{"id":53907,"date":"2026-07-11T22:15:59","date_gmt":"2026-07-11T16:45:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=53907"},"modified":"2026-07-11T22:16:02","modified_gmt":"2026-07-11T16:46:02","slug":"aishe-report-2023-24","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/","title":{"rendered":"AISHE Report 2023-24: India Higher Education Enrolment Reaches Record 4.5 Crore Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#AISHE_Report_2023-24_highlights_Indias_record_45_crore_higher_education_enrolment_Gross_Enrolment_Ratio_GER_female_participation_STEM_growth_and_NEP_2020_targets_Read_the_complete_exam-oriented_current_affairs_article_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_Teaching_and_State_PCS_exams\" >AISHE Report 2023-24 highlights India&#8217;s record 4.5 crore higher education enrolment, Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER), female participation, STEM growth, and NEP 2020 targets. Read the complete exam-oriented current affairs article for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Teaching, and State PCS exams.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Growth_in_Higher_Education_Reflects_Indias_Expanding_Education_Landscape\" >Growth in Higher Education Reflects India&#8217;s Expanding Education Landscape<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#What_is_AISHE\" >What is AISHE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Record_Student_Enrolment_in_2023-24\" >Record Student Enrolment in 2023-24<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Women_Continue_to_Drive_Educational_Growth\" >Women Continue to Drive Educational Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Improvement_in_Gross_Enrolment_Ratio_GER\" >Improvement in Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#STEM_Education_Continues_to_Expand\" >STEM Education Continues to Expand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Increased_Participation_of_Socially_Disadvantaged_Groups\" >Increased Participation of Socially Disadvantaged Groups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Significance_for_Indias_Education_System\" >Significance for India&#8217;s Education System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Important_for_UPSC_and_State_PSC_Examinations\" >Important for UPSC and State PSC Examinations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Indicator_of_Human_Capital_Development\" >Indicator of Human Capital Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Womens_Empowerment_Through_Education\" >Women&#8217;s Empowerment Through Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Progress_Towards_NEP_2020_Goals\" >Progress Towards NEP 2020 Goals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Origin_of_AISHE\" >Origin of AISHE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Evolution_of_Indias_Higher_Education\" >Evolution of India&#8217;s Higher Education<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Key_Takeaways_from_AISHE_Report_2023-24\" >Key Takeaways from AISHE Report 2023-24<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#FAQs_AISHE_Report_2023-24_Exam-Oriented\" >FAQs: AISHE Report 2023-24 (Exam-Oriented)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#1_What_is_the_AISHE_Report\" >1. What is the AISHE Report?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#2_Which_ministry_releases_the_AISHE_Report\" >2. Which ministry releases the AISHE Report?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#3_What_is_the_total_higher_education_enrolment_according_to_the_AISHE_Report_2023-24\" >3. What is the total higher education enrolment according to the AISHE Report 2023-24?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#4_What_is_the_Gross_Enrolment_Ratio_GER\" >4. What is the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#5_What_is_the_target_GER_under_the_National_Education_Policy_NEP_2020\" >5. What is the target GER under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#6_What_does_STEM_stand_for\" >6. What does STEM stand for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#7_Why_is_the_AISHE_Report_important_for_competitive_exams\" >7. Why is the AISHE Report important for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#8_When_was_AISHE_launched\" >8. When was AISHE launched?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#9_Which_groups_have_shown_improved_participation_in_higher_education_according_to_the_report\" >9. Which groups have shown improved participation in higher education according to the report?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#10_Which_examinations_are_most_likely_to_ask_questions_based_on_the_AISHE_Report\" >10. Which examinations are most likely to ask questions based on the AISHE Report?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/ranks_and_reports\/aishe-report-2023-24\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AISHE_Report_2023-24_highlights_Indias_record_45_crore_higher_education_enrolment_Gross_Enrolment_Ratio_GER_female_participation_STEM_growth_and_NEP_2020_targets_Read_the_complete_exam-oriented_current_affairs_article_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_Teaching_and_State_PCS_exams\"><\/span><strong>AISHE Report 2023-24<\/strong> highlights India&#8217;s record <strong>4.5 crore higher education enrolment<\/strong>, Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER), female participation, STEM growth, and NEP 2020 targets. Read the complete exam-oriented current affairs article for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Teaching, and State PCS exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Growth_in_Higher_Education_Reflects_Indias_Expanding_Education_Landscape\"><\/span>Growth in Higher Education Reflects India&#8217;s Expanding Education Landscape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) Report 2023-24<\/strong> has highlighted a significant milestone for India&#8217;s education sector. According to the latest report released by the Ministry of Education, total enrolment in higher education has reached a record <strong>4.50 crore students<\/strong>, the highest ever recorded since the survey began. The report indicates that India&#8217;s higher education system continues to expand steadily, with greater participation from women, socially disadvantaged communities, and students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_AISHE\"><\/span>What is AISHE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE)<\/strong> is an annual survey conducted by the Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education. It collects comprehensive data from universities, colleges and standalone institutions regarding student enrolment, teachers, infrastructure, courses, examination results and finances. The survey serves as an important database for educational planning and policymaking in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Record_Student_Enrolment_in_2023-24\"><\/span>Record Student Enrolment in 2023-24<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the report, total higher education enrolment increased to <strong>4.50 crore<\/strong> in 2023-24 from <strong>4.46 crore<\/strong> in 2022-23. Compared to 2014-15, when enrolment stood at 3.42 crore, the increase is nearly <strong>31.5%<\/strong> over the past decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The steady rise reflects improved access to colleges and universities, expansion of higher education institutions, implementation of education reforms and growing awareness regarding higher studies across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Women_Continue_to_Drive_Educational_Growth\"><\/span>Women Continue to Drive Educational Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most encouraging findings of the report is the remarkable increase in female enrolment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Female enrolment has increased from <strong>1.57 crore in 2014-15<\/strong> to <strong>2.24 crore in 2023-24<\/strong>, representing a growth of more than <strong>42%<\/strong>. The report also indicates that the <strong>Female Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER)<\/strong> now exceeds that of males, reflecting improved access to higher education for women across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improvement_in_Gross_Enrolment_Ratio_GER\"><\/span>Improvement in Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER), which measures the percentage of people aged 18\u201323 enrolled in higher education, has improved to around <strong>30%<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although this represents substantial progress, experts note that India still needs faster growth to achieve the <strong>National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 target of 50% GER by 2035<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"STEM_Education_Continues_to_Expand\"><\/span>STEM Education Continues to Expand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The report reveals another important achievement: enrolment in <strong>STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)<\/strong> programmes has crossed the <strong>one crore mark<\/strong> for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This reflects India&#8217;s growing emphasis on technology, innovation, engineering and scientific research, which are essential for economic development and global competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_Participation_of_Socially_Disadvantaged_Groups\"><\/span>Increased Participation of Socially Disadvantaged Groups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AISHE report also highlights sustained improvements in enrolment among <strong>Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC)<\/strong> and minority communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The continued increase demonstrates the impact of scholarships, reservation policies, educational outreach programmes and government initiatives aimed at improving inclusive access to higher education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_for_Indias_Education_System\"><\/span>Significance for India&#8217;s Education System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The findings indicate that India&#8217;s higher education ecosystem is becoming larger, more inclusive and more accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Greater female participation, higher enrolment among disadvantaged groups and increasing interest in STEM education strengthen India&#8217;s human capital and contribute towards achieving the goals of the National Education Policy 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For competitive examination aspirants, the AISHE Report is important because questions related to education indicators, GER, Ministry of Education initiatives, NEP 2020 and social inclusion frequently appear in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking and Teaching examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"AISHE-Report-2023-24\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTpW-AemuKYw5mEZhjCgBOnCtRDEry0JEIdvC45yR3jfw&amp;s=10\" alt=\"AISHE Report 2023-24\" title=\"AISHE Report 2023-24\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">AISHE Report 2023-24<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why this News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_UPSC_and_State_PSC_Examinations\"><\/span>Important for UPSC and State PSC Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AISHE Report is one of the most significant official publications related to India&#8217;s education sector. Questions based on educational surveys, Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER), Ministry of Education reports and National Education Policy (NEP) are regularly asked in UPSC, State PCS, UGC NET and other competitive examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indicator_of_Human_Capital_Development\"><\/span>Indicator of Human Capital Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higher education plays a crucial role in improving India&#8217;s skilled workforce. Rising enrolment indicates better educational access, stronger human resource development and enhanced economic competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Womens_Empowerment_Through_Education\"><\/span>Women&#8217;s Empowerment Through Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The report demonstrates that female participation in higher education continues to improve significantly. This achievement reflects progress in gender equality, women empowerment and inclusive educational development, making it an important current affairs topic for examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Progress_Towards_NEP_2020_Goals\"><\/span>Progress Towards NEP 2020 Goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The National Education Policy 2020 aims to increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education to <strong>50% by 2035<\/strong>. The latest AISHE findings help evaluate India&#8217;s progress toward achieving this national objective while identifying areas requiring additional policy intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origin_of_AISHE\"><\/span>Origin of AISHE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE)<\/strong> was launched in <strong>2010-11<\/strong> by the Ministry of Education to establish a comprehensive national database on higher education institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Indias_Higher_Education\"><\/span>Evolution of India&#8217;s Higher Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since independence, India has continuously expanded its higher education network through central universities, state universities, IITs, IIMs, NITs, IIITs and numerous private universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The introduction of the National Education Policy 2020 accelerated reforms aimed at improving access, quality, multidisciplinary education and research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the past decade, enrolment has increased steadily from <strong>3.42 crore in 2014-15<\/strong> to <strong>4.50 crore in 2023-24<\/strong>, highlighting the long-term expansion of India&#8217;s higher education ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_AISHE_Report_2023-24\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from AISHE Report 2023-24<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Total higher education enrolment reached a record <strong>4.50 crore<\/strong> students in 2023-24.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Overall enrolment has increased by <strong>31.5%<\/strong> since 2014-15.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Female enrolment increased by over <strong>42%<\/strong> during the last decade.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>STEM enrolment crossed <strong>1 crore students<\/strong> for the first time.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Gross Enrolment Ratio improved to about <strong>30%<\/strong>, though further progress is needed to achieve the NEP 2020 target of 50% by 2035.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">AISHE Report 2023-24<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_AISHE_Report_2023-24_Exam-Oriented\"><\/span>FAQs: AISHE Report 2023-24 (Exam-Oriented)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_AISHE_Report\"><\/span>1. What is the AISHE Report?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE)<\/strong> is an annual survey conducted by the <strong>Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education<\/strong>, to collect data on higher education institutions, student enrolment, teachers, infrastructure, courses, and examination outcomes across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_ministry_releases_the_AISHE_Report\"><\/span>2. Which ministry releases the AISHE Report?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Ministry of Education<\/strong>, Government of India, releases the AISHE Report through the Department of Higher Education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_total_higher_education_enrolment_according_to_the_AISHE_Report_2023-24\"><\/span>3. What is the total higher education enrolment according to the AISHE Report 2023-24?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The report states that India&#8217;s higher education enrolment has reached a <strong>record 4.5 crore students<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_Gross_Enrolment_Ratio_GER\"><\/span>4. What is the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) is the percentage of people in the <strong>18\u201323 years<\/strong> age group who are enrolled in higher education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_target_GER_under_the_National_Education_Policy_NEP_2020\"><\/span>5. What is the target GER under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>NEP 2020<\/strong> aims to achieve a <strong>50% Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education by 2035<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_does_STEM_stand_for\"><\/span>6. What does STEM stand for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEM<\/strong> stands for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mathematics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_is_the_AISHE_Report_important_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>7. Why is the AISHE Report important for competitive exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The report is important because it provides official statistics on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Higher education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Female education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social inclusion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Education Policy (NEP) 2020<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Education-related government initiatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These topics are frequently asked in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Teaching, and Defence examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_When_was_AISHE_launched\"><\/span>8. When was AISHE launched?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AISHE was launched in the <strong>2010-11 academic year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_groups_have_shown_improved_participation_in_higher_education_according_to_the_report\"><\/span>9. Which groups have shown improved participation in higher education according to the report?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The report highlights increased enrolment among:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Women<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scheduled Castes (SC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scheduled Tribes (ST)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other Backward Classes (OBC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minority communities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Which_examinations_are_most_likely_to_ask_questions_based_on_the_AISHE_Report\"><\/span>10. 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