Mughal History

    · “Adbhut Bharat” by A. L. Basham
    · “Last Glimpse of Bapu” by Manuben Gandhi
    · “Legacy of Gandhiji” by Dr. Rajendra Prasad

    Our company’s partner with Dr. Rajendra Prasad, receiving appreciation for our publication

    1960’s - Emphasis on Indian and Mughal History
  4. 1970’s - Entered into Medieval and Geographical Studies

    · “The Mughal Empire” (1526 – 1803 AD) by A. L. Srivastava
    · “Medieval Indian Culture” by A. L. Srivastava

    1970’s - Entered into Medieval and Geographical Studies
  5. 1980’s - Expansion into Academic Publications for UP, MP & Rajasthan

    Trusted by educators, our textbooks served as the go-to reference for teachers, providing a reliable aid in imparting concepts with clarity and precision

  6. 1990’s - Vivek Digdarshika (U.P.) & Shivalal Digdarshika (M.P.)

    Became indispensable study companions for students, earning widespread acclaim for their structured Q&A format and concise content.

    1990’s - Vivek Digdarshika (U.P.) & Shivalal Digdarshika (M.P.)
  7. 2000’s - Unveiled Pariksha Adhyayan

    A comprehensive series of Question Banks designed to make exam preparation effortless.

    2000’s - Unveiled Pariksha Adhyayan
  8. 2010’s - Established Shivalal Notebook

    Made its mark as our first step into stationery, blending durability with a promise of premium quality.

    2010’s - Established Shivalal Notebook
  9. 2020’s - Expansion into E-Learning with TenSquare App

    A digital education platform focused on making students 100% exam-ready, offering interactive study materials, online assessments, and digital learning resources.

    2020’s - Expansion into E-Learning with TenSquare App