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Why Study in India

India is today recognized as a world centre for education. Indian entrepreneurs are making a through out the world. Their ideas, technical knowledge and entrepreneurship have yielded unprecedented growth in income, employment and wealth.
The credit goes to the sound and practical educational foundation they have received in India.
1. Wide Choice of Universities
India has the second largest education system in the world. With over 300 universities and 15000 colleges offering the widest spectrum of courses.
2. International exposure (Recognition)
For centuries, India has been the global centre for Education.
3. Building global leaders
The professionals trained in Indian Institutions are recognized globally. Over 200 of the Fortune 500companies recruit from Indian campuses regularly.
4. Affordable education
India offers Quality Education at a fraction of cost compared to other educational destinations.
5. English Medium
India has the Third Largest English Speaking population in the world. Medium of instructions in higher education is primarily English.
6. World-class institutions and faculty
It is mandatory for all the Indian Institutions to be recognized by the appropriate National Level statutory bodies established by the Government of India for compliance to quality & standards of education.
Quality of Education is assured through National Bodies :
  • National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for Technical Education National Assessment
  • Accreditation Council (NAAC) for Higher Education
7. Develops the creative side of the personality
Indian education is based on personalized approach to teaching, embodied in the Gurukul system where a teacher interacts on a one-to-one basis with students, helping them out in their difficulties.
8. Friendly environment
India extends an unbiased welcome to students of all nationalities, cultures and religions.
9. Holistic education
Cultural and religious diversity on Indian campuses contributes towards the all round development.
10. Beautiful Country, Beautiful People
Known for its natural beauty and mystique appeal, the Indian experience is unique and enduring.
11. Networking with world markets
The educational philosophy that has come to prevail both in India and in the developed world is that the interaction of institute with industry at every level is very important.



1. Wide Choice of Universities
India has the second largest education system in the world.With over 310 universities and 15500 colleges offering the widest spectrum of courses.
India has the second largest higher education facilities in the world comprising of:
Over 310 Universities including:
  • 11 Open Universities
  • 18 Medical Universities
  • 18 National Institutes of Technology
  • 36 Engineering and Technology Institutes such as Indian Institutes of Technology, Indian Institute of Science, etc.
  • 52 Deemed Universities
  • 162 Traditional Universities
15500 ------ Colleges of Engineering, Medical, Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce, Science and Management Education.
2. International exposure (Recognition)
The courses as well as professionals trained in Indian educational institutions are recognized the world over - 200 of the Fortune500 companies regularly participate in campus placements in Indian institutions.
Indian universities and institutes of higher education and research have made significant contribution in research and development in the areas ranging from biotechnology to ocean engineering.
In traditional subjects like arts and humanities, pure sciences, applied physics, chemistry, and mathematics, Indian universities and institutes of higher studies have been playing a leading role.
3. English Medium
Medium of instruction is a very crucial factor in determining the quality of curriculum transaction and the level of achievement.
Every Indian university has English as the medium of instruction and most Indian universities consider a good knowledge of English as a pre-requisite to pursuing academic studies.
For the Humanities, Social sciences and Commerce courses, the medium of instruction is both English and regional languages but in case of professional courses, science and technical subjects, English is exclusively used for teaching.
Postgraduate education is taught in English in most of the educational institutes. For international students weak in English, most colleges and universities conduct special English language and communication courses.
India is the 3rd largest English speaking population in the world and hence it is a place where foreign nationals feel at home.
4. Affordable education
India offers Quality Education at a fraction of cost compared to other educational destinations. The quality of Indian education is comparable to the best available anywhere in the world, while the costs are less and affordable.
There is a comparative matrix of education and living costs in India
Comparative cost
Average Total Cost (US$) including tuition fee and living cost for Graduate Students
Country Business / Management Arts Science & Technology
India 10,000(3 years) 10,000 (3 years) 10,000 (3-4 years)
Australia 37,000 (3 years) 37,000 (3 years) 42,000 (3 years)
UK 56,000 (3 years) 57,000 (3 years) 66,000 (3 years)
US public 80,000 (4 years) 80,000 (4 years) 80,000 (4 years)
US private 137,000 (4 years) 137,000 (4 years) 102,000 (3 years)


5. Building global leader
India has been a global destination for education for a long time.
A large number of students come to India from countries like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Ethiopia, Fiji, France, Germany, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mauritius, Myanmar, Nepal, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Surinam, Syria, Thailand, UK, US, Vietnam and Zimbabwe etc for their higher studies. They look at the Indian education system with thrust and belief.
The country has also been active in the development of space technology, production and launching of indigenous satellites and development of peaceful nuclear energy.
India is also recognized the world over for its information technology talent.
All these developments and initiatives have brought the country to the forefront as a technologically advanced nation.
In fact, a large number of developing countries today look at India for training and guidance to further their development initiatives.
6. World-class institutions and faculty
Quality is the benchmark for development of infrastructure, curriculum, human resources and research and the establishment of centres of excellence, interdisciplinary and inter-institutional centres.
The National Policy on Education was framed by the Government of India in the early 1980s to ensure the formation of standardized guidelines for the enforcement of quality in higher education.
It is mandatory for all the Indian Institutions to be recognized by the appropriate National Level statutory bodies established by the Government of India for compliance to quality standards.
Some of the statutory bodies which are constituted for recognition are:
  • All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
  • University Grants Commission (UGC)
  • Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • Dental Council of India (DCI)
  • Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR)
  • NAAC) for higher education.
Curriculum
The Indian education system promotes a 10+2+3 structure of curriculum. The National standards of uniform curriculum are comparable to international standards. To ensure uniformity of curriculum, the National Policy on Education (1986) emphatically stressed on the importance of basic parameters of equity and excellence. Well thought out courses of study, detailed curricular outlines, identification of learning outcomes, variety of instructional materials both audio and visual and improved evaluation tools have been developed to supplement the delivery of the given curricula
Faculty
National Policy on Education - 1986 has stipulated the role of a teacher, which includes instruction, curriculum development, instructional material development, research and innovation and testing and consultancy services. A lot of measures have been taken up by the Indian Government to ensure that the teachers are trained aptly to perform their given role adequately. As an initiative to bridge the gap between curriculum and syllabus development and education delivery, the policy stipulates the involvement of teachers in developing courseware.
Infrastructure
Optimum infrastructure in terms of research labs, equipments and lecture theatres are very important for effective delivery. The universities and colleges are given adequate grants every year to ensure that they are able to maintain and upgrade their infrastructure. The policy advises on certain minimum standards which every Institute should maintain.
Workshops and Seminars
To give a more practical perspective to the classroom training, Workshops and seminars have been integrated with the curriculum’s of a number of professional courses. These workshops ensure that the students get an opportunity to demonstrate their skills practically, and get a hands-on experience.
7. Develops the creative side of the personality
Indian education is based on personalized approach to teaching, embodied in the Gurukul system where a teacher interacts on a one-to-one basis with students, helping them out in their difficulties.
College festivals, sports meets, student clubs, etc., form an important part of a student's activities in Indian campuses and go a long way towards overall development.
Students are also acquainted with some aspects of India's economy and commerce through visits to public giants and private enterprises.
Many colleges conduct orientation programmes with the aim of assisting international scholars to adjust to their new surroundings.
8. Friendly environment
India extends an unbiased welcome to students of all nationalities, cultures and religions.
Studying and living in India is a special experience.
India is a country rich in cultural heritage, having multi religious society. A cosmopolitan environment and easy acceptance of all cultures and religions, makes India a friendly nation.
Students love and enjoy their stay in India. Besides the high standard of education, the students get an ample opportunity to know the cultures and traditions of India, and revel in the scenic beauty of the country.
9. Holistic education
Cultural and religious diversity on Indian campuses contributes towards the all round development.
Studying and living in India is a special experience. India is a country rich in cultural heritage, having multi religious society.
A cosmopolitan environment and easy acceptance of all cultures and religions, makes India a friendly nation.
10. Beautiful Country, Beautiful People
Known for its natural beauty and mystique appeal, the Indian experience is unique and enduring.
Students love and enjoy their stay in India. Besides the high standard of education, the students get an ample opportunity to know the cultures and traditions of India, and revel in the scenic beauty of the country.

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