15 Foreign Universities Set to Launch Campuses in this Academic Year

India is rapidly transforming into a global education hub. In a landmark move, 15 foreign universities are poised to establish campuses across the country in the 2025–26 academic year, focusing primarily on STEMB disciplines—Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Business. (Source)

The Global Institutions Coming to India

Under the University Grants Commission’s (UGC) 2023 regulations, several prestigious international universities have received approval to set up campuses in India:

1. University of Southampton (UK)
   
   • First foreign university to receive UGC approval in August 2023.
     
   • Campus Location: Gurugram, Haryana.
     
   • Programs: Computing, Business, Engineering, Economics, and Law.
     
   • Expected Launch: August 2025. (Source)
     
2. University of Liverpool (UK) (Source)
   
   • Second Russell Group institution to set up in India.
     
   • Campus Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka.
     
   • Expected Launch: 2026–27 academic year. (Source)
     
3. Illinois Institute of Technology (USA)
   
   • Known for excellence in Engineering and Technology.
     
   • Expected Launch: 2026–27 academic year.
     
4. Victoria University (Australia)

Two Australian universities — Deakin and Wollongong—have already commenced operations in Gujarat’s GIFT city.

• Focus Areas: Business and Management.
  
• Expected Launch: 2026–27 academic year. 

5. Western Sydney University (Australia)
   
   • Campus Location: Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
     
   • Expected Launch: 2026–27 academic year.
     
6. Istituto Europeo di Design (Italy)
   
   • Specializes in Fashion, Visual Arts, and Communication.
     
   • Expected Launch: 2026–27 academic year. (Source)
     

Note: The names of the remaining nine universities have not been publicly disclosed yet.

Shift in India’s Higher Education Landscape

• 15 foreign universities are set to open campuses in India in the 2025–26 academic year.
  
• Focus Areas: Emphasis on STEMB disciplines—Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Business.
  
• UGC Regulations 2023: Streamlined the process for foreign universities to establish campuses in India.
  

IME’s Mission: Facilitating Global Education Access in India

At India Market Entry (IME), our mission is to make world-class education accessible within India. We are committed to:

• Bringing International Standards Home: Partnering with global institutions to offer their programs in India.
  
• Eliminating Barriers: Addressing challenges like visa issues, high costs, and socio-political uncertainties associated with studying abroad.
  
• Enhancing Accessibility: Ensuring that students across India can access top-tier education without leaving the country.
  

By collaborating with international universities, IME aims to enrich India’s educational landscape, providing students with diverse and high-quality learning opportunities.

Looking Ahead: A New Era for Indian Students

The influx of foreign universities into India marks a significant shift in the country’s educational paradigm. Students can now access globally recognized programs domestically, reducing the need to study abroad. This development not only benefits students but also positions India as a global education destination.

For more information on how IME is transforming education in India, visit our website or mail to contact@indiamarketentry.com.