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Create starting groups for research or collaborative projects.
Classroom tool
Group Maker
Paste a class list and make evenly sized random groups in seconds.
Your groups will appear here.
Add at least two names, then choose how to divide them.
Free random group generator
Build evenly sized classroom groups without a spreadsheet
This random group generator shuffles a class list locally and distributes names as evenly as possible. Choose the number of groups, students per group, or pairs, add a round label, reshuffle, and copy the formatted result into lesson notes.
Classroom ideas
When to use: random group generator
Station rotations
Divide the class by the number of available stations.
Quick group work
Generate new combinations for discussion or practice.
How it works
From setup to result in three steps
No account or installation. Open the tool, choose the classroom settings, and keep control in this browser.
- 1
Add names
Paste one name per line or separate entries with commas.
- 2
Choose a constraint
Set the group count, preferred group size, or pairs.
- 3
Generate and copy
Make groups, reshuffle, and copy the result.
Teacher tips
Use the tool as a clear classroom signal while keeping the learning task at the center.
- Review results for learning or accessibility needs.
- Use a round label to distinguish classes or activities.
- Use intentional grouping when the lesson requires it.
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
Are the groups evenly sized?
Yes. Group sizes differ by at most one when possible.
Can I choose students per group?
Yes. Switch between group count, group size, and pairs.
How many names can I use?
The group maker accepts up to 200 names.
Are names uploaded?
No. Shuffling and group creation happen in the browser.
Can I reshuffle the same list?
Yes. Generate again to create a new random arrangement.