Internationalisation of higher education in India is entering a transformative phase under the National Education Policy (NEP 2020). As Indian universities expand their global outlook, structured international engagement, academic mobility, and institutional partnerships are becoming central to institutional growth and global competitiveness.

This platform is dedicated to advancing informed dialogue on the internationalisation of higher education in India, with a focus on policy implementation, institutional strategy, and sustainable global collaboration models.

Why Internationalisation Matters?

Internationalisation of higher education is no longer an optional institutional aspiration; it has become a structural necessity in the 21st-century knowledge economy. Universities are increasingly evaluated not only by their national impact but also by their global engagement, research collaboration networks, academic mobility opportunities, and international visibility.

In the Indian context, the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) recognises internationalisation as a strategic pillar for transforming higher education. It emphasises global academic partnerships, credit mobility, joint degree programs, research collaboration, and the integration of Indian institutions into international knowledge ecosystems.

For Indian universities, internationalisation enhances academic quality, strengthens research capacity, improves global rankings, and expands opportunities for students and faculty. For foreign institutions, understanding the Indian higher education system and its regulatory framework is essential for building sustainable and policy-aligned partnerships.

Effective internationalisation requires institutional strategy, regulatory awareness, long-term planning, and alignment with national policy frameworks. As India continues to position itself as a global education hub, structured and responsible global engagement becomes critical for institutional success.