France Targets 30,000 Indian Students by 2030

France aims to attract 30,000 Indian students to the country by 2030 through affordable education opportunities, developing career prospects, and strategic ties between the two countries.

2030 Targets and Student Numbers

France has set an ambitious target to attract 30,000 Indian students to the country by 2030 in order to increase its share in the international student market.

According to Campus France data, approximately 9,100 Indian students enrolled in higher education in France during the 2024-2025 academic year.

Strategic Relations Between the Two Countries

This education initiative is directly linked to the broader partnership and strategic collaborations between France and India.

A total of 19 agreements were signed in the fields of innovation, artificial intelligence, and technology during high-level visits held in June.

Choose France Tour and Promotional Activities

More than fifty French universities and higher education institutions are expected to participate in the Choose France Tour event scheduled for October.

Through these promotional activities and exchange programs, the total number of Indian students is aimed to be pushed even higher.