Hivebrite alternatives for Indian schools and colleges
By CA Shrenuj Jalan, Founder, Connect My Alumni · Updated on
What is Hivebrite?
Hivebrite is a community management platform that organisations use to run branded online communities, including alumni networks. It is generally known for flexibility and white-label customisation, with modules for directories, events, content, groups and more. Pricing is quote-based; check Hivebrite’s own website and sales team for current plans and features, as these change over time.
Why do Indian institutions look for Hivebrite alternatives?
In our conversations with institutions, the reasons are usually practical rather than about product quality. A general-purpose community platform can need more configuration to fit Indian alumni workflows such as batch-and-section structures, UPI donations and admission referrals. Some teams need INR billing to get budget approval quickly. Others want a free tier to prove value with one batch before committing, or a platform a small alumni office can set up without an implementation project.
If those factors do not apply to you, Hivebrite may well be a good fit. The right choice depends on your goals, team size and budget.
Which Hivebrite alternatives should we consider?
Each option below is worth a demo depending on your priorities. Descriptions are based on each vendor’s public positioning; verify details with the vendor.
| Alternative | Why teams shortlist it | Pricing model |
|---|---|---|
| Connect My Alumni | Built for Indian institutions: INR billing, UPI/Razorpay donations, multi-mode verification, branded microsite, mentorship, jobs, chapters and elections | Free up to 100 alumni; paid from ₹11,995/month (billed annually) |
| Almabase | Mature alumni engagement and fundraising platform | Quote-based; check their site |
| Graduway (Gravyty) | Mentorship and career networking focus | Quote-based; check their site |
| Vaave | Established Indian alumni platform with vendor-led rollout | Quote-based; check their site |
Related: Almabase alternatives · Graduway alternatives · Vaave alternatives
What does Connect My Alumni offer as a Hivebrite alternative?
Connect My Alumni is alumni management software built for schools, colleges and universities in India. It includes the modules below on one branded portal, with self-service setup.
- Alumni directory and profiles with per-field privacy controls
- Multi-mode verification with a shared review queue
- Events with RSVP, ticketing, waitlists and QR check-in
- Donation campaigns with UPI and Razorpay
- Mentorship matching, job board and career requests
- Chapters, community feed, forums, groups and peer messaging
- Committee elections, volunteer management, polls and surveys
- Branded microsite (custom domain on Enterprise), analytics and engagement scoring
Related: Pricing in INR
How should we evaluate alternatives?
Shortlist two or three platforms and run the same test on each: import a sample of your real alumni data, set up a branded portal, create an event with RSVPs, run a test donation and send a test email. Ask each vendor for written pricing at your alumni count, including any setup, payment gateway and renewal charges. Check how verification works, how alumni control their privacy, and how easily you can export your data if you leave.
| Question to ask | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| What is the total annual cost at our alumni count? | Quote-based pricing can vary widely by contract |
| Is billing available in INR? | Simplifies budget approval for Indian institutions |
| Which payment gateways are supported for donations? | Alumni in India expect UPI |
| How does verification work? | Keeps the directory trustworthy |
| How do we export all our data? | Avoids lock-in |
| What support is included? | Small teams need help during launch |
How hard is it to switch platforms?
Switching is mostly a data exercise. Export alumni records from your current platform as CSV, map the columns to the new platform’s fields, de-duplicate and import. Export events history and donation records separately for your archive. Then send alumni a re-invitation explaining the change and asking them to confirm their details, which doubles as a DPDP-friendly consent refresh. Keep the old platform read-only until the new one is verified, and redirect old portal links.
Official sources: Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (MeitY)
Related: Consent and the DPDP Act
Where do we start?
Start a free pilot on Connect My Alumni with one batch, or book a demo to see the platform with a member of the team. Pricing: free Starter plan for up to 100 alumni, with paid plans from ₹11,995/month (billed annually) and a 14-day free trial.
Related: Request a demo
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Hivebrite alternative for Indian institutions?
It depends on your goals. Connect My Alumni is built for Indian schools and colleges with INR pricing, UPI donations and verification; Almabase, Graduway (Gravyty) and Vaave are also commonly shortlisted. Test each with your own data.
How much does Hivebrite cost?
Hivebrite’s pricing is quote-based. Check their website or ask their sales team for a quote at your community size.
Can we migrate from Hivebrite to Connect My Alumni?
Yes. Export your member data as CSV, map the columns in Connect My Alumni’s import, de-duplicate and invite alumni to confirm their details.
Does Connect My Alumni have a free plan?
Yes, the Starter plan is free for up to 100 alumni. Paid plans start at ₹11,995/month (billed annually).
When was this page last reviewed?
October 2026. Vendor features and prices change, so confirm details with each vendor.
Put this into practice
Start on the free plan, or book a walkthrough with your own alumni data.