Source: The Hindu
Why in News?
The Ministry of Education released the AISHE Reports 2022-23 and 2023-24 on 8 July 2026. The report provides the latest data on higher education in India.
What is AISHE?
- Full Form: All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE)
- Started: 2010-11
- Conducted by: Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education
- Type: Annual web-based survey of higher education institutions (HEIs)
- Coverage: Universities, colleges and standalone institutions across India
Key Highlights
| Parameter | 2023-24 |
|---|---|
| Total Enrolment | 4.50 crore |
| Female Enrolment | 2.24 crore |
| Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) | 30.0 |
| Female GER | 31.2 |
| Gender Parity Index (GPI) | 1.08 |
| STEM Enrolment | 1.02 crore |
| Female Share in STEM | 44% |
| Total Faculty | 17.32 lakh |
| Women Faculty | 44.9% |
| Institutional Participation | 59,533 institutions (>90%) |
Major Trends
- Total enrolment increased by 31.5% since 2014-15.
- Female enrolment increased by 42.2% (faster than overall growth).
- GER reached 30 for the first time.
- Female GER (31.2) is higher than the national GER.
- GPI remained above 1.0 for the 7th consecutive year, showing higher female participation.
- ST enrolment recorded the highest growth (75.7%) among disadvantaged groups.
Key Terms
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| AISHE | India’s annual survey that collects data on higher education. |
| GER (Gross Enrolment Ratio) | Percentage of people aged 18–23 years enrolled in higher education. |
| Female GER | GER calculated only for female students. |
| GPI (Gender Parity Index) | Ratio of female GER to male GER; GPI > 1 means more female participation. |
| STEM | Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics courses. |
| HEI (Higher Education Institution) | Universities, colleges and standalone higher education institutions. |
| DCF (Data Capture Format) | Online format through which institutions submit AISHE data. |
| Faculty | Teachers working in higher education institutions. |
