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Education
Indian Students' Interest in Studying Abroad Falls 40% in Three Years
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 10:03 AM
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The number of Indian students pursuing higher education abroad has dropped by nearly 40% over the past three years, driven by stricter visa policies and rising costs.
Over the last three years, the number of Indian students enrolling in overseas universities has fallen by almost 40%, according to recent data.
The decline reflects a growing reluctance among young Indians to pursue foreign degrees.
Analysts point to tighter visa regulations and higher tuition and living expenses as key deterrents.
The trend could reshape the demand for international education services and prompt Indian institutions to rethink their overseas outreach strategies.
The decline reflects a growing reluctance among young Indians to pursue foreign degrees.
Analysts point to tighter visa regulations and higher tuition and living expenses as key deterrents.
The trend could reshape the demand for international education services and prompt Indian institutions to rethink their overseas outreach strategies.