The National Indian Education Study, 2007 (NIES 2007), is a study that is part of the National Indian Education Study (NIES), which is a part of National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) program; program data is available since 2005 at https://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard/nies/. NIES 2007 (https://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard/nies/) is a cross-sectional survey that is designed to describe the condition of education for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) students in the United States. Students in public, private, Department of Defense, and Bureau of Indian Education-funded schools were sampled using paper-and-pencil assessment. Overall weighted response rate for 4th grade was 75 percent. Overall weighted response rate for 8th grade was 74 percent. Key statistics produced from NIES 2007 provides educators, policymakers, and the public with information about the academic performance in reading and mathematics of AI/AN fourth- and eighth-graders as well as their exposure to Native American culture.

India Educational Attainment: Doctoral or Equivalent: Population 25+ Years: % Cumulative data was reported at 3.487 % in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 3.162 % for 2022. India Educational Attainment: Doctoral or Equivalent: Population 25+ Years: % Cumulative data is updated yearly, averaging 3.162 % from Dec 2010 (Median) to 2023, with 5 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3.487 % in 2023 and a record low of 2.050 % in 2010. India Educational Attainment: Doctoral or Equivalent: Population 25+ Years: % Cumulative data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s India – Table IN.World Bank.WDI: Social: Education Statistics. The percentage of population ages 25 and over that attained or completed Doctoral or equivalent.;UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS). UIS.Stat Bulk Data Download Service. Accessed April 5, 2025. https://apiportal.uis.unesco.org/bdds.;;

The National Indian Education Study, 2011 (NIES 2011), is a study that is part of the National Indian Education Study (NIES) within the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) program. NIES 2011 (https://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard/nies/) is a cross-sectional survey that is designed to describe the condition of education for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) students in the United States. Students in public, private, Department of Defense, and Bureau of Indian Education-funded schools were sampled and then assessed using a paper-and-pencil assessment instrument. The weighted response rates ranged from 80 to 92 percent. Key statistics produced from NIES 2011 provides educators, policymakers, and the public with information about the academic performance in reading and mathematics of AI/AN fourth- and eighth-graders, as well as information about their exposure to Native American culture.

India's performance in the Sustainable Development Goal indicator for quality of education improved in the ratings for 2024. Although the country improved the SDG targets for net primary enrollment rate in 2023, it lagged in lower secondary completion with a value of over ** percent as of 2022.

Dataset Description: Indian School Education Statistics (2021-2022)

This dataset offers a comprehensive overview of Indian School Education Statistics, covering the years 2021-2022. It provides a valuable resource for individuals embarking on their Data Science journey by consolidating various datasets from the Indian Government into a single, easily accessible source. The dataset is available in seven separate .csv files, each with its distinct focus, enabling users to explore diverse aspects of the education landscape in India.

The Seven Key Datasets Included:

1. Percentage of Schools with Drinking Water Facility (2021-22)
2. Gross Enrolment Ratio (2021-22)
3. Drop-out Rate (2021-22)
4. Percentage of Schools with Computers (2021-22)
5. Percentage of Schools with Electricity (2021-22)
6. Schools with Boys' Toilets (2021-22)
7. Schools with Girls' Toilets (2021-22)

This dataset is a treasure trove of information, offering a window into the dynamic landscape of education in India and its evolution over time. By delving into this dataset, you can unlock answers to various pressing questions and tackle pivotal issues, including:

• Identifying states with the highest dropout ratios.
• Assessing the availability of crucial amenities like drinking water and sanitation facilities for boys and girls.
• Exploring the Gross Enrolment Ratio across different educational levels.
• Monitoring shifts in enrollment trends at various stages of education.

Sourced from the Open Government Data (OGD) Platform India, this dataset not only serves as a valuable resource for beginners in their Data Science journey but also presents an array of opportunities for in-depth analysis and research within the realm of Indian education.

As of 2021, India recorded a higher nationwide share of men with at least 10 years of schooling than that of women. Around half of the male population age between 15 and 49 years stayed in school for at least 10 years, compared to only ** percent of their female counterparts. The gender education gap also remained evident in rural India, with only *** out of three women in this region receiving at least 10 years of schooling.

The Dataset covers number of Teachers available at the various stages of schooling in the Indian education system, which generally follow a progression from primary to secondary and finally to higher secondary education. Data is captured at country level, State level and at the district level geographies.

Tables -

• Teachers Count
• Teachers Appointment Count
• School Headmaster Stats
• Pupil Teacher Ratio

The 2015 National Indian Education Study (NIES 2015) is a data collection that is part of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) program; program data are available since 2005 at . NIES 2015 (https://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard/nies/) was a cross-sectional survey of the educational experiences of American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) students in the United States. The data collection included paper-and-pencil questionnaires of students, as well as online questionnaires of teachers and school administrators. Key statistics produced from NIES 2015 include information on student knowledge of their Native cultures and languages; the extent to which AI/AN culture and language were a part of curricula; and the extent to which school resources were available for improving AI/AN student achievement.

Indian Students Abroad

Country-wise Statistics

By Harish Kumar Garg [source]

About this dataset

This dataset is about the number of Indian students studying abroad in different countries and the detailed information about different nations where Indian students are present. The data has been complied from the Ministry Of External Affairs to answer a question from the Member of Parliament regarding how many students from India are studying in foreign countries and which country. This dataset includes two fields, Country Name and Number of Indians Studying Abroad as of Mar 2017, giving a unique opportunity to track student mobility across various nations around the world. With this valuable data about student mobility, we can gain insights into how educational opportunities for Indian students have increased over time as well as look at trends in international education throughout different regions. From comparison among countries with similar academic opportunities to tracking regional popularity among study destinations, this dataset provides important context for studying student migration patterns. We invite everyone to explore this data further and use it to draw meaningful conclusions!

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The data has two columns – Country Name and Number of Indians studying there as of March 2017. It also includes a third column, Percentage, which gives an indication about the proportion of Indian students enrolled in each country relative to total number enrolled abroad globally.

To get started with your exploration, you can visualize the data against various parameters like geographical region or language speaking as it may provide more clarity about motives/reasons behind student’s choice. You can also group countries on basis of research opportunities available, cost consideration etc.,to understand deeper into all aspects that motivate Indians to explore further studies outside India.

Additionally you can use this dataset for benchmarking purpose with other regional / international peer groups or aggregate regional / global reports with aim towards making better decisions or policies aiming greater outreach & support while targeting foreign universities/colleges for educational promotion activities that highlights engaging elements aimed at attracting more potential students from India aspiring higher international education experience abroad!

Research Ideas

• Using this dataset, educational institutions in India can set up international exchange programs with universities in other countries to facilitate and support Indian students studying abroad.

• Higher Education Institutions can also understand the current trend of Indian students sourcing for opportunities to study abroad and use this data to build specialized short-term courses in collaboration with universities from different countries that cater to the needs of students who are interested in moving abroad permanently or even temporarily for higher studies.

• Policy makers could use this data to assess the current trends and develop policies that aim at incentivizing international exposure among young professionals by commissioning fellowships or scholarships with an aim of exposing them to different problem sets around the world thereby making their profile more attractive while they look for better job opportunities globally

Acknowledgements

If you use this dataset in your research, please credit the original authors. Data Source

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Unknown License - Please check the dataset description for more information.

Columns

File: final_data.csv | Column name | Description | |:--------------------------|:-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Country | Name of the country where Indian students are studying. (String) | | No of Indian Students | Number of Indian students studying in the country. (Integer) | | Percentage | Percentage of Indian students studying in the country compared to the total number of Indian students studying abroad. (Float) |

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In 2023, primary school made up the majority of the school market in India in terms of education levels, at over ** percent. Higher secondary level made up the smallest share of the market during the same time period.

The data shows the year-wise number of institutions and schools for higher education and school education for different levels of education.

Note: 1. Data for Higher Education is till 2021-22 only. 2. No. of Colleges (2000-01 to 2009-10) includes stand alone Institutions like Polytechnics. 3. Total of all schools includes schools from Class I to Class XII for General Education Only (Pre-Primary and other Technical/Vocational Schools not included).
4. Stand Alone Institutions includes: Polytechnics, PGDM, Nursing, Teacher Training and Institutes under Ministries. 5. Data for universities and colleges only till 2020-21. 6. In a few states such as Odisha higher secondary is part of higher education which may not have been covered under U-DISE.

As of April 2021, just over ** percent of female children between the ages of ** and ** in India completed at least 12 years of schooling. On the other hand, approximately **** percent of girls in this age group did not attend school. Meanwhile, the share of female children not receiving any schooling amounted to roughly *** percent among those aged *** to nine years and almost ***** percent among those aged 10 to 14 years.

India Educational Attainment: Doctoral or Equivalent: Population 25+ Years: % Cumulative: Female data was reported at 3.198 % in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 2.828 % for 2022. India Educational Attainment: Doctoral or Equivalent: Population 25+ Years: % Cumulative: Female data is updated yearly, averaging 2.828 % from Dec 2010 (Median) to 2023, with 5 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3.198 % in 2023 and a record low of 1.523 % in 2010. India Educational Attainment: Doctoral or Equivalent: Population 25+ Years: % Cumulative: Female data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s India – Table IN.World Bank.WDI: Social: Education Statistics. The percentage of population ages 25 and over that attained or completed Doctoral or equivalent.;UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS). UIS.Stat Bulk Data Download Service. Accessed April 5, 2025. https://apiportal.uis.unesco.org/bdds.;;

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This statistic denotes the global market size across several regions including India. The online education market in india size was estimated to be at $ 2.28 bn in 2021-2025.

The size of the global online education market in india has been derived by triangulating data from multiple sources and approaches. While arriving at the market size, we have considered data points, such as the size of the parent market and the revenues of key market participants, such as Dexler Education Pvt. Ltd., Educomp Solutions Ltd., Indiavidual Learning Pvt. Ltd., Indira Gandhi National Open University, Info Edge (India) Ltd., MPS Interactive Systems Ltd., Next Education India Pvt. Ltd., NIIT Ltd., SMU-DE, and Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd.

Historical dataset showing India education spending by year from 1997 to 2022.

Secondary education, pupils in India was reported at 134342141 in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Secondary education, pupils - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

Enrolment in tertiary education, all programmes, female (number) in India was reported at 17493243 Persons in 2019, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Enrolment in tertiary education, all programmes, female - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

India Girl Education Data

This dataset provides the latest Education Inflation rate of India, as published by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, along with historical trends.

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