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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Changing aspirations of Indian students and the global education shift
Over the past decade, the aspirations of Indian students regarding higher education have undergone a quiet but profound transformation. Students today are navigating a dynamic and more complex educational ecosystem, both within India and across borders, shaped by globalisation, technology, policy reforms, and shifting social values. College (Getty Images/iStockphoto) Earlier, studying abroad was largely a privilege of the few—often driven by aspirations of Western exposure, a better quality of life, or job opportunities in developed economies. The destination countries were limited to a few Anglophone nations, and disciplines like engineering, medicine, and computer science dominated the choices. Today, the landscape has changed dramatically. Indian students are now considering a much wider range of countries—Germany, France, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan, Ireland, and even countries in Eastern Europe and Asia. This is not only because of affordability and policy shifts favouring international students but also due to the rising awareness of diverse career paths and better information access. Interestingly, the motivations behind studying abroad are evolving. While earlier generations pursued foreign education primarily as a springboard to permanent migration, today's students are more nuanced in their goals. Many seek short-term international exposure through exchange programmes, dual degrees, or professional certifications, intending to return to India with global skills. Others are drawn by specific research opportunities, entrepreneurial ecosystems, or social impact sectors rather than merely financial returns. The very concept of 'success' is being redefined—from high-paying tech jobs abroad to creative careers, sustainable development work, or contributing to social change back home. Simultaneously, the aspirations of Indian students within the country are also shifting. A growing number of students now prefer to stay in India due to the expanding scope and quality of domestic institutions. The emergence of Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), National Law Universities (NLUs), and Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) has created world-class opportunities within national borders. This trend is partly a reflection of changing socio-economic dynamics. Education is no longer viewed only as a means to upward mobility but increasingly as a space for personal growth, innovation, and societal contribution. Urban youth, especially in metros and tier-1 cities, are exploring humanities, design, media studies, psychology, environmental studies, and gender studies—areas that were once dismissed in favour of science and commerce. The rigidity of 'doctor-engineer-CA' pathways is loosening, replaced by an openness to uncharted careers. This has been catalysed by a new generation of Indian educators, ed-tech platforms, startup culture, and exposure to global trends via digital media. At the same time, India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has aimed to fundamentally reshape the higher education sector, encouraging multidisciplinary learning, skill integration, critical thinking, and global academic collaboration. The policy's long-term vision is to make Indian institutions globally competitive, reduce rote learning, and align curricula with the needs of the 21st-century workforce. For students, this opens up the possibility of getting an international-style education within India at a fraction of the cost. The pandemic further accelerated this dual transformation. On one hand, it disrupted traditional international student flows due to travel restrictions and uncertainties. On the other, it triggered a mass adoption of online and hybrid learning models, making international faculty, courses, and certifications accessible from one's bedroom in Mumbai or Patna. It levelled the playing field to an extent, allowing Indian students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds to participate in global knowledge systems. Institutions across the world began to offer online master's programmes, bootcamps, and micro-credentials, breaking the monopoly of physical mobility on international education. What stands out today is the rise of agency among Indian students. Empowered by technology, access to peer experiences, and social media, they are more informed, more vocal, and more strategic in their decisions than ever before. They consider cost-benefit analyses, visa regulations, cultural compatibility, work rights, and mental health support systems before choosing institutions—whether in India or abroad. Parental influence, once absolute, is increasingly balanced with personal vision and individual choice. Moreover, the global shift in education is not just about where students go, but also how and what they learn. Traditional lecture-based teaching is giving way to experiential learning, project-based curricula, and interdisciplinary approaches. There is a growing emphasis on skills like emotional intelligence, adaptability, digital literacy, and sustainability—attributes that transcend degrees and align with global citizenship. Indian students, whether studying in Bengaluru or Berlin, are gradually embracing these paradigms. Whether studying in India or abroad, students are redefining education as not just a ladder to prosperity but as a journey towards purpose. In this changing global educational scenario, India stands at a threshold—not only as a source of global talent but also as a rising hub of knowledge, innovation, and transformation. This article is authored by Vinu Warrier, founder and managing partner, eduVelocity Global.
NDTV
03-07-2025
- General
- NDTV
IISER Aptitude Test Counselling Registration Deadline Extended, Check Date Here
IISER IAT Counselling 2025: The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) has extended the registration deadline for the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2025 counselling process. Candidates who qualified the IAT examination and are yet to apply for the counselling process can do so by visiting the official website, During this extended window, candidates can submit documents, select their preferred college or course and pay the prescribed fees for the counselling process. IISER IAT Counselling 2025: How To Register For Counselling? Visit the official website, Login with your user id and password. Click on IISER IAT 2025 Counselling form. Fill in the required details and select your preferred college. You will be successfully registered for the counselling process. The registration window, which was set to close on July 3, 2025 will now remain open till July 7, 2025 (5 PM). The IISER Aptitude Test is conducted for admission to various Undergraduate (UG) programs offered across seven IISER campuses located in Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, and Tirupati.
Hindustan Times
03-07-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
IISER IAT Counselling 2025 deadline extended, check revised date, direct link here
Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research has extended the registration deadline for IISER IAT Counselling 2025 till July 7, 2025. Candidates who qualified the IISER Aptitude Test and are yet to submit their applications for counselling process can do so on the official website at IISER IAT Counselling 2025 deadline has been extended. The revised date and direct link is given here. (Representative image/HT file) As per the website, the window to register for IISER IAT Counselling 2025 and choice-filling will close on July 7, 2025, at 5 PM. Also read: JEECUP Counselling 2025: Round 1 seat allotment released at direct link to check here The official website states, 'Please fill up the form with utmost care, applying due diligence as candidate will not be allowed to change the preference(s) after 5 PM on July 07, 2025.' Direct link to apply for IISER IAT Counselling 2025 Previously, the last date to apply was July 3, 2025. Registrations for the counselling process began from June 26, 2025. Once the counselling window closes, the seat allotment results will be published based on the choices-filled by the candidates. As per IISER, an admission offer will be made based on seat availability for a particular round, the candidate's rank in the exam, the preference submitted by him/her, and the candidate's category. Also read: LNMU UG First Merit List 2025 released at direct link to check here The candidate can accept the seat or reject it after receiving the admission offer. If a candidate rejects the offer or does not take any action before the deadline, he/she will not be able to participate in further counselling rounds. Notably, the IISER Aptitude Test or IAT 2025 results were declared on June 25, 2025. Also read: Want to increase your chances of employment after higher education? Forbes shares these must-have skills for students The exam was conducted for admission to 5-Year BS-MS (Dual Degree), 4-Year BS and BTech degree programmes offered by IISERs in Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram and Tirupati. For more details, candidates are advised to visit the official website of IISER.
The Hindu
26-06-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
More higher education institutions needed for students interested in science, says Ashoke Sen
While the establishment of the Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) about two decades ago gave a fillip to science education in India, there is a need for more higher education institutions to cater to the students who want to pursue science, Prof. Ashoke Sen, Infosys Madhava Chair Professor, International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS), Bengaluru, said on Thursday. Current trends The current trends indicate a heavy incline towards engineering, medicine or management, which enable students to earn well, but science will be pursued by those who are genuinely interested in the subject. 'The demand is quite high; even to get into IISERs, there is tough competition,' Prof. Sen said. IISERs, he said, have provided opportunities to interested students to pursue science. 'I am not particularly concerned about more students opting for professional courses. As long as there are enough opportunities for people genuinely interested in science, we are doing good enough,' Prof. Sen added. On the research front, however, he sounded a note of caution, saying that India's allocation to science research, was minuscule, compared to China and other developed countries in Asia and the West. Besides, bureaucracy, with its regulations and administrative control, made it difficult to access grant money. 'Restrictions on the use of grant is a bottleneck in doing experimental research in India. Theorists, fortunately, do not suffer from this, unless they want to buy a big computer,' he added. Prof. Sen was at The Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc) in Taramani on Thursday to deliver a lecture on 'Classical Gravitational Wave Tails from Quantum Soft Theorem' as part of 'The Alladi Ramakrishnan Centenary Lecture Series'. His lecture dwelt on the use of certain results in quantum gravity, called soft graviton theorem, to simplify the calculation of aspects of gravitational waves produced by a scattering process (an explosion, like supernova, or a cluster collision). The application of the theorem simplifies the otherwise complicated calculation process to arrive at the source of the scatter. Experimental use In the theoretical realm, this method may still be experimentally used to reconstruct the scattering process once gravitational waves from scattering are detected. Practical use related to actual measurements depended on several factors such as sensitivity of detection instruments and the frequency of such scattering processes in the universe. Prof. Krishnaswami Alladi, Professor of Mathematics, University of Florida, and Prof. V. Ravindran, Director, IMSc, spoke.
NDTV
25-06-2025
- Science
- NDTV
IISER Aptitude Test 2025 Result Declared; Check When Counselling Begins
IISER IAT 2025 Result OUT: The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) have announced the results of the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2025. Candidates can now check their scores and download their rank cards by visiting the official website, using their login credentials. According to the official notification, all candidates who scored at least one mark in the IAT 2025 have been assigned a rank. However, securing a rank does not guarantee admission to an IISER. How To Check IISER IAT 2025 Result Visit the official website - Click on the 'IAT Result 2025' link Enter your user ID and password View your result displayed on the screen Download and save the rank card for future reference IISER Aptitude Test 2025 The IISER Aptitude Test 2025 was conducted in May in computer-based mode. The paper consisted of 60 multiple-choice questions from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. Each correct response carried 4 marks, while 1 mark was deducted for each incorrect answer. The duration of the exam was 180 minutes. Counselling Process: Key Dates and Steps The registration portal for counselling will open on June 26 at 5 PM, and candidates must complete and submit their academic preference forms by 5 PM on July 3. Admission offers will be made based on the following criteria: Availability of seats at the IISERs Candidate's IAT 2025 rank Preferences filled during counselling Category of the candidate Candidates who receive an offer must accept it and pay the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) online by the specified deadline. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from further rounds. Freeze vs Float Options After accepting an offer and paying the SAF, candidates can choose to: Freeze the seat: They will not participate in subsequent counselling rounds. Float (default option): They will be considered for seats in higher-preferred IISERs in upcoming rounds. Those opting to float will be automatically considered for upgrades in the next round if eligible. Admission Process Highlights The entire process will be conducted online; no physical reporting to IISER campuses is required during counselling. Candidates can log in to their application portal to view admission offers and further instructions. Available Programmes Admissions through IAT 2025 are offered for the following academic programmes: Integrated 5-Year BS-MS (Dual Degree) 4-Year BS and 4-Year BTech programmes These are available across IISER campuses in Berhampur, Bhopal, Kolkata, Mohali, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, and Tirupati. To stay informed about programmes and updates, candidates should regularly visit the official IISER Admission portal and the websites of individual IISERs.
