Study in Europe Fair India 2026

The Study in Europe Fair India will give you the chance to:

meet Indian students, academics, parents and professionals who are interested in the broad range of study opportunities in Europe;
introduce and to promote your country, your institution and study programmes to Indian audiences.

A virtual fair for Indian (prospective) students, to take place after the physical fairs, gives participating institutions the chance to meet and present themselves to prospective Indian students who could not travel to the physical fairs.

Two institutional networking events strive to connect European higher education institutions with their Indian counterparts and to enhance cooperation in tertiary education.

Participation fee for higher education institutions: 2.000 EUR (excl. VAT)

This includes:

booth (exhibitor table and branded banner placement) in two cities;
basic furniture and facilities;
access to the virtual fair for Indian (prospective) students;
promotion;
free participation of the institution’s representatives in two institutional networking events

The Indian education system and demographics

India’s higher education system is vast and competitive, with over 1,100 universities and 42,000 colleges educating more than 40 million students. Each year, close to 10 million young people complete secondary school, forming one of the world’s largest pools of higher education aspirants. Highly selective entrance examinations for medicine, engineering, and management mean that only a fraction of qualified students can access the most prestigious institutions. This gap between demand and opportunity drives a strong interest in international education.

India’s demographics amplify this trend: over 65% of its 1.4 billion citizens are under the age of 35, making it one of the youngest countries globally. Education is deeply valued as a pathway to upward mobility, and families are willing to invest significantly in their children’s futures. Rising middle-class incomes, growing international mobility, and a focus on global competitiveness make Indian students one of the largest and most dynamic groups seeking study opportunities abroad.

What studying abroad means for Indian students

For Indian students, studying abroad represents much more than academic achievement. It is an avenue to international recognition, access to advanced research facilities, and career-enhancing practical experience. Equally, it is about personal development, building independence, intercultural competence, and global networks. Employers in India and beyond place high value on graduates with international experience, making overseas study a decisive advantage in today’s competitive job market.

Europe as a study destination holds particular appeal. It combines academic excellence with diversity: world-class universities, a broad spectrum of English-taught programs, strong traditions in both research and applied learning, and exposure to a multicultural environment. The affordability of many European education systems, in comparison to other popular destinations, adds to its attractiveness. Moreover, clear post-study work opportunities and evolving skilled migration pathways make Europe a region where students see both short-term academic and long-term career benefits, while maintaining a relative proximity to the home country.

For European universities, engaging with India’s vast student base means connecting with one of the most ambitious and outward-looking youth populations in the world. Participation in initiatives in India provides institutions not only with recruitment opportunities but also with a chance to build lasting academic and research partnerships in a market of immense strategic importance.

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Additional information

Fair programme

Name: Study in Europe Fair India

Country: India

Dates, City, Venue: 19-23 April 2026, Delhi & Bangalore, venues tba

Exhibitors: European higher education institutions, national promotion agencies, European Commission / EU Delegation

Visitors: Students, academics, parents, university representatives

Website: www.studyineuropefairs.eu

Fair Programme

The programme will be announced in due time.

Terms and conditions of the event

We invite you to carefully read the Terms & Conditions of the event available here before your registration. Please note that registration is based on the Terms & Conditions and binding.

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