Record Number of Indian Students Enrolled Abroad: MEA Reports Surge to Over 1.3 Million
According to recent information provided by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to the Rajya Sabha, a record 1,335,878 Indian students are currently enrolled in various international institutions.
The top five destinations for Indian students are:
This data was disclosed in response to a query from Dr. John Brittas MP during a Rajya Sabha session on Wednesday.
The statistics reveal a remarkable surge in the number of Indian students pursuing education abroad, with the current figure nearly doubling from 675,541 in 2019 to 1,335,878 in 2024. This significant increase underscores a growing trend among Indian students to seek higher education opportunities in international settings.
The rise in numbers can be attributed to various factors, including the allure of diverse academic programs, advanced research facilities, and broader career opportunities that international institutions offer.
Countries like Canada, the USA, the UK, Australia, and Germany have emerged as the most popular destinations, drawing Indian students with their renowned educational systems and multicultural environments.
Despite the comprehensive data on international student numbers, the Ministry of External Affairs has noted that they do not maintain state-wise statistics for Indian students studying abroad over the past five years. This gap highlights the need for more granular data to better understand the regional distribution and trends in international education among Indian students.
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