Digitalization Higher Education in India

Abstract

India is well-progressing towards digital education, backed by rising adoption of digitalization by universities and colleges, increasing internet penetration and soaring demand from students. As per Red Seer Consulting, the online education market (higher education and lifelong learning market) in India is forecast to reach ~ US$ 5 billion by 2025, driven by the government’s focus on designing online education programmes, strengthening digital infrastructure across the country and catering to the rising demand for up skilling among students. This paper presents key initiatives taken by the Indian government to boost digital education in Higher Education.