Economic Survey 2024-25: Higher education institutions grow by 13.8%, gross enrolment ratio rises to 28.4% from 23.7%

The Economic Survey 2024-25 reveals India’s higher education system has grown significantly, with institutions increasing by 13.8% and the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) rising from 23.7% to 28.4% between 2014-15 and 2021-22. This growth is attributed to enhanced infrastructure and policies like the National Education Policy 2020. With the goal of achieving a 50% GER by 2035, these developments reflect India’s commitment to expanding access to higher education for its young population.