Bihar Sees Surge in Foreign Student Enrollment Amid Education Revamp
Bihar's foreign student enrolment soars
The Times Of India
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Bihar, India, is witnessing a significant increase in foreign student enrollment, with over 2,500 scholars currently studying in its institutions. The revival of Nalanda University and the establishment of new national-level institutions have transformed the state's educational landscape, attracting students from over 30 countries.
- 01Bihar's foreign student enrollment has risen to over 2,500, up from double digits a decade ago.
- 02Nalanda University plays a crucial role in attracting international scholars, with nearly 50% of its students from abroad.
- 03The university admitted more than 700 foreign scholars for the 2025-26 academic year.
- 04Other institutions like IIM-Bodh Gaya and IIT-Patna are also attracting foreign students.
- 05Bihar's government plans to establish new degree colleges and enhance existing institutions to improve education quality.
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Bihar, India, is experiencing a remarkable increase in foreign student enrollment, with more than 2,500 scholars currently studying at various higher education institutions. This surge is attributed to the revival of the ancient Nalanda University and the establishment of new national-level institutions. Nalanda University, which reopened in 2010, has become a hub for international students, with nearly 50% of its student body coming from abroad. In the 2025-26 academic year, the university welcomed over 700 foreign scholars from countries such as the USA, Argentina, and Vietnam. Other institutions, including IIM-Bodh Gaya and IIT-Patna, are also enhancing their appeal to international students. The state government is further supporting this growth through the “Saat Nischay-3” initiative, which aims to expand educational facilities by establishing new degree colleges in 213 blocks and developing 55 existing institutions into centers of excellence.
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The increase in foreign student enrollment is expected to enhance the educational environment in Bihar, fostering cross-cultural learning and increasing the state's global academic presence.
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