India Higher Education Market Size 2025: Share, Growth Trends, Analysis & Industry Report 2033

According to the latest report by IMARC Group, titled "India Higher Education Market Report by Type (Deemed-to-be Universities, Central Universities, State and Private Universities, Autonomous Colleges, Institutes of National Importance, Others), Affiliation (University/University Level Institutions, Colleges/Institutions - Affiliated/Recognized with University, Standalone Institutions - not Affiliated/Recognized with University, Others), Courses Offered (Graduate, Post-Graduate, Diploma, Certification, PhD programs, Others), Mode of Education (Regular, Part-Time, Distance Learning, Others), Gender (Male, Female), and Region 2025-2033," the report presents a thorough review featuring the India Higher Education Market growth, share, trends, and research of the industry.

Market Size & Future Growth Potential:

The India higher education market size was valued at INR 5.75 Trillion in 2024 and expects the market to reach INR 11.60 Trillion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate of 8.10% during 2025-2033.

Latest Market Trends:

The India higher education market is experiencing remarkable transformation driven by rapid digital infrastructure expansion and widespread adoption of online and hybrid learning models. The rise in internet penetration has enabled institutions across the country to embrace technology-driven education delivery. In February 2025, Jaro Education strengthened its national footprint by sponsoring the Mumbai Golf League 2024 and launching advertising campaigns featuring prominent personalities Saina Nehwal and Naveen Kasturia. The company demonstrated strong financial performance in FY24, successfully transforming approximately 29,000 careers while maintaining high course completion rates.

Government initiatives are playing a pivotal role in democratizing access to quality education. The Digital India program and National Digital Education Architecture are significantly improving educational reach in remote and underserved areas. The shift toward digital platforms, accelerated during the pandemic, has resulted in institutions adopting advanced tools for teaching, assessment, and student engagement, creating a more inclusive and technology-enabled education ecosystem nationwide.

The demand for skill-based and industry-aligned education is reshaping the higher education landscape. Employers increasingly prioritize practical competencies, prompting universities and edtech platforms to introduce specialized programs in data science, artificial intelligence, business analytics, and emerging technologies. In December 2024, IIT Roorkee and TimesPro launched admissions for the ninth batch of their Post Graduate Certificate in Data Science and Machine Learning. This eight-month program equips professionals with essential skills and hands-on experience, preparing them for high-demand roles in the rapidly evolving technology sector.

The National Education Policy 2020 is actively encouraging multidisciplinary learning, international collaboration, and vocational training, fostering innovation in curriculum design across institutions. Rising aspirations among India's youth population, coupled with the expanding middle class, continue to drive market growth and create opportunities for diverse educational offerings.

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Market Scope and Growth Factors:

The market scope is broadening as institutions increasingly recognize the strategic importance of delivering quality education aligned with evolving industry requirements and global standards. The National Education Policy 2020 serves as a transformative framework reshaping the entire higher education landscape, emphasizing multidisciplinary learning, flexible curricula, and research-oriented teaching to meet international benchmarks.

In September 2024, the Government of India announced the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research program designed to enhance research capabilities in higher education institutions by pairing top-tier institutions with those lacking adequate research infrastructure. Additionally, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation introduced the MAHA initiative and is establishing Centres of Excellence to elevate India's position in global scientific research and innovation.

The private sector is witnessing significant expansion, with a surge in private universities and deemed-to-be universities introducing flexible programs, industry-aligned courses, and global collaborations. The policy framework now permits top foreign universities to establish campuses in India. In August 2024, the University of Southampton became the first foreign university to establish an offshore campus under the National Education Policy, located in Gurugram. The campus is scheduled to commence academic programs in July 2025, offering degrees equivalent to those in the United Kingdom across various disciplines, aimed at attracting international talent while retaining Indian students.

Higher education institutions are increasingly revamping curricula to include vocational training, internships, and hands-on projects that equip students with practical skills. Collaboration between academia and industry is strengthening, leading to co-designed courses, guest lectures, and on-campus recruitment drives. This alignment ensures graduates are better prepared for dynamic job markets, effectively bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and workplace demands while enhancing employability across multiple sectors.

The Union Budget 2025-26 allocated Rs. 500 crore for establishing a Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence for Education, aimed at enhancing skills, personalizing learning experiences, and transforming educational delivery. The Union Cabinet approved the continuation and restructuring of the Skill India Programme through 2026 with an outlay of Rs. 8,800 crore to enhance industry-aligned, technology-driven training nationwide. These developments collectively support sustained market expansion and innovation in the higher education sector.

Recent News and Developments:

• March 2025: IIT Guwahati is developing "Gyandhara," India's first VR-enabled metaverse platform designed to teach mathematics and science in regional languages at PM Shri schools, with a pilot program planned for 56 schools in Assam.
• March 2025: The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade opened its first overseas campus in Dubai, advancing India's higher education globalization efforts under NEP 2020 and serving global learners and the Indian community abroad.
• January 2025: CL Educate Limited acquired the Digital Exam Assessment business of NSEIT Limited for Rs. 230 crore upfront with an additional Rs. 75 crore earn-out, entering India's Rs. 7,000 crore assessments market.
• January 2025: IIT Delhi introduced new undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs including BTech in Design and Innovation, MTech in Data Science and Cybersecurity, and PhDs in Quantum Computing. The institute also launched a Joint PhD program with the University of Queensland.
• October 2024: Executive education startup Eruditus raised Rs. 1,267 crore led by TPG Rise at Rs. 27,037 crore valuation, with participation from SoftBank and other investors, planning to shift domicile to India ahead of a potential IPO.
• October 2024: IIT Madras partnered with the University of Tours, France, to offer a course on sustainable biomanufacturing of high-value phytochemicals, aligning with India's 'BioE3' policy emphasizing large-scale bio-product manufacturing.
• September 2024: PhysicsWallah raised Rs. 1,774 crore from Hornbill Capital and Lightspeed at a Rs. 23,657 crore valuation to expand operations, with SEBI approving its IPO in July 2025.
• August 2024: Going Global Partnerships launched UK-India Industry-Academia TNE Grants 2025-26, offering funding up to approximately Rs. 20 lakh for projects starting September 30, 2025, fostering UK-India education and industry collaboration.
• July 2024: Saras AI Institute launched as the world's first AI-exclusive higher education institute in India, offering online degree programs and collaborating with top Indian engineering institutes through AI clubs.
• February 2025: Imarticus Learning announced a partnership with PwC Academy in India to provide digital-savvy professionals with expertise in Generative AI.

Comprehensive Market Report Highlights & Segmentation Analysis:

The market report offers a comprehensive analysis of the segments, highlighting those with the largest India Higher Education Market Share. It includes forecasts for the period 2025-2033 and historical data from 2019-2024 for the following segments.

Segmentation by Type:

• Deemed-to-be Universities
• Central Universities
• State and Private Universities
• Autonomous Colleges
• Institutes of National Importance
• Others

Segmentation by Affiliation:

• University/University Level Institutions
• Colleges/Institutions - Affiliated/Recognized with University
• Standalone Institutions - not Affiliated/Recognized with University
• Others

Segmentation by Courses Offered:

• Graduate
• Post-Graduate
• Diploma
• Certification
• PhD programs
• Others

Segmentation by Mode of Education:

• Regular
• Part-Time
• Distance Learning
• Others

Segmentation by Gender:

• Male
• Female

Segmentation by Region:

• North India
• West and Central India
• South India
• East India

Competitor Landscape:

The report offers an in-depth examination of the competitive landscape. It includes a thorough competitive analysis encompassing market structure, key player positioning, leading strategies for success, a competitive dashboard, and a company evaluation quadrant. The report provides detailed profiles of all major companies, including:

• University of Delhi
• Indian Institute of Technology
• Indian Institutes of Management
• National Institutes of Technology
• All India Institute of Medical Sciences
• Jawaharlal Nehru University
• Gujarat Technological University
• Vellore Institute of Technology
• Birla Institute of Technology & Science
• Savitribai Phule Pune University

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• Competitive Positioning and Benchmarking Strategies

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