ABSTRACT:
The recent policy shift enabling foreign universities to establish campuses in India marks a transformative step in the nation’s higher education landscape. This development offers Indian students access to globally recognized degrees, curricula, and pedagogical approaches without the economic, social, and cultural challenges of international migration. Drawing on the provisions of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, this study examines the opportunities, challenges, and implications of foreign universities operating within India. It explores potential benefits such as reduced cost of study, localized access to world-class faculty, and enhanced academic diversity, alongside concerns over quality assurance, regulatory oversight, and equitable access. Using a qualitative analysis of policy documents, expert interviews, and case studies of early entrants, the paper evaluates how this model may influence student mobility trends, global competitiveness of Indian graduates, and India’s positioning as an international education hub. The findings suggest that, if strategically implemented, foreign university campuses in India can democratize global education, mitigate brain drain, and catalyze academic innovation—while requiring robust policy frameworks to ensure inclusivity and sustainability.
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Gedam Kamalakar. Higher Education without Migration: Studying at Foreign Universities in India. Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2026;17(1):65-0. doi: 10.52711/2321-5828.2026.00013
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Gedam Kamalakar. Higher Education without Migration: Studying at Foreign Universities in India. Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2026;17(1):65-0. doi: 10.52711/2321-5828.2026.00013 Available on: https://rjhssonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-17-1-13
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